JR EAST Train Simulator News

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator.
Thank you for your patience, we have started to distribute the 8th DLC "Joban Line" today, August 29 (Tue.)!

[h3]About the Route[/h3]
The Joban Line runs from Ueno Station in Taito-ku, Tokyo, to Sendai Station in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, via Chiba, Ibaraki, and Fukushima prefectures, and is the longest line among JR lines not named "Main Line.
Until now, the Joban Line has operated to and from Ueno Station, but on March 14, 2015, the Ueno Tokyo Line began service, with some trains now running between Shinagawa and Ueno.
This DLC includes the Ueno Tokyo Line between Shinagawa Station and Ueno Station and the Joban Line between Ueno Station and Katsuta Station.
The line is characterized by the change of electrification system along the way, and there is a DC/AC switchover (dead section) between Toride and Fujishiro stations.
(Shinagawa Station to Toride Station: 1500V DC, Fujishiro Station to Sendai Station: 20,000V AC)
Another major feature of this line is that it can operate at 130 km/h, the highest speed on a conventional JR line.
The first half of the line shows a significant change in scenery along the line from an office area in central Tokyo to a bed town. The second half of the line features the peaceful green landscape of Ibaraki Prefecture.
The long-distance route, which takes about two hours, allows passengers to enjoy driving while viewing the changing scenery along the route.

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

[h3]Points of Appeal[/h3]
[h4]

• Capable of operating at 130 km/h, the highest speed on JR conventional lines!
• Capable of long-distance operation with a total length of 133.7 km!
• Possible to experience automatic DC/AC switching (dead section) between Toride and Fujishiro stations!
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• The section of the Ueno Tokyo Line that opened in March 2015 can also be operated!
• Actual voice broadcasts by the current train conductor are implemented! (Broadcasting is handled by the Katsuta Transportation District.)

[/h4]

[h3]Route Information[/h3]

• Section: Joban Line Shinagawa→Katsuta outbound
  
• Total length: 133.7 km
  
• Number of Stations: 29
• Includes a section of the Ueno Tokyo Line.
  
• Security equipment: ATS-P

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

• Train Number: 1177M
  
• Type/Destination: Local train bound for Katsuta
  
• Type of train: Series E531-0 10 cars
  
• In charge of meat voice in-train broadcasting: Katsuta Transportation District
  
  
• Train Number: 1157M
  
• Type/Destination: Local train bound for Tsuchiura
  
• Type of train: Series E531-0 10 cars
  
• In charge of meat voice in-train broadcasting: Katsuta Transportation District

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

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2553940/JR_____E5310/?beta=0


[h3]The following major updates and fixes have been made to coincide with the DLC release. [/h3]

• Implementation of multiple train schedules (for all routes) (Target: All routes)
  Keihin-Tohoku and Negishi Lines: 727B Local Train bound for Isogo
  Tokaido Line: 1525E Local Train bound for Odawara
  Chuo Line Rapid Service: 916H Chuo Special Rapid Service bound for Tokyo
  Oito Line: 3113M Local Train bound for Hotaka, 3241M Local Train bound for Shinano-Omachi
  Saikyo Line/Kawagoe Line: 759K Local Train bound for Omiya
  Senseki Line: 763S Local Train bound for Tagajo,781S Local Train bound for Matsushimakaigan
  Keiyo Line: 780Y Local Train bound for Tokyo
  Yamanote Line: 876G Local Train bound for Osaki
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• Implemented changes in signal indications by simulating preceding trains in the morning commuting timetable.
  (Subject: Keihin-Tohoku Line and Negishi Line 727B, Tokaido Line 1525E, Chuo Line Rapid Service 916H, Saikyo Line 759K, Keiyo Line 780Y, Yamanote Line 876G)
  *Because different operating speeds are set for daytime and morning congestion periods, there are also differences in the travel times set between stations.
  *Due to program modifications to reproduce the preceding train, the speed reflection of signal indications on the HUD has been temporarily withdrawn.
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• Renewal of some UI to implement multiple train schedules
  ▲After selecting a route, you will be redirected to a screen where you can select the train schedule and the starting station.
  
  
  ▲The train schedule selection screen is designed in the motif of LCD departure markers at stations, and the timetable used by drivers is displayed on the right side of the screen. The operation information allows you to check the date and time of operation and the level of congestion.
  
• The train schedule used by the driver is newly created for the simulator and differs from the one actually used.
  
  
  ▲The start station selection screen now reflects station numbering. (For some lines).
  
  
• Chuo Line rapid Service - TIMS train type setting function (automatic selection)
  In the Chuo Special Rapid Service train schedule, a function to automatically set the TIMS train type selection at Tachikawa and Nakano stations has been implemented.
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• Oito Line - implementation of conductor voice broadcasts on additional timetables
  With the cooperation of the Matsumoto Transportation District, we implemented a conductor's broadcast using his own voice.(3113M Local Train bound for Hotaka, 3241M Local Train bound for Shinano-Omachi)
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• Senseki Line - implementation of conductor voice broadcasts on additional timetables
  With the cooperation of the Miyagino Transportation District, we implemented a conductor's broadcast using his own voice.(763S Local Train bound for Tagajo,781S Local Train bound for Matsushimakaigan)
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• Keiyo Line - implementation of conductor voice broadcasts on additional timetables
  With the cooperation of the Soga Transportation District, we implemented a conductor's broadcast using his own voice.(780Y Local Train bound for Tokyo)
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• Yamanote Line - implementation of conductor voice broadcasts on additional timetables
  With the cooperation of the Ikebukuro Transportation District, we implemented a conductor's broadcast using his own voice.(876G Local Train bound for Osaki)
  
  
• Yamanote and Keiyo Lines - The timing of conductor announcements has been corrected.
  Timing has been changed to take into account a series of basic actions (backward check).
  
  
• The display range of the stop position mark has been corrected.
  Changed the moving scale of the stop position display and stop position mark ♦. (5m forward/backward → 3m forward/backward)
  
  
• The effective range of regenerative braking for Senseki Line Series 205 and Oito Line Series 211 has been corrected.
  The unit indicator light turns off at about 25 km/h as the effective range of the regenerative brake is modified.
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  

[h3]If you like this major update and the Joban Line DLC, we would appreciate 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.

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!

In conjunction with the release of the 8th JR East Train Simulator DLC "Joban Line," we will be holding a live YouTube broadcast on Tuesday, August 29 at 7:00 p.m. Japan time to talk passionately about the latest DLC "Joban Line" and the major update.
This time, in addition to the usual members, main line drivers and instructors from the Katsuta Transportation District, who actually work on the Joban Line, are scheduled to participate.
Please come and watch!

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2553940/JR_____E5310/


---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
[h3]＼JR East Train Simulator official goods are now on sale!／[/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2111630/view/3640648066056425520?l=english
[h3]*Products are available for overseas sales to 228 countries and regions around the world through "WorldShopping BIZ," a cross-border EC compatible service, by accessing from the links provided.[/h3]
[h2]▶To purchase, please visit the JRE MALL page[/h2]

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!
We are pleased to announce the Joban Line DLC, which will finally go on sale on Tuesday, August 29.


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

[h3]Points of Appeal[/h3]
[h3]

• Capable of operating at 130 km/h, the highest speed on JR conventional lines!
• Capable of long-distance operation with a total length of 133.7 km!
• Possible to experience automatic DC/AC switching (dead section) between Toride and Fujishiro stations!
• The section of the Ueno Tokyo Line that opened in March 2015 can also be operated!
• Actual voice broadcasts by the current train conductor are implemented! (Broadcasting is handled by the Katsuta Transportation District.)

[/h3]

[h3]About the Route[/h3]
The Joban Line runs from Ueno Station in Taito-ku, Tokyo, to Sendai Station in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, via Chiba, Ibaraki, and Fukushima prefectures, and is the longest line among JR lines not named "Main Line.
Until now, the Joban Line has operated to and from Ueno Station, but on March 14, 2015, the Ueno Tokyo Line began service, with some trains now running between Shinagawa and Ueno.
This DLC includes the Ueno Tokyo Line between Shinagawa Station and Ueno Station and the Joban Line between Ueno Station and Katsuta Station.
The line is characterized by the change of electrification system along the way, and there is a DC/AC switchover (dead section) between Toride and Fujishiro stations.
(Shinagawa Station to Toride Station: 1500V DC, Fujishiro Station to Sendai Station: 20,000V AC)
Another major feature of this line is that it can operate at 130 km/h, the highest speed on a conventional JR line.
The first half of the line shows a significant change in scenery along the line from an office area in central Tokyo to a bed town. The second half of the line features the peaceful green landscape of Ibaraki Prefecture.
The long-distance route, which takes about two hours, allows passengers to enjoy driving while viewing the changing scenery along the route.

[h3]Route Information[/h3]

• Section: Joban Line Shinagawa→Katsuta outbound
  
• Total length: 133.7 km
  
• Number of Stations: 29
• Includes a section of the Ueno Tokyo Line.
  
• Security equipment: ATS-P

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

• Train Number: 1177M
  
• Type/Destination: Local train bound for Katsuta
  
• Type of train: Series E531-0 10 cars
  
• In charge of meat voice in-train broadcasting: Katsuta Transportation District
  
  
• Train Number: 1157M
  
• Type/Destination: Local train bound for Tsuchiura
  
• Type of train: Series E531-0 10 cars
  
• In charge of meat voice in-train broadcasting: Katsuta Transportation District

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

The store page is also open to the public today.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2553940/JR_____E5310/?beta=0

[h3]The following major updates are planned to coincide with the DLC release. [/h3]
[h3]

• Implementation of multiple train schedules (for all routes)
  
• Addition of 1-2 train schedules per route.
  
• Change of signal indications by reproduction of preceding trains in the morning train schedule (for some routes)
• Renewal of some UI to implement multiple train schedules

[/h3]


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

Please look forward to the release date!

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!

We hope you are all enjoying the Yamanote Line DLC that was released on July 25.

Some of you have said, "I can't get enough of the immoral feeling of being stopped at 0cm stops by using the TASC brake!" and "I can enjoy driving while listening to the in-train announcements! We are encouraged by all of the positive feedback and your candid reviews.

The following is our response to the issue you have reported.

"When playing certain DLC, unrelated audio is played overlaid."
⇒On the route selection screen, when you select a route for which you have not yet purchased DLC, you are automatically taken to the DLC purchase page, where a sample video is automatically played, causing unrelated audio to be played overlaid in the background.
If you hear overlapping audio, please make sure that the video is not playing in another browser.

Thank you very much again for the many reviews.

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

・

・

・





















[h4]The next DLC will be Joban Line, the first long-distance line in a long time! [/h4]
[h3]

• Route: Joban Line
  
• Section: Outbound Shinagawa ⇒ Katsuta
  
• Includes the section of the "Ueno Tokyo Line".
  
• Model: Series E531-0
  
• Release date: Scheduled for August 29, 2023 (Tue.)
  
• International sales price: US$39.99
  

[/h3]

The Joban Line runs from Ueno Station in Taito-ku, Tokyo, to Sendai Station in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, via Chiba, Ibaraki, and Fukushima prefectures, and is the longest line among JR lines not named "Main Line.
Until now, the Joban Line has operated to and from Ueno Station, but on March 14, 2015, the Ueno Tokyo Line began service, with some trains now running between Shinagawa and Ueno.
This DLC includes the Ueno Tokyo Line between Shinagawa Station and Ueno Station and the Joban Line between Ueno Station and Katsuta Station.
The line is characterized by the change of electrification system along the way, and there is a DC/AC switchover (dead section) between Toride and Fujishiro stations.
(Shinagawa Station to Toride Station: 1500V DC, Fujishiro Station to Sendai Station: 20,000V AC)
Another major feature of this line is that it can operate at 130 km/h, the highest speed on a conventional JR line.
The first half of the line shows a significant change in scenery along the line from an office area in central Tokyo to a bed town. The second half of the line features the peaceful green landscape of Ibaraki Prefecture.
The long-distance route, which takes about two hours, allows passengers to enjoy driving while viewing the changing scenery along the route.



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.
Thank you for your patience, and we are pleased to announce the release of the 7th DLC "Yamanote Line" today, July 25th (Tuesday)!

[h3]About the Route[/h3]
The Yamanote Line runs in a circle around the center of Tokyo for 34.5 km, taking 59 minutes, and is one of the major lines in the Tokyo metropolitan area, connecting huge terminal stations with world-class passengers. It runs parallel to the Keihin Tohoku Line between Shinagawa and Tabata stations, and the Saikyo Line and Shonan Shinjuku Line between Ikebukuro and Osaki stations. Since most of the line runs parallel to other lines, many different types of rolling stock can be seen. The Yamanote Line has few level crossings, with only one crossing, the "Daini-Nakazato Level Crossing" between Tabata and Komagome Stations, the only crossing on the Yamanote Line. The line is also characterized by its high frequency of service, with trains running every 3 to 4 minutes during the morning rush hour on weekdays, and every 5 minutes during the daytime on weekdays. Digital ATC is used as the security system.

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

[h3]Points of Appeal[/h3]
[h4]

• D-ATC operation is possible!
• TASC and inching functions are implemented!
  (TASC can be turned on and off.)
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• Flesh voice broadcasting by an active conductor is implemented! (Broadcasting is handled by the Ikebukuro Transportation District)
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  

[/h4]
[h3]Route Information[/h3]

• Section: Yamanote Line Osaki → Osaki Inner Circuit
  
• Total length: 34.5 km
  
• Number of Stations: 29
• Data before the opening of Takanawa Gateway Station is included.
  
• Security equipment: D-ATC

[h3]Train Information[/h3]

• Train Number: 1208G
  
• Type/Destination: Local train bound for Osaki
  
• Type of train: Series E235-0 11 cars

[h3]International sales price: US$29.99
[/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2514660/JR_____E2350/

[h3]The following features will be added and modified with the release of the DLC[/h3]

• Implementation of long rail sound
  (Keihin-Tohoku Line・ Negishi Line, Tokaido Line, Chuo Line Rapid Service, Saikyo Line・Kawagoe Line, Keiyo Line)
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• Senseki Line: Replacement of ambient sound data at station stops.
  (Aobadori Station, Sendai Station, Tsutsujigaoka Station, Takagimachi Station, Rikuzen-Ono Station)
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• Keiyo Line: Add a physical voice broadcast by an active conductor.
  (Broadcasting is handled by the Soga Transportation District.)
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  
• Adjustment of whistle volume was implemented.
• Fixed an issue where the "0cm stop success" message would appear when the vehicle stopped with 1cm of distance remaining.
• For the E233 series, the density of the UV-cut glass in the side windows of the cab has been adjusted.

[h5]If you like this update and the Yamanote Line DLC, we would appreciate it if you could reflect this in your review ratings.
Your reviews are the driving force behind our work. [/h5]

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