Train Sim World® 5 News

Originally posted by W3zlkJ4eoyw;full

[p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]Head back to 1984 or bring history to the 21st Century with TSG's BR 194 / E94 Railtour Pack, out now! Please note that this add-on will be released on Gen 9 (Xbox Series S|X & PS5) and PC platforms only. Rolling Stock

DRG BR 194 locomotive & E94 088
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The pack brings two more variants of this iconic style of locomotive to German route Add-ons, following the inclusion of the ÖBB 1020 in the Mittenwaldbahn route Add-on.



Differences can be seen both inside and out, with the DRG variant seen in a plain dark green livery, rather than the ÖBB red. The roof and windows, but also components like cooling pipes, vents, and lights, also have visual differences.
In the cab, the technology is visibly dated with less electrical components and switches, a shorter instrument display and even an older style of telephone!

A summary list of changes includes:
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• [p]Air System Modifications[/p]
• [p]Train Brake Valves[/p]
• [p]Indusi i54[/p]
• [p]Different Pantographs[/p]
• [p]Different Lamp Systems[/p]
• [p]Various cosmetic changes[/p]
• [p]Changes to the Overload system[/p]
• [p]Weaker Electric Brake[/p]

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Originally built in 1943, E94 088 received major modifications in 1970 to become an ÖBB 1020 and continued service until 1994. After an extensive restoration, it was brought back to operational condition in 2013 and is now proudly maintained by EZW. Today, it still runs on both rail tours and regular services whenever an additional locomotive is needed.



Developing the Add-on was done with invaluable support of the Elektrische Zugförderung Württemberg, who will also receive a portion of the proceeds from this pack.

Coaches & Wagons
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Including in the pack are ageing pre-war passenger coaches: “Umbauwagen” plus Gbs, Es50 and Falns freight wagons.

Timetable services and additional gameplay
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New 1984 Linke Rheinstrecke Timetable

Players with the Linke Rheinstrecke route Add-on will be able to make use of a new 1984 timetable that is unlocked with the BR 194 loco Add-on.

This timetable is best experienced with a full complement of period locomotives and stock which are layered in from other Train Sim World Add-ons.



These are:
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• [p]Linke Rheinstrecke[/p]
• [p]Mittenwaldbahn[/p]
• [p]Niddertalbahn[/p]
• [p]DB BR 218 loco Add-on[/p]

[p]The 1984 timetable will have a small number of additional playable services over the original timetable, set in 1997. However, there will be a significant increase in AI traffic with hundreds of additional AI services visible at both ends of the route.

Unique special services will be included, as well as local freight and repositioning movements. Long distance traffic will feature courtesy of content from the Mittenwaldbahn route Add-on. This increase in services means that some trains will have to wait for others!

There have also been a number of general improvements made to the Linke Rheinstrecke route, mainly focussed on scenery and water textures.



The DB BR 218 received a new livery in a recent patch that can be used in this timetable or via Free Roam. We’ll share more news on this in the relevant Patch Notes.

E94 Complete Layering Bundle:

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This content is available in the form of the E94 Complete Layering Bundle, available on Steam from 1800 BST on release day.
Railtour services on Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn



Unlock the Mastery Scenery Tile in Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn and use Free Roam to host the E94 in this engine shed, as depict here.

For a more contemporary experience, the E94 088 can be operated as rail tour services in two Scenarios for the Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn route.

Timetabled rail tour services are planned to be added to the route in the future.

Scenarios and Free Roam

Two Scenarios will be playable on both Linke Rheinstrecke and Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn.
Players can also make use of Free Roam and Scenario Planner to run custom rail tour services across any route in their collection. In real life, the locomotive has been seen hauling more contemporary stock such as Dostos and has been throughout Germany during its time in preservation.

Preview Livestream[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]

If you missed the Preview Livestream, you can go back and join Lukas, Harry, Edward and Matt on YouTube and Twitch

Train Sim World 5: BR194 / E94 Railtour Pack is out now on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam for €24.99/£19.99/$24.99
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[p]Hey everyone,[/p][p][/p][p]Today we have a major update coming to Train Sim World 5, which brings a huge range of improvements across multiple add-ons, as well as the core game.[/p][p]Additionally, this patch will bring the Koln-Aachen timetable update to PS5 and Epic Games players, adding new services, layers and boosting the timetable, a large change-list of new features and improvements for the Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen add-on, as well as the first stage in our core memory optimisation improvements, which you can read about in more detail below.[/p][p][/p][p]An Update on Memory Improvements[/p][p]Following on from our continued discussions around performance and memory, we’ve been able to make minor improvements to performance over the course of our monthly updates, but alongside the patch we’re sharing today, we’re making a significant next step, the first of a two-part release, to improve the robustness and stability of the core game by further reduce crashing, with the intention of ensuring game sessions can be enjoyed and completed.[/p][p]Our testing for this patch has shown success in reducing crashes, and additionally, some members of our beta team have reported anecdotal improvements to framerates and smoothness. Please note, some routes may also see some minor improvements for textures, reducing the blurriness that appears, but this was not the focus of this update, and will be our goal moving forward.[/p][p]In the advanced settings, you will now find three new advanced settings, that allow you to toggle if custom liveries, custom formations or substitutions appear, providing flexibility to your experience, and additional ways to manage memory.[/p][p]This patch was just the first half of a two-part memory update, with the next part aimed at addressing a concern we've seen where players aren't seeing some of their layered content on particular routes. This should provide access to all of your owned layers, an issue which is directly related to memory.[/p][p]As we look to the future, now that stability has been addressed, our focus will prioritise tackling blurry texture and visual quality. Thank you for your continued patience while our team works hard to ensure the best experience possible.[/p][p]For a full list of changes in today’s patch, see the notes below, and if you experience any issues following the update, please alert our team.[/p][p][/p][h3]Highlights[/h3][p]Core[/p][p]•    Improved button layout formatting to make bound keys and control names more readable.[/p][p]•    Added an advanced settings section for consoles to enable or disable vehicles from other route content being used for AI trains.[/p][p]•    Added a setting to enable or disable passenger accessories (such as bags, phones etc.).[/p][p]•    Added the option to disable custom liveries in sandbox mode to help with memory optimisation.[/p][p]•    Added the option to disable substitutions entirely or UGC livery/formations individually in gameplay modes.[/p][p]•    Added keybind for blowers/fans.[/p][p]•    Added the option to disable mods in game for PC platforms.[/p][p]•    Auto-coupling now works in free roam.[/p][p]•    Updated new track shadows to TSW5 standard on Horseshoe Curve and Cane Creek.[/p][p][/p][p]Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen[/p][p]•    Added Virtual Conductor (Beta).[/p][p]•    Added new #Einziganders livery for Expert DB BR 101.[/p][p]•    Added Livery Designer option for Expert DB BR 101.[/p][p]•    Added emergency brake alarm sound to IC Steuerwagen and Coaches.[/p][p]•    Added Expert Timetable for Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn to IC Steuerwagen and Coaches.[/p][p]•    Many new additions, features, and improvements.[/p][p][/p][p]Koln – Aachen (PS5 and Epic Games)[/p][p]•    Added the free timetable update for Koln – Aachen, increasing the total service count from 552 to over 4000 (around 600 of which are playable) with the relevant add-ons.[/p][p]•    Added ICE T to appear as an AI train on the route.[/p][p][/p][p]Frankfurt S-Bahn[/p][p]•    Readded missing textures to airport assets.[/p][p]•    Readded PIS boards to Frankfurt Hbf and Frankfurt Tief.[/p][p]•    Fixed a city block texture issue in Frankfurt.[/p][p][/p][p]Thomas & Friends™[/p][p]•    Improved plate smashing sound during Diesel’s Dilemma scenario. Careful! [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where free roam mode had no selectable spawn locations.[/p][p][/p][p]DB BR 218 Diesel[/p][p]•    Added the DBB blue and cream livery variant.[/p][p]•    Updated texture for better appearance in sunny weather.[/p][p]•    Added light engine test formation for blue-beige version.[/p][p][/p][h3]Full Changelog[/h3][p]Core[/p][p]•    Improved button layout formatting to make bound keys and control names more readable.[/p][p]•    Improved wheel slip sparks so they no longer appear black.[/p][p]•    Added an advanced settings section for consoles to enable or disable vehicles from other route content being used for AI trains.[/p][p]•    Added a setting to enable or disable passenger accessories (such as bags, phones etc.).[/p][p]•    Added the option to disable custom liveries in sandbox mode to help with memory optimisation. [/p][p]•    Added the option to disable substitutions entirely or UGC livery/formations individually in gameplay modes.[/p][p]•    Added keybind for blowers/fans.[/p][p]•    Added the option to disable mods in game for PC.[/p][p]•    Auto-coupling now works in free roam.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the selection filters not to work. [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the free roam menu to appear empty.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue that prevented scrolling through more than 4 challenges on the Mastery Challenges pages.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue in the diesel train introduction where the button callout for L1 was showing L2.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue in livery editor where the filter options couldn’t be navigated after opening the filter menu.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where numbered key bindings would show up as ‘None’ in the Controls menu.[/p][p]•    Fixed the missing ‘Start Journey’ button in the Training Centre menu. [/p][p]•    Various localisation improvements.[/p][p]•    Various UI improvements.[/p][p][/p][p]West Coast Mainline South[/p][p]•    Added missing train stop signals between Queens Park and Wealdstone.[/p][p]•    Fixed a signal near Watford High Street causing the AWS not to work. [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue with shunt disk signals not clearing correctly.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing an AWS warning when approaching AWS magnets in Park Street tunnels and Wilesden.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where signal WM760 would trigger an emergency brake even when the signal was clear.[/p][p]•    Removed duplicate AWS magnets at Stonebridge Park and Harrow.[/p][p]Class 350[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing taillights to show at the front of the train. [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where indicator lights stayed on after using the lamp test button. [/p][p][/p][p]Frankfurt Fulda[/p][p]•    Added missing PIS boards and signage at Flieden, Schlüchtern and Rodenbach.[/p][p]•    Fixed PIS boards not displaying S-Bahn destinations.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where passengers would despawn at Mühlheim.[/p][p]•    Fixed incorrect PIS boards at Frankfurt Süd.[/p][p]•    Fixed the missing road sections near Watchersbach station.[/p][p]•    Fixed the Ceramic Pitcher collectable clipping into passengers at Frankfurt Süd.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue at Schlüchtern causing passengers not to leave Platform 4 after getting off a train. [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the station signs at Hanau to appear black. [/p][p]DB BR 403[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the speedometer to show 0 after using the external camera.[/p][p]DB BR 146.2[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the speedometer to show 0 after using the external camera.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where the green ‘T’ symbol did not indicate when the doors were open.[/p][p]DB BR 114[/p][p]•    Fixed an incorrect speed selector sign showing 30 instead of the selected 100km/h.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the undercarriage to spin with the wheels.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the keybind for the wipers to trigger the wrong switch. [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing players to walk through the side doors.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the throttle to lock when using AFB to reduce or maintain speed.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where GNT wouldn’t work after saving and reloading. [/p][p][/p][p]Frankfurt S-Bahn[/p][p]•    Readded missing textures to airport assets.[/p][p]•    Readded PIS boards to Frankfurt Hbf and Frankfurt Tief.[/p][p]•    Fixed a city block texture issue in Frankfurt.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing players to fall through the map occasionally.[/p][p]•    Fixed a level crossing issue causing the crossing not to close in time. [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing a magnet to trigger 2000hz at Signal R009.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing tracks to float near Bischofsheim.[/p][p]BR 143[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing external camera collisions.[/p][p]•    Fixed a UI issue causing the tooltip text to overlap when applying power without setting the brake to ‘running’.[/p][p][/p][p]Mannheim – Kaiserslautern[/p][p]•    Removed the extra pylons near Mannheim.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue with two signals at Ludwigshafen showing a 2 incorrectly.[/p][p]•    Fixed broken reference to PropMaster in the RailFans.[/p][p]BR 111[/p][p]•    Added missing characters from PIS font. [/p][p]BR 185[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the speedometer to show 0 after using the external camera.[/p][p][/p][p]Thomas & Friends™[/p][p]•    Improved plate smashing sound during Diesel’s Dilemma scenario. Careful! [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where free roam mode had no selectable spawn locations. [/p][p]•    Fixed a texture issue on Annie and Clarabell’s faces. [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where a signal would not clear during the Thomas’ Special Day scenario.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the menu icon to remain locked in Epic Games Store, even when the add-on has been downloaded.[/p][p]•    Fixed the objective bpx in the Thomas’ Birthday Surprise scenario so it is no longer near transparent. Good news for anyone who doesn’t have x-ray vision. [/p][p]•    Various minor localization improvements.[/p][p][/p][p]San Bernardino[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where the road inside the tunnel from El Monte to the I-10 freeway was too narrow. [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing difficulties getting onto the Rotem car at San Bernardino.[/p][p]•    Fixed a floating green container near Rialto. No more flight for you.[/p][p]•    Fixed cars driving through the raised parts of the road. No more ground for you.[/p][p]•    Fixed a hole in the map near the freeway. No more void for you. [/p][p]•    Removed floating houses between Rialto and San Bernardino Depot.[/p][p][/p][p]MBTA Commuter[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing players to be able to escape boundaries. [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the Westborough bridge to be inaccessible.[/p][p]•    Fixed a backwards sign at Natick Centre.[/p][p]•    Fixed a level crossing timing issue at Framingham.[/p][p]•    Removed an invisible wall at Natick Centre. [/p][p]HSP46[/p][p]•    Added missing button/switch sounds.[/p][p]•    Various localisation improvements. [/p][p][/p][p]Dresden – Riesa[/p][p]BR 442[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where the SIFA safety system failed to recognise even after acknowledgement. [/p][p]DB BR 146.2[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the speedometer to show 0 after using the external camera.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where the green ‘T’ symbol did not indicate when the doors were open.[/p][p][/p][p]ScotRail BR Class 158[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue with vehicles being embedded in buildings at Haymarket Depot.[/p][p]•    Improved support for Free Roam consist placement and Formation Designer.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue with the 5K11 ECS to Haymarket service that required player stop accuracy to be precise.[/p][p][/p][p]Mittenwaldbahn[/p][p]•    Added new horn audio for the DB BR 111.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue with the horn audio from the rear cab.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue that caused n-wagen vehicles to derail on tight curves.[/p][p]•    Improved internal audio to prevent n-wagen vehicles from being overwhelming whilst in the cab.[/p][p][/p][p]DB BR 218 Diesel  [/p][p]•    Added the DBB blue and cream livery variant.[/p][p]•    Updated texture for better appearance in sunny weather.[/p][p]•    Updated radio decal texture for better appearance.[/p][p]•    Added light engine test formation for blue-beige version.[/p][p][/p][p]Koln – Aachen[/p][p]•    Added the free timetable update for Koln – Aachen for PS5 and Epic Games players[/p][p]•    Added ICE T to appear as an AI train on the route for PS5 and Epic Games players[/p][p]•    Fixed a signal issue on service 1239.[/p][p][/p][p]Midland Mainline[/p][p]Class 158[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the interior vestibule doors to remain open. [/p][p]•    Removed EMR signage from lounge doors in Derby Station on Platforms 4 and 5.[/p][p][/p][p]ECML Diesel Railtour[/p][p]Class 47[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing the brake sound not to activate. [/p][p]•    Decreased marker light intensity. [/p][p]Mk1 Coaches[/p][p]•    Fixed the buffer position so it is now correct when buckeye coupler is raised and lowered.[/p][p][/p][p]Cargo Line Vol. 1: Petroleum[/p][p]•    Added varients of the TEA Bogie Tanker to formation designer, in both loaded and empty versions.[/p][p]•    Added suspension onto Cargo Line version of the Class 66 loco. [/p][p]•    Updated bogie and axle offsets to reduce buffer height differences when coupled to other vehicles.[/p][p]Cargo Line Vol. 2: Aggregates[/p][p]•    Added suspension onto Cargo Line version of the Class 66 loco. [/p][p]•    Added both loaded and empty variants of the HOA bogie aggregate hopper to the Formation Designer.[/p][p]•    Updated bogie and axle offsets to reduce buffer height differences when coupled to other vehicles.[/p][p]Cargo Line Vol. 3: Intermodal[/p][p]•    Fixed a crash in Editor when entering the livery designer menu.[/p][p]Cargo Line Vol. 4: Military[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing layers not to appear on GWE timetable for Gen 8 consoles.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue with a missing train model when in WCML: Preston Carlisle journey mode.[/p][p][/p][p]Zwolle – Groningen[/p][p]•    Removed additional floating trees across the route. [/p][p]•    Removed sign stuck in the track at Hoogeveen.[/p][p][/p][p]Kassel Wurzburg[/p][p]DB BR 185[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where the green ‘T’ symbol did not indicate when the doors were open.[/p][p][/p][p]NEC Boston Providence[/p][p]•    Added the HSP46 to scenario designer.[/p][p][/p][p]Antelope Valley[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue preventing San Bernardino’s Bombardier cars to appear on the F59PH.[/p][p][/p][p]Horseshoe Curve[/p][p]•    Updated new track shadows to TSW5 standard.[/p][p][/p][p]Cane Creek Railroad[/p][p]•    Updated new track shadows to TSW5 standard.[/p][p][/p][p]Hauptstrecke Rhein-Ruhr [/p][p]•    Fixed an issue causing contrast mode not to work correctly on the 425 in-cab screens.[/p][p][/p][p]Bremen Oldenburg[/p][p]•    Replaced service DGS 52674 with GAG-60491 In the Freighting Room journey chapter to stop an issue causing the player train not to spawn. [/p][p][/p][p]Bernina Line[/p][p]•    Fixed a visual issue causing a grey box to appear on the underside of the ZA Tank Wagon.[/p][p][/p][p]Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen[/p][p][/p][p]Coming from the TSG team, we also have a large range of improvements to support the DB BR Expert 101 & IC Steuerwagen add-on, which we’ve detailed into sections below:[/p][p][/p][p]•    Added Virtual Conductor (Beta). This feature can be activated/deactivated by the player in the Simulation Control menu. If enabled the Virtual Conductor closes the passenger doors when the scheduled departure time is reached. An on-screen Zp 9 signal indicates that you are ready to depart.[/p][p]•    Fixed PZB 500Hz non-restrictive monitoring being able to have a flashing mode indicator.[/p][p]•    Fixed PZB 500Hz restrictive monitoring not being displayed.[/p][p]•    Added a notch past the Release position of the electric brake lever for decoupling the two brake levers' movement.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue that caused problems with the door control shortcuts from the Tab-menu or keyboard when the leading loco was flipped.[/p][p]•    Reworked Adhesion simulation. The level of adhesion now depends on precipitation, temperature and season (leaf fall) and will vary with time and location. The simulation is present on both the locomotive and all coaches, with each axle in the formation having successively higher adhesion due to being less contaminated.[/p][p]•    Simulated the brake pipe inlet between the Distributor and Distributor Cut-Off Valve having non-zero volume (prevents the pressure from instantly dropping to zero if the Cut-Off Valve is closed).[/p][p]•    Tweaked sanding fade rate to be more realistic.[/p][p]•    Fixed some mistakes in the brake blending logic handling of disabled traction motors.[/p][p]•    Added a feature that automatically pre-sets the train to a shutdown state if the internal service name ends in "\\_BeginShutdown".[/p][p]•    Added "Automatic Shutdown" menu. This menu can quickly get the loco or the entire formation into a cold & dark state on command.[/p][p]•    Added "Throttle Behaviour" config menu (Bpmmbdzf only).[/p][p]•    Added toggle for the Beta Virtual Conductor.[/p][p]•    Added an "Expert Profile". This profile saves a few settings between game session such as the Chaos Factor, the Bpmmbdzf throttle behaviour, and the Virtual Conductor activation.[/p][p]GSM-R[/p][p]•    Updated GSM-R D cell towers.[/p][p]•    Added support for Mannheim-Kaiserslautern.[/p][p]•    Added support for Frankfurt-Wiesbaden (all paths available on "Frankfurt S-Bahn: S1, S8 & S9").[/p][p]•    Fixed incorrect 1300 redirect at Fulda.[/p][p]•    Fixed malformed 1300 redirect around Dresden-Bischofsplatz.[/p][p]•    Added magic cell towers for GSM-R NL.[/p][p]•    Improved usability with scenarios.[/p][p]•    Implement ability to override the Time to Connect for EIRENE calls.[/p][p]•    Fixed GSM-R Call DTMF menu closing when changing cameras.[/p][p]•    Fixed GSM-R Call DTMF menu appearing during the dialling or ringing state after a call terminated with the DTMF menu still open.[/p][p]•    Added widget-side support for more GSM-R networks.[/p][p]•    Changed GSM-R message when pressing on the Emergency Call hardkey under P-GSM from "Funktion nicht verfügbar!" to "nicht unterstützt" following new references.[/p][p]•    Fixed wonkiness that occurs when you call yourself on the GSM-R.[/p][p]•    Improved Group Call Register behaviour.[/p][p]•    Removed ability to start an emergency call while another emergency call is ongoing via the hardkey.[/p][p]•    Made GSM-R more modable by adding a field for defining additional text graphics for contacts and TOCs in the SIM card.[/p][p]EBuLa[/p][p]•    Added EBuLa "Bitte EBuLa-Karte einstecken" page.[/p][p]•    Removed different shade of blue for the EBuLa window title bars in dark mode.[/p][p]•    Fixed global EBuLa keys not working on the Simulation Control page while the Chaos Factor adjustment window is open.[/p][p]Audio[/p][p]•    Fixed LZB Schnarre not playing when G illuminates prior to target speed change.[/p][p]•    Fixed LZB Schnarre incorrectly playing while LZB transmission fault.[/p][p]•    LZB Schnarre now loops correctly (1.08s sound, 0.92s silence).[/p][p][/p][p]Expert DB BR 101 Loco[/p][p]•    Added new #Einziganders livery.[/p][p]•    Added Livery Designer option for "BR 101 Expert (MFD)".[/p][p]Simulation[/p][p]•    Fixed LSS 31F40 not producing a fault message.[/p][p]•    Made AFB start charging the DC link capacitor if LZB is about to brake for a brake curve (this also has corresponding states in the AFB page).[/p][p]•    Made Main Reservoir Cut-Out solenoid valve a possible fault (requires opening the bypass valve).[/p][p]•    Changed main reservoir pressure readings to measure the pressure of the internal Main Reservoir Line rather than directly on the Main Reservoir, as per the prototype.[/p][p]•    Fixed a bug in SimuGraph of the Distributor Cut-Off Valve that made it non-functioning.[/p][p]•    Tweaked control reservoir filling/venting rates to more realistic values.[/p][p]•    Tweaked parking brake cylinder piston area to achieve realistic brake force.[/p][p]•    Fixed a bug that caused both pantographs to raise when first raising a pantograph from a parked state.[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue where energy counter did not reset if battery was cycled.[/p][p]•    Fixed a mistake in the ASG Current Effort logic that made the transition rate much lower than intended when the Current Effort difference to the Target Effort is below a threshold (order of magnitude too low).[/p][p]•    Updated door control to new standards for German passenger stock when controlling non-expert coaches.[/p][p]•    Fixed LZB dark signals appearing while LZB was disabled in the Expert BR 101.[/p][p]Machine Room[/p][p]•    Fixed earthing switch rotation.[/p][p]•    Fixed an array of texture related issues.[/p][p]•    Edited distributor release valve animation.[/p][p]•    Added texture to Gauge 44.[/p][p]•    Added texture to panto gauges.[/p][p]•    Added machine room door handle animation.[/p][p]Cab[/p][p]•    Fixed battery needle on AI trains.[/p][p]•    Added machine room door handle animation.[/p][p]•    Tweaked machine room door handle shape and textures.[/p][p]Exterior[/p][p]•    Fixed an issue with LOD material assignments. This most notably fixes coloured wheels when looking at a Livery Designer reskinned Expert BR 101 from a distance.[/p][p]•    Fixed inappropriate taillight indication when both cabs' taillights were enabled.[/p][p]•    Improved Level of Detail model.[/p][p]Multi-Function Displays[/p][p]•    Added W "V-Extern" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Superschlupf-Anfahrt" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Superschlupf" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "BEVO" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Bedienfhilfen" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "AFB" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Superschlupf-Pilot" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Lokschutz" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "SA/HS" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "ZSG: Soll-/Istwerte" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "ASG" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Bremse" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "FGM-Funktionen" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "LZB Meldungen (1)" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Soll-/Istwert Adhäsion" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Ströme" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "V/B-Werte" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "BEVO Diverse Elemente" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Funkuhr" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Leistung" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Diagnose" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "MgV" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "Schaltgeräte" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added W "DW" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Added "SR.-Test" MTD page.[/p][p]•    Fixed HBUs being displayed as running on "Hauptdaten" MTD W page when the MCB is open.[/p][p]•    Fixed no ASG traction lock being displayed on "Hauptdaten" MTD W page when ZK isn't precharged.[/p][p]•    Updated "Funktionsprüfungen" page to be more accurate to the prototype.[/p][p]•    Improved MTD dark mode look.[/p][p]•    Added missing weekday display on MTD analogue clock.[/p][p]•    Added pixel screen material. All screens are now sharper, and you can see individual pixels when getting up close.[/p][p]•    Changed visuals of checkboxes on MTD "Antriebe" page to match real-life.[/p][p]•    Made the "Aus" label in the bottom right of the MTD "Antriebe" page functional. It now displays the state of the current selected ASG.[/p][p]•    Fixed some delimiter graphics not adhering to dark mode on the MTD "Grundbild" and "Z/Br" pages.[/p][p]•    Fixed incorrect colour display of the W MTD pages' refresh indicator when changing contrast with the right timing.[/p][p]•    Fixed kWh counters being culture dependant.[/p][p]•    The 0 key on the Funktionsprüfungen page now leads to the Grundbild instead of the Zugbesy page.[/p][p]•    Removed white flash while the MFD screen is loading.[/p][p]•    Fixed ETCS MTD layout/design not working with ETCS child RVMs.[/p][p]•    Changed W "Hauptdaten" odometer to estimate a distance from the timetable date plus the player's driven distance.[/p][p]Audio[/p][p]•    Added "Notbremse" callout.[/p][p]•    Marginally improved exterior horn audio.[/p][p]•    Fixed loco audio sometimes switching to exterior sounds when meeting with another Expert BR 101 while driving.[/p][p]•    Fixed cab door + machine room sound mix applying in the back cab when only opening the machine room door without any cab door or window.[/p][p][/p][p]IC Steuerwagen and Coaches[/p][p]•    Added NBÜ test button.[/p][p]•    Added Main Reservoir Continuity test button.[/p][p]•    Changed Sifa pedal logic to use ground speed rather than average rail speed (prevents pedal getting released and then pressed again if wheels slide).[/p][p]•    Tweaked the control reservoir venting rate when using Distributor Release, and control reservoir/auxiliary reservoir filling times when Distributor Cut-Off is open.[/p][p]•    Significantly reworked the air brake physics of the Bpmmbdzf cab car, Avmmz and Bpmmz coaches to achieve realistic brake force (approximately 20% higher than previous in Full Service) and prototypical deceleration rates for each step of the drivers brake valve (based on real world brake tests).[/p][p]•    Increased the magnetic track brake force to achieve prototypical stopping distances in emergency.[/p][p]•    Fixed stuck brakes due to control reservoir pressure not falling quickly enough if tuned to realistic filling rates (only relevant if player uses the Quick Release setting without ep enabled).[/p][p]•    Tweaked Bpmmbdzf cab car suspension to achieve less excessive bounces when going over gaps and less exaggerated drops/bounces when magnetic track brakes apply.[/p][p]•    Fixed incorrect glass material (interior glass instead of exterior glass) on the Bpmmbdzf. Rain and snow will now show up on the exterior windows.[/p][p]•    Removed "View Screen" prompt above the Bpmmbdzf's Second Man's Seat.[/p][p]•    Added frontend vehicle thumbnails to Avmmz and Bpmmz seen in formation designer.[/p][p]Audio[/p][p]•    Disable external door close and PZB alert sounds for AI trains.[/p][p]•    Fixed cross-plugin reference for cab car's door close alert sound.[/p][p]•    Added emergency brake alarm sound.[/p][p]•    New glass door audio for Bpmmbdzf passenger room.[/p][p]•    Edited compartment door audio to sync better with animation.[/p][p]•    Fixed missing audio on select passenger area doors.[/p][p]Scenarios / Tutorials[/p][p]•    Added Expert Timetable for "Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim Kaiserslautern".[/p][p]•    Fixed several issues with mismatched levers and tasks in the Expert Tutorial.[/p][p]•    Fixed a bug that would cause the Expert Tutorial to not be completable if reverser is removed before reverser is set to 0.[/p][p]•    Fixed a bug with the Start Electric Train Supply objective in the Touchdown scenario which caused it to not be completable.[/p][p]•    Prevented cheating in Empty Pipes scenario by preventing cutting in the brakes and getting better than intended brake performance.[/p]

[p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Alan Thomson Simulation are making their Train Sim World debut. Manchester Airport Commuter is coming to Train Sim World 5 on 1st July![/p][p][/p][h2]Manchester Airport Commuter: Manchester - Alderley Edge[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Manchester Airport Commuter has been teased and talked about over the last few months, first appearing on our Roadmap in 2024. If you’re learning about this new route for the first time, you can go back and read our previous updates.[/p][p]So far, we’ve talked about:[/p]

• [p]Basic details during the DTG Direct ‘Take A Ticket’ segment[/p]
• [p]An introduction from ATS in our October 2024 Roadmap[/p]
• [p]A brief update in our November 2024 Roadmap[/p]
• [p]More details and screenshots in our 16th December Reveal[/p]

[p]Note that Manchester Airport Commuter will be released on Gen 9 (Xbox Series S|X & PS5) and PC platforms only, as mentioned in the May 2025 Roadmap.[/p][h3]About ATS[/h3][p]ATS was started in 2017 by YouTuber Alan Thomson and Train Simulator Classic route builder Peter Mitchell. Their main goal at the time was to ensure anyone could produce and publish content for TSC in a way that worked for everyone, and after four successful years, they started to look into development for Train Sim World.[/p][p]Once the team was established, with Hayden and Danny at the helm, they were quick to dive right in with support from the community and Dovetail Games and settled on the 27-mile Manchester Airport commuter route.[/p][h2]The Route[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Explore 27 miles of track out from Manchester Piccadilly through to the suburban countryside setting of Alderley Edge via Manchester Airport.[/p][p]A railway network with complex history, the lines which service the heart of Manchester date back as far as the 1840s. The main line through Stockport was established as a major trunk route and quickly became overloaded. It was supplemented in the early 1900s with the addition of the Styal Line, an alternative path between Wilmslow and Manchester. In 1993, a spur would be built off this new line to serve Manchester Airport, taking trains directly under the flight path and right next to EGCC’s second air terminal.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]This route Add-on includes both spines: a main line via Stockport and the Styal line via Manchester Airport, converging at Wilmslow. Both branches offer busy commuter traffic into the heart of Manchester.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Manchester Piccadilly, first seen in the Glossop Line route Add-on, forms the focal point for passenger services in Manchester Airport Commuter, with a full station concourse and fully explorable Metrolink and taxi rank areas. Route Hopping will also be available for players that own Glossop Line.[/p][p]A short stretch of the line out to Ardwick shares that of Glossop Line, before branching off south into new territory via Longsight and Stockport. Multiple modelled depots lie along the route, including at Ardwick, Longsight, Manchester International Depot & Stockport Sidings. Neutral sections are also included at the relevant parts of the route.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]The route’s namesake Manchester Airport and its dedicated station are modelled with the appropriate signage and features, as well as the Airport Skywalk which is best seen at night. The runway and approach lights can be seen, along with licensed Airbus aircraft flying overhead (like those seen in Train Sim World 5’s Frankfurt – Fulda route) making for some impressive Photo Mode shots![/p][p]Neutral Section functionality also features on relevant parts of the route.[/p][h2]Northern Class 323 EMU[/h2][h3]plus Class 66 Diesel Locomotive[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p]Both new and existing players of Train Sim World will likely be familiar with the simple-to-operate Class 323 EMU as seen in the Training Center. These popular units with their distinctive traction motor noise were first introduced in 1994 and see use both on the Birmingham Cross-City Line and in the Greater Manchester area. The latter trains are run by Northern.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Whilst the units remain much the same as from the previous two route Add-ons they’ve featured in, the Manchester Airport Commuter services will feature a functioning Conductor Mode (or Guard Mode).[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]The Class 66 is also included for freight services with FKA Wagons.[/p][h2]Timetable, Service Layers and Gameplay[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]Similar to Train Sim World’s San Bernardino Line, players will be able to explore the route across two separate timetables. A Weekday schedule, including freight, will form the standard set of passenger operations in addition to the alternative Sunday patterns.[/p][p]These timetables will make great use of all four featured depots/sidings for a variety of movements including, shunting, coupling and washing runs – meaning even after passenger services are complete, the action doesn’t stop![/p][h3]Additional Service Layers[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p]Players with other Add-ons in their collection will be able to see and operate additional services along the route.[/p][p]These include:[/p][p]Class 350 services from West Coast Main Line South, operating from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport and Ardwick Depot.[/p][p]Avanti West Coast Class 390 Pendolino services between Wilmslow or Stockport to Manchester Piccadilly plus Static stock at Longsight Electric TMD[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]ScotRail Class 158 services between Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Airport.[/p][p]EMT Class 158 services from Midland Main Line operating services between Manchester Piccadilly and Stockport[/p][p]Class 87 rail tour services in the weekday timetable from Just Trains’ West Coast Main Line: Preston-Carlisle route Add-on[/p][p]Railhead Treatment Train services and freight via Heald Green and Stockport.[/p][p]Class 150 & 153 services from Cardiff City Network. These will appear in a variety of formations, including different mixed 150+153 combos.[/p][h3]Mastery Rewards[/h3][p]Both route posters and a Sceney Tile will be available to unlock as part of Train Sim World 5’s Mastery rewards.[/p][p]The Scenery Tile will feature track workers waiting to place an Emergency Speed Restriction at Slade Lane Junction... drive miles and complete Scenarios to unlock the option to toggle them![/p][h3]Pricing and Steam Loyalty Discount[/h3][p]Train Sim World 5: Manchester Airport Commuter: Manchester - Alderley Edge route Add-on will release on 1st July for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam for £24.99/€29.99/$29.99[/p][p]Players on Steam that own Train Sim World 5 and Glossop Line, which also features the Northern Class 323 running services our of Manchester Piccadilly, will be entitled to a 20% discount from launch for 2 weeks.[/p][h3]Preview Stream - Join the ATS Team![/h3][p]You can join ATS for an early preview of Manchester Airport Commuter tonight, Thursday 19th June at 1900 BST on Twitch.[/p][p]The DTG Railfan TV Team will also host a full preview stream the day before release on Monday 30th June on YouTube and Twitch.[/p][p]Find out more about Train Sim World 5 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.[/p]

[h2]The Story So Far:[/h2][p]We've already talked a little bit about TSG’s latest loco Add-on following the release of Mittenwaldbahn earlier in the year.[/p][p]This includes:[/p]

• [p]First announcement in the April 2025 Roadmap[/p]
• [p]Further details and screenshots in the May 2025 Roadmap[/p]

[p]Please note that this add-on will be released on Gen 9 (Xbox Series S|X & PS5) and PC platforms only.[/p][p][/p][h2]Rolling Stock[/h2][h3]DRG BR 194 locomotive[/h3][p][/p][p]This style of locomotive – the iconic ‘Krokodil’ - was first introduced to Train Sim World with the Mittenwaldbahn Add-on in the form of the ÖBB 1020. The distinctive shape dates back to over a century ago, with this type of locomotive arriving slightly later in the 1940s and 50s.[/p][p][/p][p]The DRG BR 194 is an older variant than the ÖBB 1020, as TSG explained in the April Roadmap:[/p]

[p]“When the ÖBB took on the E94s to form the ÖBB 1020s, over time they made a significant number of modernisations and improvements to the locos to keep them relevant and suit local requirements. In backdating the 1020 into the BR 194 these modifications have had to be removed leaving a somewhat cruder locomotive.”[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]Differences can be seen both inside and out, with the DRG variant seen in a plain dark green livery, rather than the ÖBB red. The roof and windows, but also components like cooling pipes, vents, and lights, also have visual differences.[/p][p]In the cab, the technology is visibly dated with less electrical components and switches, a shorter instrument display and even an older style of telephone![/p][p]A more comprehensive list of changes includes:[/p]

• [p]Air System Modifications including a weaker compressor, differing air tank capacity and locations within the system and non-centralised brake frame (Goods passenger valves and Triple Valves are located on the bogies instead of in the machine room for example)[/p]
• [p]Train Brake Valves are now Knorr Nr.10 manually lapped brake valves instead of the Oerlikon FV4 Self lapping Valves.[/p]
• [p]Indusi i54 instead of i60 (functionally the same, but no ability to change modes).[/p]
• [p]Different Pantographs and their control system. As modelled, we only have a single contract strip on each pantograph so both pantographs have to be raised typically. The Control of the MCB and pantos is done via a single valve in each cab, with an air valve in the Number 1 cab to select which pantograph is to be used. There is always a hand pump to be used to raise the pantograph in the event of there being no main reservoir pressure to raise it, to then allow the main compressor to run.[/p]
• [p]Different Lamp Systems, instead of built into the vehicle's body, are semi-permanent lamps with red filter levers on the side to change the aspect.[/p]
• [p]Various cosmetic changes including changes to the vents, removal of the snowploughs, roofline changes, cab windows, underframes, bonnets and more.[/p]
• [p]Changes to the Overload system requiring the driver to go into the machine room to reset in the event of an overload being tripped[/p]
• [p]Weaker Electric Brake comparative to how the 1020 was before the last update if not marginally weaker.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]E94 Railtour locomotive[/h3][p][/p][p]Also included is a more modern rail tour variant of the E94 in the form of the individual number 088, which runs rail tours to this day. Developing the Add-on was done with invaluable support of the Elektrische Zugförderung Württemberg, who will also receive a portion of the proceeds from this pack.[/p][p]Originally built in 1943, this specific locomotive received major modifications in 1970 to become an ÖBB 1020 and continued service until 1994. After an extensive restoration, it was brought back to operational condition in 2013 and is now proudly maintained by EZW. Today, it still runs on both rail tours and regular services whenever an additional locomotive is needed.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]TSG also stated in the May Roadmap:[/p]

[p]“From the very beginning, their passionate team has provided us with original drawings and answered every technical question we had. Groups like EZW are the reason these 82-year-old locomotives are still alive and running today. Without their help, we wouldn’t have been able to capture the authentic sounds or gather the detailed information necessary to recreate these locomotives so faithfully.”[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Byg 516 Umbauwagen Coaches[/h3][p][/p][p]Including in the pack are ageing pre-war passenger coaches: “Umbauwagen”.[/p][p]After the Second World War, German railways had a lack of coaching stock and therefore opted to rebuild old, pre-war coaches. "Umbauwagen" translates to "rebuild coach".[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Over 6,500 of these coaches were in service at one point. They were withdrawn in the 2000s.[/p][p][/p][h3]Gbs, Es50 and Falns freight wagons[/h3][p][/p][p]For period freight services, a selection of new and reliveried freight wagons are included in the pack. The Gbs wagon is new to Train Sim World, whereas the Es50 and Falns have been seen before. The Falns comes in a new DBB livery.[/p][p]The Gbs freight wagon is an iconic box car, which these days has been generally replaced by Habbins type wagons. It is found largely on heritage railways, used for storage, and was a staple wagon from the 1950s to 2000s.[/p][p][/p][h2]Timetable services and additional gameplay[/h2][p][/p][h3]New 1984 Linke Rheinstrecke Timetable[/h3][p][/p][p]Players with the Linke Rheinstrecke route Add-on will be able to make use of a new 1984 timetable that is unlocked with the BR 194 loco Add-on.[/p][p]This timetable is best experienced with a full complement of period locomotives and stock which are layered in from other Train Sim World Add-ons.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]These are:[/p]

• [p]Linke Rheinstrecke[/p]
• [p]Mittenwaldbahn[/p]
• [p]Niddertalbahn[/p]
• [p]DB BR 218 loco Add-on[/p]

[p]This content will be available in the form of a Bundle, available on Steam. We’ll provide more details of this bundle around release of the E94 loco Add-on.[/p][p]The 1984 timetable will have a small number of additional playable services over the original timetable, set in 1997. However, there will be a significant increase in AI traffic with hundreds of additional AI services visible at both ends of the route.[/p][p]Unique special services will be included, as well as local freight and repositioning movements. Long distance traffic will feature courtesy of content from the Mittenwaldbahn route Add-on. This increase in services means that some trains will have to wait for others![/p][p]There have also been a number of general improvements made to the Linke Rheinstrecke route, mainly focussed on scenery and water textures.[/p][p]In the run up to release, the DB BR 218 will receive a new livery that can be used in this timetable or via Free Roam. We’ll share more news on this in the relevant Patch Notes.[/p][p][/p][h3]Railtour services on Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn[/h3][p]Unlock the Mastery Scenery Tile in Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn and use Free Roam to host the E94 in this engine shed, as depict here.[/p][p][/p][p]For a more contemporary experience, the E94 088 can be operated as rail tour services in two Scenarios for the Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn route.[/p][p]Timetabled rail tour services are planned to be added to the route in the future.[/p][p][/p][h3]Scenarios and Free Roam[/h3][p]Two Scenarios will be playable on both Linke Rheinstrecke and Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn.[/p][p]Players can also make use of Free Roam and Scenario Planner to run custom rail tour services across any route in their collection. In real life, the locomotive has been seen hauling more contemporary stock such as Dostos and has been throughout Germany during its time in preservation.[/p][p]Train Sim World 5: BR194 / E94 Railtour Pack will release on 24th June for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam for €24.99/£19.99/$24.99[/p][p]Find out more about Train Sim World 5 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]TL;DR (too long; didn’t read) Summary[/h3][p]Content Up Ahead[/p][p] ▹ Announcing the MBTA Providence/Stoughton Line HSP46 Add-On![/p][p]Third Party Partners[/p][p] ▹ Announcing: Cargo Line Volume. 5 – Nuclear from Skyhook Games[/p][p] ▹ Manchester Airport Commuter from Alan Thomson Simulation[/p][p] ▹ Announcing the Expert DB BR 101 on Kassel - Würzburg Gameplay Pack from TSG[/p][p] ▹ BR194 and E94 Railtour Pack from TSG[/p][p] ▹ Class 86 + Mk2f Coaches from Just Trains[/p][p] ▹ Santa Fe Gameplay Pack for Cajon Pass from High Iron Simulations[/p][p]Patches and Updates[/p][p] ▹ Recent Train Sim World 5 Patches[/p][p]Community Corner[/p][p] ▹ June Monthly Mastery Challenges – Live Now![/p][p] ▹ Dovetail Games is attending The Greatest Gathering![/p][p][/p][h3]The Train Sim World Roadmap[/h3][p]Welcome back to the Roadmap for Train Sim World 5, where we share insights into our progress on new content, updates and future announcements for developments from our teams and our range of third-party partner developers.[/p][p]If you’re joining us for the first time, this is a monthly check-in that will continue the conversation between our teams and all of our community, sharing brand new announcements, updates and sneak peeks on our content in-development, as well as new ways for you to get involved with mastery rewards and upcoming events.[/p][p]In this months update, we've got 3 brand-new Add-on announcements! From our teams, we're announcing a new Boston Providence HSP-46 Gameplay Pack, and from our third party partners, you can discover the DB BR 101 Expert Kassel Würzburg Gameplay Pack from TSG, as well as the latest volume of the Cargo Line series, Cargo Line Volume. 5 – Nuclear, coming from Skyhook Games! We'll also have new information from Alan Thomson Simulation on the Manchester Airport Commuter route, and a summary for other add-ons that we're expecting very soon, from TSG, Just Trains and High Iron Simulations.[/p][p]Be sure to also read on for upcoming updates to Train Sim World, and news across the community, including new monthly Mastery and our attendance at The Greatest Gathering in August 2025![/p][p]Let’s dive in![/p][h2]Content Up Ahead[/h2][h3]Announcing: MBTA Providence/Stoughton Line HSP46 Add-On[/h3][p]A new gameplay pack is coming, that brings the iconic purple HSP-46 from MBTA Commuter, over to the NEC: Boston - Providence, with a new set of gameplay scenarios and Conductor Mode to the route![/p][p][/p][p]These three new scenarios will challenge you in different ways, from building up formations from a cold start, yard work at Readville sidings, to train rescue operations during snowfall![/p][p][/p][p]A tutorial for the HSP-46 will also be added to the Training Center, which will feature a guide for setting up the train's controls, loading and unloading passengers and completing a full loop of the circuit.[/p][p]We'll share more details for the gameplay pack in the coming weeks.[/p][h2]Third Party Partners[/h2][h3]Announcing: Cargo Line Volume. 5 – Nuclear from Skyhook Games[/h3][p]Skyhook Games is proud to officially announce that the ever popular Cargo Line wagon series for Train Sim World is going nuclear for Volume 5! Introducing the FNA-D Flask Carrier wagons and their perfect partner the Type 1 Class 20/3 diesel locomotive.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Skyhook: “Created as a wholly-owned subsidiary of British Nuclear Fuels Ltd during late 1994, Direct Rail Services (DRS) had the sole purpose of taking over rail-based handling of nuclear material from British Rail. Initially operating from the reprocessing plant at Sellafield, DRS opened a dedicated depot at Carlisle Kingmoor Yard in 1998 to cater for its new fleet of 15 ex Channel Tunnel works Class 20 locomotives."[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]"DRS eventually operated a fleet of 21 examples of the English Electric Type 1s, being significantly upgraded by Brush Traction of Loughborough with long-range fuel tanks, group standard headlight clusters, high-impact windscreens and a complete cab rebuild before outshopping them in iconic Oxford Blue livery with fully yellow ends and red buffer beams.”[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]“The original fleet of FNA wagons were built by British Rail, and later Procor, for the transport of spent nuclear fuel from power stations to processing and research centres. These fascinating wagons came into service in the 1970s and became an iconic part of the network, performing this important task. In the 2010s, it was identified that replacements were required. The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority commissioned WH Davis to produce 40 new wagons as a 'like-for-like' replacement for the original FNAs.”[/p][p][/p][p]“The new batch featured several major updates including exposed framing, different bogies, and the ability to carry a wider range of flask designs. Despite the reduction in nuclear power plants in the UK since the millennium, the FNA-Ds can still be seen in use across much of the UK.”[/p][p]In this Add-on, the Class 20/3 appears in unbranded Oxford blue livery to represent these locomotives.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you to Skyhook Games for giving up a glimpse of this new add-on, we can't wait to share more and continue to Cargo Line series further in Train Sim World 5![/p][p][/p][h3]Manchester Airport Commuter from Alan Thomson Simulation[/h3][p]This month, the Alan Thomson Simulation team are excited to share new screenshots and details for their Manchester Airport Commuter route![/p][p][/p][p]ATS: “Hi everyone! A quick update from us—we’re thrilled with the progress we’ve made over the past few months. We've been hard at work bug-fixing and refining the route, incorporating valuable feedback from DTG during QA. Thanks to this, we’re now back in the 0–3 month section of the roadmap, which is fantastic news!”[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]“We can’t wait for you to finally experience the route firsthand. With over 900 playable services across two timetables, you'll have plenty to explore, including the 323, 66 Freight & RHTT, 390, 350, East Midlands 158, ScotRail 158, and TfW 150 & 153.”[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]“Your support and feedback from the community have been truly appreciated, and we’re buzzing to see the release come to life. Stay tuned!”[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Announcing: Expert DB BR 101 on Kassel - Würzburg Gameplay Pack from TSG[/h3][p]Return to the Expert DB BR 101, on Kassel - Würzburg, with a new expanded timetable, 5 exciting Expert-Level scenarios, and much more! Let's hear form the TSG team to understand what they've been working on.[/p][p]TSG: "We return to Kassel – Würzburg with a new Timetable set two years before the Original one, coming in with 26 more playable services and over 1200 new AI services to bring live into the cities. Of course, it focuses heavily on IC traffic with the 101 Expert but brings you new opportunities for the ICE3 and 1 too."[/p][p][/p][p]The expanded timetable will change/add the following:[/p]

• [p]Reworked freight layers[/p]
• [p]ICE trains and formations have been swapped around to better represent the 2018 timetable, including the addition of an ICE-T layer[/p]
• [p]IC layer is completely different with many more 101 and cab car-led services, including a few light loco runs where LZB use is prohibited[/p]
• [p]New FlixTrain layer with 2x BR 193 services[/p]
• [p]Overhauled and added AI wherever the high-speed line passes by or interacts with other lines[/p]

[p]TSG: "Five new expert level scenarios await to be played, which introduce new gameplay, such as written orders and lots of changed scenery. We cant wait for you to experience this fun gameplay pack!"[/p][p][/p][p]Expert-level scenarios will feature all new types of gameplay, including:[/p]

• [p]A rescue scenario with the ultimate stopping precision required[/p]
• [p]Wrong-line running around track closures[/p]
• [p]Voice-over lines[/p]
• [p]Befehl documents on the cab desk[/p]

[p]We'll be sharing much more details about what you can expect in these new scenarios in future articles, but for now stay excited and prepare yourself to expect the unexpected![/p][p][/p][p]Add-on Bundle Information[/p][p]The following content is required to make use of this Gameplay Pack:[/p]

• [p]Schnellfahrstrecke Kassel-Würzburg Route Add-on[/p]
• [p]Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen Loco Add-on[/p]

[p]Celebrate Pride month using the Expert DB BR 101![/p][p][/p][p]As a final note, take a pride ride as the TSG team have also recreated 101 066 in its special "Railbow" livery! This will be a free update to for all existing owners of the Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen Loco Add-on![/p][p][/p][h3]BR194 and E94 Railtour Pack from TSG[/h3][p]The TSG team are also close to bringing us their awaited BR194 and E94 Railtour Pack, featuring new 1980s rolling stock and gameplay for the Linke Rheinstrecke and Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn routes![/p][p]Tomorrow, we will be sharing the full announce article for the pack, so stay tuned for many more details coming very shortly – in the meantime, here’s a refresher of what you can expect, coming from the TSG team:[/p][p][/p][p]Rolling Stock:[/p]

• [p]New BR 194 (80s version original e94)[/p]
• [p]New E94 088 (Railtour loco)[/p]
• [p]New B4yg Passenger Coach[/p]
• [p]New Gbs freight wagon[/p]
• [p]Es50 freight wagon[/p]
• [p]Falns in DBB livery[/p]

[p][/p][p]Gameplay:[/p]

• [p]New 1984 timetable for Linke Rheinstrecke (For a full experience requires layers from Mittenwaldbahn, BR218 and Niddertalbahn)[/p]
• [p]2 x Scenarios on Mannheim Kaiserslautern for the E94 088[/p]
• [p]2 x Scenarios on Linke Rheinstrecke for the BR 194[/p]
• [p]E94 Railtour used in various upcoming timetables for railtour services[/p]

[p]TSG: “When the ÖBB took on the E94s to form the ÖBB 1020s, over time they made a significant number of modernisations and improvements to the locos to keep them relevant and suit local requirements. In backdating the 1020 into the BR 194 these modifications have had to be removed leaving a somewhat cruder locomotive."[/p][p]These modifications are extensive and not limited to: Air system modifications, Train brake valves, Indusi i54, Utilitarian cab, Different Pantographs and control systems, Different lamp systems, Weaker electric brake, Changes to the Overload system, Green paint and a range of various other cosmetic changes![/p][p][/p][p]As a thank-you from the TSG team, a portion of their proceeds from this pack will go directly to EZW to support their continued efforts in preserving this incredible piece of railway history.[/p][p]Please note, the BR194 and E94 Railtour Pack from TSG add-on will be released on Gen 9 (Xbox Series S|X & PS5) and PC platforms only.[/p][p][/p][h3]Class 86 + Mk2f Coaches from Just Trains[/h3][p]Another release to keep an eye on coming soon is the BR Class 86/2 loco, included with Mk2F & Mk1 RMB coaches, from the Just Trains team.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Included are several external variations of the 86/2 which feature changes such two different types of Pantographs, RCH cables, a centrally mounted High Intensity head light and a single Rally light uniquely fitted to 86225. The eagle-eyed amongst you will remember this light from the first ever teaser image for the 86/2.[/p][p][/p][p]The feature coach of the Class 86/2 is the much-requested BR Mk1 RMB Buffet Car.[/p][p][/p][p]Also included in the pack are Mk2F Coaches, in BSO, TSO and FO variants. The air-conditioned Mk2s were the mainstay of many long-distance passenger trains after their introduction in the 1970s, and have seen use ever since, in both service, engineering and railtour duties.[/p][p][/p][p]Both the Class 86 and Mk2 Coaches brings additional challenges to the stunning WCML: Preston - Carlisle route and will substitute in place of some Class 87-hauled services. As well as this, included with the Class 86 add-on will be 5 brand-new Scenarios available to play on the Preston – Carlisle route, ranging from a football Special out of the map to Wembley to represent England playing against Scotland during April 1986.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Catch up on many more details in our Class 86 Coming Soon article[/p][p][/p][p]Train Sim World 5: Class 86/2 & Mk2F Coaches is releasing soon for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam for £19.99 / €24.99 / $24.99[/p][p][/p][h3]Santa Fe Gameplay Pack for Cajon Pass from High Iron Simulations[/h3][p]As a reminder, the High Iron Simulation team are continuing to progress with the Santa Fe GamePlay Pack for the TSW5 Cajon Pass route, and this is now in beta testing with final refinements underway.[/p][p][/p][p]The upcoming pack includes the Santa Fe Warbonnet General Electric C40-8W and blue-and-yellow Electro-Motive SD40-2, three all-new freight cars, reskins of a number of existing Cajon route freight cars, a timetable with more than 250 train movements and including a Union Pacific layer, five scenarios, and a new tutorial for the GE C40-8W.[/p][p][/p][h2]Patches & Updates[/h2][h3]Recent Train Sim World 5 Patches[/h3]

• [p]May 12th – A large update with major improvements for Midland Main Line, including visual fixes and improvements, and additionally five new livery variants for the Class 87 on WCML Person – Carlisle. The ICMm Koploper from Zwolle – Groningen and the Class 150 from Cardiff Commuter also received new audio improvements.[/p]
• [p]June 2nd – A substantial patch, featuring a bunch of improvements across the board over multiple add-ons, and many core quality of life improvements with memory improvements during scenarios for additional stability when playing.[/p]

[h3]Upcoming Updates[/h3][p]Our next update coming to Train Sim World 5 will feature further improvements across a range of content, which we will confirm once we have a final list, as well as additional improvements to community-raised issues, and also the updated Köln-Aachen timetable will be coming to players on PS5 and Epic Games platforms.[/p][p]Read more details about the updated Köln-Aachen timetable[/p][p]We're currently aiming for this update for early July, and once we have a confirmed date we will share the news.[/p][p][/p][h2]Community Corner[/h2][h3]Dovetail Games is attending The Greatest Gathering![/h3][p]The event takes place between Friday 1 and Sunday 3 August as part of this year’s Railway 200 celebrations.[/p][p]We're excited to announce our attendance at The Greatest Gathering, the largest temporary gathering of trains and rail-related exhibits in a generation![/p][p][/p][p]Image Credit: Alstom[/p][p][/p][p]This three-day, sold-out festival at train manufacturer Alstom’s Derby Litchurch Lane Works, will feature more than 50 iconic vehicles from the past, present and future of the railways and marks the first time in almost 50 years that the rolling stock factory has been open to the general public.[/p][p][/p][p]Dovetail Games will be appearing in the event’s STEM Hub with two booths hosting Train Sim World for members of the public to enjoy. This space is designed to be both immersive and interactive, with a focus on inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders by showcasing the breadth of disciplines that power the railway industry.[/p][p][/p][p]Two consoles will be available to play at the stand and keen visitors will also be able to play using a converted professional train driver training simulator with a Class 700 style control desk and real train controls. Additional independent simulators will be at the event utilising Dovetail Games software.[/p][p][/p][p]Matt Peddlesden, Executive Producer At Dovetail Games:[/p][p]"We’re thrilled to be taking part in this once-in-a-generation railway event and sharing the passion, history and love for trains with visitors through our world-leading simulation title."[/p][p][/p][p]Andy Butters, Managing Director of Derby Litchurch Lane Works at Alstom:[/p][p]"It’s a pleasure to welcome Dovetail Games to Litchurch Lane for The Greatest Gathering. Their presence in the STEM Hub brings a dynamic, interactive dimension to the event – one that perfectly complements our mission to delight railfans and inspire the next generation of railway innovators. As the UK’s only end-to-end train manufacturing site, it’s a privilege to open our doors and showcase the future of rail alongside such passionate partners."[/p][p][/p][p]If you already have tickets, make sure you pop over and say hi - We look forward to seeing you there![/p][p][/p][h3]June 2025 Monthly Mastery[/h3][p]It's time to get in-June with this month's set of mastery challenges![/p][p][/p][p]Keep up the conducting, and get ready to explore and rails, completing objectives along the way, and making sure you keep an eye on the temperature![/p][p][/p][h3]Roadmap Livestream[/h3][p]Senior Community Manager Alex will be talking about all the things we’ve featured above and answering your submitted questions in our June 2025 Roadmap livestream, starting tonight from 19:00 BST on our YouTube / Twitch channels. Please note, our regular host and executive producer Matt won't be able to support the Roadmap livestream tonight.[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Have a question for us? Put it in our June 2025 Roadmap Q&A thread, and we’ll answer as many as we can live![/p][p][/p][h3]Join Us In The Community![/h3][p]Find out more about Train Sim World 5 by following @trainsimworld on \\X/Twitter\\, \\Bluesky\\, \\Instagram\\, \\Facebook\\, \\YouTube\\, \\Twitch\\, and \\TikTok\\. [/p][p][/p]