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Hello folks,
Today we're releasing a smaller update, which introduces optimisations we hope will reduce the occurrence of blurry textures for a few UK Add-ons. This update also adds route hopping from Great Western Express to Thames Valley Branches and should fix issues with announcements in certain cases.
Core
Fixed an issue with onboard announcements when departing the first station of a service
Fixed an issue where announcements would play with trains arriving at the terminating station
Improvements made to XBOX system loading stability
Optimisation & Performance Various optimisation updates have made the following Add-ons to reduce overall memory usage and help support a smoother gameplay experience.
WCML: Preston-Crewe
WCML: Preston-Carlisle
BR Class 86/2 Mk2f
WCML Preston Crewe
Fixed an issue where the mastery posters for WCML Preston Crewe weren’t appearing on the route
Great Western Express
Added route hopping to Thames Valley Branches at Slough, Twyford and Maidenhead
East Coast Way
Fixed an issue where the announcements on the route were not working as intended.
Class 171
Fixed an issue where the announcements on the loco were not working as intended.
NEC New York - Stamford
Fixed an issue where the announcements on the route were not working as intended.
Morristown Line
Fixed an issue where the announcements on the route were not working as intended.
NJTRANSIT ALP-45DP
Train door open and close sounds can now be heard when interacting from outside the loco.
Fixed an issue where the announcements on the loco were not working as intended.
Cargo Line Vol.3 - Intermodal
Various localisation changes
BNSF GP60M & GP60B
Various localisation changes
TfW BR Class 142
Various localisation changes
Hello everyone,
We’d like to share an update regarding the release date for the Tadami Line.
Ahead of the original release this week, our teams reviewed initial feedback sent from early testers of the Add-on and identified areas of performance lower than we had expected.
Good performance is a key critical area that can impact your enjoyment with new content, and we’d like to ensure TSW’s first visit to Japan is reflected of the peaceful and smooth ride it’s designed to be. This is why we’ve made the decision to give the Tadami Line additional development time needed to achieve the best experience it can be for launch.
We know you’ve all been waiting very long for this adventure, and we’ll be back in the coming weeks to share more news once we have further confirmation of an updated release date. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
A new country, a new railway and a completely new kind of journey are coming to Train Sim World 6.
Travel to rural Japan for the first time in Train Sim World with Tadami Line: Aizu-Wakamatsu - Tadami, developed by Union Workshop.
Wind through the valleys and mountains of Fukushima Prefecture, discover picturesque Japanese towns and take control of the classic KiHa 40 across one of the most scenic railways in the country.
The Tadami Line marks the first-ever Japanese route in Train Sim World and the franchise’s first journey into Asia.
Stretching for 88 km between Aizu-Wakamatsu and Tadami, this rural single-track railway takes passengers away from the bustle of the city and into the heart of Oku Aizu.
Dense forests, mountain valleys and traditional architecture surround the railway as it follows the winding Tadami River. Along the way, cross iconic bridges, pass the region’s dam and call at 28 detailed stations nestled among towns and villages.
Every corner offers another view to take in, whether you are driving, riding as a passenger or exploring the route on foot.
Tadami Line marks Union Workshop’s first route for Train Sim World, following several successful years creating content for Train Simulator Classic.
The studio brings its experience and passion for Asian railways to a new generation of simulation, delivering an ambitious debut that introduces Japan to Train Sim World for the first time.
At the heart of the route is the classic KiHa 40 diesel railcar, a characterful train that became a familiar sight on rural railways across Japan.
Available in three distinctive liveries, including JNR Orange, Niigata White and Blue, and Tohoku White and Green, the KiHa 40 can operate individually or in multiple formations to meet the demands of the timetable.
Its narrow-gauge design introduces a completely new driving experience to Train Sim World. Learn authentic Japanese railway operations, respond to new signalling and master the ATS safety system as you take on local passenger services through the mountains.
An accessible tutorial and Route Introduction will help drivers become familiar with the train, its controls and this new style of railway operation.
Experience the changing face of the Tadami Line across a range of seasons and conditions.
Travel beneath spring cherry blossoms as they bring colour to towns and stations, journey through verdant summer forests or climb into a landscape of snow-covered mountains and frozen valleys.
Five scenarios explore different sections and seasons across the route, offering new views, conditions and challenges with every journey.
Whether you are looking for a relaxing drive or simply want to watch the countryside pass by, the Tadami Line provides a slower and more tranquil experience where the beauty of nature takes centre stage.
The Tadami Line dates back to 1928, when the first section opened between Aizu-Wakamatsu and Aizu-Yanaizu as part of the Aizu Railway.
Over the following decades, the railway gradually followed the Tadami River deeper into the mountains, reaching Aizu-Kawaguchi in 1956 and Tadami in 1963.
In Train Sim World 6, the route is set before the devastating rainfall of 2011, which damaged the railway and suspended services beyond Aizu-Kawaguchi for more than a decade. This setting allows players to experience the complete railway from Aizu-Wakamatsu to Tadami.
The authentic timetable recreates the day-to-day rhythm of the Tadami Line, with services divided into manageable sections to make the full journey easier to experience at your own pace.
Take on passenger duties, complete scenarios or step away from the cab and explore detailed stations, scenic towns and landmarks throughout the region.
Free Roam also allows you to create your own journeys, while Livery Designer, Formation Designer and Scenario Planner provide even more ways to experience the route and trains.
88 km of rural single-track railway from Aizu-Wakamatsu to Tadami
28 detailed stations across Fukushima Prefecture
Dense forests, river valleys, traditional towns, dams and iconic bridges
Seasonal scenery including spring cherry blossoms and winter snow
KiHa 40 diesel railcar in three liveries
Authentic Japanese signalling and ATS safety systems
Five scenarios covering different sections and seasons
Authentic timetable based on real-world operations
Accessible Tutorial and Route Introduction
Journey Mode, Route Tasks and Free Roam
Livery Designer, Formation Designer and Scenario Planner compatibility
Train Sim World 6: Tadami Line: Aizu-Wakamatsu - Tadami Route Add-On releases for £29.99 / €35.99 / $39.99.
Slow down, take in the scenery and embark on a new kind of journey through rural Japan.
Make sure you’re joining our teams on our Dovetail Live forums and Train Sim Community community-led Discord that we are active in – and let us know what you’re looking forward to most.
Discover more on Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, and Discord
Developed by Incredible Trains, this unique route brings together three separate branch lines, each offering its own distinct scenery, stations and style of operation. Take control of the Class 165 Turbo Networker and explore the Henley, Marlow and Windsor branches across the picturesque Thames Valley!
Each line branches away from the Great Western Main Line and offers something different for drivers to master.
The Windsor Branch provides frequent back-and-forth services between Slough and Windsor & Eton Central, taking passengers within walking distance of Windsor Castle.
On the Marlow Branch, depart Maidenhead and perform the unusual turnback procedure at Bourne End before continuing towards Marlow. Drivers can also interact with the railway token system, a first for Train Sim World.
The Henley Branch connects with the Great Western Main Line at Twyford, passing through Wargrave and Shiplake before reaching Henley-on-Thames. Enjoy a relaxing countryside journey along a line known for transporting visitors to the famous Henley Royal Regatta.
All three branches cross the River Thames at various points, with detailed riverside scenery, animated river traffic, reactive wildlife and seasonal environmental changes bringing the region to life.
Use Fast Travel to move between each branch, or Route Hop via the Great Western Main Line if you own Great Western Express.
Included with Thames Valley Branches is the 2-car Class 165 Turbo Networker, featuring its own distinctive interior and external details.
Compared with the Class 166 from Great Western Express, the Class 165 benefits from newer Train Sim World features, including enhanced physics, improved night lighting, additional cab functionality and support for Livery Designer.
Whether you are operating frequent shuttle services, mastering the Marlow turnback or enjoying a more relaxed run through the countryside, the Class 165 is ready for duty.
Want to learn more about Thames Valley Branches and the work that went into bringing it to Train Sim World?
Join Jan, Matt and Johannes from Incredible Trains as they explore the route, showcase the Class 165 and discuss some of the development work behind this unique collection of branch lines.
Train Sim World 6: Thames Valley Branches is available now for £14.99 | €17.99 | $17.99.
Take control of the Class 165 and discover three distinct journeys through the Thames Valley today.
Get ready for something new and unique with Thames Valley Line Branches made by Incredible Trains – Releasing July 21st!
Originally announced in our May Roadmap, Incredible Trains have been busy on this unique new route featuring three independent and unconnected branch lines.
Wishlist Thames Valley Branches Now!
Thames Valley Branches is unique, with its three separate branch lines, namely the Henley Branch, Marlow Branch and Windsor Branch, all diverging from the Great Western Mainline. While all branches run through the scenic Thames Valley, they each offer their own distinct character and operating style.
The Windsor Branch departs from Slough and shuttles passengers to Windsor & Eton Central, just a short walk from the iconic Windsor Castle. With frequent turnarounds, this branch offers a fast-paced, back-and-forth commuter experience.
The Marlow Branch, branching from Maidenhead, introduces one of the most operationally unique experiences in Train Sim World. Drivers will perform a turnback manoeuvre at Bourne End before continuing to Marlow, while also interacting with the line's railway token system, a first for Train Sim World.
Finally, the Henley Branch leaves the Great Western Main Line at Twyford, providing a scenic run through Wargrave and Shiplake before arriving at Henley-on-Thames, famous for hosting the annual Royal Regatta. While operationally the simplest of the three routes, it completes the Thames Valley network and offers a relaxing drive through beautiful countryside.
All three branches cross the River Thames at various points, showcasing the picturesque landscapes the region is known for. Their shorter length has also allowed Incredible Trains to focus on an exceptional level of environmental detail, bringing stations, riverside scenery and surrounding countryside to life.
Using Fast Travel, players will be able to seamlessly move between each branch. Owners of Great Western Express can route hop, allowing travel between branch lines via the Great Western Main Line network.
Also included is the Class 165 Turbo Networker (2-car), which features a unique interior and subtle external differences compared to the Class 166 from Great Western Express. It also benefits from a range of newer TSW features that were not available on the Class 166, including Livery Designer support, enhanced physics simulation, additional cab functionality, and improved night lighting.
As first outlined in the July Roadmap, work has continued on performance optimisation, new environmental features, and further improvements to the route and rolling stock.
A major focus has been on extensive performance profiling and optimisation, including the development of a powerful new profiling dashboard that benefits both Thames Valley Branches and future projects. Alongside this, the route has received a range of immersive enhancements, including seasonal crop changes, reactive wildlife, authentic British roadside details, and animated river traffic.
The Class 165 has also undergone significant refinements with more realistic systems and cab improvements, while ongoing scenery work and enhanced autumn foliage continue to raise the overall visual quality of the route.
Keep up to date with everything incredible Trains via their Facebook and Instagram accounts!
Train Sim World 6: Thames Valley Branches is releasing July 21st 202, for £14.99 | €17.99 | $17.99.
Find out more about Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
Cargo Line is heading to mainland Europe for the very first time!
Cargo Line Vol. 6: Gas is heading to Train Sim World 6, bringing hazardous freight operations to Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim - Kaiserslautern. Developed by Skyhook Games, this latest entry in the Cargo Line series introduces authentic Zags 110m³ gas tankers, expanding the variety of freight traffic across one of Germany's busiest regional railways.
Whether you're hauling fully loaded tankers to keep industry moving or returning empty wagons for their next assignment, it's time to put your freight skills to the test.
As with previous Cargo Line releases, the new Zags tanker wagons aren't limited to one locomotive.
With Free Roam and Formation Designer, pick your poison of any locomotive in your collection, and challenge yourself by hauling heavy trains across European rails.
For the full experience, we recommend owning Train Sim World 6: Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim - Kaiserslautern, available separately.
Zags 110m³ gas tanker wagon in VTG white and orange stripe livery
Clean and weathered wagon variants
Six new scenarios for Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim - Kaiserslautern
Eighteen additional timetable services using the DB BR 185, with compatible locomotive substitutions
Free Roam, Formation Designer, Scenario Planner and Livery Designer compatible
Take charge of the DB BR 185 as you haul heavy gas tankers across the varied landscapes of Rhineland-Palatinate.
Featuring six brand-new scenarios throughout Mannheim - Kaiserslautern. From short shunting movements to longer main line hauls in changing weather conditions, every journey presents a new challenge.
The new Zags tanker wagon is available in both clean and weathered variants, complete with authentic VTG branding and realistic handling.
Cargo Line Vol. 6 doesn't stop with six brand-new scenarios. The pack also expands the day-to-day freight experience with 18 additional timetable services, giving you even more opportunities to haul hazardous gas traffic across the route.
The fun continues beyond the timetable too. Take the new Zags Gas Tankers into Free Roam, Formation Designer, Scenario Planner and Livery Designer to create your own freight operations. Choose from loaded or empty formations in a variety of train lengths, or build your own custom consists and put your favourite locomotives to work hauling gas traffic across Train Sim World's ever-growing network.
For players with additional German content, extra AI traffic and locomotive layers help bring the route to life with even busier and more authentic operations.
The freight doesn't stop here.
Cargo Line continues to grow, and we're excited to confirm that two more Cargo Line packs are already in development.
While we aren't quite ready to reveal what's next, Cargo Line 6 is just the latest stop on the journey. Keep an eye on our social channels and Roadmap articles for more news in the coming months.
Train Sim World® 6: Cargo Line Vol. 6: Gas is out now for £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99.
Be sure to join our Dovetail Games Official Discord channel to hear more from our teams and catch exclusive events and join our new community!
Find out more about Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
Dovetail Direct: Summer 2026 – Tune in on August 25th! ▹ Get ready for exciting news and more details about TSW's development in our next upcoming Dovetail Direct later next month. Set a notification on our Dovetail Direct: Summer 2026 Youtube Event now!
Content Up Ahead ▹ Cargo Line Vol. 6 - Gas – Arriving Next Week! ▹ Thames Valley Branches from Incredible Trains ▹ Freightliner Class 70 & Wascosa MLA Wagon from All Aboard Studios ▹ Tadami Line: Aizu - Wakamatsu from Union Workshop – Arriving before Dovetail Direct! ▹ Mildmay line Richmond Extension from Incredible Trains
Patches and Updates ▹ Upcoming July 9th Patch ▹ Previous Train Sim World 6 Updates
Community Corner ▹ July 2026 Mastery Challenges - Live Now! ▹ July 2026 Railshots Competition - Now Open!
Hello and welcome to the TSW6 July 2026 Roadmap! If you're new to our community, these roadmaps are a monthly check-in with updates on upcoming content, details on further improvements to the game and conversations with our development partners.
This month we're excited to announce our next upcoming Dovetail Direct event, which is our chance to reveal and announce a wealth of new developments from our teams!
We also focus on upcoming add-on developments from our third-party teams, with the upcoming release of Cargo Line Vol. 6 - Gas from Skyhook Games coming next week, new insights and information from All Aboard Studios on the Class 70, as well as Incredible Trains with Thames Valley Branches and the Mildmay Line Extension. We also share a recap of the Tadami Line, with the announcement that you can expect the release later this summer!
Be sure to join us for our July Roadmap livestream this week (July 10th 2026 starting at 7pm BST), hosted by Executive Producer Matt along with Senior Community Manager Alex, where they'll be discussing all of the details below, alongside answering top community questions. Let's jump in!
Exciting news - we're getting ready to share with you all the latest developments from our team, and our range of third-party developers, in our next Dovetail Direct on August 25th 2026!
Be sure to check out our event below, and set your notifications for when it starts!
In the meantime, why not share your theories about what's coming in our community spaces, and across our social media!
Cargo Line is heading to mainland Europe for the very first time!
Cargo Line Vol. 6: Gas is heading to Train Sim World 6, bringing hazardous freight operations to Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim - Kaiserslautern. Developed by Skyhook Games, this latest entry in the Cargo Line series introduces authentic Zags 110m³ gas tankers, expanding the variety of freight traffic across one of Germany's busiest regional railways.
Whether you're hauling fully loaded tankers to keep industry moving or returning empty wagons for their next assignment, it's time to put your freight skills to the test.
Expand Your Freight Fleet
As with previous Cargo Line releases, the new Zags tanker wagons aren't limited to one locomotive.
With Free Roam and Formation Designer, pick your poison of any locomotive in your collection, and challenge yourself by hauling heavy trains across European rails.
For the full experience, we recommend owning Train Sim World 6: Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim - Kaiserslautern, available separately.
Key Features
Zags 110m³ gas tanker wagon in VTG white and orange stripe livery
Clean and weathered wagon variants
Six new scenarios for Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim - Kaiserslautern
Eighteen additional timetable services using the DB BR 185, with compatible locomotive substitutions
Free Roam, Formation Designer, Scenario Planner and Livery Designer compatible
New scenarios, timetables and more!
Take charge of the DB BR 185 as you haul heavy gas tankers across the varied landscapes of Rhineland-Palatinate.
Featuring six brand-new scenarios throughout Mannheim - Kaiserslautern. From short shunting movements to longer main line hauls in changing weather conditions, every journey presents a new challenge.
The new Zags tanker wagon is available in both clean and weathered variants, complete with authentic VTG branding and realistic handling.
Train Sim World® 6: Cargo Line Vol. 6: Gas is coming July 14th for Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 for £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99.
The Future of Cargo Line
The freight doesn't stop here.
Cargo Line continues to grow, and we're excited to confirm that two more Cargo Line packs are already in development.
While we aren't quite ready to reveal what's next, Cargo Line 6 is just the latest stop on the journey. Keep an eye on our social channels and Roadmap articles for more news in the coming months.
IT: "A significant amount of time over the past weeks has gone into performance profiling across the entire route. My aim has been to make sure there are no performance concerns and that the route remains as smooth as possible, even in the busiest areas."
"As part of this work I have developed an extensive performance profiling dashboard which gives me much deeper insight into how the route performs under different conditions. While this has taken a considerable amount of development time, it is an investment that will benefit not only Thames Valley Branches but also future projects, allowing me to identify and resolve performance issues much earlier during development."
"Alongside the optimisation work I have continued polishing the route and introducing a number of new features that help bring the world to life."
"Fields will now change their crops depending on the season, creating a landscape that evolves throughout the year. Wildlife has also received some attention, with birds now reacting to approaching trains by scattering as you get closer. Across the route you will also notice authentic British telegraph poles, helping to reinforce the distinctive character of the Thames Valley."
"Road traffic has also become more authentic with the addition of British ambulance and police vehicles, while rivers are no longer static thanks to animated boat traffic moving through the scenery."
"The Class 165 has seen extensive improvements. The cab has been refined with working train faults, functional fuses, improved night lighting, more accurate simulation systems and a revised interior layout based on reference material. These changes make the driving experience feel both more authentic and more immersive. Finally, scenery work has continued across the route with a great deal of additional detail added throughout. Autumn has also received special attention, with a much richer variety of foliage colours to create a more vibrant and realistic seasonal experience."
AABS: "Last month's Roadmap focused on the gameplay opportunities the Freightliner Class 70 will bring, from the new Midland Main Line timetable to additional freight services across the West Coast Main Line. This month, we're taking a look inside the locomotive itself."
"The Class 70 has become one of the most technically ambitious locomotives we've developed. Built by GE Transportation in the United States but designed specifically for the UK network, recreating its blend of American engineering and British railway systems has been a unique challenge for the team."
"Our goal has been simple, if you can interact with it in the real locomotive, you can interact with it in Train Sim World."
"From the moment you enter the cab, virtually every switch, button, rotary selector and lever has been brought to life. Lighting controls, cab fans, fuse panels, circuit breakers, operational display screens, external fuel connections and countless other systems all function exactly as they should, creating a locomotive that rewards players who enjoy learning every aspect of modern traction."
"Even starting the locomotive is an experience in itself. Rather than pressing a single button, you'll carry out the correct start-up sequence, bringing each system online before you're ready to move."
"It's this level of functionality that has made the Class 70 one of our biggest technical projects to date. The team are now closing in on completion, with the focus shifting towards refinement and polishing every last detail."
"Combined with the new Midland Main Line timetable and additional freight layers across the West Coast Main Line, the Class 70 won't just add a new locomotive to your collection, it brings a whole new way to experience modern freight operations."
Take a listen and peek at the Freightliner Class 70 in action:
We know you've been waiting for this, but we can confirm - Tadami Line is finally on the horizon, arriving into Train Sim World ahead of our Dovetail Direct on August 25th
We'll be using this last Roadmap update as a chance to share a snapshot of our updates over the last few months, and get you ready for the journey.
And if you're looking for more, at the end of last year we also shared a work-in-progress gameplay showcase of the route in action!
Get ready for your ticket into Japan in Train Sim World, with more news on the Tadami Line, including new screenshots and the launch trailer headed your way in the coming weeks!
IT: "Development of the Richmond extension continues to make excellent progress. One feature that I can now confirm is aimed at owners of the Euston to Milton Keynes route. The included Class 350 will receive a licensed South West Trains livery, allowing it to represent the Class 450 on AI services around Richmond. This will add another welcome layer of authenticity to the route."
"The Richmond extension has also benefited from the extensive optimisation work carried out recently. Using the new performance profiling dashboard I have been able to free up enough performance headroom to introduce a feature that many of you have requested for quite some time."
"In cab CCTV screens are now being implemented. This is an expensive feature from a performance perspective and on my own system enabling the screens reduces performance by around 5 to 10 FPS while they are active. For that reason the feature can be enabled or disabled through the Expert Mode settings, allowing players to choose the experience that best suits their hardware."
"Finally, the animated river traffic developed for Thames Valley Branches will also make its way to the Richmond extension, helping to bring the River Thames to life and adding even more movement to the surrounding environment."
As a nod to other projects in-development, we haven't got any updates to share this month for the below add-ons, but they are still progressing with their respective teams, and we'll aim to share more information when we have further updates!
Add-Ons In Development
Cargo Line Vol. 6 - Gas
Thames Valley Branches
Freightliner Class 70 & Wascosa MLA Wagon
Schnellfahrstrecke Nürnberg - Ingolstadt
Tadami Line: Aizu - Wakamatsu
Coming At A Later Date
BNSF Snoot Nose SD40-2
Lisbon - Setúbal
Rhein-Niers-Bahn
DB BR 420
TSW6 Core Update - June 17th – A major update primarily focussing on a range of UK add-ons, including the Class 90 improvements from the Alan Thomson Simulation team, as well as a huge patch for the Expert DB BR 145, and additional improvements for Stuttgart Heilbronn.
TSW6 Core Update - June 25th – A major update focussing on a range of add-ons from the USA, including Morristown Line, San Bernardino Line, as well New York – Trenton, NJ Transit ALP-45DP, Cajon Pass, LIRR Extended, Peninsula Corridor, Sherman Hill and minor changes for select UK content.
Our next update is almost ready and will be released tomorrow, July 9th, at 10 am BST. It’s a big one! Unfortunately, the fixes for Niddertalbahn, Mittenwaldbahn, and the BR 194 & E94 railtour pack originally announced in our June Roadmap will be moved to a future patch. We apologise for any inconvenience. On a positive note, we were able to include many fixes for a variety of third-party content. The changes for Edinburgh – Glasgow and Fife Circle also include additional timetable services for both routes! Lastly, we have implemented some quality-of-life updates, addressed crashes that occurred under certain conditions, and made a minor fix to the MP36PH-3C Express Loco Add-On.
DB BR 147: Fixed the distance counter not counting correctly in rear cab
Maintalbahn: Fixed AI BR 642 trains getting stuck with open doors
New Timetable services for Edinburgh Glasgow and Fife Circle
ScotRail Class 170: Added Guard Mode
Core
Fixed issue with insufficient disk space when attempting to upload new photo in Photo Mode
Fixed rare chance of crashes when attempting to save profile information
Locally saved pictures taken in Photo Mode can now be deleted
Xbox: Potential candidate fix for crash issues when launching the game on Xbox platforms
DB BR 294 Diesel Shunter
Fixed localisation errors
Removed service EZK 53383 from journey mode due to immediate SPAD after loading in
Bahnstrecke Bremen Oldenburg
Fixed player spawning without a train during the Freighting Room chapter in Journey Mode
DB BR 147
Fixed the key bind for Distance Counter being incorrectly assigned. Players can now assign this themselves (starts unbound).
Fixed the distance counter not counting correctly in the rear cab when in reverse
Bahnstrecke Leipzig Dresden
Fixed DB BR 442 service 16539 stop marker being unreachable
Magnets near Niederau now trigger 2000 Hz penalty brake for speeds above 135 kph
Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim – Kaiserslautern
Fixed lighting in the tunnel near Frankenstein appearing too bright
Fixed issue where level crossing signals would not show flashing or static lights
Gen 9/PC only: Fixed localisation errors
Frankfurt Fulda: Kinzigtalbahn
Changed magnet near Neuhof to check for all cases of 1000 Hz
Maintalbahn: Aschaffenburg – Miltenberg
Fixed AI BR 642 trains getting stuck with open doors
Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen
Added Rail Driver mapping file (EHC) to make Bpmmbdzf able to be used with Rail Driver.
Changed target/current effort and target speed parameters on the MFD to avoid magnetic overshoot behaviour simulation that the MFA analogue gauges use.
Corrected names of formations to be of the form "DB BR 101 Expert" rather than the old "Baureihe 101" to match the 145.
Fixed an issue where adhesion behaviour would fall below expected range
Fixed mismatch between MFA and ETCS variant of the BR 101 in terms of current speed. The MFD (ETCS) loco now displays the same speed reading as the analogue indicator and the HUD speedometer.
Tweaked Rail Driver mapping curves/button indices to work better for the 101 Expert.
Updated Rail Driver to make IC, ETCS and Einziganders variants able to be used with Rail Driver.
Updated the BR101 Expert brakes to act like the BR 145 Expert
Updated the UIC568V2 compatibility logic to fix some edge cases where it would not detect if the formation was "standard" leading to not being able to open doors or work with other locos.
DB BR 218
BR 218 wagons should now work correctly in Formation Designer.
BR 218 should now work correctly in Formation Designer.
BR 218 will now work with the Wittenberger cab car 483.0
Fixed wrong indicator slot index for PZB Befehl 40 lamp.
Peninsula Corridor: MP36PH-3C Express Loco
Fixed stopping location for final stop during Early Riser scenario
BR Class 90 Electric Freight Loco
Resolved an issue with the pantograph not dropping in trailing locomotive whilst driving in cab B
Resolved an issue with the AWS ISO lights not functioning correctly when the cab is changed
Scotrail Express: Edinburgh – Glasgow
Added approach control across route
Added GSMR mobile masts
Added illumination to Edinburgh Airport
Added missing AWS magnets across the route
Added new red ballast material to Cadder Depot area
Added spawn point at Cadder Railway Depot
Cadder depot scenery improvements
Fixed black boxes appearing instead of smoke on fireworks
Fixed various collision and clipping issues
Haymarket camera collision updated to prevent carma getting stuck between pillars
NPCs now correctly spawn at Glasgow Queen Street station
Rebake Waverley Station tunnels
Station audio added across the route
Updated radio tower masts with double sided lattice mesh and modern GSMR components
Virtual destinations added for CrossCountry Voyager
Waverley station updated with Fife Circle version
Class 385
Door alarm sounds now play from the speakers
New brake release sounds
Reduced attenuation of external idle sounds
Reduced distance at which brake squeal can be heard
Reduced volume of door alarms
Reduced volume of idle ambience
Removed doppler effect from idle sounds
Removed unrealistic roomtone sound and double signal sounds from pantograph
Thunder, rain and wind now each have separate mixes rather than sharing the same one
Updated sound mixes across the train
Updated sound occlusion settings
Edinburgh – Glasgow: Timetable changes
Added AI Class 158, 170, 220, 380, 390, and 801 services at Edinburgh Waverley, matching Fife Circle for route-hopping
Added playable Class 158 and 170 services (including mixed 158/170 formations) between Glasgow Queen Street and Greenhill Junction (near Falkirk), and AI at Glasgow Queen Street
Added playable LNER Class 801 services between Polmont and Edinburgh Waverley
Added virtual destinations to Class 385 services toward Alloa and Dunblane
Adjusted static stock at Haymarket Depot
Changed all services to unload all passengers at the end of their service, instead of loading new passengers (and potentially going to a depot)
Changed some Class 385 services to use passing loops for overtakes and rusty rail moves
Corrected Engineering Express ballast service headcodes, made them loaded in one direction, empty in the other, and adjusted their endpoints and timings
Fixed various signal issues across the route
Updated scoring to add platinum medals
Edinburgh - Glasgow: Engineering Express Pack
Class 66 - correct positions of Datacord buttons in rear cab
Class 66 - Datacord input 4 now correctly inputs a 4 rather than a 0
Fife Circle Line & Levenmouth Rail Link
Added approach control across route
Added Car stop markers to Leven station
Added GSMR masts
Added lights to Edinburgh airport
Added virtual destinations for CrossCountry Voyager
Changed automatic junctions at Inverkeithing and Thornton to manual
Fixed crash related to light splines
Fixed some incorrect signal aspects 2->3 aspect
Fixed various collision and clipping issues
NPC spawn volumes updated at Kinghorn Station
Removed invisible buffers at Haymarket depot
Updated junction Box warning text from German to English
Updated Radio masts model
Various scenery updates
Scotrail Class 170
Guard mode added
Headlight viewing distance increased
Horn linked to simugraph, air pressure will drop when used
New wheelblur implemented
Optimisation
Update audio to be in line with the Cross City Class 170
Update running sound implementation - separate sound cues for internal and external running
Internal bodywork creak + rattle sounds
Passenger door alarms updated
Announcements updated so you can no longer hear announcements of other trains while inside a train
Increase wiper volume
Adjust EQ on flange squeals
Signaller handset audio implemented
Buzzer sounds updated
Fife Circle: Timetable Changes
Added playable Class 220 services between Edinburgh Waverley and Markinch, and AI at Edinburgh Waverley
Added playable Railhead Treatment Train services covering the entire route
Added AI Class 380, 385, 390, and 801 services at Edinburgh Waverley
Fixed incorrect reversing manoeuvres at Glenrothes with Thornton to avoid reversing within a junction and driving backwards for long distances
Adjusted static stock at Haymarket Depot
Fixed various signal issues across the route
Two notes about intentional omissions from this timetable:
LNER services north of Edinburgh require a Class 800 with a full diesel mode, which is not in TSW; the Class 801 cannot work these services as it only has an emergency diesel engine.
The Class 158 is not used because adding it would remove gameplay from players who only own Fife Circle. Substitution with the Class 170 is not an option because the 158 has two carriages, and the 170 has three.
Liberec - Stará Paka
Added a loudspeaker in Liberec
Added a missing coniferous tree at km 90.5
Added a missing shunting limit marker in Liberec
Added an end-of-track marker in Turnov
Adjusted timings of some level crossings
Changed multiple instructions with Mn services to shorten some delays
Corrected track superelevation at km 134.6
Fixed baseplates in Stará Paka near the fuel station
Fixed gradient sign at km 77.5
Fixed incorrect rotations of some rail joints
Fixed light signalling in Košťálov at km 95.3
Fixed multiple minor graphic issues
Fixed paper orders not showing after loading saved game
Fixed passenger collisions in Dolánky
Fixed passenger collisions in Sychrov
Fixed PIS in Liberec
Fixed player not being able to climb up platform 2 in Turnov
Fixed signal Lc3 in Jeřmanice
Fixed signal Lo in Pilínkov
Fixed signal Sc1 in Liberec
Fixed signal Sc2 in Liberec
Fixed speed board at km 87.3
Fixed the platform 2 ambient sound in Turnov
Fixed the switch mechanism at turnout 43 (Turnov)
Fixed the warning cross at level crossing P3075
Fixed vegetation clipping into the cab at km 135.8
Fixed vegetation clipping into the cab in strong wind at km 113.8
Fixed wall collisions
Fixed warning signal P3101
Fixed wind on spruce and pine trees billboards
Fixed wrong train number in Swimsuit weather scenario
Moved the switch motor at turnout 11 by one sleeper (Stará Paka)
Reduced foliage density in some performance heavy sections
Removed nettles from bridge in Liberec (towards the heating plant)
Replaced the shunting limit marker in Turnov
Class 750
Added rail driver mapping
Fixed brake cocks not loading properly
Fixed charging indication failure
Fixed HUD accelerometer
Fixed J1 and J2 breakers not causing engine to stop when tripped
Reduced number of particles for exhaust emitter
Class 843
Added RailDriver mapping
Changed audio attenuation of PIS announcements
Fixed brake cocks not loading properly
Fixed CDD power numbers - missing “+” for 50/100%
Fixed LS90 load/save behaviour
Fixed missing stations in PIS for R1260 service
Fixed PIS not announcing Hradec Králové and Rychnov u Jablonce nad Nisou stations
Removed duplicate HUD gradient indications
Throttle and brake lever will cause doors to close (not lock) in the S notch
Freight Wagons
Added missing audio while releasing the distributor reservoir
Fixed brake cocks not loading properly
Fixed bug causing brakes to be unusable after releasing the distributor reservoir
Scotrail Class 158 Suspension & Physics
Implemented and refined new suspension physics for the ScotRail Class 158.
Fully compatible when coupled to:
Class 150/153 DMUs (West Cornwall Local, Cardiff City Network, & Riviera Line)
Class 170 DMUs (Fife Circle)
Other Class 158s
Gangway crossing between vehicles now behaves correctly while the train is moving.
Fife Sprinter timetable
Added journey data to AI services so PIS boards and 2D map platform info populate correctly.
AI Only LNER Azuma services reinstated.
Class 385 drag moves reinstated (Ensure to select a DRS or ONE 66 to see them).
Fixed 2G90 service:
Corrected start location (Cowdenbeath, not Glenrothes).
Corrected title/description.
Fixed 5-car trains stopping short at Cameron Bridge.
Seacow ballast trains reinstated (Ensure to select a DRS or ONE 66 to see them).
Updated eXpress Freight formations to reference correct EFP provided locomotives.
Updated HST layer to use the Great Western Express HST.
158 Fife Journey Mode
Expanded Fife Journey Chapter to include timetable services, similar to Edinburgh–Glasgow.
WCML Crewe - Preston
Addition of an optional reduced timetable
Performance optimisations across the route for users who are CPU-bound
Reduced memory usage for included rolling stock and other textures throughout the route
Resolution of a known crash at Warrington by temporarily removing the destination boards
Resolved an issue with passengers becoming stuck at the bottom of the stairs at Crewe station
Cargo Line Vol. 1 – Petroleum Class 66 Locomotive
Fixed references to external files; now uses internal files only.
Corrected buffer behaviour to ensure proper compression/extension on curves.
TEA Tanker Wagons
Suspension physics improved for more realistic movement and reduced stiffness.
Removed an unused Simugraph file.
Fixed references to external files; now uses internal files only.
Corrected buffer behaviour so they compress/extend correctly on curves.
Gameplay & Localisation
Update localisation.
Removed incorrect “Next Chapter” Journey Mode links to avoid cross‑route issues.
Cargo Line Vol. 2 – Aggregates Class 66 Locomotive
Fixed references to external files; now uses internal files only.
Corrected buffer behaviour so they now compress/extend correctly when navigating curves.
HOA Hopper Wagons
Suspension physics improved to reduce stiffness and provide more visible movement.
Refinements to localisation for Aggregates content.
Cargo Line Vol. 4 – Military Class 66 Locomotive
Fixed headlights disappearing at distance; emissive textures now remain visible at appropriate ranges.
Reduced overly bright projected light for a softer, more realistic appearance.
Reset all LODs to support the lighting fix.
Added missing EOTD (End-of-Train Device) socket locations so the flashing lamp now appears correctly.
KWA Warwell Wagon
Suspension physics improved to reduce stiffness and provide more visible movement.
Our Executive Producer Matt has requested your thoughts on routes that are experiencing blurred textures, and where you'd like our team to prioritise fixes that need to be undertaken. If you have experienced any issues recently, we'd welcome your time to fill in our poll on the Dovetail Forums. Thank you!
Our Executive Producer Matt has requested your thoughts on routes that are experiencing blurred textures, and where you'd like our team to prioritise fixes that need to be undertaken. If you have experienced any issues recently, we'd welcome your time to fill in our poll on the Dovetail Forums. Thank you!
The July 2026 Mastery Challenges are now live! For those who are looking to get a little extra out of their drives, check out the latest mastery and pick up new in-game rewards!
Tier 1 for the July 2026 Decal
Complete a scenario with a temperature above 5 Degrees.
Complete 4 Timetables.
Tier 2 for the USA Summer Poster
Drive 250 miles / 400 km
Drive 5 scenarios or timetables after reaching 100 mph / 160 kmph
Play for 2 hours and then complete a scenario or timetable
Our next Railshots competition is well under way! Our previous two winners, pictured below, truly embraced last month’s theme of ‘Pride on the Railways’, and this month should be another tough one to judge, especially with all the incredible entries we’ve had so far.
Our winners are…
So it’s now time to grab your SPF, a cool beverage and some shades because this month’s Railshots theme is: Summer!
Join the competition on our Discord or forums, and be sure to check the rules before entering any snaps. Please only send one entry per theme, and make sure your screenshots haven't been edited to keep it fair to other competitors.
Be sure to join us for our July Roadmap livestream later this week (July 10th 2026 starting at 7pm BST) on our YouTube and Twitch channels, hosted by Executive Producer Matt along with Senior Community Manager Alex, where they'll be discussing all of the details below, alongside answering top community questions.
Our Dovetail Discord server has now passed over 11,000 members! This is an incredible milestone to reach so soon, and of the time writing this roadmap, we're actually on the approach to 11k and beyond.
Thank you to everyone who supports this space, whether you were there as a Day One Member or new to the Discord, a Competiton Winner or someone who likes admiring the screenshots, or even our fantastic Community Moderator's who help keep the peace. We're grateful to have you with us in this journey!
This has been a brand new endeavour for Dovetail in the last year, and something our Community team have poured countless hours of love into building. It doesn't stop here either, as we're looking at how we can keep elevating this space, and continually growing and making this a community you're proud to be involved in. We've got new Q&As planned that we'll aim to shot throughout the coming months - so stay tuned!
Make sure you’re joining our teams on our Dovetail Live forums and Train Sim Community community-led Discord that we are active in – and let us know what you’re looking forward to most.
Discover more on Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, and Discord
Hello folks, Our next update is almost ready and will be released tomorrow, July 9th, at 10 am BST. It’s a big one! Unfortunately, the fixes for Niddertalbahn, Mittenwaldbahn, and the BR 194 & E94 railtour pack originally announced in our June Roadmap will be moved to a future patch. We apologise for any inconvenience. On a positive note, we were able to include many fixes for a variety of third-party content. The changes for Edinburgh – Glasgow and Fife Circle also include additional timetable services for both routes! Lastly, we have implemented some quality-of-life updates, addressed crashes that occurred under certain conditions, and made a minor fix to the MP36PH-3C Express Loco Add-On.
DB BR 147: Fixed the distance counter not counting correctly in rear cab
Maintalbahn: Fixed AI BR 642 trains getting stuck with open doors
New Timetable services for Edinburgh Glasgow and Fife Circle
ScotRail Class 170: Added Guard Mode
Core
Fixed issue with insufficient disk space when attempting to upload new photo in Photo Mode
Fixed rare chance of crashes when attempting to save profile information
Locally saved pictures taken in Photo Mode can now be deleted
Xbox: Potential candidate fix for crash issues when launching the game on Xbox platforms
DB BR 294 Diesel Shunter
Fixed localisation errors
Removed service EZK 53383 from journey mode due to immediate SPAD after loading in
Bahnstrecke Bremen Oldenburg
Fixed player spawning without a train during the Freighting Room chapter in Journey Mode
DB BR 147
Fixed the key bind for Distance Counter being incorrectly assigned. Players can now assign this themselves (starts unbound).
Fixed the distance counter not counting correctly in the rear cab when in reverse
Bahnstrecke Leipzig Dresden
Fixed DB BR 442 service 16539 stop marker being unreachable
Magnets near Niederau now trigger 2000 Hz penalty brake for speeds above 135 kph
Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim – Kaiserslautern
Fixed lighting in the tunnel near Frankenstein appearing too bright
Fixed issue where level crossing signals would not show flashing or static lights
Gen 9/PC only: Fixed localisation errors
Frankfurt Fulda: Kinzigtalbahn
Changed magnet near Neuhof to check for all cases of 1000 Hz
Maintalbahn: Aschaffenburg – Miltenberg
Fixed AI BR 642 trains getting stuck with open doors
Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen
Added Rail Driver mapping file (EHC) to make Bpmmbdzf able to be used with Rail Driver.
Changed target/current effort and target speed parameters on the MFD to avoid magnetic overshoot behaviour simulation that the MFA analogue gauges use.
Corrected names of formations to be of the form "DB BR 101 Expert" rather than the old "Baureihe 101" to match the 145.
Fixed an issue where adhesion behaviour would fall below expected range
Fixed mismatch between MFA and ETCS variant of the BR 101 in terms of current speed. The MFD (ETCS) loco now displays the same speed reading as the analogue indicator and the HUD speedometer.
Tweaked Rail Driver mapping curves/button indices to work better for the 101 Expert.
Updated Rail Driver to make IC, ETCS and Einziganders variants able to be used with Rail Driver.
Updated the BR101 Expert brakes to act like the BR 145 Expert
Updated the UIC568V2 compatibility logic to fix some edge cases where it would not detect if the formation was "standard" leading to not being able to open doors or work with other locos.
DB BR 218
BR 218 wagons should now work correctly in Formation Designer.
BR 218 should now work correctly in Formation Designer.
BR 218 will now work with the Wittenberger cab car 483.0
Fixed wrong indicator slot index for PZB Befehl 40 lamp.
Peninsula Corridor: MP36PH-3C Express Loco
Fixed stopping location for final stop during Early Riser scenario
BR Class 90 Electric Freight Loco
Resolved an issue with the pantograph not dropping in trailing locomotive whilst driving in cab B
Resolved an issue with the AWS ISO lights not functioning correctly when the cab is changed
Scotrail Express: Edinburgh – Glasgow
Added approach control across route
Added GSMR mobile masts
Added illumination to Edinburgh Airport
Added missing AWS magnets across the route
Added new red ballast material to Cadder Depot area
Added spawn point at Cadder Railway Depot
Cadder depot scenery improvements
Fixed black boxes appearing instead of smoke on fireworks
Fixed various collision and clipping issues
Haymarket camera collision updated to prevent carma getting stuck between pillars
NPCs now correctly spawn at Glasgow Queen Street station
Rebake Waverley Station tunnels
Station audio added across the route
Updated radio tower masts with double sided lattice mesh and modern GSMR components
Virtual destinations added for CrossCountry Voyager
Waverley station updated with Fife Circle version
Class 385
Door alarm sounds now play from the speakers
New brake release sounds
Reduced attenuation of external idle sounds
Reduced distance at which brake squeal can be heard
Reduced volume of door alarms
Reduced volume of idle ambience
Removed doppler effect from idle sounds
Removed unrealistic roomtone sound and double signal sounds from pantograph
Thunder, rain and wind now each have separate mixes rather than sharing the same one
Updated sound mixes across the train
Updated sound occlusion settings
Edinburgh – Glasgow: Timetable changes
Added AI Class 158, 170, 220, 380, 390, and 801 services at Edinburgh Waverley, matching Fife Circle for route-hopping
Added playable Class 158 and 170 services (including mixed 158/170 formations) between Glasgow Queen Street and Greenhill Junction (near Falkirk), and AI at Glasgow Queen Street
Added playable LNER Class 801 services between Polmont and Edinburgh Waverley
Added virtual destinations to Class 385 services toward Alloa and Dunblane
Adjusted static stock at Haymarket Depot
Changed all services to unload all passengers at the end of their service, instead of loading new passengers (and potentially going to a depot)
Changed some Class 385 services to use passing loops for overtakes and rusty rail moves
Corrected Engineering Express ballast service headcodes, made them loaded in one direction, empty in the other, and adjusted their endpoints and timings
Fixed various signal issues across the route
Updated scoring to add platinum medals
Edinburgh - Glasgow: Engineering Express Pack
Class 66 - correct positions of Datacord buttons in rear cab
Class 66 - Datacord input 4 now correctly inputs a 4 rather than a 0
Fife Circle Line & Levenmouth Rail Link
Added approach control across route
Added Car stop markers to Leven station
Added GSMR masts
Added lights to Edinburgh airport
Added virtual destinations for CrossCountry Voyager
Changed automatic junctions at Inverkeithing and Thornton to manual
Fixed crash related to light splines
Fixed some incorrect signal aspects 2->3 aspect
Fixed various collision and clipping issues
NPC spawn volumes updated at Kinghorn Station
Removed invisible buffers at Haymarket depot
Updated junction Box warning text from German to English
Updated Radio masts model
Various scenery updates
Scotrail Class 170
Guard mode added
Headlight viewing distance increased
Horn linked to simugraph, air pressure will drop when used
New wheelblur implemented
Optimisation
Update audio to be in line with the Cross City Class 170
Update running sound implementation - separate sound cues for internal and external running
Internal bodywork creak + rattle sounds
Passenger door alarms updated
Announcements updated so you can no longer hear announcements of other trains while inside a train
Increase wiper volume
Adjust EQ on flange squeals
Signaller handset audio implemented
Buzzer sounds updated
Fife Circle: Timetable Changes
Added playable Class 220 services between Edinburgh Waverley and Markinch, and AI at Edinburgh Waverley
Added playable Railhead Treatment Train services covering the entire route
Added AI Class 380, 385, 390, and 801 services at Edinburgh Waverley
Fixed incorrect reversing manoeuvres at Glenrothes with Thornton to avoid reversing within a junction and driving backwards for long distances
Adjusted static stock at Haymarket Depot
Fixed various signal issues across the route
Two notes about intentional omissions from this timetable:
LNER services north of Edinburgh require a Class 800 with a full diesel mode, which is not in TSW; the Class 801 cannot work these services as it only has an emergency diesel engine.
The Class 158 is not used because adding it would remove gameplay from players who only own Fife Circle. Substitution with the Class 170 is not an option because the 158 has two carriages, and the 170 has three.
Liberec - Stará Paka
Added a loudspeaker in Liberec
Added a missing coniferous tree at km 90.5
Added a missing shunting limit marker in Liberec
Added an end-of-track marker in Turnov
Adjusted timings of some level crossings
Changed multiple instructions with Mn services to shorten some delays
Corrected track superelevation at km 134.6
Fixed baseplates in Stará Paka near the fuel station
Fixed gradient sign at km 77.5
Fixed incorrect rotations of some rail joints
Fixed light signalling in Košťálov at km 95.3
Fixed multiple minor graphic issues
Fixed paper orders not showing after loading saved game
Fixed passenger collisions in Dolánky
Fixed passenger collisions in Sychrov
Fixed PIS in Liberec
Fixed player not being able to climb up platform 2 in Turnov
Fixed signal Lc3 in Jeřmanice
Fixed signal Lo in Pilínkov
Fixed signal Sc1 in Liberec
Fixed signal Sc2 in Liberec
Fixed speed board at km 87.3
Fixed the platform 2 ambient sound in Turnov
Fixed the switch mechanism at turnout 43 (Turnov)
Fixed the warning cross at level crossing P3075
Fixed vegetation clipping into the cab at km 135.8
Fixed vegetation clipping into the cab in strong wind at km 113.8
Fixed wall collisions
Fixed warning signal P3101
Fixed wind on spruce and pine trees billboards
Fixed wrong train number in Swimsuit weather scenario
Moved the switch motor at turnout 11 by one sleeper (Stará Paka)
Reduced foliage density in some performance heavy sections
Removed nettles from bridge in Liberec (towards the heating plant)
Replaced the shunting limit marker in Turnov
Class 750
Added rail driver mapping
Fixed brake cocks not loading properly
Fixed charging indication failure
Fixed HUD accelerometer
Fixed J1 and J2 breakers not causing engine to stop when tripped
Reduced number of particles for exhaust emitter
Class 843
Added RailDriver mapping
Changed audio attenuation of PIS announcements
Fixed brake cocks not loading properly
Fixed CDD power numbers - missing “+” for 50/100%
Fixed LS90 load/save behaviour
Fixed missing stations in PIS for R1260 service
Fixed PIS not announcing Hradec Králové and Rychnov u Jablonce nad Nisou stations
Removed duplicate HUD gradient indications
Throttle and brake lever will cause doors to close (not lock) in the S notch
Freight Wagons
Added missing audio while releasing the distributor reservoir
Fixed brake cocks not loading properly
Fixed bug causing brakes to be unusable after releasing the distributor reservoir
Scotrail Class 158 Suspension & Physics
Implemented and refined new suspension physics for the ScotRail Class 158.
Fully compatible when coupled to:
Class 150/153 DMUs (West Cornwall Local, Cardiff City Network, & Riviera Line)
Class 170 DMUs (Fife Circle)
Other Class 158s
Gangway crossing between vehicles now behaves correctly while the train is moving.
Fife Sprinter timetable
Added journey data to AI services so PIS boards and 2D map platform info populate correctly.
AI Only LNER Azuma services reinstated.
Class 385 drag moves reinstated (Ensure to select a DRS or ONE 66 to see them).
Fixed 2G90 service:
Corrected start location (Cowdenbeath, not Glenrothes).
Corrected title/description.
Fixed 5-car trains stopping short at Cameron Bridge.
Seacow ballast trains reinstated (Ensure to select a DRS or ONE 66 to see them).
Updated eXpress Freight formations to reference correct EFP provided locomotives.
Updated HST layer to use the Great Western Express HST.
158 Fife Journey Mode
Expanded Fife Journey Chapter to include timetable services, similar to Edinburgh–Glasgow.
WCML Crewe - Preston
Addition of an optional reduced timetable
Performance optimisations across the route for users who are CPU-bound
Reduced memory usage for included rolling stock and other textures throughout the route
Resolution of a known crash at Warrington by temporarily removing the destination boards
Resolved an issue with passengers becoming stuck at the bottom of the stairs at Crewe station
Cargo Line Vol. 1 – Petroleum Class 66 Locomotive
Fixed references to external files; now uses internal files only.
Corrected buffer behaviour to ensure proper compression/extension on curves.
TEA Tanker Wagons
Suspension physics improved for more realistic movement and reduced stiffness.
Removed an unused Simugraph file.
Fixed references to external files; now uses internal files only.
Corrected buffer behaviour so they compress/extend correctly on curves.
Gameplay & Localisation
Update localisation.
Removed incorrect “Next Chapter” Journey Mode links to avoid cross‑route issues.
Cargo Line Vol. 2 – Aggregates Class 66 Locomotive
Fixed references to external files; now uses internal files only.
Corrected buffer behaviour so they now compress/extend correctly when navigating curves.
HOA Hopper Wagons
Suspension physics improved to reduce stiffness and provide more visible movement.
Refinements to localisation for Aggregates content.
Cargo Line Vol. 4 – Military Class 66 Locomotive
Fixed headlights disappearing at distance; emissive textures now remain visible at appropriate ranges.
Reduced overly bright projected light for a softer, more realistic appearance.
Reset all LODs to support the lighting fix.
Added missing EOTD (End-of-Train Device) socket locations so the flashing lamp now appears correctly.
KWA Warwell Wagon
Suspension physics improved to reduce stiffness and provide more visible movement.
Our Executive Producer Matt has requested your thoughts on routes that are experiencing blurred textures, and where you'd like our team to prioritise fixes that need to be undertaken. If you have experienced any issues recently, we'd welcome your time to fill in our poll on the Dovetail Forums. Thank you!
Cargo Line is heading to mainland Europe for the very first time!
Cargo Line Vol. 6: Gas is heading to Train Sim World 6, bringing hazardous freight operations to Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim - Kaiserslautern. Developed by Skyhook Games, this latest entry in the Cargo Line series introduces authentic Zags 110m³ gas tankers, expanding the variety of freight traffic across one of Germany's busiest regional railways.
Whether you're hauling fully loaded tankers to keep industry moving or returning empty wagons for their next assignment, it's time to put your freight skills to the test.
As with previous Cargo Line releases, the new Zags tanker wagons aren't limited to one locomotive.
With Free Roam and Formation Designer, pick your poison of any locomotive in your collection, and challenge yourself by hauling heavy trains across European rails.
For the full experience, we recommend owning Train Sim World 6: Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim - Kaiserslautern, available separately.
Zags 110m³ gas tanker wagon in VTG white and orange stripe livery
Clean and weathered wagon variants
Six new scenarios for Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim - Kaiserslautern
Eighteen additional timetable services using the DB BR 185, with compatible locomotive substitutions
Free Roam, Formation Designer, Scenario Planner and Livery Designer compatible
Take charge of the DB BR 185 as you haul heavy gas tankers across the varied landscapes of Rhineland-Palatinate.
Featuring six brand-new scenarios throughout Mannheim - Kaiserslautern. From short shunting movements to longer main line hauls in changing weather conditions, every journey presents a new challenge.
The new Zags tanker wagon is available in both clean and weathered variants, complete with authentic VTG branding and realistic handling.
Cargo Line Vol. 6 doesn't stop with six brand-new scenarios. The pack also expands the day-to-day freight experience with 18 additional timetable services, giving you even more opportunities to haul hazardous gas traffic across the route.
The fun continues beyond the timetable too. Take the new Zags Gas Tankers into Free Roam, Formation Designer, Scenario Planner and Livery Designer to create your own freight operations. Choose from loaded or empty formations in a variety of train lengths, or build your own custom consists and put your favourite locomotives to work hauling gas traffic across Train Sim World's ever-growing network.
For players with additional German content, extra AI traffic and locomotive layers help bring the route to life with even busier and more authentic operations.
The freight doesn't stop here.
Cargo Line continues to grow, and we're excited to confirm that two more Cargo Line packs are already in development.
While we aren't quite ready to reveal what's next, Cargo Line 6 is just the latest stop on the journey. Keep an eye on our social channels and Roadmap articles for more news in the coming months.
Train Sim World® 6: Cargo Line Vol. 6: Gas is coming July 14th for £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99.
Be sure to join our Dovetail Games Official Discord channel to hear more from our teams and catch exclusive events and join our new community!
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The Steam Summer Sale has arrived, and the discounts are coming thick and fast from June 25th to July 9th.
Whether you're looking to strengthen your collection with new routes, add depth to your roster of locomotives, or simply pick up a bargain before the final whistle, we've selected some of the standout deals available during this year's sale.
The below is just a small taste of what's on sale so make sure to visit the steam page and peruse what else is on offer!
Looking to get even more from Train Sim World 6? There's never been a better time to upgrade.
With huge discounts across all core editions, now is the perfect opportunity to expand your collection and experience railways from around the world. Whether you're stepping aboard for the first time or upgrading to unlock even more content, these savings are not to be missed.
The BNSF GP60M & GP60B Loco Add-On is here, and now is the perfect time to upgrade your Southern California freight network.
Pick up Cajon Pass and San Bernardino Line to gain access to the additional scenarios, timetable services and gameplay opportunities arriving with the GP60M & GP60B. Round out the collection with the powerful BNSF SD70ACe and you'll be ready to take charge when the Super Fleet arrives.
Train Sim World® 6: Cajon Pass: Barstow - San Bernardino Route Add-On - 75% off
Train Sim World® 6: San Bernardino Line: Los Angeles - San Bernardino Route Add-On - 75% off
Freight fans can expand their operations with a collection of modern and specialist cargo content.
The BR Class 90 receives its first-ever discount, while Cargo Line's Nuclear and Intermodal packs add even more variety to freight operations across the West Coast Main Line. Together, they create a busy network packed with freight movements and operational variety.
Train Sim World® 6: BR Class 90 Electric Freight Loco Add-On - 20% off
Train Sim World® 6: Cargo Line Vol. 3 - Intermodal - 24% off
Looking for maximum value? These routes are delivering some of the biggest discounts of the Summer Sale.
From Long Island commuter services and classic British diesel operations to the scenic landscapes of south-west Germany, these routes represent some of the best-value additions available during the event. Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn also reaches its highest-ever discount.
Train Sim World® 6: Tees Valley Line: Darlington - Saltburn-by-the-Sea Route Add-On - 80% off
Train Sim World® 6: Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn: Mannheim - Kaiserslautern Route Add-On - 80% off
Summer temperatures may be rising, but Germany's high-speed network is staying cool.
Take charge of sleek ICE services across some of Germany's most iconic routes. Whether you're racing through the countryside on Kassel - Würzburg, navigating the curves of Kinzigtalbahn, or enjoying the remastered Köln - Aachen, this collection offers a fast track to savings.
Train Sim World® 6: Schnellfahrstrecke Kassel - Würzburg Route Add-On - 50% off
Train Sim World® 6: Frankfurt - Fulda: Kinzigtalbahn Route Add-On - 60% off
Train Sim World® 6: Schnellfahrstrecke Köln - Aachen Route Add-On - 70% off
Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor is joining the Steam Summer Sale!
Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor is receiving another great discount, making now the perfect time to begin your adventure across Sodor. Join the classic engines, Thomas, Percy, Gordon, Emily and Diesel to explore iconic landmarks across the Island of Sodor. Players can ride along with North Western Railway’s Number 5 engine, James. Experience 4 additional scenarios as part of the Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor Deluxe Edition.
Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor is powered by Train Sim World, combining the unparalleled detail and realism of Unreal Engine and SimuGraph with accessible controls to create a timeless experience that all Thomas & Friends™ fans can enjoy, now at a great new price for a limited time only!
Why settle for one country when you can explore three?
From the Dutch lowlands to the Austrian Alps and the spectacular Swiss mountains, this collection showcases some of Europe's most beautiful railways. Better still, Spoorlijn Zwolle - Groningen reaches its highest-ever discount, while the stunning Berninalinie is available with a huge 70% off.
Train Sim World® 6: Spoorlijn Zwolle - Groningen Route Add-On - 60% off
Train Sim World® 6: Semmeringbahn: Wiener Neustadt - Mürzzuschlag Route Add-On - 60% off
Train Sim World® 6: Berninalinie: Tirano - Ospizio Bernina Route Add-On - 70% off
These deals are only available during the Steam Summer Sale, running from June 25th to July 9th. Head over to Steam and secure your next railway adventure before the discounts leave the station.
Be sure to join our Dovetail Games Official Discord channel to hear more from our teams and catch exclusive events and join our new community!
The GP60s are stubborn survivors. By the 2010s, the M units had settled into Southern California working intermodal runs, manifest freights, and local duties around Los Angeles and San Diego with Kaiser Yard, west of San Bernardino on the old Pasadena Subdivision, becoming their stronghold.
The cabless GP60B has faced a slower road, with gradual retirements thinning the fleet in recent years. This add-on covers both the GP60M in BNSF's H2 and H4 schemes, the H4 featuring its "Dash 3" rebuilt control stand, and the GP60B in the classic, understated H1 livery.
Train Sim World® 6: BNSF GP60M & GP60B is out now for $16.99 / £12.99 / €15.99.
Please Note: For the full experience, we recommend you own Train Sim World 6: Cajon Pass and San Bernardino Line which are available as separate purchases.
GP60M diesel locomotive in BNSF H2 & H4 liveries
GP60B cabless B-unit in BNSF H1 livery
Highly detailed, feature-rich driving cabs, including original & rebuilt controls
Brand-new three-unit articulated spine intermodal car with multiple loads
Ex-Santa Fe Ga-series cement hopper in 3x liveries
89-foot autorack in BNSF livery
4x scenarios each on Cajon Pass and San Bernardino Line
Union Pacific services from Sherman Hill
Static Metrolink equipment from San Bernardino Line
A brand-new, authentic timetable for Cajon Pass
During our testing processes with our team, we wanted to thank our beta testers and ambassadors who helped provided valuable feedback with their experience on our Early Access builds. One thing they noted to our teams, which we would like to help clarify for anyone using the GP60M, is the process to reset the alerter.
To correctly reset the alerter, you need to hold the reset button down longer than you might expect.
Please see our demonstration below on the above but also how to reset the locomotive should you miss pressing the alert button.
Executive Producer Matt and Community Manager Jan expertly showcased some of what the pack has to offer, you can catch-up on the stream below!
Be sure to join our Dovetail Games Official Discord channel to hear more from our teams and catch exclusive events and join our new community!
Find out more about Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
Hello everyone,
We’ve got another update coming up, primarily focussing on a range of add-ons from the USA, including Morristown Line, San Bernardino Line, as well as various single improvements for various add-ons, including New York – Trenton, NJ Transit ALP-45DP, Cajon Pass, LIRR Extended, Peninsula Corridor, Sherman Hill and a few additional minor changes for select UK content.
As a note, we originally communicated that improvements for the Fife Circle Line and Edinburgh Glasgow would be included in this update, however we’ve shifted these into our next patch to ensure we’ve had time to test the changes. With this change, we’ll need a little more time to prepare the following update, and we’re hoping for that patch to arrive in early July. Once we confirm the new date, we’ll let you know!
View a list of highlights and a full changelog of updates below.
Please note that updates may take up to 24-hours to release across each platform.
Morristown Line – Range of improvements, including new route hopping locations, adding missing scenery objects and fixes to audio and gameplay issues flagged from the community.
San Bernardino Line – A small range of updates that include fixes for cars stopping at rail crossings and ensuring trees do not float around San Bernardino Downtown.
Avanti West Coast BR Class 390 Pendolino – Made optimisations to textures on Class 390 to prevent blurring when using the loco.
Morristown Line
Added route hopping from Morristown New York Penn to Stamford Grand Central Terminal
Added a missing fence at New York Penn
Added a missing texture to the PIS Board at Harrison Station
Added a missing power line tower
Added missing power line wires to the Secaucus area
Added missing beam to bridge at Mountain Station
Added AI cars to locations on the route where they were missing
Made updates to display boards across the route
Improved the lighting at Hoboken at night time
Updated physics of vehicles that appear on the route, so they no longer clip through the road or float.
Fixed an issue where a road sign at Secaucus said Rhode Island by mistake
Fixed an issue where the 3508 service would lose power during certain parts of the track. The service should now be completable
Fixed an issue with South Orange Station audio not working as intended, and the audio should now use spatial audio
Fixed an issue with the snow texture draw distance not being set correctly
Removed some wooden boxes from New York Penn that shouldn’t have been there.
Various localisation improvements throughout the route.
San Bernardino Line
Cars now stop when the gates are closed at crossings.
‘Men at Work’ sign now has collision
Fixed an issue where floating trees appeared on the route by San Berardino downtown
Fixed an issue where rain textures were being used instead of snow when it is snowing on the windshield of the MP36PH-3C
New York - Trenton
Added route hopping from New York Trenton to Stamford – Grand Central Terminal and Morristown – New York Penn
Various localisation improvements throughout the route.
NJ Transit ALP45DP
Fixed an issue where the player would end up on the roof when exiting the driver or second seat.
Cajon Pass Barstow - San Bernardino
Changed the Horsepower for BNSF ES44C4 to 4400
Long Island Railroad Extended
Made updates to display boards across the route
Peninsula Corridor: San Fran - San Jose
Removed Caltrain branding from the Peninsula Corridor icon and text
Sherman Hill
Fixed an issue in the Switcheroo scenario wasn’t completable due to a Red Signal blocking the player.
Avanti West Coast BR Class 390 Pendolino
Optimised textures on Class 390 to prevent textures from blurring when using the loco.
BR Class 170
Various localisation improvements
Manchester Airport Commuter
Various localisation improvements
Sanfa Fe on Cajon Pass Gameplay Pack
Various localisation improvements
Travel back to the 1980s with the latest Train Sim World 6 add-on courtesy of Just Trains!
The more eagle-eyed of the TSW community will have spotted the Crewe - Preston coming soon article that appeared here towards the end of last week. Do check it out if you missed it because it contains a whole wealth of solid information on what you can expect from this amazing route. Looking for more? You can also check out Just Trains' in-depth development blog here, complete with a pdf copy of the manual! More info than you can shake a stick at!
It's 1986. David Bowie can transform into an owl, Tom Cruise is feeling the need for speed, and Mick Dundee is showing off his big knife. Over in Britain meanwhile, the West Coast Main Line between Crewe and Preston is humming with energy. This is one of Britain's hardest working stretches of railway, a corridor where freight and express passenger workings never stay still for long.
Train Sim World® 6: West Coast Main Line: Crewe - Preston is out now for £29.99/€35.99/$39.99.
Please note that West Coast Main Line: Crewe - Preston will be released on PC and 9th Gen Console platforms only.
Want to learn more about the making of West Coast Main Line: Crewe – Preston?
Train Sim World Ambassador TINTIN_57 sits down with Tom from Just Trains to discuss the route's development, the research behind recreating the 1986 West Coast Main Line, and some of the challenges and stories from bringing this classic railway to Train Sim World.
It's the perfect companion piece for anyone looking to go behind the scenes and learn more about the route's creation.
We are aware of an issue affecting several Rail Journey chapters where players may spawn on foot rather than in the intended train cab.
Fixes for these issues are being investigated and we will share further updates when available.
If you missed seeing the route in action, you can check out the developer previous stream hosted by Just Trains' Tom and Mark right here:
WCML: Crewe - Preston is an Add-on for Train Sim World 6. Not yet on the latest version? There are several ways to upgrade.
Upgrading via Train Sim World 6: Deluxe Edition will give you access to three brand new routes: Riviera Line, Morristown Line and Leipzig-Dresden.
Find out more about Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
Step up and serve Californian industry with the “Super Fleet” in Train Sim World 6, brought to life by High Iron Simulations - Coming soon!
The striking GP60M and its cabless counterpart, the GP60B, arrive in potent pumpkin schemes for authentic mainline and local duty over iconic BNSF trackage in this latest TSW6 Add-on.
Add BNSF GP60M & GP60B to your Steam Wishlist
At the start of the 1990s, the Santa Fe Railway, then led by its innovative president Mike Haverty, branded its high-priority intermodal services as the “Super Fleet” and reintroduced the railroad’s legendary red and silver “warbonnet” livery. For use on the Super Fleet in 1990-1991 the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway (AT&SF) acquired 63 custom-design 3,800-horsepower GP60M cab units equipped with North American cabs.
With the coming of the 21st century, the GP60M diesels could still be frequently found in intermodal service but were also increasingly used on manifest freights, and even handled local duties. Beginning around 2010, these stylish diesels were most often found in Southern California, including the Los Angeles area and San Diego. Kaiser Yard, located on the ex-AT&SF Pasadena Subdivision west of San Bernardino (and included on the TSW San Bernardino route), became a key bastion of GP60M assignments.
This Add-on features the GP60M dressed in BNSF’s H2 and H4 schemes, with the latter featuring its “Dash 3” rebuilt control stand.
Alongside the acquisition of 63 GP60M for the Super Fleet in the 90s, AT&SF also purchased 23 cabless B units: the GP60B.
While sharing the same engine and power output specifications as its GP60M counterpart, the GP60B is a cabless B-unit, helping reduce purchase and maintenance costs.
This Add-on features the GP60B decked out in BNSF’s classic and subdued H1 livery.
Please Note: For the full experience, we recommend you own Train Sim World 6: Cajon Pass and San Bernardino Line which are available as separate purchases.
GP60M diesel locomotive in BNSF H2 & H4 liveries
GP60B cabless B-unit in BNSF H1 livery
Highly detailed, feature-rich driving cabs, including original & rebuilt controls
Brand-new three-unit articulated spine intermodal car with multiple loads
Ex-Santa Fe Ga-series cement hopper in 3x liveries
89-foot autorack in BNSF livery
4x scenarios each on Cajon Pass and San Bernardino Line
Union Pacific services from Sherman Hill
Static Metrolink equipment from San Bernardino Line
A brand-new, authentic timetable for Cajon Pass
Train Sim World 6: BNSF GP60M & GP60B will release 25th June for £12.99 / €15.99 / $16.99.
BNSF GP60M & GP60B is an Add-on for Train Sim World 6. If you've not yet upgraded, you can still do so in a number of ways.
Upgrading via Train Sim World 6: Deluxe Edition will give you access to three brand new routes: Riviera Line, Morristown Line and Leipzig-Dresden.
Find out more about Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
Hello everyone,
We’ve got a major update coming tomorrow, primarily focussing on a range of UK add-ons, including the Class 90 improvements from the Alan Thomson Simulation team, as well as a huge patch for the Expert DB BR 145, and additional improvements for Stuttgart Heilbronn.
View a list of highlights and a full changelog of updates below.
Please note that updates may take up to 24-hours to release across each platform.
BR Class 90 Electric Freight Loco – Range of improvements and key fixes from the ATS team that should greatly enhance the experience driving and listening to audio from the Class 90, alongside other updates and changes from community feedback.
Expert DB BR 145 – A large update of new improvements and additions, including fixes to enhance the gameplay experience further.
Medway Valley Line – Adding new rainbow weather features and Dispatcher Mode gameplay to Tonbridge station, alongside a range of improvements. Please note these changes are on PC and Xbox only, whilst our teams conclude additional testing for PS5.
Core
Fixed an issue where players were unable to exit from passenger seat unless it is the initial seat they occupied.
Optimisation to loading system for textures to avoid crashes if some information is loaded before it is needed.
UK Add-on Audio Updates
The following DLC’s have received an update due to an internal change with Audio for the game. There are no changes in game unless outlined in the other sections below, but we wanted to inform you that you may see an update for the following DLC’s with no noted changes:
Avanti West Coast BR Class 805 Evero BMU
BR Class 86/2 & Mk2f Coaches
CrossCountry BR Class 220 Voyager DMU
East Coast Way Remastered
ECW Class 313
Great Western Express Remastered
Great British Railways Class 802
HST Farewell Tour Gameplay Pack (PC & Gen9 only)
Manchester Airport Commuter: Manchester - Alderley Edge
Medway Valley Line: Strood - Tonbridge
Riviera Line: Exeter - Plymouth & Paignton
Southern BR Class 171 & BR Class 377/3
Transport for Wales BR Class 142 'Pacer' DMU
WCML Trent Valley: Crewe - Milton Keynes
West Coast Main Line: Crewe - Preston
West Coast Main Line: Birmingham - Crewe
West Midlands Railway & CrossCountry BR Class 170 DMU
BR Class 90 Electric Freight Loco
Range of improvements and key fixes from the ATS team that should greatly enhance the experience driving and listening to audio from the Class 90, alongside other updates and changes from community feedback.
Added new audio for wipers
Updated audio for track and running sounds, blower sounds, HVAC, cab occlusion along with refinement to minor sounds throughout the train.
Improved DSD pedal behaviour across all input methods.
All Class 90 liveries should now spawn correctly in Free Roam Mode
Throttle no longer jerks when emergency brake is applied.
Parking brakes can no longer be engaged/released while moving.
ETH cables no longer incorrectly connect when running in tandem.
Corrected the ladder animation at cab entrances
Updated incorrect AWS behaviour
Updated to physics throughout the train to ensure correct behaviour
Updated Speed Set functionality so that the train doesn’t accelerate indefinitely
Fixed physics issues around AWS/TPWS/DSD systems
Fixed issue where running and flange sounds stopped playing when adjusting the throttle
Fixed issue where the loco would not require throttle reset after DSD intervention
Fixed gaps that were appearing in the back wall of the Class 90 cab
Fixed the brake release behaviour so brakes no longer release automatically when coming to a stand
Fixed incorrect references in the faults system
Removed the incorrect orange OTDR box from Freightliner cab variants
Various localisation updates throughout the route
Expert DB BR 145
Added full‑brake and half‑brake warning stickers that appear when a brake is cut out at spawn
Added new FT95 pages, contrast control, bitmap destination support, and the ability to disable flipdot LEDs
Added “KEINE MVB‑Verbindung” status message
Added permanent brake‑cutout stickers that appear when a wagon spawns with a disabled brake.
Added delays to prevent race conditions so stickers always appear correctly.
Added missing machine‑room audio when doors/windows are open.
Added full suspension physics.
Added collision to brake equipment module to prevent clipping.
Added driver‑assist prompts for traction lock caused by indirect brake, and for stuck distributor valves (Expert Mode only).
Added missing real‑world freight, tanker, grain and coupling services.
Added correct pantograph‑up behaviour for auto‑wagon, tank and trailer trains.
Improved brake squeal, brake hiss, traction cues and wind effects.
Improved routing at Leipzig‑Engelsdorf and Borsdorf.
Improved automatic brake overcharge behaviour.
Improved Train Brake + Dynamic Brake coupling to prevent lever desync.
Improved indirect brake traction‑lock behaviour to match real operation.
Corrected translations, special destinations, and font issues.
Corrected brake pipe hiss direction on Sggmrss and Sdggmrss twin units.
Adjusted timings around Dresden‑Friedrichstadt to reduce delays.
Startup services moved earlier to allow realistic brake tests.
Pantograph bounding box fixed so the raised panto is now visible from all angles.
RBH variant windows now animate correctly when opened, including in rain.
Livery Designer now includes the correct grey lower body strip and snow mask.
Restored external alert sounds and improved rolling noise between 30–90 km/h.
Zacns wagons now support Hydrochloric Acid cargo.
Main reservoir gauge now displays the correct pressure source.
Pantograph switch now drops the panto and opens the MCB if operated while moving.
Train number entry now auto‑pads correctly.
V=0 and V>0 buttons now open the latest fault help text.
Display data now clears correctly when both ISG LSS switches are open.
Updated BR 145 thumbnails in menus and Livery Designer.
NVP variant now appears in Free Roam.
Shunting under HL dwarf signals at Leipzig‑Engelsdorf is now fully supported.
BR 145 timetable updated so coupling and shunting behave logically in the yard.
Wagons now simulate stuck distributor valves.
Repeated rapid brake applications trigger a driver‑assist warning (Expert Mode only).
Updated cab alert sounds with new samples.
Updated final stop location for DGS‑99766 to prevent out‑of‑bounds completion.
Fixed horn end‑sound not playing and improved doppler and spatialisation.
Fixed regressions affecting rolling sounds and cab ambience.
Fixed missing hiss audio on Sdggmrss angle cocks.
Fixed load logic for DGS 95607 so the train spawns with realistic weight (>800t).
Fixed services spawning on unelectrified track.
Fixed multiple AI SPAD issues (e.g., GAG 41345, S1 31708, EZ 45300).
Fixed duplicate or incorrect service names.
Fixed unreachable score criteria in Scenarios A and C.
Fixed incorrect AI pathing and missing end‑service nodes.
Fixed AI SPAD on DGS‑99766 spawn.
Fixed incorrect train data entry in Expert: Simply Delivered (VMZ now correctly 100).
Fixed signallers call in Interesting Developments, so it plays from the correct cab.
Fixed battery voltage needle behaviour in both player‑controlled and AI states.
Fixed PZB behaviour including 1000 Hz indicator timing, acknowledge audio, and restrictive‑mode callouts.
Fixed LZB Prüfen/Störung light behaviour when isolated.
Fixed PZB input delay differences between push/pull actions.
Fixed malfunction selection not updating on the WD page.
Removed scenario trigger view from tutorials.
BR Class 86/2 & Mk2f Coaches
Added Raildriver support for all Class 86-2 livery variants.
Improved texture optimisation to improve performance and stability for loco.
Improved driving experience to be more consistent and accurate to real world
Improved visuals and lighting for glass and wheel blur along with long‑distance visibility improvements across Mk1/Mk2 stock
Made instrument lights visible during the day
Headlights and marker lights are now brighter
Corrected the axle height for Class 86-2
Updated the RVD for Free Roam
Fixed wiper animation for Class 86-2
Fixed brake selector switch being labelled wrong
Fixed an issue with Mk2F’s not appearing in scenario designer with custom liveries
Various updates to localisation
Blackpool Branches
Just trains have added a new Blackpool timetable alongside their improvements in this patch, seeing rolling stock on the Blackpool to Euston services switched to out for more accurate stock included with Preston to Crewe and Preston to Carlisle add-ons. Additionally, loco changes now feature at Preston for services changing from electric to diesel and Class 47/3s can now be driven on freight services.
Added a new service mode timetable to route.
Added new road vehicles across the route, removing the outdated models.
Added grass to fields across the route
Added crops to various fields across the route.
Added a missing player collision wall at Kirkham and Wesham Station bridge.
Added collisions to roads, crossings and footpaths across the route to locations the player can access meaning the player will now not walk through them but over them.
Added in the missing crop field at Weeton Curve.
Added West Coast Main Line: Crewe to Preston route hop.
Added announcements at Blackpool North Station and Preston Station
Added new traffic on M55 motorway at Weeton.
Addition of new service mode to incorporate the newer stock from Preston Carlisle.
Addition of Ambient audio and announcement changes.
Improved footstep audio to roads, paths and crossings the player can access route wide.
Moved the out of boundaries collision box from the Burn Naze branch to beyond Jameson Road Bridge.
Correct audio applied to roads, crossings and footpaths across the route to locations the player can access.
Updated Desto board to add destinations for Crewe - Preston
Updated localisation throughout the route.
Fixed an issue where there were red signals whilst waiting for station objectives to clear at Blackpool North.
West Coast Main Line: Preston-Carlisle
Added rail singing to the route
Added raildriver support for all liveries of the Class 87
Optimised the texture set up to save memory usage on the route
Adjustments to Headlights and marker lights brightness for Class 87
Instrument lights on the Class 87 are now visible during the day
Improved substitution for Mk2a/Mk3a/47-4/Mk1
AI services (Including the broken service) should now have passengers on Broken Down scenario.
Foreman should now be hidden correctly when the player returns on Currock Collection scenario.
Passengers should now enter Carlise Station correctly.
Updated localisation throughout the route.
Updated the collision on Class 87 so you can access brake controls correctly.
Updated InterCity logo so this is now correct.
Improved headlight intensity on Class 87.
Fixed lighting on Mk3 coaches so it's now a warmer glow.
Fixed suspension sounds not playing frequently enough on the Mk3's.
Fixed the custom liveries not being available in formation designer
Fixed wipers stopping animation near to the player for Class 87
Fixed the FFA and FGA wagons giving excessive rebound upon braking or shut off.
Fixed FFA wagon's wheels not spinning.
Fixed passengers spawning on top of a car at Carlisle.
Fixed several broken Walls and Hedges around the Tebay and Shap areas.
Removed a telegraph post that was placed within a bridge at Little Strickland.
WCML South: London Euston - Milton Keynes
Added a route hop at Milton Keynes allowing players to transition to WCML Trent Valley from the footbridge.
Adjusted platform settings at Leighton Buzzard & Harrow & Wealdstone to ensure NPCs disembark smoothly.
Fixed an issue at Leighton Buzzard so passengers now walk away from the train and move toward station exits instead of standing still.
Passengers now spawn and navigate correctly when starting on foot at Euston.
Various localisation updates throughout the route
Medway Valley Line: Strood - Tonbridge (PC & Xbox only*)
Added a rare new rainbow weather feature, including a guaranteed appearance in the “Looking for Trouble” scenario
Added a new Dispatcher game mode at Tonbridge Station
Added interiors to remaining signal boxes (East Farleigh, Aylesford, Snodland)
Maidstone West signal box is now accessible
Track diagrams added to all signal box interiors
Added Rochester Bridge feature lighting, seasonal hay rolls, new signage, pedestrian crossing audio, fictional mail branding, animated pedestrians, and telegraph pole cabling
Added missing Gillingham signal feather positions and route hop support at Tonbridge
Improved route visuals, including tunnels, terrain, sleepers, lineside fencing, flats near Maidstone West, and Rochester disused station lighting
Updates to audio throughout the route including air bellow, brake hiss, flange, gearbox, traction motors, transformer and VVVF
Fixed floating track, terrain spikes, clipping issues, collision problems, NPC pathing, and collectible completion
Corrected Tonbridge West Junction line speeds and level crossing sign localisation
Updated Class 375/3 and 375/6 with guard panel interlock lights and missing bogie audio
Fixed an issue so that all collectibles can now be collected
Various localisation updates throughout the route
*Note: We have identified that the Medway Valley Line updates will have caused a re-emergence of the PS5 Audio issues, so in order to help prevent these impacting players on the platform, we have held the release for PS5 whilst our teams continue working to address this in an upcoming patch. Thank you for being patient.
HST Farewell Tour Pack (PC & Gen-9 Only)
We have a range of improvements for the HST Farewell Tour Pack, however please note these will only be available on PC & Gen-9 console platforms (PS5, Xbox Series S/X) whilst our team conclude Gen8 testing. We'll aim to share these changes on Xbox One and PS4 in our next update, planned later in June.
Added unbranded Mk3 coaches and improved naming clarity in Formation Designer
Added region tags enabling custom liveries to appear in the GWE timetable
Added Raildriver support for the Farewell Tour HSTs
Added checks to ensure wiper state loads correctly when resuming a save
Epilogue scenario no longer requires GWE installed
Open Day scenario fully playable with safety systems enabled
Improved LOD behaviour to prevent low‑quality texture flicker at distance
Improved horn volume and interior occlusion for Class 43 & Mk3 coaches
Fixed missing outer ring on the Ferris wheel mesh in the Open Day scenario
Fixed safety systems triggering in both cabs after switching
Fixed AI incorrectly using night lights during daytime
Updated RVDs with new Rail Vehicle Class and Livery ID tags for Free Roam compatibility
Class 43 now correctly spawns in Free Roam
Corrected horn occlusion so interior cab audio behaves properly on Class 43
Restored missing front coupler, EOTD, track joint, and flange squeal audio on Class 43
Updated menu thumbnail for 43185 to show the correct red stripe
Fixed missing audio on fuel cap interaction on Class 43
Corrected texture issues in Livery Designer for the Mk1 Barrier Coach
Fixed missing backend livery name so the Mk1 Barrier Coach now appears correctly in Formation Designer
Fixed coupling behaviour so it now connects properly to HST/Class 43 power cars for the Mk1 Barrier Coach
Fixed an issue where the Mk1 Barrier Coach was floating above rails
Various localisation updates
Midland Main Line: Leicester Derby Nottingham
Updated station directory to correctly include Cross Country destinations
Implemented new suspension physics, improving visible coach movement and ride feel on the EMT Class 43 (HST)
Implemented and refined suspension physics, improving ride quality and vehicle movement on EMT Class 158
Updated Timetable to reference the Nuclear Class 20
Riviera Line: Exeter - Plymouth & Paignton
Fixed an issue causing the 6P train causing the game to crash.
Updated signalling logic on signal DM 208 at Teignmouth to allow permissive entry into the platform.
HST Farewell Tour power cars now selectable on Riviera HST services.
Manchester Airport Commuter
Fixed missing Liverpool Lime Street announcement
Slade Lane Junction fully rebuilt and corrected, fixing poorly laid junctions, missing points, and ensuring smoother running on the Down Fast
Fixed floating Position Light Signal at Stockport Viaduct
Longsight Depot signalling updated, including a corrected exit GPL signal so shunting moves can now be routed correctly
Various localisation updates throughout the route
WCML Trent Valley: Crewe - Milton Keynes
All chapters in Rail Journeys for WCML Trent Valley should now display their services correctly with no blank entries.
Optimisation improvements for materials and textures of Class 807
Removed 1A40 from Reduced timetable on Trent Valley under Class 807 services
West Coast Main Line: Birmingham Crewe
Various localisation updates throughout the route
Class 802
Fixed an issue where the doors sounds weren't playing from the correct places.
CrossCountry BR Class 220 Voyager DMU
Added announcement for Class 220 when approaching the terminating station
Scotrail BR Class 380 EMU
Reduced braking performance based on player feedback to better match expected behaviour.
DSN Class 31
Updated Tank Trouble scenario so the scenario now ends after coupling to the train, removing the unnecessary detour to the staging yard.
East Coast Mainline
Updated the power controller notches on the LNER Class 801 so that only Position 1 remains a notched power step, and the rest of the notches have smooth transitions.
Southern BR Class 171 & BR Class 377/3
Connected the vigilance pedal button to the correct input on gamepad
Edinburgh Glasgow Engineering Express Pack
Fixed the Datacord “4” key on both cabs of the Class 66 which previously input the wrong value.
Controls now display correct labels and operate as expected in both cabs.
West Somerset Railway
Fixed an issue that prevented the wipers from clearing rain/snow.
Avanti West Coast BR Class 805 Evero BMU
Vigilance penalty brake now stays applied until the train fully stops.
Fixed an issue so the vigilance system cannot be reset before train comes to a full stop.
Stuttgart Heilbronn
Wittenberger cab car can now correctly control BR 145 Expert and BR 101 Expert locomotives
Update to ensure BR 111 control remains fully functional
Get ready to transport yourself back to the bustling 1980s railway scene with Just Trains' latest add-on for Train Sim World 6 - West Coast Main Line: Crewe - Preston. Coming 18th June!
Following on from West Coast Main Line: Preston - Carlisle and Blackpool Branches: Preston - Blackpool & Ormskirk add-ons, Just Trains' West Coast Main Line: Crewe - Preston promises to be another cracker. With period accurate 1980s signage and stations and the option to drive both the electric and non-electrified you can sink your teeth into a route that is well over 60 miles in length!
Just Trains also have a in-depth development update on their own website that you can find here as well as a rather cool timelapse video showing off the timetable included in the route! You can check that out here:
Set in 1986, the Crewe-Preston add-on covers one of the UK's busiest rail corridors. Starting at Crewe, furnished with yards, depots, carriage sidings, and the famous Crewe Works, the road heads north through Warrington and Wigan to Preston. Beyond the main line, dedicated freight branches serve Haaydock Park, Fiddler's Ferry power station, Bickershaw Colliery, and Deepdale, each adding some truly amazing and distinct operations variety.
The route is jam picked to the gills with period-accurate detail: four-track running on key sections, busy TMDs at Crewe and Wigan Springs Branch, freight loops and marshalling yards throughout, and a timetable full of light engine movement, MGR coal trains, Speedlink freight, and high-speed expresses. Cool points of interest include Dutton Viaduct, the Acton Grange girder bridge spanning the Manchester Ship Canal, and Crewe's 1985 remodelled station allowed trains to exit at up to 60 mph!
Born out of the mid-1960s drive to electrify Britain's most important main line, the Class 86 was no prototype experiment. BREL built a hundred of them, making it British Rail's first serious commitment to electric traction at scale. For decades these machines were the backbone of the West Coast Main Line, hauling everything from crack expresses to heavy freight beneath the wires.
If one locomotive defined the diesel age on British railways, it's the Class 47. Brush Traction's Falcon Works and Crewe turned out 512 of the things, enough to make it the most numerous main line diesel Britain ever saw. Versatile, dependable, and seemingly indestructible, the "Brush Type 4" has hauled passenger expresses, freight, and parcels trains for over six decades, and a stubborn number refuse to die, still turning up on the main line, heritage railways, and even reborn as Class 57s from 1998 onwards.
Stubby, purposeful, and unlike anything else on the network, the Class 20 has always looked like it meant business. With its cab perched at one end and its nose riding heavy, it cut an immediately recognisable silhouette from the earliest days of dieselisation. It was never the biggest or the fastest, but it proved phenomenally tough, outlasting countless more modern designs and still appearing on the main line and heritage railways today, decades beyond any reasonable expectation.
The Class 08 shunter was the unsung workhorse of the BR network for generations. Introduced in 1952 as the standard-issue yard dog, they pottered around goods yards, station sidings, and depots the length and breadth of the country. The decline of traditional shunting has thinned their numbers on the national network, but the Class 08 refuses to vanish entirely, still earning its keep in industrial sidings and on heritage lines.
Tees Valley Line: Darlington – Saltburn-by-the-Sea Route Add-On (for the Class 37 ‘Tractor’ diesel locomotive)
West Cornwall Local: Penzance - St Austell & St Ives Route Add-On (for the Seacow and Turbot wagons)
Spirit of Steam: Liverpool Lime Street - Crewe Route Add-On (for the 16t mineral wagon and 20t brake van)
BR Heavy Freight Pack Loco Add-On (for the Class 40 diesel locomotive and 12t van)
BR Class 20 ‘Chopper’ Loco Add-On (for the PGA wagon)
BR Class 31 Loco Add-On (for the Class 31 diesel locomotive and PCA-V cement tank wagon)
Blackpool Branches: Preston - Blackpool & Ormskirk (for the Class 142 ‘Pacer’ Diesel Multiple Unit and TEA wagon)
Northern Trans-Pennine: Manchester - Leeds Route Add-On (for the Class 45 ‘Peak’ diesel locomotive)
West Coast Main Line: Preston – Carlisle (for the Class 87 electric locomotive, Class 101 Diesel Multiple Unit, Class 47/4 diesel locomotive, BBA wagon, Mk3a coaches, Mk2a coaches and Mk1 BG coaches)
BR Class 86/2 & Mk2F Coaches (for the Class 86/2 electric locomotive, Mk2F coaches and Mk1 RMB coach)
Peak Forest Railway: Ambergate - Chinley & Buxton Route Add-On (for the ICI hopper wagon)
Cargo Line Vol. 5 - Nuclear (for the FNA wagon)
Scenarios, Collectibles and Mastery Challenges will also be available, as per most Train Sim World route Add-ons.
Just Trains' are running a Crewe - Preston preview livestream at 20:00 tonight! Check it out here:
Train Sim World 6: West Coast Main Line Crewe - Preston will release 18th June for Steam for £29.99 / €35.99 / $39.99.
WCML: Crewe - Preston is an Add-on for Train Sim World 6. If you've not yet upgraded, you can still do so in a number of ways.
Upgrading via Train Sim World 6: Deluxe Edition will give you access to three brand new routes: Riviera Line, Morristown Line and Leipzig-Dresden.
Find out more about Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
We covered the ins-and-outs of the Trent Valley line route between Milton Keynes and Crewe in our previous article, supplemented by All Aboard Studios Blog.
At 108 miles from point-to-point, WCML Trent Valley serves as the longest UK route to appear in a Train Sim World game. Take to it like a bat of out hell with the BR Class 807, or enjoy a more chill experience in the Class 350/4 as you serve local stations between Milton Keynes and Crewe.
Are layers your thing? Toggle a huge selection of other Train Sim World add-ons to truly enhance your experience, including the Class 390 Pendolino, and the Class 220 Voyager. Aw yeah!
Train Sim World 6: West Coast Main Line Trent Valley: Milton Keynes - Crewe is out now for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam for £32.99/€39.99/$44.99.
Please note that WCML Trent Valley: Milton Keynes - Crewe will be released on PC and 9th Gen Console platforms only.
Both the Dovetail team and the All Aboard Team are working through some existing known issues that we wanted to outline below, to help reduce the chance you encounter these issues. These will be present with the release version, and we will be working to address these in future patches for the add-on.
Both the Full and Reduced Timetables are available on all platforms. While we recommend adjusting your game settings and layer options to achieve the best possible performance, these two timetable options provide an additional way to tailor the experience to your system.
The Full Timetable represents a complete operational day across the entire route. It includes services on the main line, branch lines and flyovers, creating a busy and authentic railway environment. Players will encounter extensive main line traffic, AI services at major railway hubs such as Rugby, Nuneaton, Tamworth, Stafford and Crewe, as well as freight services, empty coaching stock movements and a variety of special workings.
The Reduced Timetable has been carefully optimised from the Full Timetable to improve performance while retaining the vast majority of player drivable services. The number of drivable services is reduced from 470 to around 400, with the majority of removed services being freight workings, special movements and empty stock transfers around Crewe.
The biggest difference comes from the reduction of AI only services. Most of the optimisation work has focused on reducing non drivable traffic at major junctions, interchanges and crossover locations. This does not mean Trent Valley feels empty. The majority of main line traffic remains in place, with only a small number of services removed, including the non stop Avanti West Coast Glasgow services and some Birmingham services between Milton Keynes and Crewe.
Another important change is the use of a single Class 350 variant throughout the timetable. The Reduced Timetable exclusively uses the Class 350/4, which significantly improves performance by reducing the number of different train textures and assets that need to be loaded into the game.
Whichever timetable you choose, you will still experience a busy and engaging railway with a wide range of passenger services across the route.
We hope you have a great experience with the route, if you need any player support, you can request this from our teams on our support website.
If you missed seeing the route in action, you can revisit both the RFTV Team and guests from All Aboard Studios for the Preview of WCML: Milton Keynes - Crewe, over on YouTube and Twitch.
WCML: Trent Valley: Milton Keynes - Crewe is an Add-on for Train Sim World 6. If you've not yet upgraded, you can still do so in a number of ways.
Upgrading via Train Sim World 6: Deluxe Edition will not only give you access to three brand new routes: Riviera Line, Morristown Line and Leipzig-Dresden, but also the CrossCountry Class 220 Voyager, which layers into playable services for WCML: Trent Valley.
Find out more about Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
Upcoming Releases ▹ West Coast Mainline Trent Valley: Milton Keynes - Crewe from All Aboard Studios - Releasing Tomorrow, June 9th!
Content Up Ahead ▹ Freightliner Class 70 & Wascosa MLA Wagon from All Aboard Studios ▹ West Coast Mainline: Crewe - Preston from Just Trains - Coming Soon! ▹ BNSF GP60M & GP60B Loco from High Iron Simulations - Coming Soon! ▹ Southern Pacific Ore Lines: Hayden Branch from High Iron Simulations ▹ Thames Valley Branches from Incredible Trains ▹ Mildmay line Richmond Extension from Incredible Trains ▹ Schnellfahrstrecke Nürnberg - Ingolstadt from TSG
Patches and Updates ▹ Previous Train Sim World 6 Updates ▹ Upcoming June Patches
State of the Game - June 2026 ▹ Add-on Mounting (Positive Progress, Ongoing) ▹ Blurred Textures (Ongoing)
Community Corner ▹ June 2026 Mastery Challenges - Live Now! ▹ June 2026 Railshots Competition - Now Open!
Hello and welcome to the TSW6 June 2026 Roadmap! If you're new to our community, these roadmaps are a monthly check-in with updates on upcoming content, details on further improvements to the game and conversations with our development partners.
Get ready for a range of good updates this month, including a first look at screenshots for the Freightliner Class 70 & Wascosa MLA Wagon coming from All Aboard Studios, and details of the WCML Trent Valley route releasing tomorrow! We also have new details from High Iron Simulations and Incredible Trains on their active projects, as well as Just Trains and TSG. We'll also be providing some insights on our progress with improvements to the core software, and thoughts from our latest patches, including a rough timeline for our next 3 updates across June.
Be sure to join us for our June Roadmap livestream tonight (June 8th 2026 starting at 7pm BST), hosted by Executive Producer Matt along with Senior Community Manager Alex, where they'll be discussing all of the details below, alongside answering top community questions. Let's jump in!
Strap in and prepare to tear up this 108-mile highspeed thrill ride in what is the longest UK route ever produced for Train Sim World, courtesy of All Aboard Studios, releasing tomorrow, June 9th 2026, from 9am UTC on consoles, 15:00 UTC on Epic Games, and 17:00 UTC on Steam!
Watch our West Coast Main Line Trent Valley preview livestream, joined by the All Aboard Studios team, and learn more about the new add-on below:
Speed was built into the Trent Valley line since its inception back in September 1847. It opened to provide a more direct route from London to the North West of England, completely bypassing Birmingham. It initially ran with limited local passenger and goods trains in the October before opening to all through traffic by early December of that year.
As part of the British Rail modernisation plan, the Trent Valley line was electrified in the 1960s which allowed for high-speed trains to grace the line with their presence. Following further modernisation works in the 2000s, this allowed for the likes of the Pendolino to go full-beans; reaching speeds of up to 125mph.
As part of the British Rail modernisation plan, the Trent Valley line was electrified in the 1960s which allowed for high-speed trains to grace the line with their presence. Following further modernisation works in the 2000s, this allowed for the likes of the Pendolino to go full-beans; reaching speeds of up to 125mph.
The Trent Valley line is by far and away the longest point-to-point UK route to appear in a Train Sim World game to date - a whopping 108 miles stretching from Milton Keynes to Crewe. Throw the Evero into the mix and you've got a recipe for an hour-long sprint, tilting and weaving as you go.
Train Sim World 6: West Coast Main Line Trent Valley: Milton Keynes - Crewe will release 9th June for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam for £32.99 / €39.99 / $44.99.
AABS: "All Aboard! It’s time for our first detailed deep dive into the BR Class 70 Freightliner Loco, and it’s a PowerHaul of a deep dive into what will release with the Add-on!"
"Built by General Electric Transportation and introduced from 2009, the Class 70 brings modern freight muscle to the game. Delivered in Freightliner’s striking PowerHaul livery, this locomotive stands out on the network with its bold, high impact design and unmistakable presence. With 3,700 horsepower on tap and built for heavy haul duties across intermodal and aggregate flows, it’s a machine designed to perform and it feels every bit as strong from the driver’s seat. From long intermodal consists to heavy engineering trains, the Class 70 is built to keep things moving under pressure."
"Paired with the Class 70 locomotive are the Wascosa MLA wagons, adding a whole new layer to freight gameplay. Designed for ballast, aggregate and engineering materials, these wagons take you beyond standard runs and into the world of real railway operations from day to day workings to complex possession moves. Whether you’re delivering materials into a worksite or clearing spoil from engineering works, the MLA wagons bring a more hands on, operational feel to freight."
"This is all about variety across multiple timetables, with over 100 driveable services available on release. You’ll get stuck into 41 of these services on WCML Trent Valley operating a variety of Intermodal, JNA & MLA wagon runs, with even more across London Euston to Milton Keynes and Birmingham to Crewe (Evero Timetables Only). There’s also additional gameplay on the upcoming Thames Valley branch from Incredible Trains, with the Class 70 also set to substitute into the Mildmay line upon the extension release, giving the Class 70 a strong presence across multiple routes (Find out more on these two add-ons further on in the Roadmap)."
"However, the gameplays major highlight is a brand new timetable for Skyhook Games’s excellent Midland Mainline route, Derby, Nottingham to Leicester. Expect more freight, more traffic, and more to do, with added services and extra layers including the Class 220 Voyager and Class 170 to bring the route to life. A further 20 plus Class 70 services are driveable on this brand new timetable."
"You’ll also take on 8 engaging scenarios, including engineering works at Derby where precision shunting, tight movements and busy possessions put your skills to the test. Add in triple header runs and night time operations, along with aggregate loading at Mountsorrel, whether it's in timetable mode or the scenarios there’s plenty to master."
"Powerful, versatile and packed with gameplay, the Class 70 and MLA Wagon is set to deliver one of the most varied freight experiences yet and we’ll have more to show very soon."
Just Trains share their final development update for Crewe Preston as we build towards release, diving into of the timetable and sharing a full timelapse video!
JT: "From high speed intercity express services between Euston and Glasgow to the mundane 45mph loaded MGR workings, you will find it all in our Crewe-Preston timetable. From Crewe, where you'll see comings and goings from the various depots and yards broken up by regular stopping expresses, whilst non-stop trains roar through the station at high speed. The hustle and bustle of this Railway Centre is well captured with all 6 approaches having their own unique services, not only do you see the services from the WCML but you will also see other loco hauled services should you own the required stock. Behind Crewe station you will regularly see and hear Freightliner trains as they scuttle beneath the West Coast Main Line via the Independent Line tunnels. If you're really lucky you might even see a Class 47/3 clambering up the bank to head the Freightliner service to Holyhead!"
"Fancy a bit of lighthearted train spotting?! Away from the stations such as Crewe we have provided a number of extra spawn points aimed solely at train spotting, including Winwick Junction, Golborne and Weaver Junction, from each of these vantage points you'll be able to sit and while away the time as the West Coast Main Line of 1986/7 unfolds before your eyes, if only the smells of hot oil and exhaust could accompany such sights!"
"Fancy something totally different ? We've got you covered! Try some of the more wacky workings, we've got the early morning Class 08 fuel swap from Preston Ladywell Sidings to Wigan Springs Branch for anyone wanting to drive a "Gronk" on the West Coast Main line for a prolonged distance! A full track bash railtour is also included with the timetable for those who own Preston to Carlisle and Crewe to Preston, this working lasts around 12 hours and visits each of the branch lines and terminals, of which there are many!"
"Enjoy this timelapse footage showing the timetable that is included with the Crewe - Preston route. This fully featured timetable sees us recreate the West Coast Main Line and its surrounding branches as they appeared during the 1986-1987 Working Timetables and Trip Notices."
We'll share more information soon, and for those looking for details on the entire development process so far on the Just Trains West Coast Main Line: Crewe - Preston Blog!
And those of you who love diving into the specific and history, Just Trains have also shared a full WCML: Crewe-Preston Route Manual you can view online!
We're getting very close to the release of High Iron Simulation's next release, and bringing you all brand-new US freight power across the Cajon Pass, San Bernardino and Sherman Hill routes.
HIS: "The BNSF GP60M will be included “as built” and with “-3 rebuild” controls. And it will be joined in the pack by its cabless sister, the GP60B, and modern articulated “spine” intermodal car. The services timetable features over sixty end-to-end mainline runs, and cement train services operate between San Bernadino, Victorville, Oro Grande, and Barstow. The Barstow switching layer from the Cajon Pass timetable is included."
"Union Pacific services are recreated as a layer for owners of the Sherman Hill route. These include eight end-to-end runs via trackage rights over the BNSF and eight shorter runs on the UP’s Palmdale Cutoff."
"Along with this robust services timetable, the pack will feature four scenarios on the Cajon Pass route and four bonus scenarios on the San Berdandino route. Together, the scenarios deliver experiences ranging from hustling priority intermodal traffic across Cajon Pass to challenging industry switching duties on the San Bernardino route."
With its BNSF GP60M Loco pack nearing release, the HIS team is still hard at work on completion of its first TSW route – the Southern Pacific Ore Lines – which will recreate the Southern Pacific’s Hayden Branch in Arizona.
Let's give a full recap of what you can expect with this route for US Freight fans, alongside the latest information and new development screenshots:
Legendary for its heavy-haul and tough railroading amid dramatic Western desert scenery, Southern Pacific’s Hayden Branch linked the sprawling open-pit copper mine at Ray, Arizona, to copper smelter and mill facilities at Hayden, Arizona. The ~20 tortuous route miles between Ray and Hayden served as a 24/7, always bustling artery over which the railroad lugged millions of tons of copper ore from mine to mill, and, in return, hauled finished copper metals outbound. The Hayden Branch connected at Ray Junction with the remainder of the Southern Pacific system via SP’s Tucson Division.
The TSW route will be set circa 1980 as a Southern Pacific line (today, the railroad is the regional Copper Basin Railway). Among the features of the upcoming route will be:
The route wending its way along the Gila River and through Western “cactus country” of the Sonoran Desert from Ray via Ray Junction to Hayden. The route climbs over grades of up to 2 percent with track speeds to 30 miles per hour.
Authentic re-creation of the sprawling open-pit copper mine and adjoining servicing facilities at Ray, Arizona.
Detailed re-creations of the mill, smelter, yard, and unloading facilities at Hayden.
The route will include a wealth of authentic new equipment including:
Southern Pacific’s Electro-Motive GP35 diesel road-switcher and Southern Pacific C30-4 bay-window steel caboose.
Distinctive and interactive Magor-built ore-hauling gondola, 43-foot acid tank car (sulphuric acid being a byproduct of copper smelting), and Southern Pacific 56-foot anode flat car (for outbound ore ingots).
Bringing the Hayden Branch – and its remarkable operating challenges – to life will be an extensive range of timetabled services and scenario-based gameplay, including:
Several round trips of loaded 6,000-ton copper-ore train movements from Ray mine to the Hayden unloader and empty trains making the reverse run to the mine.
One round trip of the “Unit train” delivering sulphuric acid from the smelter to the mine and returning with empty tank cars and copper ore concentrate loads.
Complex loading and unloading duties at Ray and Hayden.
Hours of switching and transfer movements around the sprawling Hayden smelter.
Mainline transfer runs from Hayden to Ray Junction, including assembling and breaking up the mainline train at Hayden Yard.
Interchange operations with the neighboring San Manuel Arizona railroad.
The upcoming Southern Pacific Ore Lines promises to deliver a diverse and challenging heavy-haul, round-the-clock railroading experience!
We announced Thames Valley Branches from Incredible Trains during the May 2026 Roadmap which covered some basic information on the branches and the stations across the route. Today, we're thrilled to have even more information from Incredible Trains, but this time it's for the Thames Valley Branches! Johannes has an in-depth update on the route's development, so let's jump right in.
Johannes: "As development on the Thames Valley Branches continues, I wanted to highlight some of the features and technologies that are helping make this one of the most immersive projects I have worked on for Train Sim World. From the very beginning, the focus of this project has been authenticity, atmosphere, and detail."
"A major design decision was to develop the Windsor, Henley, and Marlow branches as three independent, self-contained lines. Because the services on these branches naturally operate independently, connecting them through the Great Western Main Line would not have significantly expanded gameplay possibilities and would instead have recreated gameplay already available on Great Western Express."
By separating the branches, I was able to dedicate far more of the available performance budget towards scenery density, environmental detail, and route immersion.
Operationally, the route offers a varied and realistic timetable:
Windsor services operate every 20 minutes
Henley services run every 30 minutes
Marlow services run hourly, increasing to every 30 minutes during peak times
Every service starts and finishes within the respective branch itself, accurately reflecting real-world operations.
"One of the most exciting additions is the implementation of the fully interactable token system on the Marlow branch. This feature recreates the authentic working practices of the line and introduces a completely unique gameplay element rarely seen in Train Sim World."
"A huge amount of development time has also gone into environmental immersion. For the first time in TSW, most houses across the route use parallax window technology to simulate detailed 3D interiors. This significantly enhances visual depth and transforms how towns and residential areas look during night operations."
"The route world is also filled with animated and reactive detail, including moving river traffic and pigeons that scatter as trains or players approach."
"Beyond that, there has been a strong emphasis on real-world authenticity through carefully recreated road signage and realistic local bus branding throughout the map."
"The goal with all of these features is to make the route feel believable and lived in, not simply visually accurate."
"The project has continued to make excellent progress, with ongoing work centred around polishing the route experience and refining the many smaller details across all three branches. I can’t wait to show more of what’s been coming together."
Now that we've finished sharing the latest for the Thames Valley Branches, let's hear more about Incredible Train's continued work on the Mildmay Extension!
Onto Incredible Trains; Johannes has provided an update on the upcoming Mildmay line Extension, including information on performance optimisation on the route to improve frame rates for the original routes as well as the extension.
Johannes: "Work on the Richmond Extension has been progressing extremely well, and the project is now in a very strong state overall. Over recent months, a significant amount of development time has been dedicated not only to the extension itself, but also to improving the experience across the existing route as a whole."
"A major focus has been performance optimisation. Extensive work has been carried out to improve overall frame rates throughout both the original route and the extension, alongside a large number of texture memory optimisations aimed at addressing blurry texture issues and improving visual consistency during gameplay."
"These improvements have allowed the route to maintain it's high level of environmental detail while also delivering a noticeably smoother and more stable experience overall."
"I’m also very pleased to confirm that TfL has kindly provided access to the original announcement audio files for both the Class 378 and the station announcement system. As a result, the Richmond Extension will feature authentic, officially licensed TfL train and station announcements throughout the route."
"This is a feature I know many players have been hoping for, and it adds a huge amount of authenticity and atmosphere to the overall experience."
"Development continues to focus on refinement, polish, and ensuring the route delivers the highest possible level of immersion and quality across the entire network."
Thank you Johannes, we can't wait to share more in future updates!
We've also checked in with the TSG development team on their next route in development, and a few new screenshots of their progress since last month!
This is the fastest ever German High Speed route, boasting an incredible 300km/h running speed with the ICE 3 and München-Nürnberg-Express. The route is famous for setting some speed records as with the Taurus achieving 357km/h on a test run!
Enjoy the DB BR 101 with München Nürnberg Express wagons and cab car, as well as the DB BR 403 ICE 3 included on the route!
Add-ons Still In Development
As a nod to other projects in-development, we haven't got any updates to share this month for the below add-ons, but they are still progressing with their respective teams, and we'll aim to share more information when we have further updates!
Cargo Line Vol.6 - Gas
Tadami Line: Aizu Wakamatsu-Tadami
BNSF Snoot Nose SD40-2
Lisbon - Setúbal
Rhein-Niers-Bahn
Cumbrian Coast: Carlisle - Whitehaven
Neckartalbahn: Heidelberg - Neckarelz
DB BR 420
This month, we wanted to provide a summary and reflection of our development on the core improvements and key systems we've been trackign since we released Train Sim World, and sharing thoughts and details on what we're doing next.
Blurred Textures \
Our teams have been tackling optimisation as a priority since the plague of blurred visuals appearing in TSW starting occuring, especially impacting some specific add-ons more than others. We discussed in detail that multiple factors lead to texture quality dropping, usually forming from a combination of hardware memory limitations, optimisation efficiency and content implementation, and we've learnt over the last few months how to more effectively work to stricter limitations, either from our Dovetail team, or by working with our talented third-party development groups, and fundamentally sharing those learnings across the teams. To be clear, our work on bettering optimisation will remain a top priority, however, we're happy to have made progress, and many of our recent releases have proven that we can work to mitigate this issue.
The goal remains the same, but moving forwards, we'll look at discussing other key topics in our State of the Game updates, and coming back to optimisation when we have larger updates and details to bring you.
Add-on Mounting Optimisations \
Our development into smarter content loading optimisations is continuing, but taking longer than we initially anticipated. It works in tandem is general optimisation updates, with the goal of lowering the sizes of dependant content with layered add-ons to avoid instances where certain content fails to load when crossing over these platform-based limitations. We'll aim to bring more news of these improvements when we've got details worth highlighting.
Note from Senior Community Manager Alex: I'd like to keep exploring topics and discussions around the State of the Game, and ensure this is a segment we continue each month, so that we remain communicative and honest to you all across the community, and help bring you a clear insight into what priorities we're making for Train Sim World. Are there any topics you'd like to hear us discuss next? Feel free to comment on this Roadmap blog, via the Forums, Discord, or chat to us on the Roadmap livestream to share your thoughts!
Great Western Express & Riviera Line - May 5th – A small update for Great Western Express and the Riviera Line to address a couple timetable and scenario issues.
New York - Stamford - May 12th – A moderate update, with fixes and improvements to the New York - Stamford route, including improvements to the M8, other rolling stock, route visuals, audio and more.
TSW6 Core Update - May 28th – Our recent major update, with a range of new improvements across a range of content, including the BR Class 805, Birmingham Crewe, Dresden Leipzig, DB BR 147, Great Western Express, Frankfurt S-Bahn, Frankfurt Fulda and more.
\ – A recent hotfix to address TSW game crashes when launching the game, particularly on PS4 platforms, following from our previous core update.
Coming up in June, we've outlined some key dates for us to release a range of improvements that we've been testing from multiple of our development partners, and lining these up as core updates alongside a range of fixes from your community feedback. We're hoping this helps address the issues you've identified, and helps us elevate your experience with a range of content across the month.
We don't have specific details of what is included in each update, but we can provide some tentative dates that we're currently working towards, and some notes of the purpose of each update. Please note that dates may change due to testing timelines and unforeseen circumstances, and we'll aim to keep you informed.
June 16th 2026
TSW6 Core Update \ - Includes Class 90 updates, Riviera Line, WCML South, Medway Valley Line, as well as Expert DB BR 145 changes and more.
June 23rd 2026
TSW6 Core Update \ - Includes Morristown Line, San Bernardino as well as Fife Circle, Edinburgh Glasgow and more.
June 30th 2026
TSW6 Core Update \ - Includes Leipzig Dresden, Frankfurt Fulda, Pfälzische ludwigsbahn, Niddertalbahn, Mittenwaldbahn, Expert BR 101, BR 194 and E94 railtour pack and more.
This should help outline our goals with the next few patches, and once we can confirm patch notes, we'll share these across community spaces.
Last week we shared a joint statement with the ATS development team regarding the BR Class 90, with an apology for the quality of the add-on on its release, outlinging the missteps from both of our teams, and what processes we're changing to avoid this from happening again in future. We also provided a range of details about the updates you can expect, aiming to align with the June 16th update noted above.
Here's a top-level summary of the changes ATS are aiming to make in this full Class 90 update:
Safety Systems & Controller Bindings (AWS/TPWS/DSD)
Overhauled Speed Set System
Tandem Operations & Brake Logic
Audio Adjustments & Loop Overhauls
Testing & Optimisation, including core code optimisation to improve overall performance
There will be more changes alongside these key areas, and we'll share the full patch notes alongside our update in mid-June.
Moving Forward & Lessons Learned
Both DTG and ATS remain fully committed to hearing your additional feedback following this update and ensuring that any remaining areas are identified and worked into subsequent updates if required.
Whilst this development has been challenging for both ourselves and DTG - learning the finer details of Simugraph and Unreal Engine have been steps on this journey, and DTG have been reviewing the available documentation support and processes they can offer new developers - we believe the lessons we've learnt will make our future projects together stronger. We look forward both future improvements and Add-ons with all the above in mind.
Thank you all for sharing your feedback, for holding us to account, and for your patience while we work to make this add-on right. We will keep you updated with additional communication as soon as the build is ready for deployment.
Read the full statement and in-depth details on upcoming updates to the Class 90.
The June 2026 Mastery Challenges are now live! For those who are looking to get a little extra out of their drives, check out the latest mastery and pick up new in-game rewards!
Tier 1 for the June 2026 Decal
Summer Break - Play Free Roam for a total of 10 minutes.
Collectibles to the Southwest, Thousands of Them - Collect 6 Collectables.
Tier 2 for the UK Summer Poster
Win Farming - Complete 12 Scenarios, Timetables or Tutorials.
I Believe in Learning on the Job - Gain 80,000 XP
I Don't Believe in the No-Win Scenario - Complete 3 Scenarios.
Our May RailShots competition closed a few days ago, and winners for the 'Springtime' theme have been contacted with their prizes. Even though we’re only on our 2nd month of the new Railshots competition, it has been difficult to choose winners every single time! You’re all far too talented.
Our winners are…
The June 2026 RailShots competition theme is: Pride on the Railways
We're taking Pride further with this theme - What gives you a sense of pride on the railways? Is it a particular loco or train? A livery you've designed yourself? Send us your screenshots in the Railshots section on either the forum or the Dovetail Discord and you could be in with winning an add-on of your choice along with having your screenshot shared on our socials!
Please only send one entry per theme, and make sure your screenshots haven't been edited to keep it fair to other competitors.
Be sure to join us for our June Roadmap livestream tonight (June 8th 2026 starting at 7pm BST) on our YouTube and Twitch channels, hosted by Executive Producer Matt along with Senior Community Manager Alex, where they'll be discussing all of the details below, alongside answering top community questions.
Our Dovetail Discord server has now passed over 11,000 members! This is an incredible milestone to reach so soon, and of the time writing this roadmap, we're actually on the approach to 11k and beyond.
Thank you to everyone who supports this space, whether you were there as a Day One Member or new to the Discord, a Competiton Winner or someone who likes admiring the screenshots, or even our fantastic Community Moderator's who help keep the peace. We're grateful to have you with us in this journey!
This has been a brand new endeavour for Dovetail in the last year, and something our Community team have poured countless hours of love into building. It doesn't stop here either, as we're looking at how we can keep elevating this space, and continually growing and making this a community you're proud to be involved in. We've got new Q&As planned that we'll aim to shot throughout the coming months - so stay tuned!
Make sure you’re joining our teams on our Dovetail Live forums and Train Sim Community community-led Discord that we are active in – and let us know what you’re looking forward to most.
Discover more on Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, and Discord
Hello everyone,
Today we would like to share an important update regarding the BR Class 90 Electric Freight Loco, addressing the feedback surrounding its launch, and outlining what you can expect next from our teams at Dovetail Games and Alan Thomson Simulation (ATS).
Firstly, we want to apologise for the quality of the add-on on its release. We know how highly anticipated this iconic piece of UK freight traction was, and the launch build fell far short of the quality and standards you should expect. There were clear missteps in both our communication and development processes during the final stages before release, and both teams take full ownership of our respective parts in that.
Our teams wanted to take some time to align internally before coming out with our plans moving forward, letting the development progress, so we could confidently detail what changes will be on the way, and hopefully showing that we have listened, understood, and acted on the feedback shared.
Over the last few weeks, both our groups have worked closely together to correct critical errors, clear out background issues, and implement performance optimisations. A comprehensive update is now currently undergoing rigorous QA testing before we can share this with you. It is planned to release within the first half of June, alongside our next core update, and we will share the exact date as soon as the builds are locked into that schedule or update you all if anything changes.
Here is exactly what has been fixed, adjusted, and overhauled for this upcoming update:
Safety Systems & Controller Bindings (AWS/TPWS/DSD): The safety system controller binding fix was originally due to be included in the launch build. However, when investigating this further, the fix brought to light deeper errors within the underlying safety system coding. Resolving this properly required a complete, ground-up rewrite of the safety systems. With invaluable help and technical support from DTG, ATS have successfully rewritten this code to ensure the AWS, TPWS, and DSD systems are now functioning exactly as intended. They can be acknowledged via standard controller keybinds without requiring a keyboard workaround or awkward in-cab crosshair clicking on consoles. Additionally, safety system statuses will now be correctly retained during cab changes, eliminating the need to reset them manually.
Overhauled Speed Set System: We have completely overhauled the Speed Set system. The original implementation has been removed and rebuilt from the ground up to utilise DTG’s core Simugraph framework with minimal code intervention, ensuring it now functions reliably in line with expected behaviour.
Tandem Operations & Brake Logic: We have re-coded the direction and power logic for tandem driving following DTG’s specific technical recommendations.
Fixed the DSD issue that caused an unrecoverable brake dump.
Fixed the parking brake logic so they can no longer be engaged or released while the train is moving.
Audio Adjustments & Loop Overhauls: We heard your feedback regarding the cab audio environment loud and clear. The windscreen wiper audio and the prominent, short cab HVAC loops have been completely overhauled with new assets. We have also fine-tuned the volume levels and balances to iron out jarring sound transitions. The audio is now in a much more stable place, but because sound is highly subjective, we welcome specific feedback regarding volume levels or bass/treble balance once the update is live so we can fine-tune further if needed.
Testing & Optimisation: We have cleaned up the core code to improve overall performance, implementing critical code corrections to maximise frame-rate stability and eliminate background errors. These fixes have been thoroughly tested across solo, x2, x3, and loaded freight configurations to ensure the locomotive behaves reliably under normal operating conditions.
Areas Beyond the Scope of This Update
Bringing you a meaningful update also means being upfront about what we couldn't include in this specific June update. We want to be clear on where we stand with two major areas of community feedback:
Timetable & AI Integration: We know there is a strong desire to see the Class 90 fully integrated into wider AI layers and other routes. While we are actively working on plans to bring the Class 90 to the Manchester Airport Commuter (MAC) route in the future, timetable engineering and wider AI integration are completely outside the scope of this particular stability update.
Locomotive Textures: During development, the visual textures of the Class 90 were heavily optimised to strictly prevent the well-known "blurred textures" issue from occurring. Reading your feedback, we realise this optimisation went too far into the "safe zone," resulting in a loss of visual fidelity. We are currently working closely with DTG to find a happy medium that restores crispness without breaking console stability.
In the meantime: We will be hosting a texture mod on the ATS website for PC players to download if they wish. Please note that this is a temporary workaround and we do not consider it a permanent solution. Because this workaround cannot help our console community, our ultimate goal remains finding a proper, balanced texture update that can be deployed safely to both PC and console platforms alike.
Moving Forward & Lessons Learned
Both DTG and ATS remain fully committed to hearing your additional feedback following this update and ensuring that any remaining areas are identified and worked into subsequent updates if required.
Whilst this development has been challenging for both ourselves and DTG - learning the finer details of Simugraph and Unreal Engine have been steps on this journey, and DTG have been reviewing the available documentation support and processes they can offer new developers - we believe the lessons we've learnt will make our future projects together stronger. We look forward both future improvements and Add-ons with all the above in mind.
Thank you all for sharing your feedback, for holding us to account, and for your patience while we work to make this add-on right. We will keep you updated with additional communication as soon as the build is ready for deployment.
Strap in and prepare to tear up this 108-mile highspeed thrill ride in what is the longest UK route ever produced for Train Sim World, courtesy of All Aboard Studios. Your weapons of choice? The Avanti West Coast BR Class 807 Evero and Class 350/4 expresses.
Add WCML Trent Valley to your Steam Wishlist
“Headed up by Dan and Kieran, we are a team built on passion, expertise, and a drive to push railway simulation further than ever before. With years of experience in both game development and the railway industry, our expert team has been behind a variety of releases for Train Sim World and Train Simulator Classic, crafting detailed routes, rolling stock, and immersive environments that players have enjoyed for years. Now, we’re bringing that knowledge, skill, and ambition into our own Train Sim World releases, and we couldn’t be more excited to share what’s coming.”
Their first route, WCML Birmingham - Crewe, and loco Add-on, the Avanti West Coast Class 805, were then announced in Dovetail Direct Summer 2025's Take-A-Ticket segment and the August Roadmap.
Speed was built into the Trent Valley line since its inception back in September 1847. It opened to provide a more direct route from London to the North West of England, completely bypassing Birmingham. It initially ran with limited local passenger and goods trains in the October before opening to all through traffic by early December of that year.
As part of the British Rail modernisation plan, the Trent Valley line was electrified in the 1960s which allowed for high-speed trains to grace the line with their presence. Following further modernisation works in the 2000s, this allowed for the likes of the Pendolino to go full-beans; reaching speeds of up to 125mph.
The Trent Valley line is by far and away the longest point-to-point UK route to appear in a Train Sim World game to date - a whopping 108 miles stretching from Milton Keynes to Crewe. Throw the Evero into the mix and you've got a recipe for an hour-long sprint, tilting and weaving as you go. Speaking of which...
The latest innovation of the AT300 fleet, the Evero entered into service in October 2024, replacing Avanti West Coast's Class 221 Super Voyager. Powered via 25 kV 50 Hz AC overhead electrification, this 182 metre-long bolt of lightning can hit speeds of up to 125mph. It also includes a regenerative braking system that harvests energy when the brakes are applied, improving efficiency on this high-speed route. Not that you would notice all of this going on outside as the interior boasts spacious and ergonomic seating, enhanced legroom, and noise reduction measures to ensure a quieter journey - like sitting on a very fast cloud.
The Class 350/4 is a high-performance subclass of the Class 350, built for 25 kV AC overhead electrification and designed to handle both regional and intercity work with ease. A regular sight on the West Coast Main Line, the Class 350/4 offers comfortable seating and first-class accommodation for longer journeys. This thing is no slouch either, with a top speed of 110 mph, it’s just as capable stopping at local stations across Warwickshire and Staffordshire as it is stretching its legs and gunning it on faster runs between Stafford and Crewe.
There are 478 total playable services available in timetable mode, but once you factor in AI, you’re looking at 2,301 layers in total. The add-on introduces a range of scenarios such as recovering failed trains and operating in poor weather conditions with realistic dialogue when communicating with the signaller.
All Aboard Studios will share a detailed breakdown of layers and service patterns in their own Dev Diary. But to wet your whistle for what’s to come, here are the add-ons required to add more playable and AI services to the timetable:
Avanti West Coast Class 390 Pendolino
Avanti West Coast Class 805 Evero
CrossCountry Class 220 Voyager (2x services, plus AI at Stafford & Tamworth High Level
BR Class 350/2 and /3 (Birmingham - Crewe)
BR Class 350/1 (Euston – Milton Keynes)
DRS Class 66 (Engineering Express Pack)
DB Class 66 (Euston – Milton Keynes)
Rail Head Treatment Train
ROG Class 37
Northern Class 323 Wolverton Works run & Crewe AI (Glossop Line)
TFW Class 150/153 ECS moves & AI (Cardiff City Network)
EMT Class 158 Express Sprinter (Midland Main Line)
WMR Class 170s at Nuneaton
XC Class 170s at Nuneaton and Tamworth High Level
Cargo Line Petroleum used for AI freight through Tamworth High Level
Cargo Line Aggregates used for AI freight through Nuneaton
Carry containers between Daventry and Crewe with the DRS Class 66 from Rivet Games' Engineering Express pack, DIRFT is a frequent DRS hub and you'll be shunting and attaching to trains bound for Basford Hall.
Weave through Wolverton and power round the curve through Rugby in the Class 390 Pendolino, which offers a variety of limited and non-stop services across the Trent Valley.
323 meets 323! A rather lost Northern Class 323 passes through the lower platforms of Lichfield Trent Valley, the terminus of the Cross-City line, briefly saying hi to a classmate on its way south to Wolverton for refurbishment.
A pair of Sprinters scream through snowy scenes on an ECS move from Barton Under Needwood to Chester, having taken over at Lichfield. Despite giving it all the beans, it's certainly no Pendolino, making for some thrilling overtake action!
Making its way from Leicester LIP, a light engine ROG Class 37 approaches the Trent Valley Line from the Nuneaton Flyover, preparing to join the route for an early morning jaunt towards Crewe.
Scenarios, Collectibles and Mastery Challenges will also be available, as per most Train Sim World route Add-ons.
Train Sim World 6: West Coast Main Line Trent Valley: Milton Keynes - Crewe will release June 9th for £32.99 / €39.99 / $44.99.
WCML: Milton Keynes - Crewe is an Add-on for Train Sim World 6. If you've not yet upgraded, you can still do so in a number of ways.
Upgrading via Train Sim World 6: Deluxe Edition will not only give you access to three brand new routes: Riviera Line, Morristown Line and Leipzig-Dresden, but also the CrossCountry Class 220 Voyager, which layers into services for WCML: Milton Keynes - Crewe.
Find out more about Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
Good day folks,
Today, we're releasing a patch across all platforms that introduces various improvements for multiple route and loco AddOns.
Please allow up to 24 hours for the patch to arrive on your system. Some systems may update in standby mode without your notice.
Highlights
Class 805 - Performance optimisation to help reduce crashes and memory issues
Birmingham Crewe - Reduced blurry textures and improved memory efficiency
Birmingham Crewe - Fixed certain services with incorrect on-foot spawning
Dresden Leipzig - Fixed blank service name in “Yard Work Is Hard Work” chapter
DB 147 - Fixed an issue when the player pressed the brake cut-in button during setup the brakes would lose all pressure even if they are fully applied
DB 147 - Now appears in Scenario Designer when Off The Rails is disabled
Added Rail driver support to GWE Class 43
Added Rail driver support to Riviera Line Class 802
BR Class 805
Improved timetable stability and reliability across multiple services
Performance optimisation to help reduce crashes and memory issues
Added settings for reduced timetable on all platforms to improve performance
Added and corrected a number of Avanti and LNWR services
Reduced the frequency of certain fault events
Improved Class 805 speed limit behaviour
Improved weather glass/mask visuals
Fixed issues with brakes and AWS/TPWS self-test behaviour
Fixed several service count, routing, timing, and destination display issues
Fixed a propulsion changeover issue that could cause crashes
Class 805 – WCML: London-Milton Keynes Timetable Changes
Removed LU AI at Queens Park
Removed AWC nonstop Ai services to Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow
Removed a small number of playable 390 services at peak time
Class 805 – Brimingham-Crewe Timetable Changes
Removed static AI
Reduced AI at Crewe such as Northern, TfW and EMT services
Removed some AI AWC services between Stafford and Crewe
Cardiff City Commuter
Fixed the bogie placement and rotation on Class 150
Birmingham Crewe
Improved overall performance across the route, including around Birmingham New Street and between Wolverhampton and Birmingham
Reduced blurry textures and improved memory efficiency
Added a variety of route-wide scenery fixes and general polish
Improved lighting in Sandwell and Dudley and ramps at Penkridge
Updated Scenario Designer pathing to ensure all paths work correctly
Fixed incorrect collision issues in several areas
Fixed various OHLE gaps along the route
Fixed station announcements, so terminating announcements now play correctly
Fixed issues affecting scenario completion so that scenarios are now fully completable
Corrected scenario intro/outro messaging
Re-simulated the timetable following track and service updates
Fixed timetable-related issues, including delays at Birmingham New Street and Freight visibility issues
Fixed services not displaying correctly on PIS boards
Fixed certain services with incorrect on-foot spawning
Various localisation improvements throughout the route
In order to prioritise timetable optimisation where it counts most, in addition to the above notes, railtours have been removed from the timetable.
Class 350
Added a doppler effect to the Class 350 horn
Added a new tooltip for setting up the Reverser to Neutral in the Class 350 safety systems tutorial
Improved horns fade, so it now fades correctly with distance
Improved suspension systems across the fleet
Reworked and optimised the Class 350 texture sets to improve performance
Resolved objective issues Class 350 tutorial
Fixed an issue with window textures flashing (z-fighting)
Fixed incorrect braking behaviour
Fixed issues with GSM-R switching off unexpectedly
Updated train faults so they behave correctly and no longer appear when disabled
Fixed incorrect train animation issues
Corrected livery designer issue for Class 350/1 listing
Fixed seating issues where NPCs could occupy the same seat, or players could sit in occupied seats
Fixed HUD flickering caused by suspension behaviour
Fixed faults not working correctly on supported units
Fixed AWS ramp issues
BR Class 390
Applied suspension improvements to improve overall behaviour
Optimised textures on the loco to improve memory usage
Great Western Express Remastered
Class 43 HST
Restored wheel squeal on the Class 43 when taking tight curves
Added track junction thud sounds
Added Rail driver support
Riviera Line
Applied suspension improvements to improve overall behaviour
GWR Class 150 now appears in scenario designer correctly
Fixed inconsistency between Vehicle number shown in game and Pause/Overview menu
Fixed an issue where an AI train could leave the map without ending the service
Added Rail driver support with GWR 802
Fixed an issue on service 1C91 for the Class 802 when brakes can only be released from the opposite cab
BR Class 220
Applied suspension improvements to improve overall behaviour
Fixed an issue with carriages overlapping when loading service 1S41 from the Journey mode
Fixed an issue where AI trains PIS would not update when they took over a service
Updated AI train logic
East Coast Mainline
Applied suspension improvements to improve overall behaviour
GBR Class 802
Unified suspension settings across all vehicles to ensure consistent suspension physics
Fixed incorrect train formation where the train was spawning with two DPTS cars and no DPTF
Fixed fuel cap attachment points so refuelling hoses now connect correctly
Railpool Vectron
Journey Mode now loads correctly and appears in the Kassel–Würzburg route menu
Fixed various translation errors on the route
BR 101 Expert Kassel Gameplay Pack
Scenario “Evacuation”: AI freight train now passes correctly through Würzburg during loco setup
Stuttgart Heilbronn
Added line numbers to S5 depot moves at Bietigheim. Depot moves at Biegtigheim should now show ‘S5 Bietigheim’
Added BR 423 tutorial, journey chapter, and scenario designer formations
Added ZWS readings for kV and Ampere for standard ZWS locos and BR145 Expert
Fixed incorrect magnet type at Heilbronn Hbf Platform 4, it now correctly triggers 500 Hz
Fixed MCB and TrainLine indicators for Wittenberger Cab Car
Train lights now work correctly for n-Wagen coaches
Dresden Leipzig
Improved foliage, terrain paint, and missing buildings across multiple tiles
Restored iconic view of Niederwartha hydro plant by removing obstructing trees
PZB magnets north of Weinböhla now only trigger PZB 2000 Hz brake if above 135 km/h
LZB entry at Engelsdorf yard fixed to prevent instant Übertragungsausfall
Corrected platform collision at Dresden Freiberger Straße
Fixed night lighting at Gerichshain station
Fixed floating cars over the bridge at Machern station
Fixed floating signage at Oschatz station
Fixed snow appearing on tracks inside Dresden Hbf and Dresden Neustadt
Fixed missing “DB HAUPTBAHNHOF (S)” signage at relevant stations
Fixed invisible walls at Leipzig Hbf
Fixed NPC clipping and navigation at Priestewit station
Fixed blank service name in “Yard Work Is Hard Work” chapter
Fixed landscape anomaly in Friedrichstadt tunnel
BR 442
Fixed an issue with brake pressure not releasing properly on the BR 442
Fixed an issue with gauge light brightness not working on the BR 442
Camera transitions improved to reduce clipping and allow proper vehicle to exit
Added collision to prevent camera entering the vehicle for BR 442
Signal Improvements
Cossebaude signal F now displays correct aspects
Weissig signal G now supports Ra12
Niederau signal 18A now announces next speed limit (Zs3v)
Removed incorrect Zs8 trigger at Niederau
Signals near Coswig now correctly show Hl7–12 (expect 40/60)
Signals now show both shunt and mainline aspects simultaneously
Dresden Riesa
Minor updates to localization in the route
The end of session message now no longer appears when going to 'Roderau' station from 'Riesa' station
BR 147
Added line number to S5 trains departing Bietigheim
Added throttle button sound
Added distance alert sound with correct logic
Shortened and improved LZB Schnarre tone
Adjusted compressor audio so cab 2 (Rear cab) is louder than cab 1 (front cab) to more accurately reflect real world
Traction motor pitch now fades correctly around 50 km/h for more realistic acceleration sound
Fixed an issue when the player pressed the brake cut-in button during setup the brakes would lose all pressure even if they are fully applied
Traction lock now applies correctly when braking
Electric brake now overrides throttle when appropriate
BR147 now appears in Scenario Designer when Off The Rails is disabled
Frankfurt S-Bahn
Added signage for 2000Hz PZB magnets GPA speeds at Frankfurt Tief
Added interaction for cab door blinds on Dosto Cab Car
Added new PZB GPA checked speed signage
Reworked HV distant signal logic so they correctly announce KS signals
Fixed landscape collision at Flörsheim yard so player will no longer fall through the ground
Triple Header scenario now playable with classic controls
Removed OHLE assets from tracks near Frankfurt Hbf
BR 423
Added missing door audio to BR 423
Fixed an issue where wipers did not clear the windows
Frankfurt Fulda
Fixed missing collision terrain at Wächtersbach station (player no longer falls through ground)
Magnet at Frankfurt BkSig 208 updated to 2000/1000 Hz
Magnet at Neuhof corrected so it no longer behaves like a main signal magnet
Various localisation fixes across the route
BR 114
Rear cab text colour updated to match front cab
Emergency valve logic separated from automatic brake for more accurate behaviour
Wiper controls remapped: cab wipers now primary input; individual wipers moved to alternate input
Speedometer animations remapped for smoother, more accurate movement
Hold onto your tickets…the Steam May Madness Sale is pulling into the station, and it’s packed with unmissable deals from May 11th - May 25th.
Whether you’re looking to expand your collection, explore new routes, or grab a bargain faster than the Pendolino at full tilt, there’s never been a better time to jump onboard.
Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor is joining the May Madness celebrations!
Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor is receiving its first-ever discount on Steam, making now the perfect time to begin your adventure across Sodor. Join the classic engines, Thomas, Percy, Gordon, Emily and Diesel to explore iconic landmarks across the Island of Sodor. Players can ride along with North Western Railway’s Number 5 engine, James. Experience 4 additional scenarios as part of the Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor Deluxe Edition
Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor is powered by Train Sim World, combining the unparalleled detail and realism of Unreal Engine and Simugraph with accessible controls to create a timeless experience that all Thomas & Friends™ fans can enjoy, now at a great new price for a limited time only!
With West Coast Main Line: Trent Valley and Crewe - Preston fast approaching, there’s no better time to get familiar with one of Britain’s busiest rail corridors.
West Coast Main Line: Birmingham - Crewe has its first discount! With layers, route hopping and future expansions on the horizon, this is the perfect time to get onboard.
Bring even more life to East Coastway with additional Southern services using the BR Class 171 and BR Class 377/3. Whether you’re running coastal commuter services or weaving through the Sussex countryside, this pairing delivers extra variety across one of Train Sim World’s most scenic southern routes.
Keep the Midlands moving with extra regional and commuter operations. The BR Class 170 introduces additional CrossCountry and West Midlands Railway services, adding more traffic and variety to Birmingham Cross-City Line’s busy suburban timetable.
Snake your way along one of the busiest stretches of the Northeast Corridor with commuter services between New York and Stamford. Add the Amtrak Acela for sleek intercity operations weaving between local traffic along the eastern seaboard.
Travel across multiple eras of German railroading, from 1980s operations and classic electric traction to modern passenger and freight services. The BR 194 & E94 Railtour Pack adds a historic timetable to Linke Rheinstrecke’s 1990s setting, while Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn brings the iconic locomotive into a more modern-era railway through special preserved railtour scenarios.
Featuring deeper systems, advanced operational gameplay and highly detailed functionality, these German locos are designed for players wanting the most in-depth simulation experience possible. Expect faults and issues that will make your experience even more immersive.
Hop aboard modern commuter operations in Northern England, race across northern Germany, or tackle busy Amtrak and MBTA services in the USA.
These deals are only available for a limited time on Steam from May 11th - May 25th, so make sure you grab your favourites before they depart!
A new livery takes to the rails
A new iconic look is arriving soon in Train Sim World 6! Introducing the Great British Railways Class 802, showcasing a bold new livery that represents the next chapter of rail travel across the UK.
In collaboration with the UK Government, Dovetail Games has supported the debut of this brand-new identity since its initial unveiling on the platform in 2025. This marks the first time players can experience the new GBR livery, even before it appears across real-world services nationwide.
From city to coast Take charge of the Class 802 across two iconic UK routes in Train Sim World 6:
East Coast Main Line: Peterborough – Doncaster
Riviera Line: Exeter – Plymouth & Paignton
Experience the contrast between high-speed mainline running and scenic coastal operations. From navigating Newark Flat Crossing to running alongside the Dawlish Sea Wall, each route offers a distinct driving experience. Across both routes, the Class 802 introduces new gameplay opportunities. Take on two dedicated scenarios per route, each offering unique challenges tailored to their environments. Take on a range of bespoke scenarios, including:
Flying the Flag Take the 802 to the depot for a repaint before collecting the newly painted train and taking it out for its first service.
Riviera Rendezvous Take control of a special service celebrating the history of the Riviera Line while visiting historic landmarks along the route.
Snow Stopper Weeave through track closures and delays during a cold snap in the West Country.
Can’t Park There, Sir! A car has caused a level crossing failure, delaying passenger services on the ECML.
In addition, a special “All Stops” timetable service has been added in each direction on both routes:
ECML: 1Z78 and 1Z79
Riviera Line: 1Z44 and 1Z45
You’ll also encounter the GBR Class 802 through select timetable substitutions, adding even more variety to your experience. Take it further in Free Roam and explore the network on your own terms with the new GBR livery.
A first for Train Sim World
This release is unlike anything we have done before. The GBR Class 802 marks the debut of a real-world livery in-game before it has been fully rolled out across the railway. A significant milestone for Train Sim World.
As Great British Railways prepares to launch as a publicly owned system from 2027, this new livery is expected to act as a template for trains across the country. It gives players an early glimpse into the future of UK rail.
Drive the GBR Class 802 BMU - Available May 6th
Part of the renowned AT300 family, the Class 802 is a versatile bi-mode multiple unit capable of operating on both electrified and non-electrified routes.
Seamlessly switch between overhead electric power and onboard diesel engines as you adapt to the demands of the route ahead. The GBR Class 802 delivers a modern, dynamic driving experience.
Train Sim World 6: Great British Railways Class 802 is releasing on May 6th 2026, 2026, for Epic Games Store, Steam, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 for £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99.
For the full experience, we recommend owning Train Sim World 6: Riviera Line and ECML: Peterborough to Doncaster, available on the same platforms for £29.99 / €35.99 / $39.99.
Coming in this month's Roadmap
▹ GBR Class 802 Releasing Tomorrow!
▹ WCML: Trent Valley from All Aboard Studios Coming Soon
▹ West Coast Mainline Crewe - Preston from Just Trains
▹ Cargo Line 6 - Gas from Skyhook Games
▹ BNSF GP60M Locomotive from High Iron Simulations Coming Soon!
▹ Tadami Line: Aizu - Wakamatsu from Union Workshop
▹ Mildmay Extension from Incredible Trains
▹ Announcing Thames Valley Branches from Incredible Trains
▹ Neckartalbahn: Heidelberg - Neckarelz from TSG
▹ Southern Ore Lines from High Iron Simulations
▹ Rhein-Niers Bahn from FolezzWorld
State of the Game - May 2026 ▹ Add-on Mounting & Blurred Textures ▹ Patches and Updates ▹ Train Sim World 6 Update - May 5th 2026
Community Corner ▹ May 2026 Mastery Challenge ▹ May 2026 Railshots ▹ Community Controller Set-Ups
Hello and welcome to the TSW6 May 2026 Roadmap! If you're new to our community, these roadmaps are a monthly check-in with updates on upcoming content, details on further improvements to the game and conversations with our development partners.
We kick off this roadmap with the launch of the GBR Class 802 BMU, which will be releasing tomorrow! As well as this, we have a new Cargo Line to announce from Skyhook Games, and a new announcement from Mildmay Line developer Incredible Trains! TSG have provided further insight into the work they're doing on the BR23 for Neckartalbahn.
Take a look at the full roadmap for all the details on the content you're most excited for, and be sure to join us for our May Roadmap livestream tonight (5th May 2026 7pm BST), hosted by Executive Producer Matt along with Marketing & Community Director JD, where they'll be discussing all of the news below alongside answering your questions.
A new iconic look is arriving soon in Train Sim World 6! Introducing the Great British Railways Class 802, showcasing a bold new livery that represents the next chapter of rail travel across the UK.
In collaboration with the UK Government, Dovetail Games has supported the debut of this brand-new identity since its initial unveiling on the platform in 2025. This marks the first time players can experience the new GBR livery, even before it appears across real-world services nationwide.
Across both routes, the Class 802 introduces new gameplay opportunities. Take on two dedicated scenarios per route, each offering unique challenges tailored to their environments.
Take on a range of bespoke scenarios, including:
Flying the Flag ▹ Take the 802 to the depot for a repaint before collecting the newly painted train and taking it out for its first service.
Riviera Rendezvous ▹ Take control of a special service celebrating the history of the Riviera Line while visiting historic landmarks along the route.
Snow Stopper ▹ Weeave through track closures and delays during a cold snap in the West Country.
Can’t Park There, Sir! ▹ A car has caused a level crossing failure, delaying passenger services on the ECML.
In addition, a special “All Stops” timetable service has been added in each direction on both routes:
ECML: 1Z78 and 1Z79
Riviera Line: 1Z44 and 1Z45
Train Sim World 6: Great British Railways Class 802 is releasing on May 6th 2026, 2026, for £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99.
Whilst we don't have anything to share with you on this Roadmap, the release isn't too far away on this Add-on. Refresh your memories with the Season of Reveals, and February and March Roadmaps, and we hope to have more information for you on a release date later this month.
You might have noticed a new entry to the Roadmap in the latest of Skyhook Games' Cargo Line packs - and the German flag alongside it, making it the first time it'll feature German content. We'll tantalise you with that for now, but will have more information for you in the build-up to release!
Onto Incredible Trains' Johannes, who is very excited to share his newest project with the community; Thames Valley Branches. We have some further info on his development on the Mildmay extension later, but for now, let's hear what he has to say about Thames Valley Branches!
Johannes: "This DLC is a first for me, featuring three independent and unconnected branch lines, all diverging from the Great Western Main Line:
The Windsor Branch Line (2 miles / 4.5km)
The Marlow Branch Line (7 miles /11.5km)
The Henley Branch Line (4.5 miles / 7.2km)
"Each branch offers its own distinct character and operating style. Operationally, the Marlow Branch stands out in particular, where services reverse mid-journey at Bourne End before continuing towards Marlow. This branch also features a fully modelled and interactive token system, adding a unique and authentic operational challenge."
Across the three routes, the DLC introduces 11 stations:
Windsor Branch
Slough
Windsor & Eton Central
Marlow Branch
Maidenhead
Furze Platt
Cookham
Bourne End
Marlow
Henley Branch
Twyford
Wargrave
Shiplake
Henley-on-Thames
"All three lines are set in the scenic Thames Valley, just west of London, with multiple crossings of the River Thames providing a distinctive and picturesque backdrop."
"Although the branches are operationally independent, players can seamlessly move between them using the fast travel feature. For owners of Great Western Express, route hopping is also supported, allowing travel between branch lines via the Great Western Main Line network."
"The DLC also introduces the Class 165 Turbo Networker (2-car). This unit features a unique interior and subtle external differences compared to the Class 166 from Great Western Express. It also benefits from a range of newer TSW features that were not available on the Class 166, including Livery Designer support, enhanced physics simulation, additional cab functionality, and improved night lighting."
Incredible Trains are looking forward to sharing even more exciting features with you all in the coming months.
We have another couple of updates from our friends at High Iron Simulations, starting with the upcoming BNSF GP60M Loco Add-on! The team have given us some extra details on what to expect from the timetable, the layers and the scenarios.
HIS: "The BNSF GP60M will be included “as built” and with “-3 rebuild” controls. And it will be joined in the pack by its cabless sister, the GP60B, and modern articulated “spine” intermodal car. This month, we’d like to share more details on the pack’s action-packed gameplay. The services timetable features over sixty end-to-end mainline runs, and cement train services operate between San Bernadino, Victorville, Oro Grande, and Barstow. The Barstow switching layer from the Cajon Pass timetable is included."
"Union Pacific services are recreated as a layer for owners of the Sherman Hill route. These include eight end-to-end runs via trackage rights over the BNSF and eight shorter runs on the UP’s Palmdale Cutoff."
"The BNSF GP60M is the primary power on select services but is also used in place of the ES44C4 on several services. The GP60M can also substitute for the BNSF SD40-2 on locals. The BNSF ES44C4 (Cajon Pass) is the primary motive power for many mainline trains and can substituted by the BNSF SD70ACe. The Santa Fe C40-8W and locomotives from railroads including NS or CSX can also substitute for the ES44C4s."
"Along with this robust services timetable, the pack will feature four scenarios on the Cajon Pass route and four bonus scenarios on the San Berdandino route. Together, the scenarios deliver experiences ranging from hustling priority intermodal traffic across Cajon Pass to challenging industry switching duties on the San Bernardino route."
The HIS team are happy to report that the loco will be ready for release very soon, so keep an eye on Dovetail Live or our community spaces for details on a release date.
Staying with High Iron Simulations, we have a short update on the rolling stock and gameplay for High Iron Simulations' Southern Ore Lines, now that the Hayden route itself has largely been completed.
HIS: "We’re excited to provide WIP images of one of the most important, and distinctive, types of rolling stock on the route – the side-dump ore gondolas. These cars, constructed by Magor Car Corp in 1959, were the workhorses of the Hayden Branch during the SP era (and many remain in service today), carrying tons or copper ore from mine to smelter. As created for the route, the car will be fully interactive."
We look forward to sharing more details from High Iron Simulations on Southern Ore Lines in future roadmaps.
We have a short but exciting update from Union Workshop on their development of the Tadami Line Add-on. We've been provided screenshots of their work on creating region-specific passengers and drivers, which will be appearing across the route as you ride through the gorgeous greenery and radiant rivers.
We'll continue to update you on all the latest for Tadami Line, so keep an eye on community spaces for more!
Just Trains are back with more updates on their development for WCML: Crewe - Preston route. See if you can spot a classic Wigan treat in one of the new screenshots, which also include a bunch of brand new screenshots (external and internal) of the Class 86/4!
Just Trains: "This development update for the Crewe to Preston route features an in depth screenshot presentation of the upcoming Class 86/4 and our new MK1 RBR and MK2d and MK2e coaching stock, the below screenshots cover all the included variants of each."
Class 86/4: "The Class 86/4 locomotives were used as mixed traffic variant of the class, seen split across freight, mail and passenger workings. Unlike the Class 86/2, the Class 86/4 is capable of working in multiple, so can be found working freight trains in tandem with other 86/4’s and Class 87’s (if you own the Preston-Carlisle route), these include heavy steel trains and freightliner services. A variety of locomotive variants are included, each accurate to early 1987 for our 1986-7 timetable, the spreadsheet linked below illustrates all of these in detail for each locomotive."
Coaching Stock: "Further BR Mk1 and Mk2 rolling stock will be included with the Crewe-Preston route, this includes a MK1 NEA, MK1 RBR, MK2E TSO and MK2D BFK and FK. The images below show in detail the Mk2’s and the Mk1 RBR which of course features a fully stocked buffet counter! If you own the Preston to Carlisle and Class 86/2 DLC’s you will find widely varied consists, each one aligned to its real life counterpart from the 1986/7 timetable."
Speaking of Just Trains, shall we see how they're getting on with their Cumbian Coast Route.
Just Trains have provided us with a short summary of their work on Cumbian Coast: Carlisle - Whitehaven, alongside some screenshots of the Class 108 and the route development.
Just Trains: "In our first in-development update for the Cumbrian Coast: Carlisle to Whitehaven we take a brief look at the Dalston station area and a further view of the deep valley between Maryport and Aspatria, work continues apace on scenery and the Class 108 DMU which will be included with the route."
Thank you to Just Trains for providing an update on both their upcoming projects! Be sure to check in on the Just Trains blog and future roadmaps for more information.
Heading over to Germany; we have an in-depth look into how the team at TSG have worked on improving the driving experience of steam locomotives in TSW with their work on the BR23 for the upcoming Neckartalbahn: Heidelberg - Neckarelz Route.
TSG: "So far in our development of steam we’ve fixed a couple of issues affecting steam at a broad level. One of the first things we fixed was related to the debug firing mode. This mode is used most notably on the Flying Scotsman and 4F and automatically adds water to the boiler to maintain a constant level, this however wasn’t drawing water from the tender at the correct rate giving the impression that it wasn’t using water at all. This, as it turned out, was a unit conversion error causing water to be drawn from the tender 1000 times too slowly."
"We also fixed a bug where the automatic fireman couldn’t operate the injector controls, this was necessary because we moved away from the debug firing mode on the BR23."
"The next issue we attended was the lack of AI chuffing, this confused us for a while as we found that it would actually randomly work at times, most notably when running light engine. This we had hoped would be applied automatically to past stock, unfortunately the fix requires a blueprint change on past stock to get it to work."
"Focussing more on the BR23 itself we created a modified firebox simugraph node to allow us to adjust behaviour without massively affecting past content. The firebox mode we currently have in TSW generates too much steam at lower boiler outputs, and it takes hours for the fire to heat up or cool down giving the user no way to 'Shut it up.'"
"On the old setup for example on the 4F, if the fire was at its hottest the boiler would generate around 19,000lb of steam per hour. If the driver shutoff at that instant, shut the damper and closed the firebox doors the steam generated would fall to 5842b/hr or around 31% of its output. Over the course of around an hour the temperature would start to drop and with it the boilers output, but at its minimum the steam generation would still only drop to around 3329lb at its lowest or about 17.5% output. Considering the auxiliaries use maybe around 800lb of steam per hour this is why the safety valves on those engines blow nearly constantly. How the generation and coal burn rate affected steam generation was also a bit odd, the coal burn rate barely changes and the lowest it could ever go was around 55% of maximum, while temperature had very little effect on generation as shown below:"
"This being with the damper and firebox doors open. We have changed it so the steam generation can get considerably lower, while the coal burn rate is also more dynamic. Under the same circumstances with the changes:"
"The rate the temperature changes is also greater, previously it would take nearly an hour for the temperature to change from maximum to nearly minimum, now it takes a couple of minutes. Both combined allow you to have a greater degree of control on the boiler's output while being more responsive to inputs. In the near future we will be adding further changes impacting steam generation from mishandling such as too thick of a fire or poor combustion."
"Finally we are looking at some injector changes to improve their behaviour as we are using them this time. Additionally we need to add support for feed water heaters which the BR23 and a lot of German locomotives are fitted with."
"Overall we hope these changes should address a lot of the feedback with previous content, especially the steam generation and lack of AI Chuff sounds. We are of course open to more changes should time permit. Additionally, we have started to do sound recordings at the Museum in Darmstadt."
"Their BR23 042 has actually operated on Neckartalbahn, so it’s the perfect machine to record! Thank you to all the lovely people there helping us."
Thank you to TSG for this development deep dive into the BR23. We'll have more info on Neckartalbahn: Heidelberg - Neckarelz in future roadmap updates coming soon.
Back to Incredible Trains; work on the Richmond extension for the Mildmay Add-on is progressing well, with steady advances across scenery, operations, and rolling stock integration. Johannes has given us some further development updates below!
Johannes: "Along the route, the line crosses the Great Western Main Line, where players will encounter AI traffic including Class 345 Elizabeth line services and GWR Class 802 intercity trains. The route also intersects with the London Underground at several points, bringing additional atmosphere through passing AI Tube services."
The extension will introduce five new stations: * Acton Central * South Acton * Gunnersbury * Kew Gardens * Richmond
"A standout operational feature of the extension is the traction power changeover at Acton Central, transitioning from 25kV AC overhead line equipment to 750V DC third rail, adding an extra layer of realism to operations."
"For players who own both the Class 484 and Great Western Express, a reskinned version of the Class 484, representing District line stock, will be available to drive between Richmond and Gunnersbury, expanding gameplay variety on the route."
"Timetable work has also seen significant updates. The recently released Class 90 is now fully integrated as a substitute across all freight services. Passenger operations are also being expanded, with one full diagram on the Richmond timetable now operated by the Class 710, allowing owners of the Suffragette line to make regular use of the unit in service."
"Rolling stock improvements continue as well. The Class 378 passenger interior has been upgraded with greater detail to better match the real unit, and cab night lighting has been enhanced for improved realism during evening and night operations."
Thank you to Johannes for the update! Keep your eyes out for further details on the extension coming soon.
FolezzWorld have provided some brand new screenshots of some of the more industrial style scenery on their upcoming Rhein-Niers Bahn route. You might also be able to spot something that could lift your spirits if you were to see it on your drive, but it equally might just go over your head. Sorry.
Closing off our upcoming content news, the team at VirtuaVia360 have treated us to a short update alongside some screenshots from their ongoing work on Lisbon Setúbal!
VirtuaVia360: "Hello everyone, we’ve got some more progress to share with you all!"
"Our team has been busy working on the modeling and texturing of the EMU 3500 and work on it is almost complete. Below you can see some screenshots of the exterior and interior of the train, with the Passenger Information Systems now working. The decals and the on-board announcements have been given to us by Fertagus, so you can expect real-life announcements on the train."
"Once again we thank you for your support shown!"
We haven't got any updates to share this month for the below add-ons, but they are still progressing with their development teams. We'll share more info on these when we have further updates!
BNSF Snoot Nose SD40-2 from Adamovic Productions
Schnellfahrstrecke Nürnberg - Ingolstadt from TSG
Freightliner BR Class 70 from All Aboard Studios
DB BR 420 from TSG
Add-on Mounting Optimisations \ Work to support smarter content loading optimisations is continuing, lowering the size of dependant content with layered add-ons to avoid instances where certain content fails to load when crossing over these platform-based limitations. These improvements are primarily focused on PS5, where we see the greatest impact, and then will be worked to all other game platforms.
Blurred Textures \ Our work is still ongoing to understand and build processes that ensure TSW releases all run at the high visual quality you expect across all platforms, and recent TSW6 releases have proven that our current progress is showing positive results.
Status: We’re currently working with key developers and third-party specialists to help build documentation and guides to support the entire development programme and ensure that all our content is optimised as much as possible.
Since our last Roadmap update, we’ve had two TSW updates, primarily focussed on supporting improvements and changes to UK-based add-ons, that we’ve been able to build around some of our releases in April.
April 16th Update – Small update aimed at improving a range of fixes for Great Western Express Remastered and East Coastway Remastered routes.
April 27th Update – Substantial update with a range of improvements and key fixes, including a Medway Valley PS5 audio hotfix, and updates to Riviera Line, Class 220, Cargo Line Vol. 5, GWE & ECW Remasters, East Coast Mainline, the DB BR 147 and more!
In addition to these supporting updates, we’ve also got our next major core updates planned for the end of May, which should bring a range of core changes, fixes and improvements to Add-ons, following your feedback in our community spaces, and areas our teams have identified. The next large update we're planning towards the end of the month will contain a selection of updates to Core and Add-ons - whilst at the moment we're reviewing and testing, so can't provide a definitive list of updates, we're looking at focusing on our German content:
Add-ons Manager (and loading time) improvements
Memory and optimisation improvements
DB BR 145 Expert
DB BR 147
Stuttgart-Heilbronn
Dresden-Leipzig
Frankfurt S-Bahn
Frankfurt-Fulda
We also expect to release a smaller update this month that focuses on Stamford.
As well as the update from last week, we are releasing a small update for Great Western Express and the Riviera Line.
Full Changelog
Great Western Express The GWE 2017 timetable should show the correct duration for services.
Riviera Line Fixed 'Running on Fumes' scenario asking the players to take off the fuel cap on the wrong side of the train (PC ONLY).
Please allow up to 24 hours for the patch to arrive on your system. Some systems may update in standby mode without your notice.
The May 2026 Mastery Challenges are now live! For those who are looking to get a little extra out of their drives, you can complete mastery challenges to earn decals and posters.
Tier 1 for the May 2026 decal: * Learning on the Job: Gain 25,000 XP. * What May Come: Comeplete 2 scenarios.
Tier 2 for the USA Spring Poster: * Right as a Morning in May: Drive 250 miles/402km. * More Work?: Complete 10 Timetables. * I'm Not Moving from This Seat: Complete a timetable service without walking.
Our first April RailShots competition is now done and dusted, and winners for the 'Commuter' theme have been contacted with their prizes.
The May 2026 RailShots competition theme is: SPRING The sun is shining, the rail is raining, and you aren't sure whether it's t-shirt, light jacket or arctic explorer gear. The competition will officially open on the forums and Dovetail Discord tomorrow 6th May!
Please only send one entry per theme, and make sure your screenshots haven't been edited to keep it fair to other competitors.
In our Discord last week, we spotted this awesome 3D printed controller set-up from capkalu, which they can use for controlling locomotives, EMUs, DMUs and more!
Matt asked around for pictures of other community controller setups, so take a look at these awesome photos submitted to us by the community.
RayBP's HST Inspired Set-up:
Zach's 'simpler' set-up, with flexi levers, door controls and AWS button:
Speyguy's AEM7 locomotive sim set-up:
Connor C's set-up with real GSMR hardware with full integration on Medway Valley Line 375 for registration, deregistration, using the number pad, dialing the signaller, and various other functions:
Join Executive Producer Matt along with Marketing & Community Director JD for May 2026 Roadmap Livestream on the Train Sim World YouTube and Twitch channel at 7pm BST, where they'll be going through all of the roadmap content alongside answering your questions.
Our Dovetail Discord server has now passed over 10,000 members! This is an incredible milestone to reach so soon, and of the time writing this roadmap, we're actually on the approach to 11k and beyond.
Thank you to everyone who supports this space, whether you were there as a Day One Member or new to the Discord, a Competiton Winner or someone who likes admiring the screenshots, or even our fantastic Community Moderator's who help keep the peace. We're grateful to have you with us in this journey!
This has been a brand new endeavour for Dovetail in the last year, and something our Community team have poured countless hours of love into building. It doesn't stop here either, as we're looking at how we can keep elevating this space, and continually growing and making this a community you're proud to be involved in.
Make sure you’re joining our teams on our Dovetail Live forums and Train Sim Community community-led Discord that we are active in – and let us know what you’re looking forward to most.
Discover more on Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, and Discord
A new iconic look is arriving soon in Train Sim World 6! Introducing the Great British Railways Class 802, showcasing a bold new livery that represents the next chapter of rail travel across the UK.
In collaboration with the UK Government, Dovetail Games has supported the debut of this brand-new identity since its initial unveiling on the platform in 2025. This marks the first time players can experience the new GBR livery, even before it appears across real-world services nationwide.
Take charge of the Class 802 across two iconic UK routes in Train Sim World 6:
East Coast Main Line: Peterborough – Doncaster
Riviera Line: Exeter – Plymouth & Paignton
Experience the contrast between high-speed mainline running and scenic coastal operations. From navigating Newark Flat Crossing to running alongside the Dawlish Sea Wall, each route offers a distinct driving experience.
Across both routes, the Class 802 introduces new gameplay opportunities. Take on two dedicated scenarios per route, each offering unique challenges tailored to their environments.
Take on a range of bespoke scenarios, including:
Flying the Flag Take the 802 to the depot for a repaint before collecting the newly painted train and taking it out for its first service.
Riviera Rendezvous Take control of a special service celebrating the history of the Riviera Line while visiting historic landmarks along the route.
Snow Stopper Weeave through track closures and delays during a cold snap in the West Country.
Can’t Park There, Sir! A car has caused a level crossing failure, delaying passenger services on the ECML.
In addition, a special “All Stops” timetable service has been added in each direction on both routes:
ECML: 1Z78 and 1Z79
Riviera Line: 1Z44 and 1Z45
You’ll also encounter the GBR Class 802 through select timetable substitutions, adding even more variety to your experience. Take it further in Free Roam and explore the network on your own terms with the new GBR livery.
This release is unlike anything we have done before. The GBR Class 802 marks the debut of a real-world livery in-game before it has been fully rolled out across the railway. A significant milestone for Train Sim World.
As Great British Railways prepares to launch as a publicly owned system from 2027, this new livery is expected to act as a template for trains across the country. It gives players an early glimpse into the future of UK rail.
Part of the renowned AT300 family, the Class 802 is a versatile bi-mode multiple unit capable of operating on both electrified and non-electrified routes.
Seamlessly switch between overhead electric power and onboard diesel engines as you adapt to the demands of the route ahead. The GBR Class 802 delivers a modern, dynamic driving experience.
Train Sim World 6: Great British Railways Class 802 is releasing on May 6th 2026, 2026, for Epic Games Store, Steam, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 for £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99.
For the full experience, we recommend owning Train Sim World 6: Riviera Line and ECML: Peterborough to Doncaster, available on the same platforms for £29.99 / €35.99 / $39.99.
Good day folks,
Today, we're releasing a patch across all platforms that introduces various improvements for multiple route and loco AddOns.
Please allow up to 24 hours for the patch to arrive on your system. Some systems may update in standby mode without your notice.
Core
Updated onboard “Calling At” announcement audio to be more accurate, depending on the stops before the terminus station
Added a scroll bar to the Mastery posters UI so that players can view their entire collection
Riviera Line
Fixes made to ensure all stations have working announcements
Fixed announcement pronunciation for “Worle”, “Malvern Link” and “Great Malvern”.
Fixed Class 802 not working in diesel mode
Class 150
Fixes to improve hiss & brake block audio
Fixed ABPs so Fuel Caps are working on the correct side
CrossCountry Voyager Class 220
Adjusted wiper speed
DVD now resets via PBC control
Updated power controller notches (smooth power between 2–4)
When hazard lights are activated, the mimic panel should now correctly reflect the hazard light state
Fixed an issue where the cab light was not working as intended
Medway Valley Line (PS5 Only)
Fixed audio being incorrectly inaudible/lower than expected for the Class 375
Made improvements to GSM-R camera view on controller
Fixed TPWS Isolation switch being incorrectly flipped
Cargo Line Vol.5: Nuclear
Audio changes, including AWS alarm fix, increased horn volume & new occlusion behaviour
FNA wagon audio overhaul
FNA wagon suspension updated to feel less stiff and visually improved
Removal of custom suspension causing coupling “dipping”
Added delay to headlight/wiper defaults to improve save-game reliability
Contact Signaller added to GSM-R telephone
GSM-R button glow colour updated (green → orange)
Improved desk light intensity (General Fault, Wheel Slip, Engine Stopped)
Fixes to various cab lights, buttons and labels
Fixes to HUD for pressure gauges and added missing AMP gauge
Fixed hazard light controls, bonnet headlight logic, handbrake lamp, and more
East Coastway Remastered
Added new platform audio speakers and adjusted position of original speakers
Added new announcement voices for the ECW remaster
Improved tunnel and station reverb audio
Adjusted textures for track rust and inner rails
Fixed issues with rail joint thinning
Class 377
Audio overhaul (WCML 377 sounds implemented)
Door close button logic fixed so it can be used repeatedly
Vigilance Pedal updated to use Alerter input
Birmingham – Crewe
Added “See it, say it, sorted” British Transport Police announcement audio
Great Western Express Remastered
Class 165/166 announcements should now work as expected
Fixes to rail singing audio to stop audio bleeding
Fixed Paddington announcing arrivals despite being a terminus
Updated station directory for Hayes & Harlington
GWR Class 166
Rail singing system updated (now uses RVA only)
Uncouple button rebuilt to ensure correct coupler behaviour
East Coast Mainline: Peterborough – Doncaster
Fixed an issue causing trees to become transparent near the camera
Fixed an issue with the Class 801 where it wouldn’t be usable in Formation Designer
Minor updates to text in route name/descriptions
DB BR 147
Audio changes, including louder traction motor and running sounds
Adjusted LZB tone
Added passenger lighting state to MTD settings page (shows on/off correctly)
Added missing brightness control to FIS screen under settings button
Updated Direct Brake behaviour and UI messages
Updated Illumination in cab for activation/deactivation buttons
Fixes to LZB direction, PZB indicator behaviour, and startup messages
Fixed AFB, LZB compatibility, and speed display issues.
Corrected “Württemberg” spelling.
Experience a full set of iconic HST power car designs, ready to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the history of modern railways, with the GWR HST Farewell Pack Add-on!
Train Sim World 6: GWR HST Farewell Pack is available now for Xbox One, Series X|S, PlayStation 4 & 5, and coming later today for the Steam and Epic Games Store platforms for £12.99/€15.99/$16.99.
The GWR HST Farewell Pack
As a tribute to the HST’s final years in service with GWR, as well as a celebration of 200 years of modern railways, the HST Farewell Tour Add-on will feature new timetable services, thrilling scenarios, and include seven iconic HST power car designs that were worn by the GWR HST’s, along with two Mk1 HST Barrier Coach designs. Here's a full summary of the power car designs within the pack:
Class 43 power car 43002 ‘Sir Kenneth Grange’ (BR Blue and Yellow with nameplate)
Class 43 power car 43093 ‘Old Oak Common’ (GWR Green with OOC vinyl & nameplate)
Class 43 power car 43185 ‘Great Western’ (InterCity Swallow with nameplate)
Class 43 power car 43187 & 43188 ‘Welshman’ (GWR Green with white dragon vinyl)
Class 43 power car 43188 ‘Welshman’ (GWR Green with yellow dragon vinyl)
Class 43 power cars (GWR Green with vinyl ‘GWR’ logo)
Class 43 power cars (GWR Green unbranded)
In addition to the designs above, the Mk1 HST Barrier Coach will also be available in both blue and green liveries, featuring buckeye and hook coupler types, allowing players to perform stock moves between the HST’s and a wide range of stock in TSW. You will also be able to hand place end of train lamps on the Class 43s, Mk3 coaches and the barrier coaches.
Scenarios & Services
The pack will contain six scenarios, all inspired by real-world events, ranging from depot open days to helping crowds of passengers from Dawlish get to the air show while keeping your cool on a hot and busy day. Keep an eye to the skies!
From the first passenger run of ‘43002’ in BR Blue, to the unveiling of ‘43093’ at the Old Oak Common depot open day, and of course the final HST runs out of Paddington. These scenarios have been made as authentically as possible, even on the smaller details, such as creating dynamic weather patterns based on the real-world weather of the day the scenario is based on, timings that match the train's schedule that day, and even exact unit numbers where possible.
Taking a close look at the timetable, as a general note, all of the seven power cars will substitute into any existing GWR HST service across Train Sim World 6, both for player-driven and AI. Extra unique services are also included for both the Great Western Express Remaster and Riviera Line routes, that make additional use of the power cars and the Mk1 HST Barrier Coaches, giving players the opportunity to drive empty stock moves using the new stock.
Train Sim World 6: GWR HST Farewell Pack is available now for Xbox One, Series X|S, PlayStation 4 & 5, and coming later today for the Steam and Epic Games Store platforms for £12.99/€15.99/$16.99.
Train Sim World 6 Update – April 16th 2026 Alongside the release of the HST Farewell Tour from Grump Dog Games, we also have a range of supporting improvements for a few UK-based add-ons, primarily for the Great Western Express Remastered, and including the Riviera Line, East Coastway Remastered and Diesel Legends of the Great Western Add-ons. See our full list of changes below. Please allow up to 24 hours for the patch to arrive on your system. Some systems may update in standby mode without your notice. Full Changelog Great Western Express Remastered
Prevented rail‑singing from triggering when the player is standing next to the consist.
Ensures consistent behaviour across all rail vehicles that use rail‑singing
Fixed an issue causing passengers to walk across the tracks between Paddington platforms 9 & 10
Fixed passenger navigation on bridges at Hayes & Harlington and Ealing Broadway
Adjusted speed of aggregate unloaders, allowing the ‘Aggregate Industries’ scenario to be completed
Corrected incorrect speed signs at the entrance to North Pole Depot
Fixed areas of snow incorrectly appearing at West Drayton
Various optimisations to distant lighting
Services & Scenarios
Fixes to ensure services 1P26 and 1P41 are now drivable
Fixes to ensure ‘Drag Line’ and the Class 66 Introductions now function correctly.
Fixes to Class 66 scenarios where headlight instructions displayed incorrectly, and brakes failed to auto cut-in
Fixed pathing issues causing SPADs, affecting multiple services, including preventing freight services
Fixed a passenger sitting in front of the player in the ‘Down the Line’ scenario
Fixed various issues with the substitution for the Class 166
Minor changes to reduce memory usage
GWR HST
Added lighting to the AWS sunflower
Fixed guard panel visibility at night
Fixed custom liveries appearing fully white in snowy conditions
Fixed custom liveries appearing transparent at times
Improved suspension stability, especially on Xbox One / PS4
Tweaked internal running noise, for greater difference between minimum and maximum bleed‑in
Increased external sound bleed when doors are open
Increased audibility of MK3 coach low‑speed squeaks
Implemented rail‑singing optimisation to prevent duplicate sound spawning
Fixed missing AWS isolation fuse click
Fixed missing VHID audio references so all cab sounds play correctly
GWR Class 166
Corrected wiper direction
Added lighting to the AWS sunflower
Updated Passenger Door Interlock indicator logic - Light now illuminates when doors are interlocked, not when unlocked
Fixed cab emissive lighting not updating when changing headlights in one cab
DBS Class 66
Added missing AWS isolation fuse click audio
Implemented rail‑singing optimisation to prevent duplicate sound spawning
Corrected overly bright cab emissive materials
Fixed mismatched numbering on the DBS livery
East Coastway Remastered Class 313
Removed incorrect or unused entries appearing in the Formation Spawn menu.
ECW Class 171
Various localisation improvements
Riviera Line
Corrected Action Point scoring in the ‘From Beaches to Banks’ scenario.
Diesel Legends of the Great Western
Optimised rail‑singing audio across the BR Class 101 and BR Mk2 coaches
Watch back our GWR HST Farewell Pack Preview! Join Community Manager Harry and Grumpdog Games developer Liam for a showcase of the GWR HST Farewell Pack on both the official Train Sim World YouTube and Twitch channels!
And don't forget to explore all-new creator videos and content covering the pack across YouTube, Twitch and social media! To discover new videos when they release, join our official Dovetail Games Discord!
Find out more about Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
Get ready to celebrate the 200 year history of modern railways, with the GWR HST Farewell Pack Add-on, bringing all new gameplay and iconic HST power cars to the Great Western Express Remastered and Riviera Line routes!
As a tribute to the HST’s final years in service with GWR, as well as a celebration of 200 years of modern railways, the HST Farewell Tour Add-on will feature new timetable services, thrilling scenarios, and include seven iconic HST power car designs that were worn by the GWR HST’s, along with two Mk1 HST Barrier Coach designs.
Here's a full summary of the power car designs within the pack:
Class 43 power car 43002 ‘Sir Kenneth Grange’ (BR Blue and Yellow with nameplate)
Class 43 power car 43093 ‘Old Oak Common’ (GWR Green with OOC vinyl & nameplate)
Class 43 power car 43185 ‘Great Western’ (InterCity Swallow with nameplate)
Class 43 power car 43187 & 43188 ‘Welshman’ (GWR Green with white dragon vinyl)
Class 43 power car 43188 ‘Welshman’ (GWR Green with yellow dragon vinyl)
Class 43 power cars (GWR Green with vinyl ‘GWR’ logo)
Class 43 power cars (GWR Green unbranded)
In addition to the designs above, the Mk1 HST Barrier Coach will also be available in both blue and green liveries, featuring buckeye and hook coupler types, allowing players to perform stock moves between the HST’s and a wide range of stock in TSW. You will also be able to hand place end of train lamps on the Class 43s, Mk3 coaches and the barrier coaches.
From the first passenger run of ‘43002’ in BR Blue, to the unveiling of ‘43093’ at the Old Oak Common depot open day, and of course the final HST runs out of Paddington. These scenarios have been made as authentically as possible, even on the smaller details, such as creating dynamic weather patterns based on the real-world weather of the day the scenario is based on, timings that match the train's schedule that day, and even exact unit numbers where possible.
Taking a close look at the timetable, as a general note, all of the seven power cars will substitute into any existing GWR HST service across Train Sim World 6, both for player-driven and AI. Extra unique services are also included for both the Great Western Express Remaster and Riviera Line routes, that make additional use of the power cars and the Mk1 HST Barrier Coaches, giving players the opportunity to drive empty stock moves using the new stock.
Train Sim World 6: GWR HST Farewell Pack is releasing on April 16th 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam for £12.99/€15.99/$16.99.
Modern German traction is arriving to Train Sim World 6 in the form of the DB BR 147 locomotive from the Dovetail Games team, with a timetable twist for Frankenbahn: Stuttgart-Heilbronn!
Train Sim World 6: DB BR 147 is releasing on April 9th 2026 for £14.99/€17.99/$17.99.
Following in the footsteps of earlier locomotive series such as the BR 145 and 146, the BR 147 represents the most recent iteration of TRAXX locos which have been in service across Europe since the late 1990s. Featuring a revised cab design to their elder counterparts, and a more rugged-looking body, the BR 147 offers the latest innovations, with modernised controls, functionality and traction packages, all while offering the same tried and tested versatility. The DB BR 147s are locomotives built for passenger use, capable of 160 km/h and useful on DB Regio services in big cities, replacing older traction on busy lines.
The DB BR 147s offers you the chance to time travel and experience Frankenbahn: Stuttgart - Heilbronn with an all-new 2018-era timetable, in which the BR 147 is utilised on various regional services. Much like the DB BR 111 in the 2000s timetable, the 147 operates in push-pull configuration with either n-Wagens or Dostos, pulling trains to Stuttgart and pushing them to Heilbronn... but not always! Look out for some unique formations in the mix.
Go up against the odds and take on unique operations with a trio of scenarios too; weather woes and convoluted convoys await!
In Train Sim World, the BR 147 has been recreated with accuracy, with a completed reference trip to capture the main sounds of the loco, such as traction motors, horns, brakes, bogies, HVAC and pantograph, taken straight from the 147 itself to make it sound as realistic as possible. Attention has also been put onto the in-cab screens which, being a modern loco, display a lot of information and hide controls which would otherwise be buttons, switches and dials in older models.
The modern controls offer a completely different way to experience the route, although the Wittenberger cab car still provides a nice contrast.
Specific features of the DB BR 147 in-game include:
A brand new model, unrelated to the BR 187 already in-game
Train Faults including Pantograph Failure, Wiper Blade stuck and Door Faults on the passenger coaches
Audible Passenger Announcements
In-depth screen navigation, including displaying your stopping pattern
Ergonomic controls - e.g. the AFB toggle is on the AFB Lever itself rather than a separate switch
Let's take a closer look at the new 2018 timetable, and the layers included that you can make the most of!
Starting with the recent release of the Expert DB BR 145, there are some services where this will substitute for the BR 147, reflecting the operational reality of the period where these locomotives often filled gaps as the 147s were being phased into service.
As an important note: the NV variant (with destination display) is not used here, because it did not run on the line during this period, keeping the timetable representative.
Utilising the new Stuttgart S-Bahn DB BR 423, which will be added into the route alongside the DB BR 147's release, a full suite of S4, S5 and S6 services are playable, nearly making up half of the timetable service count by itself! This new BR 423 also replaces the Frankfurt S-Bahn layer on the 2000s timetable, meaning it is no longer a requirement to access that gameplay, and it is included by default.
The BR 110 from Bremen - Oldenburg also adds variety, alongside the 'Karlsruher Kopf' KaKo cab car. These services will be running to and from Bad Wildbad, in shorter, more localised runs that provide a distinct change of pace from the mainline.
For the thrill seekers, the ICE 3M from Pfälzische Ludwigsbahn layers in, and features two full-length runs across the line as well as appears near Stuttgart throughout the day. Similarly, the non-expert DB BR 101 makes an appearance with two full-length runs of its own, providing long-distance expresses, as well as shunting movements into Stuttgart with the BR 363.
Freight action doesn't stop despite the time travel, although it's almost exclusively handled by diesel traction. Shuttle cargo across the route in the BR 363, with the DB BR 294 substituting in if you own it. A most unique set of services await owners of Rhein-Ruhr Osten, where you get to drive a contrasting combo of DB BR 140 and MRCE BR 185 traction, including a service where one drives right into Stuttgart Hbf itself!
Finally, the BR 425 adds some services between Stuttgart and Bietigheim-Bissingen, and an AI-only BR 425 makes an appearance on the infrequent RB11 at Kornwestheim, only at peak-time.
The DB BR 628 from Niddertalbahn also appears as AI at Heilbronn, and there will also be additional AI-only services adding traffic around Stuttgart, including:
ICE 1 from Kassel - Würzburg
ICE-T from Frankfurt - Fulda
ÖBB 1116 from Semmeringbahn
FlixTrain BR 193
DB BR 442 from Köln - Aachen Remastered
Train Sim World 6: DB BR 147 is releasing on 31st March 2026 for Epic Games Store and Steam, and coming soon on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 for £14.99/€17.99/$17.99.
Alongside the release of the DB BR 147 locomotive, we are also sharing updates to the Frankenbahn Stuttgart–Heilbronn route that help support further improvements, including Timetable updates, fixes for liveries and services, as well as greater memory optimisation. See our full changelog list below:
Added BR 423 Journey Mode chapter
Added multiple new virtual destinations for AI displays
Shortened “Bietigheim Bissingen” to “Bietigheim” on PIS to prevent overflow.
Updated signal F832 to correctly show Zs7 in “Trackside Recovery”
Adjusted signals and stopping distances at Schwabstraße so 2 and 3 car S Bahn sets fit without blocking
Fixed localisation for “Kirchheim(Teck)”
Fixed shunt signal at Stuttgart Hbf blocking S Bahn services
Fixed areas of poor night lighting across the route
Fixed footstep and level crossing audio at two crossings
Removed snow under tracks and cleaned grass in road areas.
Removed platform numbers from Tief platforms 101/102 (not used IRL).
Timetable Updates
Added BR 423 to all Stuttgart lines
Fixed incorrect platform assignments causing routing issues
Added mint coaches to RE services (random mix of red + mint)
Added silver coaches as sub variants for N Wagens
Added mint 628s instead of red
ICE 3 now uses red stripe instead of eco green
Updated S Bahn PIS logic (e.g., S5 yard → Bietigheim now shows “Schwabstraße”)
Removed Ruhr-Sieg-Nord dependency to reduce memory usage
Removed Frankfurt S Bahn dependency to reduce memory usage
Scenario Designer
Added new mint livery scenario designer formations
BR 423
Added BR147 as a soft dependency
Implemented onboard announcements
Added missing door alarm sockets
Removed opening alarms; replaced closing alarms with accurate versions
Updated door closing alarms to match visual indicators
Added missing PIS Manager service registration (fixes short/full name behaviour)
Cab wipers now use the correct existing weather glass
Updated door button UVs to match FSN exterior
Fixed issues with LODs in interior/exteriors to improve visuals
Removed unused materials/textures
N-Wagens
Added Mint livery variant
Disabled PZB brightness indicator
Replaced horn loop audio with a seamless version
Wittenberger Cab Car
Updated texture compression to reduce memory usage
Added battery voltage meter animation
BR 111
Added instrument dimmer bindings
Added German character glyphs for displays
BR 140
Corrected cab spelling errors on desk and gauges
BNrdzf Cab Car
Fixed dimmer so brightness updates correctly
Updated train line power logic to work with both cable types
Join Executive Producer Matt and Community Manager Jan, along with Senior Technical Producer Lukas for a showcase of the DB BR 147 this evening, following the release, on both YouTube and Twitch at 19:00 GMT!
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TL;DR (too long; didn't read) Summary
Content Up Ahead ▹ DB BR 147 Releasing This Thursday 9th April! ▹ Announcing the Great British Railways Class 802 BMU ▹ BNSF Electro-Motive GP60M Loco from High Iron Simulations ▹ Southern Pacific Ore Lines: Hayden Branch from High Iron Simulations ▹ Tadami Line: Aizu - Wakamatsu from Union Workshop ▹ West Coast Mainline: Crewe - Preston from Just Trains ▹ Schnellfahrstrecke Nürnberg - Ingolstadt from TSG ▹ Mildmay Line Extension from Incredible Trains ▹ Rhein-Niers Bahn from FolezzWorld
State of the Game - April 2026 ▹ Add-on Mounting & Blurred Textures ▹ Recent Add-on Release Cadence ▹ Summary of Add-on-specific Improvements Coming Soon
Patches and Updates ▹ Frankenbahn Stuttgart – Heilbronn Update
Community Corner ▹ April 2026 Mastery Challenge ▹ Southeastern Relay Race Livestream ▹ New TSW Railshots Competition - Starting Tomorrow! ▹ Thomas & Friends: Wonders of Sodor - Out Now!
Hello and welcome to the TSW6 April 2026 Roadmap! If you're new to our community, these roadmaps are a monthly check-in with updates on upcoming content, details on further improvements to the game and conversations with our development partners. This roadmap, we're excited to announce our latest train Add-on, the Great British Railways Class 802, along with a deep dive on area surrounding Warrington Bank Quay on the upcoming WCML: Crewe - Preston from Just Trains, a further update on High Iron Simulations' BNSF Electro-Motive GP60M Loco and Southern Pacific Ore Lines and much, much more!
Be sure to join us for our April Roadmap livestream tonight (7th April 2026 7pm BST), hosted Alex, Senior Community Manager, where he'll be discussing all of the news below alongside answering your questions!
Get ready for more German traction arriving to Train Sim World 6 from the Dovetail Games team with the DB BR 147 locomotive, with a modern timetable twist for Frankenbahn: Stuttgart-Heilbronn.
We initially postponed the release and showcase stream for the 147, but now that the Stuttgart patch has been released, we're happy to confirm that the new release date for the 147 will be Thursday 9th April 2026 - that's this Thursday! Community Manager Jan will be being joined by Technical Producer Lukas and special guest Trainsa for a showcase livestream to coincide with the launch on Thursday, too.
Following in the footsteps of earlier locomotive series such as the BR 145 and 146, the BR 147 represents the most recent iteration of TRAXX locos which have been in service across Europe since the late 1990s. Featuring a revised cab design to their elder counterparts, and a more rugged-looking body, the BR 147 offers the latest innovations, with modernised controls, functionality and traction packages, all while offering the same tried and tested versatility. The DB BR 147s are locomotives built for passenger use, capable of 160 km/h and useful on DB Regio services in big cities, replacing older traction on busy lines.
The DB BR 147s offers you the chance to time travel and experience Frankenbahn: Stuttgart - Heilbronn with an all-new 2018-era timetable, in which the BR 147 is utilised on various regional services. Much like the DB BR 111 in the 2000s timetable, the 147 operates in push-pull configuration with either n-Wagens or Dostos, pulling trains to Stuttgart and pushing them to Heilbronn... but not always! Look out for some unique formations in the mix.
Go up against the odds and take on unique operations with a trio of scenarios too; weather woes and convoluted convoys await!
Train Sim World 6: DB BR 147 is releasing on Thursday 9th April 2026 for £14.99/€17.99/$17.99.
Starting the roadmap with some new announcements, starting with the Great British Railways Class 802 BMU Add-on. You might or might not remember spotting some familiar Dovetail faces during the Government's unveiling of the new Great British Railways livery for the new nationalised rail service in the UK, where Dovetail Games had the pleasure to work on creating visuals of the new GBR Class 802.
A BMU, or Bi-mode Multiple Unit, can be powered by electricity or by their diesel engine depending on what is required. There will be a power changeover mode included with the Class 802, including a tutorial on how to do this.
We'll have more info on future roadmaps about the GBR Class 802, including what kind of timetable services and scenarios you can expect when it comes to Riviera Line and East Coat Mainline!
From the UK to the US, we have an update from the High Iron Simulations crew, who are in full swing with the development of multiple TSW projects. Starting with the BNSF Electro-Motive GP60M locomotive! Here's the latest from HIS team:
HIS: "The GP60M and sister GP60B, rolling stock, and full range of gameplay is largely complete, and in the testing and refinement stage."
"The pack features the GP60M with both its “as built” console control configuration and “Dash 3” rebuilt configuration and in BNSF H2 and H4 liveries, respectively. The GP60B is dressed in BNSF H1 livery. And the pack includes a three-unit articulated “spine” intermodal car, an ex-Santa Fe Ga-series cement hopper in three BNSF liveries, a 3-bay ribbed-side covered hopper in BNSF livery, and an 89-foot auto rack in BNSF livery."
"The Pack promises tons of railroading operations: The timetabled services for Cajon Pass, based on BNSF symbols and consists, include intermodal, manifest, and unit train movements as well as subdivision locals, road-switchers, and turns. Four scenarios are included on Cajon Pass as well as four bonus scenarios on the San Bernardino route! And the pack also provides a Union Pacific layer with drivable services on the BNSF main line and Palmdale cutoff."
Speaking of High Iron Simulations, we've also been provided a further update on their first route...
High Iron Simulations have also provided a further update for their Southern Pacific Ore Lines, including the rolling stock and scenario info!
HIS: "High Iron Simulations’ first TSW6 route is receiving its final details while locomotive and rolling stock work continues and gameplay development has begun."
"Equipment for the route will include Southern Pacific’s Electro-Motive GP35, SP C30-4 steel bay-window, Magor-built ore-hauling gondola with dumping capabilities, 43-foot acid tank car, and Southern Pacific 56-foot anode flat car."
"GamePlay in the form of timetabled services and scenarios promises the complete experience of operating this famed branch line railroad, from loading copper ore at the mine to road haul, to unloading ore at the smelter to handling outbound copper tonnage!"
Thank you to the High Iron Simulations team for the updates! We'll be keeping you posted on both their current developments, and maybe a sneaky look at their next project in the United States, in future roadmap updates ahead.
Union Workshop are continuing their work on Tadami Line. Development of the route is progressing well, and the team are spending additional time working on community-feedback to implement passenger models that are more representative of commuters from Japan. While the roadmap update is shorter this time round, we do have a bunch of new screenshots to share with you today!
Thank you to Union Workshop for the extra screenshots! Be sure to look out for future updates to the Tadami Line in further communications down the line.
Just Trains have provided us with their next development update for the Crewe-Preston route, focusing on the key area surrounding Warrington, with Bank Quay station, and its four through platforms and two bay platforms acting as the main focal point.
Just Trains: "Warrington is located around half way between Crewe and Preston and is called at by most express services, whilst DMU’s and loco hauled services from North Wales to Manchester and Yorkshire also stop here as they transition from the Chester line via Helsby to the Chat Moss via Newton-Le-Willows. Positioning yourself on the south end of Bank Quay Station is a great way to spend a few hours in the route as the comings and goings are pretty much constant."
"Aside from passenger workings, Warrington offers even more interest when it comes to freight, with three separate yards all seeing considerable traffic 24 hours a day. To the south are Manchester Ship Canal Sidings and Walton Old Sidings, the former is utilised by the Merry-Go-Round coal trains which must reverse here to access Latchford Sidings, where they again reverse to head west to Fiddlers Ferry Power Station. These reversals take the form of both run rounds and drags, with a Class 08 employed regularly during the 1980s for these activities, hauling heavy coal trains between MSC and Latchford. Walton Old Sidings serve to supply wagons for a variety of freight services, including speedlink, whilst the sidings at Arpley fulfil much the same role, with four shunt necks central to the operation of these yards."
"Following the line east out of Warrington towards Latchford reveals a number of semaphore signals around Arpley Junction, with the signal box here featuring a full interior. This railway once formed a through line to Altrincham, however traffic on this route ceased in 1985 and as such, Latchford became a stub used for run rounds and reversals of freight traffic that needed to serve the line to Ditton, the vast majority of this was coal for Fiddlers Ferry Power Station, located five miles to the west, diving directly under Warrington Bank Quay station en route."
"We’re sure you will enjoy spending time driving trains in and around Warrington, though we’d also recommend taking time to do some spotting, you’ll see a whole range of traffic in the area, including passenger and parcels trains, light engine and shunt moves plus a variety of freight traffic, including both coal and steel trains, each of which require shunting in the Warrington area, trip freights also run from the yards at Warrington, with Over and Wharton, near Winsford an example of one of these destinations."
That was a proper mint update from from Just Trains! If you're hungry for more, check out their dev blog on the Just Trains website!
We have a couple of shorter updates from TSG on their current projects, starting with Schnellfahrstrecke Nürnberg - Ingolstadt. The route is now complete, so the team at TSG will be looking to show it off next month along with seeing the München - Nürnberg - Express in action!
Originally announced during the December 2025 Season of Reveals, Neckartalbahn: Heidelberg - Neckarelz was met with curiosity and excitement over the return of a much requested loco-type since the last appearance in TSW4; steam!
In addition to the BR 23, TSG are happy to confirm a backdated BR 140 will also be included with the route.
We look forward to further updates from Team TSG in the coming months!
We shared an update last week from Incredible Trains' Johannes, who gave us some insight on the progress of his current project. In case you missed it, here's what was shared:
Johannes: "After what has been quite a chaotic year for me personally, balancing work on Birmingham to Crewe alongside finishing my degree, I’m pleased to say that I’m now back to full-time TSW development."
"With that, I can finally report some solid progress on the extension to the Mildmay line route Add-on. I’ve included a few screenshots of Richmond Station to showcase the work completed so far on the station, which is starting to come together nicely."
"I can also confirm that, for players who own both Great Western Express and the BR Class 484 DLC, there will be drivable Class 484 services appearing on the route. These will be reskinned into London Underground livery, similar to the implementation seen on Great Western Express."
"One of the long-standing issues with the route: passenger spawning, has now finally been resolved. After a lot of investigation, I discovered that the route was using too many dioramas, and due to a core issue, these were preventing passengers from spawning correctly. I’ve now worked around this by duplicating the relevant dioramas into the Mildmay line route Add-on and locally removing the problematic code. This fix will be included as part of the extension."
"While most of my recent work has focused on scenery and station development, my next steps will be to begin implementing TSW 6 features, as well as ironing out the remaining bugs that are still present across the route."
"I’m feeling confident that development is now in a strong position, and I’m aiming to have the extension ready fairly soon so that you can all get your hands on it."
"Finally, do keep an eye on future updates! I’ll soon be able to share details on another project I’ve been working on over the past few months."
Work on Rhein-Niers Bahn is progressing well with the team now shifting focus to the freight aspect of the route, including industrial branch lines as well as detailed yards and the freight bypass line between Rheydt and Viersen.
The team are getting into the final stages of development, which includes gameplay and the timetable. The timetable itself is close to completion, but the team are still looking into creating interesting scenarios that bring out the charm of this industrial yet busy route.
We're very excited to show you more from the FolezzWorld team in future, who are working very hard to create a truly interesting route!
We haven't got any updates to share this month for the following add-ons, but they are still progressing well with their respective development teams. We'll share more info on these soon!
BNSF Snoot Nose SD40-2 from Adamovic Productions
WCML: Milton Keynes - Crewe from All Aboard Studios
Freightliner BR Class 70
Lisbon Setúbal from VirtuaVia360
Cumbrian Coast: Carlisle - Whitehaven from Just Trains
DB BR 420 from TSG
Today we’re back to talk more about the current status around key improvements and insights about the TSW experience as a whole, where we’ve come in the last month, and a summary of how we’re continuing to support the growth of recent releases, and the title, for the future ahead.
Here’s a quick overview of what we’re covering:
Next Steps for Add-on Mounting updates
Positive progress on Blurred Texture improvements
Improvements coming to the BR Class 90 and Medway Valley Line Add-ons
Add-on Mounting & Blurred Textures
These two issues have been the primary focus of our State of the Game updates so far this year, and thankfully we’re starting to see positive progress fall into our recent add-ons.
Starting firstly with Add-on Mounting, this was intended to release alongside the DB BR 147 last week, however, due to the release being delayed, we’re also looking at how these changes are impacted, and working further on making sure these are implemented as we expect. They won’t align with the DB BR 147’s new release date on April 9th, and instead we’ll continue to look for a suitable window once we’ve concluded testing the changes. The goal with these improvements remains to be lowering the size of dependant content when loading add-ons to avoid hitting the platform limitations on PS5 and help with smart content loading optimisation.
Let’s talk Blurred Textures – looking at our recent add-ons releases, we’ve had great positive results! Whilst the team are continuing to work on improvements that help resolve issues that appear in existing routes/add-ons, we’ve seen almost no reports of blurred textures across all of the 5 releases in March, which is a really positive indicator that the optimisation process we’ve implemented since identifying the issue is helping prevent them from appearing.
In our past State of Game updates, we’ve talked about how these updates are something we need to assess individually for released content, so it’s not a simple core-fix we can update, but seeing the positive progress on recent releases is giving us a good sign that we’ll be on track to help resolve and improvement other areas that are affected.
As a note, we thank you all for the patience whilst we’re continuing our work to ensure that we can keep supporting releases, both existing and new, to a high visual quality that you expect.
BR Class 90 – Feedback and Post-release Improvements
Today we’d like to share an update from both our team and Alan Thomson Simulation regarding recent community feedback on the BR Class 90 Add-on, along with our plan for the next round of improvements and the expected timeline for these updates.
We want to acknowledge the feedback that players have shared since release and thank everyone who has taken the time to report issues and provide constructive comments through our community channels. Your feedback has been invaluable in helping us prioritise the areas that require attention.
The teams are currently working towards two stages of improvements, each with a different timeframe:
Short-term Hotfix Focused on addressing key immediate issues, including a fix for acknowledging AWS / DSD when using controller inputs.
Longer-term Update This update will incorporate broader player feedback and is currently planned to address timetable improvements, Class 90 audio refinements, and issues relating to collision and coupling behaviour.
We appreciate the continued support for the BR Class 90 and the detailed feedback provided so far. While we are not yet in a position to confirm exact release dates for either update, we will share confirmed timings through our usual community channels as soon as they are available.
Last week we also shared an update from both our team, and the Firefly Simulation group, discussing the PS5 audio being inaudible/lower than expected for the Medway Valley Line Add-on, and sharing our current progress.
The team identified that some elements of the 375 audio seemed to be playing at an much lower volume than intended (~1%) on the PlayStation. It wasn’t missing entirely, but due to the low volume, it can appear as if the sounds aren’t playing. For players on PC (Steam and Epic Games) and Xbox platforms, the audio is working as intended.
The Firefly team have attempted a number of fixes since the launch last week, including a build we submitted to Sony, none of which have proven successful in addressing the problem. Due to the audio being present (despite being a lower volume), diagnosing the issue is taking longer to fully understand and rectify, particularly given other platforms are working as intended, but we wanted to share that they’re working closely with their audio technician and with the support of our team, including the executive producer Matt, to help find a solution as soon as possible.
We can’t commit to an ETA for the improvement, but the team are working hard so that this be delivered the moment we can resolve and test the fix, and we’ll work closely with Firefly to ensure we can support the update and share more news as it comes.
Dovetail Games and Firefly Simulations would like to thank all those who’ve supported the Medway Valley Line with positive and constructive feedback, and we’re grateful you those on PlayStation who are waiting patiently for the audio improvement.
In addition to the Class 90 & Medway Valley line add-ons, our teams are also reviewing community feedback for all of March’s releases to support future patches and requested improvements.
We released a patch for Frankenbahn: Stuttgart - Heilbronn which included an important timetable update alongside some changes to improve your gameplay experience, such as onboard announcements being added to the BR 423, lighting improvements and various fixes to the PIS system across the route.
Check out the full changelog for all the details, and please continue giving us feedback across community platforms.
We also have our next core update for TSW6 coming in the next couple weeks, and we'll confirm a full changelog of improvements with you all ahead of the release. We'll continue to address further community feedback for Add-on releases and core improvements closer to the time of the patch release.
The April 2026 Mastery Challenges are now live!
Oops! That wasn't the right one. That was the one we posted for our yearly April Fools Mastery Challenges! Luckily, we've done away with these ones and gone for some that are slightly less challenging.
Mastery Challenges are a great way to get more out of your Train Sim World experience, and if you manage to complete them before the month ends, you'll get rewarded with a decal and a poster!
Tier 1 Challenges for the Monthly Decal:
Spring Surge - Drive 25 miles/40km
Full Steam Ahead - Exceed 100mph/160kmph
Tier 2 Challenges for the Visit Germany Poster:
The Hunt Begins - Collect 6 Collectables
Spring Cleaning - Complete 3 Scenarios
It's Getting Hot in Here - Complete 10 Timetables
Glad that's been cleared up. These are sure to put a spring in your step. Good luck with your challenges, and have fun!
You may have seen that over the Easter Weekend, a group of content creators got together to complete a full relay race on Train Sim World 6 and Train Simulator Classic. The journey started at London Victoria on the Chatham Main Line in Train Simulator Classic. If you haven't seen it, you can watch the whole thing on YouTube via RichyRail's channel.
The group start their journey southeast with The Flying Southerner taking the reins with a Class 707 stopper to Orpington. Next, was the British Ace who took us on a quick sprint down towards Tonbridge.
At Tonbridge, the journey began the Train Sim World section of the relay race. We were first treated to some DRS Class 20 and Rail Operations Group Class 37 action towards Maidstone from Casual Rail. The ROG Class 37 was then taken charge by TrainSimulatorDriver who continued throughout the remainder of the Medway Valley Line in Train Sim World 6.
From Strood, the relay race then went towards Dartford with TygerWays taking a Class 465 on an interesting service along SouthEastern High Speed. After this, JasonPFC took us back to Rochester in a pink Thameslink Class 700 - I guess you could call it ThamesPINK!
From Rochester, RexTactics took control of another Class 465 on an express service towards Faversham. And, at the end of night, RichyRail continued on Train Simulator Classic towards Dover Priory doing a Javelin ‘test run’.
The whole event contained chaos from start to finish and lasted over 5 hours! And, in future we hope to get more creators involved in these relay races across many routes in Train Sim World and Train Simulator Classic!
The whole event contained chaos from start to finish and lasted over 5 hours! The gang hope to get more creators involved in these relay races across many routes in Train Sim World and Train Simulator Classic!
We've always loved seeing the community create incredible screenshots and get involved in our weekly competitions over the years, and we've recently decided on a full rebrand - introducing the new look of TSW Railshots!
These competitions will be run monthly, and give you a chance to get involved on both the official Dovetail Discord Server and Forums, submitting your images to be showed on our socials, on in-game loading screenshots, and with other exclusive rewarsd, such as unique tags for our community spaces!
So, get your best photography skills ready, and we look forward to seeing all the submissions. Good Luck!
We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that, in collaboration with our friends at Mattel, Dovetail Games officially launched the brand-new standalone Thomas & Friends™ adventure. This has been received positively by our core community, Thomas & Friends fans, and the gaming community as a whole.
What's Next for Wonders of Sodor? We know many of you are very eager to know more about what the future holds, but we first want to make sure that your experiences on the Island of Sodor are the best they can be before we share any news here, which is why we're prioritising working through your feedback and our first patch for the game, coming to you soon. We'll share more news on this, but in the meantime we'd welcome your continued discussions and feedback.
Join Senior Community Manager Alex for the April 2026 Roadmap Livestream on the Train Sim World YouTube and Twitch channel at 7pm BST, where he'll be going through all of the roadmap content alongside answering your questions.
Our Dovetail Discord server has now passed over 10,000 members! This is an incredible milestone to reach so soon, and of the time writing this roadmap, we're actually on the approach to 11k and beyond.
Thank you to everyone who supports this space, whether you were there as a Day One Member or new to the Discord, a Competiton Winner or someone who likes admiring the screenshots, or even our fantastic Community Moderator's who help keep the peace. We're grateful to have you with us in this journey!
This has been a brand new endeavour for Dovetail in the last year, and something our Community team have poured countless hours of love into building. It doesn't stop here either, as we're looking at how we can keep elevating this space, and continually growing and making this a community you're proud to be involved in.
Make sure you’re joining our teams on our Dovetail Live forums and Train Sim Community community-led Discord that we are active in – and let us know what you’re looking forward to most.
Discover more on Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, and Discord
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