Dear Dovetail Games Team I am a dedicated Train Sim World player. First, I would like to sincerely thank your team for creating one of the most immersive and realistic railway simulation experiences available today. The attention to detail in train modeling, realistic physics, and route design is exceptional. I would like to propose a feature expansion for future updates or DLCs, specifically focused on modern Austrian trains and iconic routes, which would greatly enhance both realism and the player experience. 1. Vehicle Expansion – Realistic Austrian Rolling Stock I propose the addition of the following Austrian trains: ÖBB 4746 Cityjet EMU Modern regional electric multiple unit, widely used on commuter lines. Gameplay: Ideal for stop-and-go traffic, frequent stations, precise timetable management, and short- to mid-distance operations. Wiesel EMU (ÖBB 5022/4024 variants) Iconic regional and S-Bahn train, primarily operating on suburban and local routes. Gameplay: Perfect for realistic commuter traffic simulation and short regional runs. Kiss Stadler double-decker trains High-capacity regional trains designed for busy commuter lines. Gameplay: Simulate longer trains, manage acceleration and braking with realistic passenger loads. Railjet High-speed, long-distance express train connecting major cities nationally and internationally. Routes: Vienna–Salzburg, Vienna–Graz, international connections to Munich, Zurich, Venice. Gameplay: Offers high-speed operations, precise braking, timetable coordination, and realistic train handling. Nightjet Night and sleeper train with international routes. Routes: Vienna–Munich, Vienna–Zurich, and other European night connections. Gameplay: Realistic night operations, timetable challenges, sleeper car management, and international service simulation. Justification: These trains cover a wide operational spectrum—from local commuter services to high-speed long-distance and night operations. Integrating them would make TSW significantly more realistic, allowing players to experience Austria’s full rail network authentically. 2. Austrian Route Expansion – Immersive and Iconic Lines Key route suggestions include: Vienna ↔ Salzburg – Austria’s main north-south axis, heavily used for both regional and high-speed traffic. Vienna ↔ Graz – Highly trafficked regional and long-distance route. Salzburg ↔ Innsbruck – Scenic alpine route with challenging gradients and curves. Graz ↔ Klagenfurt / Villach – Regional and international connections for diverse operational scenarios. Vienna ↔ Linz / St. Pölten – Short- to medium-distance regional traffic, ideal for Wiesel and 4746 operations. Note: Full route lengths do not need to be implemented. Representative sections capturing typical driving scenarios, scenery, and operational complexity would already provide substantial value. 3. Community Engagement and Market Potential Active Austrian and European Community: There is strong demand among players for authentic Austrian rolling stock and routes. Many community forums, social media groups, and fan discussions highlight this request. Potential for New Players: Including iconic trains such as Railjet and Nightjet could attract new players from Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and other Central European countries. Community Retention: Existing players would be highly engaged by the addition of trains and routes they recognize from real life. 4. Immersion, Variety, and Educational Value Immersion: Players experience a realistic Austrian railway environment, from commuter operations to international long-distance services. Variety: Different train types provide a wide range of operational challenges—short stop-and-go commuter runs, high-speed express runs, and night operations with sleeper cars. Learning Value: Players can practice driving techniques, timetable management, braking, acceleration, and night operations using real-world rolling stock and route scenarios. Conclusion: Integrating the ÖBB 4746 Cityjet, Wiesel, Kiss Stadler, Railjet, and Nightjet along with representative Austrian routes would greatly enhance realism, immersion, variety, and educational value in Train Sim World. It would also appeal to a large European community, attract new players, and provide substantial DLC potential. Thank you for taking the time to consider this proposal. I hope these suggestions can be reviewed for future updates or expansions. Sincerely,
