JR EAST Train Simulator News

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We have added the functionality to allow the use of the Zuiki controller since May of this year in conjunction with the expansion of the simulator's controller support, since the update of the Steam client on September 11, there has been a problem with the mascons not working properly when playing with the Zuiki controller selected in the controller settings.

We have corrected this issue in the system so that the official layout of the Zuiki controller can be set up again before starting the simulator, so that the Zuiki controller can be used without having to be set up each time the simulator is started thereafter.
※This correction will be applied after today's update.
※Please refer to the operation manual for details on settings.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused over the long period of time.
Thank you for your continued support of JR EAST Train Simulator.

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In conjunction with the release of the JR East Train Simulator DLC Vol. 21 “Tōkaidō Freight Line” we will be holding a live YouTube broadcast on Tuesday, December 17 at 7:00 p.m. Japan time to discuss the latest DLC “Tōkaidō Freight Line” and the update in an enthusiastic manner.
This time, In addition to the usual members, a main line driver from the Tamachi Operation District and a main line conductor from the Tōkyō Conductor District, who actually work on the Tōkaidō Freight Line, are scheduled to participate.
We will announce the Tōkaidō Freight Line DLC that will be released on the same day as well as other updates, so please be sure to tune in!

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Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!
We are pleased to announce the Tōkaidō Freight Line DLC, which will finally go on sale on Tuesday, December 17.


[h3]▢Tōkaidō Freight Line DLC[/h3]

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

[h3]Points of Appeal[/h3]
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• For the first time in the “JR East Train Simulator,” you can drive a limited express train!
• Actual in-train automatic broadcasting was implemented in cooperation with YAWATA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO.LTD!
• Voice broadcasts by the current conductor and voice calls by the current driver are also implemented(Tamachi operation district and Tōkyō conductors' district are in charge)!
• In addition to the limited express “Shōnan”, the Extra limited express“Atami” and out of service service train can be operated!
  
  

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[h3]About the Route[/h3]
Tōkaidō Freight Line is the common name for tracks on the Tōkaidō Main Line dedicated to freight trains that are separated from passenger trains (freight lines) and branch lines attached to the main line that are mainly used by freight trains (freight branch lines).
Generally, it refers to a series of freight lines and freight branch lines from Hamamatsuchō Station to Odawara Station.
The Tōkaidō Freight Line runs a variety of freight trains to and from the Kansai, Kyūshū regions, some limited express “Shōnan” trains during morning and evening hours, and test runs of new trains and crew training during daytime hours. The trains run alongside passenger lines, pass through long tunnels and elevated shelters through residential areas, and pass through a number of freight stations, allowing to enjoy the unique view of the freight line.
In this DLC, you can drive from Odawara Station to Tōkyō Station via the Tōkaidō Freight Line and Hinkaku Line (Yokosuka Line), which are separate routes from passenger lines, and to Shinjyuku Station via the Yamanote Freight Line.
We hope you will enjoy the different scenery from the passenger line.

[h3]Route Information[/h3]

• Section: Tōkaidō Freight Line Inbound Nebukawa ⇒ Tōkyō,Shinjuku
  
• Total length: 107.8 km
  
• Number of Stations: 18(Excluding freight stations and signal stations）
  
• Security equipment: ATS-P

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

• Train Number：回3092M
  
• Type/Destination: Out of Service to Odawara
  
• Section where you can drive: Nebukawa(06:16) → Odawara(06:23)
  
• Type of train: Series E257-2000 9 cars
  
• Driver's voice：Tamachi operation district
  
• Conductor's voice：none
  
• Automatic broadcasting：none
  
  
• Train Number：3078M
  
• Type/Destination: Limited express "Shōnan" 8 to Tōkyō
  
• Section where you can drive: Odawara(06:58) → Tōkyō(08:13)
  
• Type of train: Series E257-2000 9 cars
  
• Driver's voice：Tamachi operation district
  
• Conductor's voice：Tōkyō conductors' district
  
• Automatic broadcasting：existence
  
  
• Train Number：3092M
  
• Type/Destination: Limited express "Shōnan" 22 to Shinjuku
  
• Section where you can drive: Odawara(06:30) → Shinjuku(07:44)
  
• Type of train: Series E257-2000 9 cars
  
• Driver's voice：Tamachi operation district
  
• Conductor's voice：Tōkyō conductors' district
  
• Automatic broadcasting：existence
  
  
• Train Number：3096M
  
• Type/Destination: Limited express "Shōnan" 26 to Shinjuku
  
• Section where you can drive: Odawara(07:45) → Shinjuku(09:00)
  
• Type of train: Series E257-2000 9 cars
  
• Driver's voice：Tamachi operation district
  
• Conductor's voice：Tōkyō conductors' district
  
• Automatic broadcasting：existence
  
  
• Train Number：9078M
  
• Type/Destination: Extra train "Atami"  to Takao
  
• Section where you can drive: Odawara(16:52) → Tsurumi(17:39)
  
• Type of train: Series E257-5500 5 cars
  
• Driver's voice：Tamachi operation district
  
• Conductor's voice：Tōkyō conductors' district
  
• Automatic broadcasting：none
  ※The Limited Express "Atami" was a Extra train that operated between Takao and Atami Stations on August 5 and 6, 2023.
  

[h3]International sales price: US$30.99[/h3]
The store page is open to the public.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3390940/JR_____E25720005500/

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

【Ōme Line】
• Corrected the route notation when selecting the operating schedule.
  For Ome Line train 1407, “Weekday” has been corrected to “Holiday” in the route description when selecting the operating schedule.
  

Please look forward to the release date!

【12/13 Postscript】
In the “Train schedules that can be operated” column, “Tamachi operation district” was listed as “Tamachi transportation district” when it should have been “Tamachi operation district”.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!

We hope everyone is enjoying the Ōme Line DLC and updates that were released on Thursday, November 28.

We have received the following comments about the Ōme Line DLC.
"Glad there is an automated broadcast.."
"Interesting to see the individuality in the train conductor's broadcasts.."
We are encouraged by all of these positive comments and your candid reviews.
Thank you again for the many reviews and supportive comments.


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Now, as announced in today's YouTube livestream "[Live Broadcast] He will talk passionately about the appeal of GeForceNow x Train Simulator!",


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The clue given in the previous YouTube live-streaming (from 1:37:30) for the next distribution route, the route meant by “a route that runs only at certain hours,” indicated the route on which the limited express “Shōnan” runs, which operates only in the morning, evening, and nighttime.

[h3]This time, we will implement the first Limited express train in JR EAST Train Simulator as a train running on the Tōkaidō Freight Line![/h3]


Route: Tōkaidō Freight Line
Section: Inbound Nebukawa Station ⇒ Tōkyō Station・Shinjuku Station (107.8km)
Model: Series E257-2000,2500 (9-car, 5-car)
Release date: Scheduled for Tuesday, December 17, 2024
International sales price: US$30.99


Tōkaidō Freight Line is the common name for tracks on the Tōkaidō Main Line dedicated to freight trains that are separated from passenger trains (freight lines) and branch lines attached to the main line that are mainly used by freight trains (freight branch lines).
Generally, it refers to a series of freight lines and freight branch lines from Hamamatsuchō Station to Odawara Station.
The Tōkaidō Freight Line runs a variety of freight trains to and from the Kansai, Kyūshū regions, some limited express “Shōnan” trains during morning and evening hours, and test runs of new trains and crew training during daytime hours. The trains run alongside passenger lines, pass through long tunnels and elevated shelters through residential areas, and pass through a number of freight stations, allowing to enjoy the unique view of the freight line.
In this DLC, you can drive from Odawara Station to Tōkyō Station via the Tōkaidō Freight Line and Hinkaku Line (Yokosuka Line), which are separate routes from passenger lines, and to Shinjuku Station via the Yamanote Freight Line.
We hope you will enjoy the different scenery from the passenger line.


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!

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[h3]We have decided to conduct a questionnaire regarding JR EAST Train Simulator to help us develop better products in the future.[/h3]

We would very much appreciate your candid feedback through this survey.
Responses are welcome from anyone, whether you know the simulator, don't know it, or have never played it before!

[h3]【Questionnaire Responses】[/h3]
[h3]▶To answer the survey, please fill out this form.[/h3]

[h3]Answer deadline December 15, 2024 (Sun) *Japan Time[/h3]

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