Yesterday we brought an update for Core, Boston Sprinter and Cane Creek ahead of the launch for Sherman Hill on Thursday.

We are rolling out the second part of the texturing issue that has been particularly impacting those of you on Xbox.

Additionally, release times for Sherman Hill have changed from what you’ve come to expect. Traditionally console users have new content available at midnight local, this will not be the case for Sherman Hill and in the future and you should expect add-ons to become available later in the day.

• Update to textures on Xbox which should now resolve instances where players games were seen to flicker.
  
• Improved the ATC so that it will now produce a "beep" sound when changing ATC/ACSES mode and speed increase. Added appropriate check to ACSES 'STOP' aspect, ensuring it only occurs if the signal is generating an ATC 'Restricted' aspect.

• Updated SimuGraph functionality when braking the ACS-64.
  
• Improved the F40PH-3C horn sensitivity when using Keyboard and RailDriver.
  
• Various improvements to the Single deck cars.
  
• Removed 'quick release' reservoir on the F40PH-3C and Cab Car to prevent the equalising reservoir dropping.
  
• Improved braking performance at higher speeds without causing slides at lower speeds.
  
• Fixed an issue that would cause the diesel engine from losing RPM during slips on the F40PH-3C.
  
• Updated Gamepad Reset Safety System to ensure gamepad works correctly with Alerter, ACSES, ATC on the MBTA F40PH-3C
  
• Updated "APPROACH" to use 'O' (Letter) instead of '0' (Digit) when driving the ACS-64
  
• Updated the ACS-64 so that the button index for the open and close doors toggle to be on the expected side of the D-pad (left for left, right for right)
  
• Resolved instances where the switches were seen to be flickering while driving the ACS-64
  
• Updated the RailDriver layout for the headlights on the MBTA F40PH-3C so that the controls are now in the expected location.
  
• Updated seating position of Drivers on CTC-3 Cab Car, to make the look more natural. (To remove any floating feet)
  
• Updated instances where the CTC coaches were showing three digits instead four.
  
• Updated Gamepad Reset Safety System to ensure gamepad works correctly with Alerter, ACSES, ATC on the MBTA Single deck cars.
  
• Updated the formation max speed to 80mph on the MBTA Coaches.
  
• Updated numbering to fix wrong or missing numbers on BTC and CTC interiors.
  
• Minor updates to the ADU suppression and brake application indicators.

• Updated crossings on Cane Creek to allow raise/lower functionality.
  
• Made various improvements to the scenario 'LDP-46 Part 1: Brendel to Moab'
  
• Improved the position of stop markers at Moab.
  
• Added an extra switching move to pull apart the consists after splitting. This will prevent collisions which could result in derailing should the player fail to apply the train brakes.
  
• Updated the bogie height for the AC4400CW so that they are now more accurate to real life.
  
• Updated the route art on Cane Creek to remove instances where rocks were seen to be floating.
  
• Updated the route art on Cane Creek to improve road blending and tidied up the terrain.
  
• Fixed an issue which would cause the couplings to behave erroneously on the AC4400CW.

• Added RailDriver functionality to the DB BR 422
  
• Added Rush Hour passengers to Rhein-Ruhr Osten
  
• The update will download automatically for owners when it becomes available. Players should allow at least 24 hours after restarting Steam, EPIC Game Store or their console for the update to appear and before contacting Customer Support.

The Steam Autumn Sale has arrived, and with it discounts on a wide range of routes and locomotives for Train Sim World 2.

UK railfans can pick up discounts on routes like the recently updated West Somerset Railway at -50%. Looking for something in the US? The classic Long Island Railroad is -60% off. Or for German drivers get a -20% discount Rhein-Ruhr Osten ready for the upcoming G6 Diesel Shunter release.

If you missed out on any of the Rush Hour routes over the Summer, these have also all been discounted in the Steam Autumn Sale. You can get -20% off London Commuter, Nahverkehr Dresden and Boston Sprinter.

There are lots more discounts on Train Sim World 2 Add-Ons to browse on the store page...

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1282590/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1490114/Train_Sim_World_2_Rush_Hour_Season_Ticket/



Next week on November 11th the Season Ticket for Train Sim World 2 will no longer be available to purchase. This is your last chance to pick up all three routes for one great price at £34.99 / €39.99 / $39.99. Following this anyone who has purchased the Season Ticket will still have this in their library and all of the Rush Hour routes will remain available to purchase separately on all stores. Follow the links below to get the Season Ticket today.



Here's what you get with the Rush Hour Season Ticket...



Take on the busiest and fastest passenger rail line in the United States and explore the famous Northeast Corridor between the two state capitals of Boston and Providence. Experience inter-city and commuter operations aboard Amtrak’s Sprinter, the ACS-64, and the MBTA’s distinctive F40PH-3 locomotives.



Experience complex operations out of the iconic Dresden Hbf, with commuters and international travellers converging to make a hustle and bustle mix of S-Bahn, regional, inter-city and freight traffic. Be in control of modern traction, and explore the countryside of Eastern Germany.



Jump in the cab and take control of packed trains filled with commuters, tourists, and holidaymakers. Immersing yourself in the Brighton Main Line, one of Southern England’s busiest passenger routes, and travel between London Victoria and Brighton experiencing over 50 miles of varied terrain and landmarks.

Be in control of your journey across these three iconic routes in the Season Ticket, and you can look forward to more updates coming to these in the future. Keep an eye on our channels and the regular Roadmap streams to find out more.



The Season Ticket for Rush Hour will be available to purchase until November 11th. The time this goes off sale will vary depending on platform.

You will still be to enjoy all three routes at your leisure and download them as you please once the Season Ticket is no longer available, without having to repurchase them.

Yes. All three Train Sim World 2: Rush Hour routes can still be added to your collection and will remain available separately after this date. Each route is priced at £24.99 / €29.99 / $29.99.

No, there are no plans to make this available again following November 11th.

There will be no change to this. The Deluxe Edition will continue to include the main Train Sim World 2 game and the three Rush Hour routes.

Stay up to date with everything Rush Hour and more by following @TrainSimWorld on Twitter and Facebook.

Experience the rolling hills and picturesque countryside of the “Great Western”, aboard classic British diesel traction, with Rivet Games’ West Cornwall Local: Penzance - St Austell & St Ives route. Available now.

Step back into the 1990s and relive this line in the pre-BR privatisation era. It’s your job to take charge of the various services on this 44-mile (70 km) scenic route from Penzance to St Austell including the St Ives branch. Carry passengers through the Cornish Countryside on local Regional Railways services and shuttle to and fro along the St Ives branch in BR Class 150/2 in Regional Railways livery. Alternatively, take on the challenge of freight over the hills in the BR Class 37/5 in Railfreight Grey livery.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1664931

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1418840/Train_Sim_World_2_Southern_BR_Class_313_EMU_AddOn/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1304447/Train_Sim_World_2_East_Coastway_Brighton__Eastbourne__Seaford_Route_AddOn/



“This service is formed of 3 coaches” scrolls across the customer information board as you patiently wait for your Brighton bound train, the classic BR Class 313 EMU in Southern Livery has arrived for Train Sim World 2: East Coastway!


At forty-five years old the BR Class 313 EMU is the oldest EMU in regular service across Britain’s railway network, having served the outer suburbs of London in a variety of liveries since the 1970s, you can now enjoy this stalwart of the British Railways era in its most modern guise on the scenic Train Sim World 2: East Coastway. Painted in the green and white livery of Southern, the BR Class 313 EMU is enhanced with Coastway branding and refurbished with a variety of modern features that better accommodate a new generation of commuters, tourists, and football fans who regularly use the East and West Coastway out of Brighton.




This highly detailed new Add-On puts you in the cab of the veteran BR Class 313 EMU, beautifully detailed to simulate a feature-rich and realistic driving experience, with lovingly recreated performance, sounds, and handling. This plucky little three-car unit regularly runs in pairs, particularly on busy summer or match days, with Scenario Planner you have the freedom to run it as either . Master the controls and get started in the detailed training scenario, then try your hand at the three unique scenarios that take you across the Idyllic East Coastway.




The BR Class 313 EMU arrives for Train Sim World 2: East Coastway's busy timetable, bringing this classic EMU to work alongside the BR Class 377 EMU and BR Class 66. Of course, you can always play it your own way as it is fully compatible with Train Sim World 2’s Livery Designer and Scenario Planner. Included is a duplicate of the East Coastway timetable, in which the Class 313 is driveable on the Lewes and Seaford services. You will still be able to drive the Class 377 on these services in the original timetable.




To give you the feel of busy tourist traffic we have updated Train Sim World 2: East Coastway with additional features. This includes the new Rush Hour passenger system, meaning you can enjoy increased passenger numbers and new character models and clothing.This additional footfall will fill up your BR Class 313 EMU quickly, with all those additional passengers embarking and disembarking, and a lower top speed than the BR Class 377 EMU it will take some skill and practice to stay on time and stick to your timetable.




As the BR Class 313 EMU can occasionally be seen on the Brighton Main Line heading for servicing and repairs at Selhurst Depot, we thought it only fitting to include this stock movement as additional layers to Rush Hour: London Commuter. Twelve playable and AI additional service layers have been added to this recent Add-On and can be enjoyed by PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S players when both Add-Ons are installed.

Experience modern commuter traction along the wonderfully picturesque countryside of Southern England. Operate your trains over a rail network represented how it is today, complete with modern signalling on a route that defines commuter and seaside rail operations. Launching today is the classic [BR Class 313/2](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1418840/) that's ready to serve Brighton, Seaford and beyond in Train Sim World 2: East Coastway!




Race through Bavaria and experience the hustle and bustle of modern commuting with Train Sim World 2: Hauptstrecke München – Augsburg. It’s your job to operate Inter-City Express and S-Bahn services across the busy München – Augsburg railway. Manage the complexities of keeping to the timetable while calling at all stations on commuter services, or when taking in the thrill of 230 km/h operation.




Take control of the instantly recognisable EMD F7 diesel locomotive, dressed in the vibrant and coal dust-coated Clinchfield Railroad livery. Step into the cab of the A unit, while the B unit offers additional horsepower for the heaviest of freight duties. Alternatively, get a taste of something then-new, the EMD SD40, before its more recent upgrades to become the loco that exists today.




Train Sim World 2: Rush Hour Deluxe Edition includes Train Sim World 2 and the Rush Hour Season Ticket giving you access to six heart pounding routes. Master iconic locomotives on high-speed services, long freight hauls or precise commuter traffic, and get creative with customisation tools!

To see everything in the Halloween Sale head over to our store page.

Stay up to date on the latest releases, sales and more by following @TrainSimWorld on Twitter and Facebook.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1418845/Train_Sim_World_2_DB_BR_187_Loco_AddOn/

Take charge of vital freight services along the busy corridor between Köln and Aachen from the cab of the state-of-the-art DB BR 187. No matter what needs moving, the DB BR 187 can haul with ease, and thanks to Skyhook Games you can put it to work in Train Sim World 2!




Since the mid-1990s, the TRAXX series of locomotives have been developed and produced for a variety of needs throughout Europe and beyond. Different variants take on newer technologies and are adapted to best perform different roles on both local and cross-border traffic.




The latest in this modular platform, now in its 3rd generation, has been built since 2011. Featuring the latest technologies and a sturdy new design, the TRAXX “AC3” can be configured to run almost anywhere and is used throughout Europe as well as Israel. For Germany, Deutsche Bahn placed an order for multiple variants of the loco, including 110 of the F140 AC3; these would be used for hauling freight and were classified as the DB BR 187. The DB BR 187 represents the pinnacle of modern motive power, outputting 5600 kW and capable of achieving an impressive 140 km/h.




Skyhook has recreated this modern German powerhouse in incredible true-to-life detail and is resplendent in the eye-catching DB Traffic red livery. You can enjoy this new locomotive in a variety of ways across Schnellfahrstrecke Köln-Aachen, learn the ropes with the comprehensive training guide, then explore the yards and open countryside between Köln and Aachen however you please with journey mode chapters, four bespoke scenarios, and services in timetable mode. Additionally, DB BR 187 has the option to run as a substituted locomotive on other German freight services that feature in various Add-Ons that are available separately, like Main Spessart Bahn or Rush Hour- Nahverkehr Dresden.



This brand-new Add-On also includes a complement of varied freight rolling stock, Habbins 334, Roos-T 645, Shimms-TTU 772, and Shimms-U 708 wagons all feature, and will occur across the services and scenarios previously mentioned. Coupled with full Livery Designer and Scenario Planner compatibilities, the exciting new DB BR 187 brings heavy freight traffic to Schnellfahrstrecke Köln-Aachen in the most modern fashion.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1490113/Train_Sim_World_2_London_Underground_1938_Stock_EMU_Loco_AddOn/



Take a step back in time with the London Underground 1938 Tube Stock dressed in London Transport livery. The Train Sim World 2 1938 Stock features a highly detailed, feature-rich driving cab that has accurate true-to-life performance and handling. Climb into the cab, take in the cosy lightbulb-lit interior, the old school driving controls and get ready to command this authentic locomotive across 3 detailed and challenging scenarios, delivering passengers to their destinations up and down the Bakerloo Line. The London Underground 1938 Stock is an all-around classic and a pleasure to be aboard, and thanks to Rivet Games, you can experience it now on the Bakerloo Line in Train Sim World 2!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1490114/Train_Sim_World_2_Rush_Hour_Season_Ticket/

The third route in the Train Sim World 2: Rush Hour Season Ticket, London Commuter, has arrived!
Take control of services across the historic Brighton Main Line during the busy rush hour, used by commuters and tourists for around 180 years and filled with eye-catching architecture and landmarks, it’s now yours to explore and master. Fast Gatwick Express trains bound for Gatwick airport and beyond, or busy local commuter services going between London Victoria and Brighton stations give you a varied and immersive experience, feel the intensity of rush hour in central London and the Southern counties of England.

Get the Rush Hour Season Ticket to get this new route as well as Nahverkehr Dresden and Boston Sprinter.



With Two modern units of the Electrostar family to choose from, you can enjoy the route at whatever pace suits you. Jump in the cab and take control of the Gatwick Express BR Class 387/2 EMU and see the countryside and stations fly past as you hurtle towards your destination, alternatively, the Southern BR Class 377/4 EMU stops at all of the routes 29 stations and is the mainstay of the Brighton Main Lines commuter services. Learning this undulating route and where the stations are will be key to staying on time!

In addition to the two Electrostar units included in Rush Hour-London Commuter there are also a variety of additional layers and AI Services for PC and 9th generation console players that enhance the route with Add-Ons, find out more about what's included here.




The busy 24-hour timetable includes approximately 1200 BR Class 387/2 and 377/4 EMU services for you to enjoy, coupled with 6 bespoke scenarios that include taking the BR Class 387/2 EMU to an unconventional destination, and Train Sim World 2’s unique features such as Livery Designer and Scenario planner there are plenty of ways to for you to take control or Rush Hour- London Commuter!




Catch the Railfan TV team tonight on Twitch and YouTube at 19:00 UTC. Join Matt and JD for the launch of Train Sim World 2: Rush Hour – London Commuter!

Purchase the Rush Hour Season Ticket now to save big on all three routes!

The ever-busy Brighton Main Line that features in the upcoming Rush Hour- London Commuter has so much history and unique features throughout the route, we thought we would show you some of the most interesting stations, viaducts, and architectural landmarks you will see as you hurtle past them in your Electrostar unit of choice.




Opened in 1860, Victoria Station, or London Victoria as its commonly known serves Brighton Main Line services bound for London, Chatham Main Line services also started arriving two years later, giving it easier access to the Kent coast. This was done by creating two separate stations internally, but the appearance of a single station from the main entrance. Its entrance façade is an impressive structure and a wonderful location to start an adventure to the coast. Due to the eclectic mix of railway lines that connect from both the Brighton and Chatham Main Lines, it has developed itself as one of the major transport hubs of central London. Additionally, it connects to numerous London Underground Lines and the Victoria Coach Station giving passengers even more choice of destinations. This access to transport links and central location ensured it was one of the busiest stations during both World Wars, and welcomed the body of The Unknown Warrior to London.

Under the ownership of the Southern Railway in the 1920s and 30s the station changed significantly, the wall that separated the two sides was removed, platforms were renumbered into a single station, and major works were completed to install the 3rd rail electric on all Brighton Main Line platforms. It would be around another 30 years and under nationalisation before the Chatham side of the station would receive the same upgrade. In more recent years it has earnt itself the title of the second busiest station in Britain handling over 81 million passenger entries and exits in 2015/16, currently, platforms 1 to 7 facilitate Southeastern services, platforms 8-12 & 15-19 facilitate Southern, with 13 & 14 being dedicated to Gatwick Express.




Noted as being one of the world’s largest brick buildings this imposing structure has been stretching into the London skyline since its completion in 1955, however, a full half of the station was completed and in service as early as the 1930s, this was known as “Battersea A”. Situated on the South Bank of the Thames just south of London Victoria the now Grade II* listed building is impossible to miss as you approach or leave the London terminus.



Designed by a team of architects and engineers that included popular Architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, who was hired to address concerns over it being an eyesore on the London skyline. He addressed the publics' concerns brilliantly with the building you see today, adding it to his already impressive portfolio of aesthetically pleasing industrial buildings, this so-called “Temple of Power” is thought of as one of his best. By 1983 both parts of the power station had ceased outputting power. It then gradually fell into a state of disrepair despite a variety of bids to utilise the space. Finally, in 2013 building work started and the redevelopment began. You can even see some of the cranes bought in to facilitate that work in Rush Hour- London Commuter.




The station that stands today at East Corydon is very different from its Victorian predecessor. This modern station has evolved into a juxtaposition of different design aesthetics and ideas and is one of the busiest non-terminal stations in the entire United Kingdom. From the ultra-modern and recently installed footbridge to traditional detailing of the station canopy poles.

Having undergone a major refurbishment in 1992, the Victorian-era station building was replaced by a lightweight steel-framed building, its complete with towers on each corner that are suspended with wireframe rigging, making it look like a suspension bridge or sailing ship. Each tower is topped with the Nation Rail banner, appropriate to the station at the time of construction, now a reminder of an era of railways gone by. This modernisation was ideal for the passengers as it included an updated concourse area and easy access to the town's tram network.




With the Brighton Main Line leaving the busy city behind it encounters the cinematic undulating landscape of the South Downs. Something that is fantastic for passengers, but less so for railway engineers. Deep valleys and steep hills had to be conquered as an easier route didn’t present itself. The Ouse Valley and River were one the biggest challenges. The London and Brighton Railway’s Chief Engineer John Urpeth Rastrick, and Architect David Mocatta stepped up to that challenge and achieved excellence, what they created has been described as the most elegant viaduct in Britain. Located just south of Balcombe it was constructed with approximately 11 million bricks and stretches 1,480 feet/ 450 m across the valley on 37 semi-circular arches, it is framed by four small rectangular Italianate pavilions at either end, and is completed with classically balustraded parapets, string courses, and pier caps. it was opened in July of 1841.




Constructed in 1941, with the signalman’s cottage added 8 years later across the top of the tunnel mouth, this incredible tunnel portal is a treat for any railway or architecture enthusiast. Its complex Gothic castle-like aesthetics are thought to have been designed by its Chief Engineer John Urpeth Rastrick or one of his sub-contractors, as it's not in keeping with Company Architect David Mocatta’s favoured design stylings. However, to this day its designer is still unknown. Even the reason for its construction is shrouded in mystery.

Located between Hassocks and Preston Park Stations the Clayton Tunnel cuts through 1 mile 499 yards/ 2,066 m of the South Downs, keep your eye open for its impressive features and large octagonal turrets that decorate either side of the tunnel mouth as you hurtle south. We can't think of a better location to try your hand at Railfan shots, find out more about Railfan shots here.




With a vast quantity of historic sites and tourist attractions that attract passengers to Brighton such as the beautiful Royal Pavilion, the ever-popular pier, and the exciting nightlife and entertainment, it is unsurprising that Brighton attracts millions of tourists and day-trippers every year. As you arrive at Brighton Station, the southernmost terminus of the Brighton Main Line, you are greeted by an imposing Grade II* listed building with a double-spanned curved glass and iron roof, it stretches across all of the station’s 8 platforms and is a fitting end to your scenic journey.



Designed by Architect David Mocatta as not only the main station for the East Sussex town but also as the Head Office of the London and Brighton Railway, it was completed between 1839 and 1840 and followed a similar Italianate style to the Ouse Valley Viaduct. The first train from London arrived in September 1941. Today the original three-story structure is obscured by a variety of extensions and additions to the building, however, some traditional features such as the street-facing clock remain visible. The station has also been renovated following a grant from the Department of Transport and saw upgrades to ticket booths, retail outlets, and many more facilities.

Rush Hour: London Commuter arrives for Train Sim World 2 on 7th October for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam! It will be available to purchase separately at launch or get it as part of the Rush Hour Season Ticket alongside Boston Sprinter and Nahverkehr Dresden (both out now).
Purchase the Rush Hour Season Ticket now to save big on all three routes!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1490114/Train_Sim_World_2_Rush_Hour_Season_Ticket/

Last month, we confirmed that the Meißen branch for Nahverkehr Dresden would be added to the route for those who own the Add-On (either as a single route or part of the Rush Hour Season Ticket). We're pleased to confirm this will come with the patch to support London Commuter next week!