Sale29 Sep 2025Steam Autumn Sale - Now On!Steam Store, 29th September - 6th October 2025 There are huge discounts to be had across most of the Train Sim World back catalogue, meaning you can add even more Compatible Content to your collection. The Train Sim World 6 versions of the Add-ons are discounted in this sale. Up to 90% off route Add-ons Save a massive 90% off some of the most popular routes in Train Sim World! Enjoy retro cab c…
New features are coming in Train Sim World 6! Get ready to expect the unexpected with moments and events that will impact gameplay, such that no two services will ever be the same. In this article, we outline what players can expect from day one, across the three new routes and new trains that are included. This includes some new Train Faults not previously mentioned in previous articles and a…
Last week we gave more details about the Leipzig-Dresden route and BR 294 Deluxe Edition locomotive. We'll talk more about Riviera Line in a future article. In this article, we’ll dive deep into the details of the NJ TRANSIT® fleet included, as well as the ALP-45DP available in Deluxe Edition. We’ll also look at the route, schedule and service layers. The Morristown Line: New York & Hoboken - D…
Join the Railfan TV team from 18:00pm UTC on Wednesday 10th September, on YouTube and Twitch . See our event below and tune into the first-ever live showcase of Train Sim World 6! Bahnstrecke Leipzig-Dresden Preview Livestream For our German-speaking audience, be sure to join our ambassador TrainSimPlay and our developer Lukas for a second preview of Leipzig-Dresden this week on Sunday (14th) e…
Each week until launch, we’ll be giving further details about each of the 3 routes, the trains and Deluxe Edition loco Add-ons. On top of this we’ll outline gameplay elements such as the timetable and layers as well as give further context about the history of the real-world railways. We start with the longest of the three routes: Leipzig – Dresden . Further details on the Morristown (USA) and…
There are loads of things to be looking forward to, with new routes, new trains and some interesting new features to keep players on their toes. In this article, we’ll be guiding you through 6 key things to look out for come launch day on 30th September 2025! 1. Random Events In Train Sim World 6, you’ll be able to head to the Settings menu and set Random Events to ‘Enabled’. This will set live…
Hello everyone - Welcome back to the second part of the TSW August 2025 roadmap! This time we'll be shifting our focus away from the core content coming with TSW6's launch, and looking ahead at the releases you can expect to come in the months beyond, from our wonderful range of partner programme developers, and a couple releases with the Dovetail Games team. In case you missed it, here's a lin…
Read our full TSW6 August 2025 Roadmap article on our website TL;DR (too long; didn’t read) Summary · Dovetail Direct: Summer 2025 – Watch back our major announcements for TSW6! · Train Sim World 6 – Pre-order available now! Full release on September 30th, 2025! ▹ Free Starter Pack Returns – A free entry for everyone into TSW6! ▹ UK Riviera Line: Exeter – Plymouth & Paignton ▹ UK Cross Country…
For those who missed our main event yesterday or prefer to get all their information in video-form, be sure to watch our recent Dovetail Direct for all of the Train Sim World 6 information, including brand-new Add-on reveals coming post-launch! Dovetail Direct Summer 2025: What was revealed? Here's a quick summary of everything we covered in the latest Dovetail Direct: · Train Sim World 6: Avai…
Get ready to Expect the Unexpected... on Tuesday, August 26th 2025 at 16:30 UTC! What is Dovetail Direct? And what will be announced? Our annual Dovetail Direct event is our major reveal show, where we give away details for our upcoming developments, talking directly with all of you across our communities about the exciting things we’re working on, and not just for Train Sim World, but for our…
Take advantage of exclusive Train Sim World Bundles on the Steam Store, featuring both recent route and locomotives Add-ons for Train Sim World 5 and those from the Train Sim World Compatible catalogue. How are these Bundles different? These Bundles, exclusive to the Steam Store, feature ‘Complete My Collection’ , meaning that if you already own one of the Add-ons within them, you can still get…
As we have the Dovetail Direct on 26th August , we thought it best to share the Mastery Challenges not nearing the end of the month. The August Mastery Challenges are now live! These challenges are: · Complete 250 objectives during scenarios or timetables. · Complete 10 scenarios or timetables whilst it's raining. · Get your steps in (game) by walking 5 miles/8km! · Drive 400 miles/643km. Compl…
To celebrate Dovetail Games' attendance at the Greatest Gathering, we've put together a series of Steam Exclusive Bundles containing trains featured at the event! Missed the announcement back in June? You can read all about this once-in-a-generation event . How are these Bundles different? These Bundles, exclusive to the Steam Store, feature ‘Complete My Collection’ , meaning that if you alread…
The following content is required to make use of this Gameplay Pack: · Train Sim World 5 · Schnellfahrstrecke Kassel - Würzburg · Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen Add-on This new pack contains unique gameplay elements contained within 5 Expert-level Scenarios, along with a new timetable for the Kassel - Würzburg route. It is priced at €9.99/£7.99/$9.99 Timetable Gameplay and Scenarios The Expe…
A new lease of life comes to Birmingham with two new variants of the Class 170, available now from Rivet Games! Approximate release times: 1000 BST PlayStation & Xbox, 1600 BST Epic Games, 1800 BST Steam The DMU: Class 170 Originally part of Rivet Games’ Fife Circle Line as the ScotRail Class 170/4, the iconic turbo now stars in a new role, filling out and enhancing the Cross-City Line. Includi…
Save up to 80% on Birmingham Cross-City over on the Steam Store ahead of the launch of the West Midlands Railway / CrossCountry Class 170 on 29th July! Master the Class 323 between Birmingham New Street, Lichfield, Bromsgrove and Redditch, with the Lickey Incline providing a challenge for all types of traction. Players looking to pick up the new Class 170 from Rivet Games will be able to take a…
Return to the Expert DB BR 101 and put your skills to the test in a dedicated Expert Gameplay Pack from TSG, releasing 31st July! Release Information and Requirements Note that this Gameplay Pack will be released on Gen 9 (Xbox Series S|X & PS5) and Steam platforms only. It will not release on the Epic Games Store. The following content is required to make use of this Gameplay Pack: · Train Sim…
Join Matt, Harry and guest Tyler (from Rivet Games) as they preview the new WMR Class 170 Add-on , live tonight from 7:00pm BST on the Train Sim World 5 YouTube channel. More Information on the WMR / XC Class 170 Originally part of Rivet Games’ Fife Circle Line as the ScotRail Class 170/4, the iconic turbo now stars in a new role, filling out and enhancing the Cross-City Line. Including both th…
We snuck this one out in our July Roadmap , where we gave a brief overview of the two liveries with a selection of screenshots. The DMU: Class 170 The Class 170 has been a recognisable part of UK regional and longer-distance services for the past 25 years and continues to be a staple for connecting towns and cities that do not feature wholly electrified railways. Across multiple variants and fl…
Train Sim World 5: 80% off! If you've yet to upgrade or dive into Train Sim World 5, there is a huge 80% off all three Core Editions of the game. · Train Sim World 5: Standard Edition · Train Sim World 5: Deluxe Edition · Train Sim World 5: Special Edition 90% off Loco Add-ons Summer rail tours and electrifying excursions often take place during the hottest months of the year and you too can em…
Blast to the past along the WCML with classic British AC traction in the iconic BR Class 86/2 from Just Trains. BR Class 86/2 This Add-on brings additional challenges to the stunning WCML: Preston - Carlisle route, as well as all-new variety in the form of British Rail’s Mk2F coaches. The Class 86 entered service in the mid-1960s after years of testing different designs to run on the newly elec…
TL;DR (too long; didn’t read) Summary Announcing Train Sim World 6 and more! ▹ Arriving later this year with new great value bundles! ▹ The Free Starter Pack will be returning for a limited time after launch ▹ Supporting Steam, Epic Games, PS4/5, Xbox One, Series S/X and Xbox for PC ▹ Continuing our focus on key optimsation improvements ▹ Tune in the Dovetail Direct: Summer 2025 event on August…
Hello everyone! We're excited to let you all in on some exciting news today, earlier than we normally would, to help alleviate any worries or questions regarding key details for what we have in store for Train Sim World 6 moving forward, including game platforms, the return of the Free Starter Pack, compatible content and more! From our team, we know many of you had theories for a new announce,…
Hi Everyone, This morning, we shared an update to support the recently released Manchester Airport Commuter route from the ATS team, prioritising the alignment of game builds across all platforms, and fixing initial community-reported issues from the launch. We've had a full confirmed list of changes, which also includes additional highlights we wanted to share, so please view the full patch no…
Just Trains' first locomotive Add-on is releasing soon! Climb aboard the Class 86 from 15th July and see the loco in action in two preview livestreams! We revealed a comprehensive article in May detailing everything you need to know about the gameplay coming from this Add-on, in addition to the series of Development Blog entries published by Just Trains themselves. This classic electric locomot…
Bring modern locomotives to the Northeast Corridor just in time for 4th July! The HSP46 comes to the Boston - Providence route in our latest Gameplay Pack. Free Content for MBTA Commuter players We're pleased to confirm that players that already own Train Sim World 5 and the MBTA Commuter route Add-on can get this pack completely free! The pack provides additional gameplay for the NEC: Boston -…
Two branches, overhead aircraft, loads of layers and a classic train to drive! ATS arrive in Train Sim World with Manchester Airport Commuter - out now! Manchester Airport Commuter: Manchester - Alderley Edge 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 . The Route Explore 27 miles of track ou…
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