Train Sim World 5 Game Update - December 10th 2024
Hello everyone,
We’re excited to bring you the latest patch for TSW5, which includes lots of improvements and fixes for you to take a look at. This update includes major improvements to scenery, lighting, and route visuals for WCML South. You’ll find enhanced distant and trackside scenery, updated water, and added features like 710 stop markers and PIS boards on the platform ramps at Euston. We've also added Primrose Hill station as a starting point for freight services. For all the details on this, you can check out the article here!
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This patch also has improvements and fixes for other routes, including MBTA Commuter, San Bernardino, Frankfurt Fulda and lots of other improvements that you can view below, which should help get you on the right track (sorry). The update is available now, but please allow up to 24 hours for it to arrive on your systems. Full changelog below:
Highlights
* Added over 800 new services to WCML South timetables.
* Cloud/rain is now back to being adjustable in Photo Mode. Something we wish we could do in real life.
* Added new suspension physics to the Class 350.
* Added Route Hopping to Boston South Station.
* Updated F40PH engine sound.
Full Changelog
Core
* Stability improvements for livery editor, formation designer and free roam. * Fixed an issue that made it possible to miss ‘stop at objective’ due to subtitles still being present.
* Fixed an issue that was affecting some downloaded scenarios from the Online Sharing Hub.
* Added various UI improvements.
* Added various localization improvements.
West Coast Mainline South
* Added realistic rusty rails to track ends.
* Resolved an issue where the #4 key on the keypad wasn’t working and corrected the button layout in Cab 2.
* Fixed an invisible barrier that was blocking a spawn point at Berkhamsted Station.
* Moved lampposts around Willesden Junction so that they’re away from the tracks.
* Updated snow material so that it matches the landscape and added it to the large yellow crane at Willesden Junction.
* Fixed passenger collision issues at Bletchley.
* Lioness line services now use 4-car and 5-car variants of the Class 710 (available separately).
* Resolved instances of floating trees at Watford and Cheddington. * Added Class 66 and HKA’s to scenario designer.
* Fixed an issue with conductor mode for service 2T18.
* Added missing platform connections for Tring and Queens Park. * Fixed speed signs in Euston showing the wrong speed.
* Added realistic rusty rails to track ends.
* Station PIS should show destinations correctly.
Class 350
* Revised simulation physics, inclusive of suspension modelling. * Guard Mode should now appear on the Class 350 timetable.
* Updated Service Startup/Shutdown for AI so the Master Key and Reverser tasks are now completed more quickly, and the reverser is set to neutral. * Revised control text for Unit Deselect Controls to “Rear->Normal->Front” * Fixed an issue where the signalling bell couldn’t be used from the cab after closing the doors.
* Fixed an issue with the tail light not turning on automatically when you shut down the cab.
Avanti West Coast Class 390 Pendolino
* Fixed the tilting system so that each car tilts separately when going around corners, rather than all tilting at once.
* Added a hotkey combination (Ctrl+R) to set the speed limit, making it easier to adjust.
San Bernardino
* Repositioned decals on the lower portion of the cab desk to stop interior from flickering.
* Fixed the in-cab monitor EMD F125 so that it illuminates correctly. * Fixed the missing front windshield and side window glass on the EMD F125 loco.
* Various improvements to the ensure timetable service timings are accurate on both weekday and weekend timetables.
* Fixed multiple issues with Inland Empire train services only showing San Bernardino Depot on PIS.
* Resolved MP36PH-3C PTC screen flicker when loco is in motion. * Resolved issue whereby MP36PH would not move when connected to rotems/ bombardier bi levels in the training centre.
Frankfurt Fulda:
* Changed the DB Vectron vehicle numbers from the Railpool numbers to the DB ones.
* Adjusted the AFB lever objective so that it now correctly asks you to set it to 229 instead of 230.
* Improved suspension on Class 146
* Updated the BR 114 to improve wheel slipping in dry conditions. * Fixed an issue with the Vectron screen flickering.
* Changed incorrect platform numbers at Schlüchtern Station to the correct ones.
* Fixed an issue where approaching Frankfurt Hbf from Frankfurt Süd via track 240 led to signal 208 showing green but still triggering a 1000 Hz influence behind the bridge.
* Resolved the issue preventing players from starting the 'Old Heroes' scenario via the start marker at Frankfurt Hbf in timetable mode.
* Rear doors now open properly instead of using the same controls as the front doors for BR 423.
* Fixed incorrect route map display names for platform markers at Schlüchtern station.
FlixTrain BR 193 Vectron
* Fixed an issue on the Flixtrain to stop the destination indicator from disappearing.
MBTA Commuter
* Added Route Hopping to Boston South Station.
* Fixed alerter sound on CTC-3.
* Tuned simulation physics for F40PH-3C.
* Updated F40PH engine sound.
* Fixed an issue where junction sounds were only audible inside the CTC-5 bilevel cars and not externally.
* Fixed an audio issue where the sound would dip when sitting down and activating the F40PH.
* Corrected visual representation of HSP46 brakes – brakes should now touch wheels when engaged and lift from wheels when released.
East Coast Main Line
* Fixed an issue where you could not achieve gold or platinum medals for the ‘Hot Seat’ scenario
Class 801
* Wipers on the 801 will now start on the right side of the cab and the interior will light up at night.
* Fixed doors to animate properly when opened and closed.
Antelope Valley Line
* Fixed the in-cab monitor EMD F125 so that it illuminates correctly. * Fixed the missing front windshield and side window glass on the EMD F125 loco.
* Fixed an issue with the HEP in the Metrolink Rotem car; turning off the HEP switch now correctly turns off the carriage lights.
* Fixed save game issues where passenger cabin lights and locomotive headlights would turn off upon loading a saved game when using Metrolink Rotem cars.
ScotRail Class 380
* Fixed door animation to ensure it is working as expected. * Revised suspension modelling.
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