The General Electric U34CH, a big, burly diesel locomotive built in the 1970s that hauled commuters in New Jersey and New York for more than two decades is now ready for Train Simulator duty – and the U34CH is accompanied in this new DLC pack by Pullman-Standard Comet I equipment!
Coming to Train Simulator in May, “The Battle for Sherman Hill” will deliver the ultimate railroading experience on Union Pacific’s legendary and historic crossing of America’s Continental Divide! With “The Battle for Sherman Hill,” you’ll tackle the challenges of moving heavy freight, from the steam era to the railroading of today!
To bring more than half-a-century of railroading to life, “The Battle of Sherman Hill” will include Train Simulator’s popular Sherman Hill route, five locomotive and equipment packs, and nine specially created and highly realistic career scenarios!
With “The Battle for Sherman Hill, you’ll tackle the challenges of moving heavy freight throughout the decades, from the steam era to the railroading of today. In a scene of contemporary Union Pacific railroading on Sherman Hill, a trio of GE ES44ACs lead a westbound grain train while a single GE is working as a DPU on the rear of an eastbound coal train.
Big Boy! With the upcoming Train Simulator “Battle for Sherman Hill,” you’ll take the throttle of the world’s largest steam locomotive – Union Pacific’s Alco-built 4-8-8-4 “Big Boy -- and challenge the unforgiving 1.5 percent grades of Sherman Hill’s eastern slope. At Dale, Wyoming, east- and westbound freights with Big Boy power meet at speed. Note: Screenshots depict content while in development.
Powerful, elegant, and fast – that was Union Pacific’s 4-6-6-4 Challenger locomotives. In a scene recalling the 1950s, Union Pacific 4-6-6-4 3985, destined for a long and famous career, emerges from the east portal of Sherman Hill’s Hermosa Tunnel with a priority Pacific Fruit Express refrigerator train in tow.
Train Simulator’s upcoming “The Battle for Sherman Hill” will bring to life more than half-a-century of railroading across the Laramie Mountains, including a brief period in the late 1950s when Union Pacific super steam and gas-electric turbines served together. UP GTEL “Big Blow” No. 2 has overtaken a westbound manifest on the slopes of the Train Simulator Sherman Hill route.
Battle for Sherman Hill is coming soon to Train Simulator 2020.
The one-of-a-kind prototype electric locomotive that was set to transform the East Coast Main Line, the BR Class 89 is now available to drive in Train Simulator 2020:
The BR Class 89 was a prototype electric locomotive that was set to transform the East Coast Main Line, and while reality went in a different direction, one cannot deny the unique and powerful design that was the “Badger”, and this one-of-a-kind loco is available to drive in Train Simulator!
With the ECML amidst major transformation in the form of electrification, British Rail were keen to source a brand new fleet of electric locomotives that would haul services under the new wires. The initial specification was drawn up by Brush at Loughborough and built at Crewe Works in 1986. Unfortunately, the fate of the type was essentially sealed in the same year, when BR changed their specification requirements after Brush had committed to building the locomotive.
The new loco rolled off the production line and was dubbed the BR Class 89, boasting 6 traction motors which would power it up to 125mph in service.
Passenger service on the ECML was rather brief, it was used on London – Leeds services for only about 3 years before a serious failure occurred, and the locomotive fell by the wayside. It was rescued by some Brush employees, and appeared at some events across the country, but the future looked bleak.
But then came privatisation, BR and its sectors had been replaced by rail franchises, and the newly formed GNER franchise purchased the sole Class 89 for its own use following a motive power shortage. It entered service once again in 1997, but history rhymed, and in 2001 a major failure put the loco out of use and this time it was for good. The 89 was once sold into preservation once again, where it remains to this day with the long-term goal of making it operational for railtour use.
While its service life was brief, and it never got the chance to become the mainline workhorse it was meant to be, the BR Class 89 found a place in many enthusiasts hearts, its unique design earned itself the nickname of “Badger”, and it offered the occasional break from the norm for spotters.
Fans of the “Badger” rejoice, as this unsung stallion can now be experienced in Train Simulator!
Available today on the Steam Store, the official game of Great British Railway Journeys features five routes with over 350 miles to explore. Follow in the footsteps of the father of the train timetable, George Bradshaw. His handbook was the first comprehensive tourist guide created for Britain's railways and was the inspiration for the hit television series. Your journey in the official game will take you to five locations across Britain…
East Coast Main Line London-Peterborough
The iconic HST kick-started an era of high-speed rail travel and went on to prove itself as capable and versatile over many of Britain’s main lines. Take the HST over one of the busiest railway routes on the British network, the East Coast Main Line, and experience life in the fast lane.
Great Eastern Main Line London-Ipswich
The BR Class 360 has proven hugely successful in high capacity commuter travel, with its spacious interior and modern driving cab. Command this hard-working EMU through the dense urban network of east London departing the third busiest station in the UK at Liverpool Street.
Portsmouth Direct Line: London Waterloo – Portsmouth
One of the busiest commuter networks in Britain, the south western network is serviced by an array of modern EMUs including BR Classes 444, 450, 455/8 and 377s. Step into the driving cabs of four of Britain’s iconic commuter trains and ferry your passengers to Portsmouth out of London’s magnificent Waterloo station.
Settle to Carlisle
Famous for its numerous viaducts, tunnels and stunning scenery, the Settle-Carlisle line attracts thousands of railfans from all over the world every year. Take control of powerful heavy freight machines, regional passenger and even steam engines and battle the many summits, twists and turns of Cumbria’s historic Lake District route.
Chatham & Medway Line
Connecting England's garden with London, the south-eastern route through the heart of the Medway valley is operated heavily by third rail powered multiple units. Transport passengers with a wide range of electric multiple units such as the BR Class 375 and BR Class 465 or weave through the busy traffic with American-built BR Class 59 heavy freight locomotives.
Great British Railway Journeys is OUT NOW on Steam. If you’re an existing owner of Train Simulator, Great British Railway Journeys expands your existing collection by adding five routes directly into your copy of Train Simulator.
Our biggest sale of the year is here! Celebrate March Madness on Steam with crazy discounts of up to 70% on Train Sim World and 90% on Train Simulator until 16th March! Head to the event page: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/dovetailgames
Highlights from the sale include Train Simulator add-ons like Frankfurt U-Bahn (-25%), South Western Main Line (-35%), Gotthardbahn (-35%) and Northern Southern N-Line (-25%).
Throughout the event we also have some exciting streams for you to watch, starting Friday 6th March on Steam. We have a lot of content lined up for you including various challenges on Train Simulator and Train Sim World, exclusive gameplay of the MP15DC Switcher and much more! We'll be streaming on 6th/7th March, 11th March and 13th/14th March.
Dovetail Games and Fremantle announce partnership to bring Great British Railway Journeys to life with the official game.
The official game of Great British Railway Journeys is coming to Steam 5th March. In the show Michael Portillo follows in the footsteps of the father of the train timetable George Bradshaw. Now take to the rails and start your own adventure driving iconic trains across five famous routes from the hit television series.
Powered by the Train Simulator engine, Great British Railway Journeys features an authentic recreation of real trains with unrivalled detail. Manage your engine, passengers, safety systems, signalling and much more from the comfort of the cab, with control boards that perfectly re-create the operations of real-life trains. Master the operation of diesel, electric and steam as you deliver passengers and freight, alongside British landmarks and stunning backdrops.
Michael Portillo, presenter of Great British Railway Journeys commented: "The level of realism and extraordinary detail in the game makes it feel exactly like being in the driving seat of a train."
Paul Jackson, CEO of Dovetail Games, said: "As a fan of the series I’m excited to be working with Fremantle to bring the world of Great British Railway Journeys to life and give railfans the chance to discover these famous railway routes."
Featuring five routes with over 350 miles to explore and more than 40 scenarios, the Great British Railway Journeys game will challenge you to keeping to schedule in the bustling commuter network around London, navigate the twists and turns of Cumbria's historic Lake District and manage passenger and freight through the heart of Medway Valley.
Drive Bradshaw's Britain with these five journeys:
· East Coast Main Line: London-Peterborough · Great Eastern Main Line: London-Ipswich · Portsmouth Direct Line: London Waterloo – Portsmouth · Settle to Carlisle · Chatham & Medway Line
Great British Railway Journeys releases on Steam 5th March. If you’re an existing owner of Train Simulator, Great British Railway Journeys expands your existing collection by adding five routes directly into your copy of Train Simulator.
