The place to talk about other things Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:41:58 +0000 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:41:58 +0000 Dovetail Games Forums https://forums.dovetailgames.com/forums/off-topic.83/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:40:17 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/real-railway-videos-photos-and-news.41810/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/real-railway-videos-photos-and-news.41810/ invalid@example.com (DTG Jamie) DTG Jamie Have made this for anyone who wants to post there pictures and videos as well as any news they have found.
Enjoy.]]> 1537 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:43:04 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/physical-steam-gift-cards-are-going-away.98294/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/physical-steam-gift-cards-are-going-away.98294/ invalid@example.com (Calidore266) Calidore266
https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/78E3-7431-1E88-AD59#retailers

Just a heads-up for those who use them.]]> 6 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:09:22 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/running-train-sim.97697/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/running-train-sim.97697/ invalid@example.com (Jasonic) Jasonic https://store.steampowered.com/app/4630570/RUNNING_TRAIN/

Have been looking forward to this one, made with UE5.

...

Running Train Sim]]> 231 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:38:36 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/is-simrail-what-tsw-should-have-been.62467/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/is-simrail-what-tsw-should-have-been.62467/ invalid@example.com (Jamy) Jamy Pros
Excellent graphics
Full Editor
Dispatcher
Multiplayer (although this as never interested me, I know it's been wildly asked for)
Scenario creator
Dynamic weather
price $29.99
Negatives.
Only polish route on release 500km long
German and US routes in production but no mention of UK which is what I play]]> 1726 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:51:04 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-laugh-track.93663/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-laugh-track.93663/ invalid@example.com (operator#7940) operator#7940

Didn't see a place to just share train-focused humor, so here ya go.
Have fun!]]> 54 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:16:43 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/union-pacific-4014-big-boy-visits-western-new-york.98295/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/union-pacific-4014-big-boy-visits-western-new-york.98295/ invalid@example.com (operator#7940) operator#7940

Much better than the really crappy pictures we managed to take at a distance.
Those lines to see it were HUGE.
Be even bigger tomorrow I bet as it makes its way further eastward.]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:03:27 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/music.20301/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/music.20301/ invalid@example.com (animalkosmik) animalkosmik

]]> 141 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:46:31 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/lost-all-the-links-in-my-signature.98247/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/lost-all-the-links-in-my-signature.98247/ invalid@example.com (spikeyorks) spikeyorks
I tried recreating them but, even though I can see them working when I edit my signature, they don't seem to work in the actual forums.
Is anyone else seeing the same?]]> 1 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 10:48:31 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/dj-fahed.98134/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/dj-fahed.98134/ invalid@example.com (attuma#5254) attuma#5254 YO LADY'S AND GENTLEMAN
I PRESENT MYSELF AS DJ FAHED
CONSIDER THIS AS SOMEWHAT SOMETHING NEW
PLEASE LISTEN AND ENJOY
BECAUSE IT IS ABOUT TO BEGIN WITHIN THESE NEW TRACKS
BELOW HERE
IT’S THE CHANNEL BUT BEWARE THEY’RE PLANNED
IN COUPLE OF DAYS

https://youtube.com/@dj_fahed?feature=shared

THIS IS MY FIRST TRACK EPS IN MY WHOLE LIFE
WITHOUT NUMBERS#

GREETINGS & RESULTS FROM YOUR
DEAR DJ FAHED]]> 18 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 06:06:55 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/wanting-to-transfer-from-xbox-series-s-to-pc-any-advice.94874/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/wanting-to-transfer-from-xbox-series-s-to-pc-any-advice.94874/ invalid@example.com (trainbro#3176) trainbro#3176 13 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:25:47 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/alternative-history-things.98234/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/alternative-history-things.98234/ invalid@example.com (TrainBunmy1310) TrainBunmy1310 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:18:05 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/ignore.98212/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/ignore.98212/ invalid@example.com (eMAyTeeTee) eMAyTeeTee
So if a moderator sees this, please delete my account.

Thank you

Edit, no. I've changed my mind. Just don't expect me to be too active]]> 4 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:42:00 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/calling-any-omsi-2-players.83107/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/calling-any-omsi-2-players.83107/ invalid@example.com (OldVern) OldVern
Anyhow, fired it up after quite a long absence and finding mouse still the best way to control acceleration and steering, which is kind of bye the bye. The main problem I’m having at the moment, running the Yorkshire Counties map, is that no one wants to board my bus at...

Calling Any Omsi 2 Players]]> 77 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:37:41 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/what-other-games-are-you-playing-right-now.97753/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/what-other-games-are-you-playing-right-now.97753/ invalid@example.com (Double Yellow) Double Yellow I have a huge backlog (physical and digital) which shows no signs of stopping.
View attachment 212908

The PSN sale is in full swing and I happened to pick up a couple of games that were on my wishlist, some nostalgic, some not. One game in particular that...

What Other Games Are You Playing Right Now?]]> 28 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:01:07 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/lego-collections.80351/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/lego-collections.80351/ invalid@example.com (R3DWolf91) R3DWolf91
I thought I'd share these with any of you all who might be Lego fans out there.

In addition to model trains I also collect Lego, both current and vintage. Lately I've been in the process of filling some gaps in my vintage collection, having just received these...


They will eventually get built once I have room for a larger diorama. I do have others from the 90's/00's currently in a small diorama in our bedroom....

Lego Collections]]> 151 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:25:04 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/request-to-change-username.86421/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/request-to-change-username.86421/ invalid@example.com (Double Yellow) Double Yellow
Thanks.]]> 15 Sun, 31 May 2026 18:42:25 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/starting-heavy-freight.98175/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/starting-heavy-freight.98175/ invalid@example.com (ehz0689) ehz0689 Sun, 31 May 2026 11:38:45 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/whats-your-first-memories-of-trains.88395/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/whats-your-first-memories-of-trains.88395/ invalid@example.com (DTG Jamie) DTG Jamie 68 Sun, 31 May 2026 09:05:24 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/train-sim-world-meme-page.83256/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/train-sim-world-meme-page.83256/ invalid@example.com (MrSouthernDriver) MrSouthernDriver 72 Sat, 30 May 2026 00:07:39 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/rip-to-photographer-david-plowden.98152/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/rip-to-photographer-david-plowden.98152/ invalid@example.com (Calidore266) Calidore266 https://www.davidplowden.com/copy-of-boats]]> 1 Fri, 29 May 2026 21:30:08 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/lumo-westcoast.98158/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/lumo-westcoast.98158/ invalid@example.com (WVUadam) WVUadam Thu, 28 May 2026 22:46:40 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/if-you-cant-wait-until-the-tadami-line-is-released.97926/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/if-you-cant-wait-until-the-tadami-line-is-released.97926/ invalid@example.com (glendathu) glendathu
And no, I will not abandon TSW for this of course, but I think it is a welcome addition to the Train Simulation genre!

What do you think ?

]]> 117 Wed, 27 May 2026 23:21:52 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/railfan-apparel-is-embarrassing.97867/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/railfan-apparel-is-embarrassing.97867/ invalid@example.com (WabbeLKonG) WabbeLKonG

Since I am far too deeply invested in the railfanning hobby, I’ve often gone looking online for some kind of "fan wear." However, almost everything I found was disastrous most of the shirts were either screaming with all one's soul "I am a train-aholic, just please don't talk to me" or giving the vibe of something a dad wears on a random Sunday family barbecue (just take the attachment below as an example). There is certainly nothing I can wear to uni without embarrassing...

Railfan Apparel Is Embarrassing.]]> 16 Wed, 27 May 2026 07:15:57 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/quick-fsx-se-question.98090/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/quick-fsx-se-question.98090/ invalid@example.com (OldVern) OldVern
Quick Fsx Se Question]]> 1 Wed, 27 May 2026 00:50:48 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/removed-thread.98060/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/removed-thread.98060/ invalid@example.com (rigsby#3981) rigsby#3981
Now why should I have to explain my reasoning.
Do I complain or attack others like Old Vern?.

Why do people attack others for doing what they want.
If no interest then walk on. I do.
Waste of time.

Yet on the last thread the comments from the community is on the verge of harassment and bullying.
Will DTG take any action against those if I now leave for the protection of my mental health?.
It’s that what this community...

Removed Thread.]]> 6 Sun, 24 May 2026 00:31:51 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/bus-bound.96810/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/bus-bound.96810/ invalid@example.com (OldVern) OldVern
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2095420/Bus_Bound/

Found it okay but no OMSI 2. Graphics very soft though discovered the demo launches with all of the sliders at minimal so need to play around with Settings.

The demo bus sounds and handles quite well. Not sure how well the management and driving aspect combined will play out and at least in the demo there is no fare collection mechanic. The bus service is entirely funded by local...

Bus Bound]]> 11 Sat, 23 May 2026 17:44:49 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/all-things-model-railways.41809/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/all-things-model-railways.41809/ invalid@example.com (DTG Jamie) DTG Jamie Here is where you can post your layout pictures and all things model railways
Enjoy.]]> 340 Fri, 22 May 2026 13:54:11 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/where-is-this-on-riviera-line-in-sw-england.98072/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/where-is-this-on-riviera-line-in-sw-england.98072/ invalid@example.com (The Real Casey Jones) The Real Casey Jones
View attachment 213983

My avatar picture is from Bath that year as well. And how about this, where is this?

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edit: I think this bridge is an obvious place on the game map.]]> 1 Fri, 22 May 2026 06:39:42 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/guess-the-station.98019/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/guess-the-station.98019/ invalid@example.com (MrSouthernDriver) MrSouthernDriver
I thought, weekly I should post stations in which the community guesses then when I do the next one, I announce the answer of the last station.

im going to start with this station, try and guess this one.

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Fire away the discussion!]]> 11 Thu, 21 May 2026 20:14:09 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/gbr-regionalised.98063/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/gbr-regionalised.98063/ invalid@example.com (trainsimplayer) trainsimplayer https://x.com/i/status/2056703124606169377

Saw this video of a 377/387 leaving Lovers Walk in GBR branding. Firstly, it's still awful, secondly "Great British Railways | Southern" - are GBR keeping the operators seperate under GBR (if so, one unified livery seems counterintuitive) or is this just a legal thing until the Railways Bill is passed?]]> 1 Thu, 21 May 2026 13:34:32 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/hardcore-never-dies.95725/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/hardcore-never-dies.95725/ invalid@example.com (attuma#5254) attuma#5254 Like this thread & let me know in the reply
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Here below are tracks in my top three of my favorite







In Hardcore do we a dance what we called Hakkuh
Quote HAKKUH IS THE SPORT

Simple tutorial is
you step your feet in turns with your knees up without moving forward so no walking so easier stamping, you make fists with your...

Hardcore Never Dies]]> 119 Mon, 18 May 2026 13:22:31 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/roblox-gameplay.97981/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/roblox-gameplay.97981/ invalid@example.com (attuma#5254) attuma#5254 is Roblox let me know in the Reply's what you think and maybe Like It and Share It











most of all is in Netherlands Title and some of them are in
Netherlands description Too]]> 13 Fri, 15 May 2026 12:14:31 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/amd-7000-and-6000-series-will-receive-fsr4-1-update-very-soon.98029/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/amd-7000-and-6000-series-will-receive-fsr4-1-update-very-soon.98029/ invalid@example.com (jesper2805) jesper2805 Huge improvement i will say as a 7900xtx owner.

]]> Thu, 14 May 2026 17:48:11 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/trip-to-efteling.98022/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/trip-to-efteling.98022/ invalid@example.com (attuma#5254) attuma#5254 And yes so as you can see
You have trains and railroad crossing's by
The efteling too with multible stations a visited
Multible atractions in the dutch atractionpark in kaatsheuvel
Named baron 1889, fatah morgana, danse macabre, droom vlucht, villa volta.
I have also buy some things by the souvenir of danse macabre like the book of
Danse macabre and a human skull with a black cat on the skull danse macabre is
The ghost slot


]]> Thu, 14 May 2026 12:09:36 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/railroad-track-layout-with-video-of-outside-clouds-and-birds-for-atmosphere.98018/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/railroad-track-layout-with-video-of-outside-clouds-and-birds-for-atmosphere.98018/ invalid@example.com (operator#7940) operator#7940
It's kinda neat how they match up and really make it feel "alive."
You could even change the "weather" with different videos in the background.

I don't have the space for a physical layout, but it'd be neat to see something like this for real.]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 10:51:04 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-bus-coming-26-03-26.97356/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-bus-coming-26-03-26.97356/ invalid@example.com (Double Yellow) Double Yellow
I was checking the gameplay on the PS5 Pro earlier. I was impressed by what I saw. £34.99 seems a fair price too.]]> 63 Mon, 11 May 2026 08:05:10 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/fernbus-england-dlc.91706/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/fernbus-england-dlc.91706/ invalid@example.com (TSW Nathan) TSW Nathan
I have just received a 34gb update so I wonder if this will be free for all/UK players?

Ethier way this is really cool to see.
View attachment 194371]]> 43 Mon, 11 May 2026 07:18:47 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/worrying-ps5-digital-games-reportedly-now-have-30-day-online-check-in-drm.97816/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/worrying-ps5-digital-games-reportedly-now-have-30-day-online-check-in-drm.97816/ invalid@example.com (jerhur1991) jerhur1991
I will post this thread regard a worrying development at Sony about licenses of digital videogames.

Why I share this thread is because Train Sim World is a digital game. This must be discussed in the coming May Roadmap 2026.

WE CAN LOOSE ALL TSW DLCs!!!

Here is the article below from vice.com:

PS5 Digital Games Reportedly Now Have 30-Day Online Check-In DRM
A new report claims that Sony has implemented DRM in all PS5 and PS4 digital games, where...

Worrying: Ps5 Digital Games Reportedly Now Have 30-day Online Check-in Drm]]> 6 Fri, 08 May 2026 23:27:32 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/niagara-falls-man-faces-prison-time-for-tampering-with-rail-switch.97906/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/niagara-falls-man-faces-prison-time-for-tampering-with-rail-switch.97906/ invalid@example.com (operator#7940) operator#7940 https://www.wivb.com/news/crime/nia...ter-allegedly-tampering-with-railroad-switch/

What's the point?
What is there to gain from trying to derail a train?:]]> 4 Fri, 08 May 2026 17:48:13 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/new-stadler-flirt-sets-for-irish-cross-border-ops.97930/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/new-stadler-flirt-sets-for-irish-cross-border-ops.97930/ invalid@example.com (IrishAlpha) IrishAlpha What are your thoughts on the MK3 being replaced with these things? 8 of them have been ordered I believe. Link below is to Irish Rails announcement video!

]]> 1 Fri, 08 May 2026 15:19:09 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/flight-sim-with-a-gamepad.89423/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/flight-sim-with-a-gamepad.89423/ invalid@example.com (OldVern) OldVern
Interested to hear what people’s...

Flight Sim With A Gamepad?]]> 6 Thu, 07 May 2026 10:12:03 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/diesel-railcar-simulator-review.94853/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/diesel-railcar-simulator-review.94853/ invalid@example.com (operator#7940) operator#7940


Has anyone tried it?]]> 9 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:53:14 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/trains-in-other-games.97698/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/trains-in-other-games.97698/ invalid@example.com (trainsimplayer) trainsimplayer I'm playing through Watch Dogs: Legion, and one (side) mission which I've just completed sees the player prevent Albion (the bad guys) from crashing a train into Waterloo station. (The train appears to be some form of ICE, for anyone curious).

Being set in London, Legion's fast travel system is the Tube, with a mix of real and fictional stations.

In terms of mainline stations, St. Pancras (partially accessable), Kings...

Trains In Other Games]]> 16 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:50:22 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/global-rescue.97814/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/global-rescue.97814/ invalid@example.com (stijn.claessens) stijn.claessens Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:35:39 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/traincab-controller-for-tsw.97800/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/traincab-controller-for-tsw.97800/ invalid@example.com (capkalu) capkalu I just want to introduce you my latest idea for a Train controller. It's called TrainCab and it's 3d-printed. For better configuration for different locos, EMUs etc. it is a modular and customizable build.
The hardware is based on common inexpensive Arcade-style joysticks and buttons. However, adding of other buttons and switches is possible.

For pictures and more information please check here: https://cults3d.com/:4333850

Regards,
Chris]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:52:26 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/fs25-train-sim.97778/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/fs25-train-sim.97778/ invalid@example.com (OldVern) OldVern " Completely redesigned UK style ground textures and foliage, giving the map a fresh, grounded visual identity. Driveable Class 40 (UK) Step into the cab of a fully driveable British Rail Class 40 and experience true UK diesel‑electric power in action! ⚡
Fire up the engine, take the controls, and enjoy driving one of Britain’s most iconic locomotives right inside the game. ✨...

Fs25 Train Sim!]]> 2 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:19:43 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/metro-rivals-development-suspended.97656/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/metro-rivals-development-suspended.97656/ invalid@example.com (historicalduck7) historicalduck7

Following a review of our project portfolio and priorities, we have taken the difficult decision to suspend further development of Metro Rivals.

This was not an easy decision. The project has benefited from a tremendous amount of commitment, creativity, and dedication from the teams, and we would like to sincerely thank everyone who contributed to its development.

Like many companies across the video games industry, we are operating in a more demanding...

Metro Rivals Development Suspended]]> 228 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:34:58 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/running-train-simulator.96502/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/running-train-simulator.96502/ invalid@example.com (SuperExpressMizuho) SuperExpressMizuho As far as I know, it's being developed by one guy on the UE5 engine. His updates are sparce and sporadic but this is his latest YouTube update video, showcasing a JNR 115-series's (a unit I would very much love to see depicted in TSW, but it seems will be beat to it by this indie-developer) manually lapped braking system in action. The model,...

"running Train Simulator"]]> 2 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:03:03 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/i-think-i%E2%80%99m-in-very-deep-trouble-all-dlc-possibly-lost-for-good-ps5.97703/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/i-think-i%E2%80%99m-in-very-deep-trouble-all-dlc-possibly-lost-for-good-ps5.97703/ invalid@example.com (mortal1234) mortal1234
I Think I’m In Very Deep Trouble (all Dlc Possibly Lost For Good) (ps5)]]> 5 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:45:20 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/century-of-steam-devlog-video.77448/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/century-of-steam-devlog-video.77448/ invalid@example.com (solicitr) solicitr

Visuals look GORGEOUS. And the steam physics are INSANE (alternating left-right chuffs? Residual steam chest pressure? Condensation?)]]> 46 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:58:20 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/class-70-looks-good-in-scotrail-saltire-livery.97738/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/class-70-looks-good-in-scotrail-saltire-livery.97738/ invalid@example.com (davod2021) davod2021 1 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:25:05 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/i-went-to-my-first-diesel-gala.97074/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/i-went-to-my-first-diesel-gala.97074/ invalid@example.com (DTG Harry) DTG Harry
I went to the Nene Valley Railway Diesel Gala on Saturday as someone who's a Diet Railfan, and it was awesome! I went as myself, not as a rep of Dovetail. But we did have a couple of people come to speak to us (myself, Jamie and Nick all from Dovetail) which was lovely. If you were one of those people - hello!

I've had my eye on galas for a while, but I'm more of a diesel fan than steam or electric. This gala in particular jumped out at me because...

I Went To My First Diesel Gala!]]> 16 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:53:28 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/what-happened-to-ptg-rail.83307/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/what-happened-to-ptg-rail.83307/ invalid@example.com (samuelpower2001) samuelpower2001
Does he work for TFL as saw him in a video where some bloke got a chance to drive the Elizabeth line in TFLs simulator and PTG rail was the Signaller voice so he must work in the industry? Video is attached below

]]> 8 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:18:55 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/which-wcml-section-do-you-like-most-are-most-excited-for.97675/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/which-wcml-section-do-you-like-most-are-most-excited-for.97675/ invalid@example.com (historicalduck7) historicalduck7 4 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:02:55 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/zusi-3-aerosoft-edition.50491/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/zusi-3-aerosoft-edition.50491/ invalid@example.com (wcwood92) wcwood92 If so, do you like it?]]> 23 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:46:39 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/a-nice-bit-of-information-i-spotted-on-my-morning-walk.97655/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/a-nice-bit-of-information-i-spotted-on-my-morning-walk.97655/ invalid@example.com (mortal1234) mortal1234 View attachment 212654

This was taken about a minute walk away from Eskbank Station. A very interesting looking train. Anyone know which train that is in the image. Never seen one like it ??. I grew up in Penicuik and always thought it was fascinating it used to have a railway line back in the day. The railway path is now a walkway which takes you all the way to Dalkeith. There are still old bits left from when it was active. I’ll try to get more pics later. There was proposals to...

A Nice Bit Of Information I Spotted On My Morning Walk.]]> 8 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:23:43 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/banned-from-discord.97669/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/banned-from-discord.97669/ invalid@example.com (einfachyolopyt) einfachyolopyt 3 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:56:11 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/hi-unofficial-dtg-ambassador-from-italy-here.86784/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/hi-unofficial-dtg-ambassador-from-italy-here.86784/ invalid@example.com (Orso) Orso I’m the unofficial DTG Ambassador from Italy and I was wondering, the next two weeks will be pure fire for me.
I own a small YouTube channel called Trains & co, we just passed few days ago the 500 subs mark, yaaaay!
The channel is mainly focused around TSW content.
And I was wondering if there was a way for me to get an early access “privilege” buying the new upcoming two DLCs.
This will help me showcase the routes in two live streaming I’m creating for the small Italian...

Hi! Unofficial Dtg Ambassador From Italy Here]]> 33 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:36:29 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-author-of-the-southeastern-highspeed-timetable-mod-is-wanted.97616/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-author-of-the-southeastern-highspeed-timetable-mod-is-wanted.97616/ invalid@example.com (J.T.) J.T. www.trainsimcommunity.com has such strong security measures that I simply can’t register an account there. Well, I’ve suspected for a while now that I’m not actually a human being, or at least that’s what the modern internet and AI are trying to convince me of. That's okay. I have no problem with that. I may not be human, if that’s what Google says. After all, Google is always right, and AI knows everything. I may not even exist – I...

The Author Of The Southeastern Highspeed Timetable Mod Is Wanted...]]> 3 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:17:36 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/whats-your-first-heritage-railway.96902/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/whats-your-first-heritage-railway.96902/ invalid@example.com (TrainBunmy1310) TrainBunmy1310 8 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:26:03 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/midway-overground.97628/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/midway-overground.97628/ invalid@example.com (ehz0689) ehz0689 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:22:00 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/infinite-rails-early-access-game-on-steam.97533/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/infinite-rails-early-access-game-on-steam.97533/ invalid@example.com (operator#7940) operator#7940 ]]> 2 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:02:50 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/rebuilding-a-class-37.97559/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/rebuilding-a-class-37.97559/ invalid@example.com (Thunderer) Thunderer
]]> 3 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:00:39 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/run8-up-fresno-sub-south-update-24-released.97363/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/run8-up-fresno-sub-south-update-24-released.97363/ invalid@example.com (Jasonic) Jasonic Fresno Sub South route, along with Update 24. The long awaited Fresno Sub South fills the UP gap between Goble and Saco.

The route is $40 and is available for purchase at https://www.run8studios.com/fresno_south.shtml

Here’s a look at the Update 24 Changelog

Update24

• The Use System Timebutton in the Overhead Options Menu has been fixed & changed:
  • System Time (Local): sets Run8's time to...

Run8 - Up Fresno Sub South & Update 24 Released]]> 5 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:09:59 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/does-anyone-here-go-on-train-rides-purely-to-enjoy-the-journey-only.96757/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/does-anyone-here-go-on-train-rides-purely-to-enjoy-the-journey-only.96757/ invalid@example.com (mortal1234) mortal1234
I haven’t actually rode on a train in many many years. Since 2015 lol. If I’ve had to go anywhere it’s been by bus as I haven’t been far. Very recently I have suddenly had a bit of an urge to just go on a long train journey just to...

Does Anyone Here Go On Train Rides Purely To Enjoy The Journey Only ??.]]> 10 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:03:13 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/games-besides-tsw-that-got-you-hooked.97133/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/games-besides-tsw-that-got-you-hooked.97133/ invalid@example.com (razmatus#2517) razmatus#2517

I have just finished my third playthrough of Elden Ring, now on my fourth, this time I am trying magic, which is a big step out of my soulslike comfort zone

Also, finally yielded and got Tainted Grail: Fall of Avalon... kinda like an unholy union between Skyrim and soulslikes... playing on medium diff, and it is pretty hard at times, tho finally I am getting some decent gear, so I get an occasional power trip or two ...

Games Besides Tsw That Got You Hooked ]]> 31 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:45:08 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-ultimate-tsw-route-tier-list-2025-edition.72106/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-ultimate-tsw-route-tier-list-2025-edition.72106/ invalid@example.com (WonterRail) WonterRail
So here comes something that might ever bring us all together or cause an absolute stir among people here, because I have made what could probably be the ultimate tier list on TSW. What do you mean may you ask? Well this tier list is a ranking of every single TSW route that has been released so far, from the...

The Ultimate Tsw Route Tier List (2025 Edition)]]> 64 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:04:16 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/farming-sim-25-witcombe-park.97505/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/farming-sim-25-witcombe-park.97505/ invalid@example.com (OldVern) OldVern


It will be a free map mod and AFAIK should be on the built in ModHub for the game. I can see me spending hours on this map.]]> Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:38:14 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/very-dynamic-weather-on-the-niddertalbahn.96804/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/very-dynamic-weather-on-the-niddertalbahn.96804/ invalid@example.com (solicitr) solicitr https://www.theguardian.com/news/ga...ay-photos-of-the-day?CMP=share_btn_url#img-16

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at Nidderau-Eichen]]> 8 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:52:31 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/amtrak-phase-7.97355/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/amtrak-phase-7.97355/ invalid@example.com (ehz0689) ehz0689 5 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:40:38 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/xbox-play-anywhere-laptop-spec.97323/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/xbox-play-anywhere-laptop-spec.97323/ invalid@example.com (Villalad) Villalad
Xbox Play Anywhere & Laptop Spec]]> 9 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 03:37:30 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/metro-rival-unreal-5-verson.97345/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/metro-rival-unreal-5-verson.97345/ invalid@example.com (raptorengineer) raptorengineer Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:58:21 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/does-the-forums-allow-a-downvote-button.97250/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/does-the-forums-allow-a-downvote-button.97250/ invalid@example.com (chieflongshin) chieflongshin
We have a like, we have a helpful, is there functionality for a thumbs down. There's some real tripe posted at times and my fingers get into these wild wild wars of attrition with being constructive and rational vs what my inner voice thinks occasionally

A simple down vote to say " i disagree" may be much easier to ..

A- express disagreement to view
B- express post is tripe
C- keep me out of mischief

DTG Alex DTG...

Does The Forums Allow A Downvote Button ?]]> 26 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:08:42 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/why-do-i-not-have-permission-to-view-my-own-account.97263/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/why-do-i-not-have-permission-to-view-my-own-account.97263/ invalid@example.com (eMAyTeeTee) eMAyTeeTee View attachment 211486]]> 2 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:47:37 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/class-222.97238/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/class-222.97238/ invalid@example.com (FifeFlyer75) FifeFlyer75
Read that Scotrail are to replace their HST's with them towards the end of next year. Apparently being leased from East Midlands Railway.

Going to be a sad day when the HSTs retire, akin to the last days of Concorde in many ways.]]> 1 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:06:20 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/pssr2-ps5-pro.97174/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/pssr2-ps5-pro.97174/ invalid@example.com (Allan) Allan Does anyone know if we PS5 Pro users can have the same amount of layers on Frankfurt s-bahn for a busier traffic as on pc when the PSSR2 update comes out today on PlayStation Store?]]> 4 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 21:58:55 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/two-tsw-routes-in-one-br-52-on-the-main-spessart-bahn.97130/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/two-tsw-routes-in-one-br-52-on-the-main-spessart-bahn.97130/ invalid@example.com (solicitr) solicitr ]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:49:47 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/a4-record-over-shap.97126/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/a4-record-over-shap.97126/ invalid@example.com (solicitr) solicitr ]]> 1 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:21:58 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/shop-talk.97118/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/shop-talk.97118/ invalid@example.com (operator#7940) operator#7940 I'm just gonna go with "shop talk" because that's what it was when I ran a motor pool.
I figure trains have "shops" so it's gotta be similar.

Pull up a stool, grab a coffee, tea what have you, and swap any stories you might have here.
Weird, happy, sad, this you've done, things you wished you had or hadn't done.
Whatever sorts of memories you wanna share.
Preferably railway related, but the floor's open.]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:54:04 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/railway-theme-jigsaw-puzzles.95777/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/railway-theme-jigsaw-puzzles.95777/ invalid@example.com (OldVern) OldVern https://theyorkshirejigsawstore.co.uk

Though the railway ones are all steam focused, nothing diesel and the best ones (such...

Railway Theme Jigsaw Puzzles]]> 12 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:12:14 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/curious-about-the-physics-allowing-freight-locos-to-pull-gigantic-trains.97086/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/curious-about-the-physics-allowing-freight-locos-to-pull-gigantic-trains.97086/ invalid@example.com (Calidore266) Calidore266 https://www.wired.com/story/how-can-a-locomotive-pull-a-train-thats-much-heavier/]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:02:23 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/hidden-costs-of-game-development.97065/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/hidden-costs-of-game-development.97065/ invalid@example.com (operator#7940) operator#7940 Is this true?
What other "hidden costs" to use assets, program, liveries and copyright are part of the reason games are getting more expensive?

Are there substantial "baked in" costs that don't even go to the company making the game, but must be paid to other companies?]]> 11 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 22:47:59 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/changing-an-address-of-a-digital-train-in-the-z21-app-by-roco.97033/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/changing-an-address-of-a-digital-train-in-the-z21-app-by-roco.97033/ invalid@example.com (yansel#5383) yansel#5383 Will be happy for every little help]]> 7 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:09:43 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/british-locomotives-used-abroad-article.97038/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/british-locomotives-used-abroad-article.97038/ invalid@example.com (operator#7940) operator#7940 https://www.railwaymagazine.co.uk/5928/from-the-archive-brits-abroad/

Just thought it'd be an interesting discussion piece.]]> 3 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:59:27 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/next-xbox-a-hybrid-pc-console.95105/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/next-xbox-a-hybrid-pc-console.95105/ invalid@example.com (lexie) lexie
I don't think I'm...

Next Xbox A Hybrid Pc/console]]> 64 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 03:10:55 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/changing-weather.96978/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/changing-weather.96978/ invalid@example.com (ehz0689) ehz0689 1 Sat, 28 Feb 2026 16:09:43 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/a-recent-trip-away.96886/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/a-recent-trip-away.96886/ invalid@example.com (WVUadam) WVUadam
I first took the Caledonian from Euston to Glasgow Central. To then travel from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley which first I had breakfast at the Balmoral Hotel which honestly is the best breakfast I ever had. Then I visited Edinburgh zoo and for tea a fillet steak.

Day 2 Departed Edinburgh up to Aberdeen then back to Glasgow stopping at Dundee for the V&A centre and Perth museum. Fun traveling on the HST...

A Recent Trip Away]]> 5 Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:29:45 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-ugliest-train.70574/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/the-ugliest-train.70574/ invalid@example.com (MBKXDGQ) MBKXDGQ View attachment 118790 376
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https://store.steampowered.com/app/1591420/Hmmsim_Metro/]]> 15 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:25:24 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/graphics-card-for-train-sim-world.89610/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/graphics-card-for-train-sim-world.89610/ invalid@example.com (mtbeeeee#6968) mtbeeeee#6968 22 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:42:25 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/whats-your-favourite-train.96844/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/whats-your-favourite-train.96844/ invalid@example.com (TrainBunmy1310) TrainBunmy1310 5 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:01:02 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/little-bit-of-fun-while-waiting-to-depart-euston.96888/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/little-bit-of-fun-while-waiting-to-depart-euston.96888/ invalid@example.com (Bryer) Bryer
Some of you might know that I'm a irl driver for one of the freight companies in the UK.

This week I've been on empty Sleeper stock moves between Euston and Wembley.

As I had a hour in Euston before departure yesterday, I made a little time lapse from platform 1.

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]]> 1 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:39:00 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/train-simulator-bridge-%E2%80%94-arduino-mfa-panel-for-tsw6-zusi-3.96786/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/train-simulator-bridge-%E2%80%94-arduino-mfa-panel-for-tsw6-zusi-3.96786/ invalid@example.com (giako999) giako999 Train Sim World 6 (HTTP API) and drives 13 physical LEDs on an Arduino Leonardo via 5-pin Charlieplexing, replicating the German MFA indicator panel (PZB/SIFA/LZB).

Features:

• 7 train profiles: BR101, Vectron, BR146, BR114, BR411 ICE-T, BR406 ICE 3, Bpmmbdzf
• Accurate PZB 90 behavior: Wechselblinken, restricted mode, overspeed, emergency
• LZB indicators: Ende, Ü, G, S with fault blinking...

Train Simulator Bridge — Arduino Mfa Panel For Tsw6 & Zusi 3]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:02:22 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/alzheimers-research-train-station-puzzle.96726/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/alzheimers-research-train-station-puzzle.96726/ invalid@example.com (Nick Y) Nick Y brain puzzle from Alzheimer's research UK.]]> 2 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:44:10 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/railfan-shots.76132/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/railfan-shots.76132/ invalid@example.com (TSW Nathan) TSW Nathan Only recently hooked up my dtg account to TSW. How do I access my photo mode shots I've uploaded online?
Is there a way? If so where would I go to see them?

Any help would be much appreciated.
Cheers,
Nathan. ]]> 8 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:23:13 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/class-52-mystery.96662/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/class-52-mystery.96662/ invalid@example.com (razmatus#2517) razmatus#2517
So, since new iterations of TSW started coming more often, I believe around 2024 I have started myself a Google Docs spreadsheet containing a list of my DLCs, like to keep track of which DLCs I have in case any of them got "lost" during a transfer, as I had encountered on forums a couple times

During one of those edits to the spreadsheet, I noticed there was an older addition there, BR Class 52... since I...

Class 52 Mystery]]> 3 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:50:21 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/gpu-recommendations.96610/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/gpu-recommendations.96610/ invalid@example.com (azzax333) azzax333
However just only recently (2 months ago) I started to see some blurry textures, I was playing GWE remaster which it was using 5.4-5.6gb/8GB. I'm not too sure how much headroom the GPU should ultimately have, so it doesn't go through any...

Gpu Recommendations']]> 8 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:27:01 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/9-11.93667/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/9-11.93667/ invalid@example.com (trpted) trpted
#1 Where were you?

ex: At home in Orlando FL

#2 What were you doing at the time?

ex: Don't recall but either sleeping or playing a PC computer game (game: w or w/o networking).

#3 What did you think at first, while you watching the reports on TV? Note: This depends on the time that you saw it (ex before the towers fell).

ex: I thought it was a new blockbuster movie coming out. But then I figured it out it was real (not a...

9/11]]> 21 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:39:12 +0000 https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/a-new-game.95918/ https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/a-new-game.95918/ invalid@example.com (steve08) steve08
Think I’ll stay with TSW for now, especially for GWE: R]]> 11