JR EAST Train Simulator News

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!
We are pleased to announce the Hachinohe Line DLC, which will finally go on sale on October 31 (Tuesday).


*The screen is under development and the contents may change from the time of release.

[h3]Points of Appeal[/h3]
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• Driving with a view of the Pacific Ocean is possible!
• Diesel cars can be driven!
• Environmental sounds during station stops recorded at the actual site are implemented!
  (Hachinohe Station, Naganawashiro Station, Hon-Hachinohe Station, Konakano Station, Shirogane Station, Same Station, Hashikami Station, Uge Station, Kuji Station)
• Actual voice broadcasts by the current train conductor are implemented! (Broadcasting is handled by the Hachinohe Train crew depot.)

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[h3]About the Route[/h3]
The Hachinohe Line connects Hachinohe Station in Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture with Kuji Station in Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture.
The line was first opened in 1894 between Shiriuchi Station (now Hachinohe Station) and Hachinohe Station (now Hon'hachinohe Station), and was repeatedly extended and opened to service until 1930, when the line was extended to Kuji Station, bringing the Hachinohe Line into full service.
With the opening of the Tohoku Shinkansen bullet train line extension between Hachinohe and Shin-Aomori stations in December 2010, the line between Hachinohe and Aomori stations, which had previously been on the Tohoku Main Line, was transferred to Aomori Railway, and is now a line with no connections to other JR conventional lines.
In October 2013, "TOHOKU EMOTION," a sightseeing train with a restaurant space throughout the train, began operation between Hachinohe and Kuji Stations, mainly on Saturdays and holidays.
The train line is divided into two separate lines: one between Hachinohe Station and Same Station for urban transportation, and the other between Hachinohe and Kuji Station for interregional transportation.
The majority of the route runs along the coastline, including the Tanezaki Coast, a national scenic beauty spot and a breeding ground for petrels. From Hachinohe Station to Same Station, the line runs through factories and urban areas; from Same Station to Rikuchu-Nakano Station, it runs through rural areas and along the Pacific Ocean; and from Rikuchu-Nakano Station to Kuji Station, it runs through hilly areas. Some sections of the line offer views of the ocean, making it a popular route for passengers to see the ocean from the train windows.

[h3]Route Information[/h3]

• Section: Hachinohe Line Outbound Hachinohe ⇒ Kuji
  
• Total length: 64.9 km
  
• Number of Stations: 24
  
• Security equipment: ATS-Ps

[h3]Train schedules that can be operated[/h3]

• Train Number：429D
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Kuji
  
• Section where you can drive: Hachinohe to Kuji
  
• Type of train: Series Kiha E130-500, 2 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Hachinohe train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：1431D
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Same
  
• Section where you can drive: Hachinohe to Same
  
• Type of train: Series Kiha E130-500, 2 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Hachinohe train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：441D
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Kuji
  
• Section where you can drive: Hachinohe to Kuji
  
• Type of train: Series Kiha E130-500, 2 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Hachinohe train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：1447D
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Same
  
• Section where you can drive: Hachinohe to Same
  
• Type of train: Series Kiha E130-500, 2 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Hachinohe train crew depot
  

[h3]International sales price: US$34.99[/h3]

The store page is also open to the public today.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2646190/JR_____E130500/?beta=0


[h3]The following updates are planned to coincide with the release of the DLC.[/h3]
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【Common to all routes】
• Restoration of "driver's cab magnification" when switching viewpoints
  (Individual vanishing points are set for the "driver's cab expansion" display.)
  
• Modified the guidance pop-up from multilingual to displaying the guidance according to the set language.
  (The guidance pop-up display has been moved to the upper left corner of the screen and the display space has been significantly reduced.)
  
• Set the possible retreat distance to 50m from the operation start station when the reverser is set to the rear position.
  (Modified so that the emergency brake operates when retreating more than 50m from the station where the operation started.)
  
• The maximum speed display on the HUD has been modified to reflect the speed of the signal display, which changes in real time.
• Change in specification of HUD restriction warning display
  ・When the speed limit becomes slower : Blinks from about 5 seconds before the speed limit changes.
  ・When the speed limit is tightened : Flashes from a certain distance before the speed limit to allow for deceleration in time according to the speed difference between the posted speed and the maximum speed. The speed limit indicator flashes early from about 5 seconds before the speed limit changes.
  
• Reflecting the speed of "speed improvement zones" (only for applicable routes)
  (Caution 45 km/h → 55 km/h, Reduce 65 km/h → 75 km/h)
  
• Implementation of ON/OFF function for acceleration/deceleration G (Driver Console Swaying Motion)

【Chuo Line Rapid Servise DLC】
• Fixed an issue in which the 45 km/h limit display on the third signal remains on even though the departure signal is still displayed as proceeding after the train departs from Shinjuku Station.

【Tokaido Line DLC】
• Fixed an event that occurred when starting from Kamomiya station in the 1525E scenario, a speed pattern occurred despite the indication of progress, and the train was forced to stop due to ATS operation.

【Keiyo Line DLC】
• Fixed an issue in which the order in which stops were displayed on the timetable selection screen was from Tokyo Station when it should have been from Chiba Station.

【Yamanote Line DLC】
• Correction of TACS pattern when stopping at Mejiro station
  (Correction of overruns when using TASC)
  

【Shin-etsu Line DLC】
• Correction of misalignment in the coordinates of the composite CG display of the in-field traffic lights at Tsukayama Station.

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Please look forward to the release date!

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!

We hope you are all enjoying the Shinetsu Main Line DLC.
We hope you are enjoying the Shin-Etsu Main Line DLC, which is packed with many features such as realistic E129 Series motor sounds, station environment sounds recorded on site, and for the first time, the implementation of the 5-diamond schedule.

[h3]Now, we are looking for users' ideas for projects and questions for President Mukaiya of ONGAKUKAN Co. and JR Musketeers for the "YouTube Live" that we always broadcast on the day of DLC release![/h3]

We would like to hear your ideas for the live broadcast, as well as any questions you would like to ask President Mukaiya of ONGAKUKAN Co. and the JR Musketeers!
Some of the ideas and questions we receive will be introduced in the live broadcast.

[h3]【Application Theme】[/h3]
[h3]①"Topics you would like to see covered on YouTube Live in the future" and "Ideas for events you would like to see on the release date."
②Questions for President Mukaiya of ONGAKUKAN Co. and JR Three Musketeers.[/h3]

[h3]【Link to submission form】[/h3]
[h3]▶Please click here to submit your submission.[/h3]

[h3]【Application period】[/h3]
[h3]Until Monday, October 30, 2023 (Japan time)[/h3]

[h3]【Notes on Questions】[/h3]
◇Questions should be about "JR EAST Train Simulator".
(e.g.) "What is the most important part of your production?" "Which route has left the greatest impression on you in your coverage so far? etc.

◇Please note that we cannot answer the following questions.

• About something other than "JR East Train Simulator.
• About past works or works of other companies.
• About collaborations with other companies.
• Specific plans for future releases and the timing of feature enhancements.
  (e.g.) "When will the ●● line be released?","When will you release the line? ","When will you support the ●● line?" etc.
  
• Other confidential security matters.

◇Please note that we cannot answer all of the questions we receive due to distribution limitations.


[h3]Reference: Past YouTube Live Streaming[/h3]
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
[h3]We welcome your ideas and questions![/h3]

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!

We hope you are all enjoying the Shin-etsu Line DLC and updates that were released on September 26 (Tuesday).

We received the following feedback about the Shin-etsu Line DLC

"Very nice line, high quality, beautiful scenery, coastal scenery and the sound of the waves are very soothing!"
"The train is quite enjoyable with multiple conductor announcements, long distance and high speed operation, and relaxing scenery along the line that you don't get in the city."
"I felt that the environmental sounds around each station, such as the sound of waves at Aomi River Station, wild birds, agricultural machinery, and cars idling in front of the station, were recorded with great care."

The production team is encouraged by all of the positive feedback and your candid reviews.
Thank you again for the many reviews and supportive comments.


Now, we would like to inform you of the next distribution schedule, which you have all been waiting for.

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[h4]The next DLC will be the Hachinohe Line, which will be the first diesel train in the fully-distributed version![/h4]
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• Route: Hachinohe Line(八戸線)
  
• Section: Outbound Hachinohe(八戸) ⇒ Kuji(久慈)
  
• Model: Series Kiha E130-500 (2-car train)
  
• Release date: Scheduled for October 31, 2023 (Tue.)
  
• International sales price: US$34.99
  

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The Hachinohe Line connects Hachinohe Station in Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture with Kuji Station in Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture.
The line was first opened in 1894 between Shiriuchi Station (now Hachinohe Station) and Hachinohe Station (now Hon'hachinohe Station), and was repeatedly extended and opened to service until 1930, when the line was extended to Kuji Station, bringing the Hachinohe Line into full service.
With the opening of the Tohoku Shinkansen bullet train line extension between Hachinohe and Shin-Aomori stations in December 2010, the line between Hachinohe and Aomori stations, which had previously been on the Tohoku Main Line, was transferred to Aomori Railway, and is now a line with no connections to other JR conventional lines.
In October 2013, "TOHOKU EMOTION," a sightseeing train with a restaurant space throughout the train, began operation between Hachinohe and Kuji Stations, mainly on Saturdays and holidays.
The train line is divided into two separate lines: one between Hachinohe Station and Same Station for urban transportation, and the other between Hachinohe and Kuji Station for interregional transportation.
The majority of the route runs along the coastline, including the Tanezaki Coast, a national scenic beauty spot and a breeding ground for petrels. From Hachinohe Station to Same Station, the line runs through factories and urban areas; from Same Station to Rikuchu-Nakano Station, it runs through rural areas and along the Pacific Ocean; and from Rikuchu-Nakano Station to Kuji Station, it runs through hilly areas. Some sections of the line offer views of the ocean, making it a popular route for passengers to see the ocean from the train windows.



We are working hard on the production so that we can inform you of the production status as soon as possible. Please look forward to further updates!

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!

In conjunction with the release of the 9th JR EAST Train Simulator DLC "Shin-Etsu Line," we will be holding a live YouTube distribution on Tuesday, September 26 at 7:00 p.m. Japan time to talk passionately about the latest DLC "Shin-Etsu Line" and the major update.
In addition to the usual members, the main line drivers and conductors of Niigata train crew depot who actually work on the Shin-Etsu Line will join us this time.
Please come and watch!

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2602460/JR_____E129/


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Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator.
Thank you for your patience, we have started to distribute the 9th DLC "Shin-Etsu Main Line" today, September 26th (Tuesday)!

[h3]About the Route[/h3]
The Shin-etsu Line connects Takasaki Station in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture with Niigata Station in Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture.
In the past, a single line connected Takasaki Station to Niigata Station, but with the opening of the Shinkansen line to Nagano (now Hokuriku Shinkansen) in October 1997, the line between Yokokawa Station and Karuizawa Station, which runs parallel to the Shinkansen line, was discontinued. At that time, the remaining line between Karuizawa Station and Shinonoi Station was also transferred to Shinano Railway. In March 2015, the Hokuriku Shinkansen line extension between Nagano and Kanazawa stations opened for service, and management of the line between Nagano and Naoetsu stations was also transferred to Shinano Railway and Echigo TOKImeki Railway.
Currently, the Shin-etsu Line operating as JR EAST has three sections: between Takasaki Station and Yokokawa Station, between Shinonoi Station and Nagano Station, and between Naoetsu Station and Niigata Station. This DLC includes the section between Naoetsu Station and Niigata Station.
Omigawa(青海川) Station, located on the way to the station, is known as a station adjacent to the sea, along with Umi-Shibaura Station on the Tsurumi Line and Rikuzen-Otsuka Station on the Senseki Line, where you can watch the sun set over the Sea of Japan from the platform.The train runs along the seaside section of the Sea of Japan between Naoetsu Station and Kashiwazaki Station, and between Kashiwazaki Station and Niigata Station, it runs through the rural landscape that symbolizes Niigata as a rice-producing region.

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

[h3]Points of Appeal[/h3]
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• Driving with a view of the Sea of Japan is possible!
• Capable of long-distance operation with a total length of 136.3 km!
• Environmental sounds during station stops recorded at the actual site are implemented!
  (Naoetsu Station, Omigawa Station, Kashiwazaki Station, Nagatori Station, Nagaoka Station, Tokoji Station, Echigo-Ishiyama Station, Niigata Station)
• Actual voice broadcasts by the current train conductor are implemented! (Broadcasting is handled by the Niigata Train crew depot.)

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[h3]Route Information[/h3]

• Section: Shin-etsu Line Outbound Naoetsu ⇒ Niigata
  
• Total length: 136.3 km
  
• Number of Stations: 42
  
• Security equipment: ATS-Ps/ATS-P

[h3]Train schedules that can be operated[/h3]

• Train Number：1327M
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Nagaoka
  
• Section where you can drive: Naoetsu to Nagaoka
  
• Type of train: Series E129, 4 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Niigata train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：1323M
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Niigata
  
• Section where you can drive: Kashiwazaki to Niigata
  
• Type of train: Series E129, 4 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Niigata train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：431M
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Niigata
  
• Section where you can drive: Nagaoka to Niigata
  
• Type of train: Series E129, 4 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Niigata train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：3481M
  
• Type/Destination: Rapid train to Niigata
  
• Section where you can drive: Nagaoka to Niigata
  
• Type of train: Series E129, 4 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Niigata train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：2523M
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Niigata
  
• Section where you can drive: Niitsu to Niigata
  
• Type of train: Series E129, 4 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Niigata train crew depot
  

[h3]International sales price: US$39.99[/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2602460/JR_____E129/?beta=0



[h3]The following features have been added and modified for the release of the DLC.[/h3]

【Chuo Line Rapid Service DLC】
• Actual voice broadcasts by the current train conductor are implemented. (Broadcasting is handled by the Toyoda Train crew depot.)
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  【Joban Line DLC】
• Fixed an event in which the timetable displayed on the TIMS screen was off by 15 seconds.
• Corrected pilot lamp lighting timing.
• Added speed limits (35, 45, 40, and 40 km/h) at turnouts after departing Ueno Station
• Fixed embedding misalignment of the first blocking signal between Kashiwa and Kita-Kashiwa stations.
• Corrected the slope indication before Hitachinoushiku Station (the 10‰ and 3.3‰ sections were indicated as "downhill" when "uphill" was justified).
• Fixed an issue in which broadcasts were overlapped at express train waiting stations when "Station Waiting Time Skip" was set in the system settings.
  
  【Yamanote Line DLC】
• Corrected slope indication between Ikebukuro and Mejiro stations.
• Fixed a bug in the 876G scenario where the ATC emergency brake was applied just before arrival at Tamachi Station.
• In the 876G scenario, the timing of the door-closing reminder announcement during station stops has been changed to after the departure bell rings.
  
  【Oito Line DLC】
• In the 3241M scenario,aspects of the home signal at Shinano-Matsugawa Station are corrected.
• In the 3241M scenario, the announcement "We will stop for a short while to allow trains to pass each other" was deleted at Ichinichiba, Toyoshina, and Shinano-Matsugawa stations because the preceding train had arrived first.
  
  【Saikyo Line ･ Kawagoe Line DLC】
• Corrected an issue in the 759K scenario where the train was forced to stop in the air section when a stop signal was given due to an approaching train.
  
  【Keihin-Tohoku Line・Negishi Line】
• Corrected gradient indication at Oimachi station.
  
  【Train schedule Selection Screen】
  
• Fixed the speed at which text scrolling flows.
  
  【Other】
• Correction of the event in which the density of UV glass in the cab of E233 series returned to the state before the modification.

[h3]If you like this update and the Shin-etsu Line DLC, we would appreciate it if you could reflect this in your review ratings.
Your reviews are the driving force behind our work. [/h3]

We will continue to update the site based on your reviews and comments.