Hi Everyone, I recently decided to look into getting Train Simulator 2021, but had a few questions first. The game I had previously was the very first train simulator back in 2007ish, and i understand the game has come some way since then. 1) Once i've downloaded the game to my laptop, am i able to transfer it to another laptop if if it doesnt run smoothly or is it stuck on the first laptop? 2) Am I able to run any loco's and stock on any route? If i were to buy Train Simulator 2021 and the Doncaster Works add on, could i then select to drive the class 03 on routes other than the works? Could I drive an American loco in the UK? 3) Are the controls the same (or similar) to the 2007 game? 4) Are you still able to couple trains together that have different couplings (e.g. BSI and Buckeye) or has this been removed now? Many thanks
You can run it on any machine you own. Being a Steam game, if you log into Steam under your account, you can download TS again on a second machine. Yes, you can drive the 03 anywhere, and a US loco anywhere. Be aware though, that while the US loco won't physically hit anything, it's loading gauge will mean it will overlap platforms and bridges etc, so will look terrible. Also, you cannot drive an electric loco on routes with no electricity supply. A 3rd rail loco or unit will not work on routes without a 3rd rail also. Obviously diesel assets will work anywhere. So far as I'm aware, yes, but as there are a lot more sophisticated trains now, such as the Armstrong Powerhouse locos, the complexity and additional key commands will be much greater now. Reading manuals is essential. I'm not sure... can't recall the last time I tried... but someone will be along shortly to let you know I'm sure.
In the Settings is Coupling Override which will allow all couplings in the game but not in the Editor So in the editor you place an Emu and a US loco they won't couple as you create a consist But you can couple the two once you start the scenario And to add to Pookeyhead's reply about running anything anywhere, You can run a US or European loco over a UK route but if the clearance is tight you might get a side swipe and collide. Structures such as Bridges, Platforms and Tunnels are not affected by trains running thru them For Electrics it is the Track Properties which define where an electric train can go and not 3rd rail or wires. Peter
True, but you're not likely to find a route that has properties set to allow electric traction, that doesn't actually have a 3rd rail or OHLE - although some do. You can still run a OHLE loco on the Isle of Wight for instance, but normally, most routes will only let you select the correct locos or units.
I mentioned the part about the track properties as there is a fault on the older Woodhead route A Free Roam starts at Wath and the station does have Overhead Wires but the track properties say it is not electrified And the picture in my previous post was of a Class 377 on the old Isle of Wight line without any Third Rail Peter
Thanks for the answers, I do have another, What's the difference between 'Train Simulator' and 'Train Simulator World', do you recomend one specifically?
Train Simulator is the old Railworks and just about anything purchased over the last 10 years will still run on it. Train Sim World/Train Sim World 2 is the new game from DTG with the ability to get off the train and walk around and collect things. But it is limited in what you can do as it has no editor Each route comes with its own scenarios - quite a good number but it's the same every time. It depends what you want to do in the game Watch some of the TSW2 promo vids and make your mind up
If you have an earlier version of TS you shouldn't need to buy the game again*. Perhaps you didn't get it through Steam which would explain the questions and why your installation hasn't been kept up to date but I believe there's a way to register games bought elsewhere. Never used it but that might be worth looking into to get the core updated and all the routes and any other DLC you already have in one install. (*Even for those who already have TS it's possible to buy a new edition when it comes out, or an older edition for that matter presuming one can find a seller with Steam keys, for the bundle of routes. It's a cost effective way of building up a collection.)
The old game I had was the very first disc version, so no upgrades are avaliable for it through steam (As far as I know)
Actually, looking again, you mention 2007 which which would be pre TS/RailWorks I think- though not pre Rail Simulator which formed the basis of TS but is distinct from it. Just to expand on a point I mentioned in passing above buying the current version is not your only way in to TS. Older editions can be bought from other retailers (prices and availability change all the time so there's little point in posting a link here even if I could but you know how to use Google) often quite cheaply and one of them may have a bundle of routes which you would find more interesting.
