Train Simulator 2021

[Inversnecky]

I picked up a Deltic for £2.39 in lovely streamlined livery:

Train Simulator: BR DP1 Deltic Loco Add-On on Steam

The powerful and impressive BR DP1 Deltic evokes the UK’s glorious railway heritage, and this attractive prototype diesel locomotive is now available for Train Simulator.The amalgamation of engine manufacturer Napier & Sons and locomotive builder English Electric in 1942 opened up the potential...

store.steampowered.com

Also, AP has released a fix for the Class 40 which exhibited looping sounds when TS was run in 64 bit mode

Class 40 Locomotive Pack

www.armstrongpowerhouse.com

https://www.armstrongpowerhouse.com/free_download/support/AP_Update_Log.pdf

 

[Peter C]

I picked up a Deltic for £2.39 in lovely streamlined livery:

Train Simulator: BR DP1 Deltic Loco Add-On on Steam

The powerful and impressive BR DP1 Deltic evokes the UK’s glorious railway heritage, and this attractive prototype diesel locomotive is now available for Train Simulator.The amalgamation of engine manufacturer Napier & Sons and locomotive builder English Electric in 1942 opened up the potential...

store.steampowered.com

Ah cool - is it any good?

Also, AP has released a fix for the Class 40 which exhibited looping sounds when TS was run in 64 bit mode

Class 40 Locomotive Pack

www.armstrongpowerhouse.com

https://www.armstrongpowerhouse.com/free_download/support/AP_Update_Log.pdf

Again - good to see. AP seem to be very much on-the-ball with things like this.

-Peter

 

[FrodshamJnct]

Looks like the Cross City Line and class 323 will be coming to Train Simulator. Someone on the Alan Thomson Facebook group has found the list of achievements in the latest TS update.

 

[Peter C]

Looks like the Cross City Line and class 323 will be coming to Train Simulator. Someone on the Alan Thomson Facebook group has found the list of achievements in the latest TS update.

Definitely sounds interesting - good to see confirmation of the Class 323 coming too. This thread may be of interest: https://www.railforums.co.uk/threads/cross-city-route-for-train-simulator-2021.215044/

-Peter

 

[greatvoyager]

My loading times seem to be longer since the update, not sure why.

 

[silverfoxcc]

I went into the shop and purchased the following at knockdown prices Doncaster 08, locks like a game from the Krypton factor, the Goblin line not bad, and the GE main line which i can play for hours.It isn't because i like that one so much. it is the fact that nothing moves when i put the power on!!!!

Is there something i am not doing correctly?

I might add that i am unable to run any of the scenarios!!

 

[Inversnecky]

What are you driving?

 

[silverfoxcc]

It is the GEML LOndon-Ipawich ( although should be ipswich to London) Class 360
All the programmes load and run as trains rrive and the clock works
After boarding i apply power and move the controller to post 1/2/3

Just sits there doing nothing any clues why?

 

[FrodshamJnct]

It is the GEML LOndon-Ipawich ( although should be ipswich to London) Class 360
All the programmes load and run as trains rrive and the clock works
After boarding i apply power and move the controller to post 1/2/3

Just sits there doing nothing any clues why?

Have you checked the pantograph is up?

 

[Peter C]

Have you checked the pantograph is up?

And is the unit definitely in either 'Forward' or 'Reverse'? Sounds like a simple question but could be the issue?

-Peter

 

[silverfoxcc]

Doh!!!! yep Pan is up, ( made sure by looking along the train using that helicopter icon) All sorted out and zipping along when the emergency brake goes on!

Ahh i though it is the old DSD that is on a Southern route i have, so Cntl+D to disabled but no notification pops up in the top RH corner

Get rid of one niggle and another pops up

The line speed is 100 , and it happened about 3mins into the run but i did notice that there is 50 restriction as you leave the station and no change to 100 even though
the speedo shows 100max So second time i kept it under 50 and the same thing happens.all signals were green. is there a a safety deice key i have to press?

 

[Inversnecky]

Doh!!!! yep Pan is up, ( made sure by looking along the train using that helicopter icon) All sorted out and zipping along when the emergency brake goes on!

Ahh i though it is the old DSD that is on a Southern route i have, so Cntl+D to disabled but no notification pops up in the top RH corner

Get rid of one niggle and another pops up

The line speed is 100 , and it happened about 3mins into the run but i did notice that there is 50 restriction as you leave the station and no change to 100 even though
the speedo shows 100max So second time i kept it under 50 and the same thing happens.all signals were green. is there a a safety deice key i have to press?

I'm guessing there was an AWS alert about the upcoming speed limit reduction you failed to acknowledge, to the emergency grake setting was set in?

 

[silverfoxcc]

Inversnecky

Fingers crossed but i think i might have cracked it. On this batch of routes it seems that i have to hit Q for every light!!! ( Unlike some others where i only have to acknowledge cautions aspects, like the southern areas and ECML others are avaialble)

I was that surprised at finding this out i overshot the Kelvendon stop!!!

 

[Inversnecky]

Are you on a Quick Drive or scenario? What’s your starting point and destination?

I’ll try it later when I get a chance

This line?

Train Simulator: Great Eastern Main Line London-Ipswich Route Add-On on Steam

The hustle and bustle of the UK’s capital city and the sprawling countryside of Essex and East Anglia come together in one fantastic modern route for Train Simulator.The 19th Century London Liverpool Street is the City terminus point of the Great Eastern Main Line before the line winds through...

store.steampowered.com

 

[_toommm_]

Inversnecky

Fingers crossed but i think i might have cracked it. On this batch of routes it seems that i have to hit Q for every light!!! ( Unlike some others where i only have to acknowledge cautions aspects, like the southern areas and ECML others are avaialble)

I was that surprised at finding this out i overshot the Kelvendon stop!!!

You don’t have to press Q for every signal aspect, just the cautionary ones.
The 360 is a very old model and isn’t the best. If I were you, I’d look at purchasing something like the 321 or 90, and get the associated Armstrong Powerhouse Enhancement Packs.

 

[greatvoyager]

Out of interest, has anyone else encountered this error in the route "Riviera Line in the Fifties"?
I start a quick drive scenario from Kingswear towards Exeter St David's, but at Dawlish Warren the train is directed onto the loop and meets a red signal. After waiting there for an hour, the signal hasn't changed.

 

[43055]

Out of interest, has anyone else encountered this error in the route "Riviera Line in the Fifties"?
I start a quick drive scenario from Kingswear towards Exeter St David's, but at Dawlish Warren the train is directed onto the loop and meets a red signal. After waiting there for an hour, the signal hasn't changed.

Not got the route but the 'random red signal' can happen occasionally. I have had it on some scenarios including one I have made myself and it is just a case of checking the route and if clear pressing TAB to pass at danger.

 

[Silver Cobra]

The red signal bug seems to happen to me most often if I load a save on a scenario. Rather frustrating when doing some of the longer scenarios, as I don't always have the time to complete them in one sitting, but this bug makes it rather hit-and-miss if a save will allow me to finish later or if the red signal bug makes it impossible.

 

[greatvoyager]

Not got the route but the 'random red signal' can happen occasionally. I have had it on some scenarios including one I have made myself and it is just a case of checking the route and if clear pressing TAB to pass at danger.

I’ll try replaying it from the start.

 

[Flange Squeal]

AP’s Class 325 Enhancement Pack is now out at https://www.armstrongpowerhouse.com/enhancements/multiple_unit/class_325_enhancement_pack

 

[FrodshamJnct]

AP’s Class 325 Enhancement Pack is now out at https://www.armstrongpowerhouse.com/enhancements/multiple_unit/class_325_enhancement_pack

Ooh have been looking forward to this one. £9.99 too. Seems reasonable to me for what you’re getting (3 scenarios included). I’ve always enjoyed driving the 325 and it’s been crying out for some improved cab functionality.

That’s this evening sorted!

 

[Peter C]

AP’s Class 325 Enhancement Pack is now out at https://www.armstrongpowerhouse.com/enhancements/multiple_unit/class_325_enhancement_pack

I saw that earlier today as well - looks to be a lovely pack from the video. And for £10 you can't go wrong in the grand scheme of things!

-Peter

 

[The_Train]

I've taken advantage of the spring sale to nab the Trent Valley route on the cheap. Why's it so exciting to drive your local route that you've travelled along so much?

Anyway, I think there's a few more days of the sale left so might grab another one or 2 add ons. I've been eyeing up the York Peterborough add on as, although it's an old add on now, I do love the ECML. However, it's got some right mixed reviews on steam so was wondering what you guys thought of it?

Also, open to any recommendations for DLC that is currently below a tenner in the sale

 

[FrodshamJnct]

I've taken advantage of the spring sale to nab the Trent Valley route on the cheap. Why's it so exciting to drive your local route that you've travelled along so much?

Anyway, I think there's a few more days of the sale left so might grab another one or 2 add ons. I've been eyeing up the York Peterborough add on as, although it's an old add on now, I do love the ECML. However, it's got some right mixed reviews on steam so was wondering what you guys thought of it?

Also, open to any recommendations for DLC that is currently below a tenner in the sale

I’d get WCML Over Shap if you haven’t already. Really lovely route. And Settle to Carlisle - not a great route itself but you get loads for your money and quite a bit of other DLC requires it.

 

[Darandio]

I've taken advantage of the spring sale to nab the Trent Valley route on the cheap. Why's it so exciting to drive your local route that you've travelled along so much?

Anyway, I think there's a few more days of the sale left so might grab another one or 2 add ons. I've been eyeing up the York Peterborough add on as, although it's an old add on now, I do love the ECML. However, it's got some right mixed reviews on steam so was wondering what you guys thought of it?

Also, open to any recommendations for DLC that is currently below a tenner in the sale

I don't think York to Peterborough is bad at all. I think much of the angst against it does come from being an older route and in particular the track and textures, it's something I can easily look beyond if I want a blast on the ECML. It's also obviously needed for the ECML merge as well which is becoming increasingly popular.

It's always worth delving in to exactly what you get from your money as well, especially if you don't own a great deal of addons. If you buy the route you also get:

European Loco & Asset Pack (Needed for many free routes)
Class 91 (AP Enhancement Pack requires it)
EWS Class 66 V2.0 (Again, AP Enhancement Pack requires it)
Old Class 158 Pack (Not particularly useful these days)

So for a tenner, there is a lot of bang for the buck if you don't have these other items.

It's also a requirement for my North East England route, just saying.

 

[The_Train]

I’d get WCML Over Shap if you haven’t already. Really lovely route. And Settle to Carlisle - not a great route itself but you get loads for your money and quite a bit of other DLC requires it.

WCML over Shap is one I already have and love it! S&C is one to look at - as you say it does seem to pop up as a requirement for other DLC and it's a route that is hard not to love

I don't think York to Peterborough is bad at all. I think much of the angst against it does come from being an older route and in particular the track and textures, it's something I can easily look beyond if I want a blast on the ECML. It's also obviously needed for the ECML merge as well which is becoming increasingly popular.

Track and textures does seem to be quite a complaint. TS is a tough battle for my laptop anyway so doubt I'm getting the most out of graphics compared to those who have high powered gaming machines! If that's the key issue, it probably won't affect my enjoyment of the game

It's always worth delving in to exactly what you get from your money as well, especially if you don't own a great deal of addons. If you buy the route you also get:

European Loco & Asset Pack (Needed for many free routes)
Class 91 (AP Enhancement Pack requires it)
EWS Class 66 V2.0 (Again, AP Enhancement Pack requires it)
Old Class 158 Pack (Not particularly useful these days)

Yeah I do try and look at what you get with it. I think the Euro Loco pack is one that comes with a lot of add ons but the other 3 you mention are missing from my collection (I think!) Without the sale you'd probably be paying a tenner for the 91 on its own so that in itself makes it worthwhile

So for a tenner, there is a lot of bang for the buck if you don't have these other items.

It's also a requirement for my North East England route, just saying.

Thanks for the advice
What is this NE route you talk of? I've got the Newcastle to Edinburgh one from Just Trains which is pretty decent

 

[Darandio]

Yeah I do try and look at what you get with it. I think the Euro Loco pack is one that comes with a lot of add ons but the other 3 you mention are missing from my collection (I think!) Without the sale you'd probably be paying a tenner for the 91 on its own so that in itself makes it worthwhile

Thanks for the advice
What is this NE route you talk of? I've got the Newcastle to Edinburgh one from Just Trains which is pretty decent

Indeed, it's a great way to build the collection further at little extra cost. I always found the 91 quite usable in it's own right as well but the AP pack does take it to another level as you would expect.

My North East England route is available here, although it possibly requires things you don't yet own. The current release includes the ECML from York to Darlington, Durham Coast Line as far as Hartlepool, Tees Valley Line from Bishop Auckland to Middlesbrough and the section on to Nunthorpe. The next version is also in the works and hopefully shouldn't be too far away.

 

[Inversnecky]

WCML over Shap is one I already have and love it! S&C is one to look at - as you say it does seem to pop up as a requirement for other DLC and it's a route that is hard not to love


Track and textures does seem to be quite a complaint. TS is a tough battle for my laptop anyway so doubt I'm getting the most out of graphics compared to those who have high powered gaming machines! If that's the key issue, it probably won't affect my enjoyment of the game

Yeah I do try and look at what you get with it. I think the Euro Loco pack is one that comes with a lot of add ons but the other 3 you mention are missing from my collection (I think!) Without the sale you'd probably be paying a tenner for the 91 on its own so that in itself makes it worthwhile

Thanks for the advice
What is this NE route you talk of? I've got the Newcastle to Edinburgh one from Just Trains which is pretty decent

it’ll be this:

Train Simulator | North East England | DPSimulation

North East England, our all new and completely free route for Train Simulator. This highly detailed route features the East Coast Main Line between Darlington and York and the Durham Coast Line between Northallerton and Hartlepool.

dpsimulation.org.uk

 

[The_Train]

Indeed, it's a great way to build the collection further at little extra cost. I always found the 91 quite usable in it's own right as well but the AP pack does take it to another level as you would expect.

My North East England route is available here, although it possibly requires things you don't yet own. The current release includes the ECML from York to Darlington, Durham Coast Line as far as Hartlepool, Tees Valley Line from Bishop Auckland to Middlesbrough and the section on to Nunthorpe. The next version is also in the works and hopefully shouldn't be too far away.

Wow, you've built that yourself?
I am missing some of the DLC but all 3 I'm missing are on offer it would seem so might look into all of those when I get home later

it’ll be this:

Train Simulator | North East England | DPSimulation

North East England, our all new and completely free route for Train Simulator. This highly detailed route features the East Coast Main Line between Darlington and York and the Durham Coast Line between Northallerton and Hartlepool.

dpsimulation.org.uk

Thanks

 

[Darandio]

Wow, you've built that yourself?
I am missing some of the DLC but all 3 I'm missing are on offer it would seem so might look into all of those when I get home later

I did. I've had plenty of practice though, i've been building routes both commercially and free for over 13 years. You've no doubt already driven routes that i've either built, had a hand in building or contributed to in some form.

Once you've had anough of driving scenarios i'd encourage you to have a crack at it yourself.