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FTS: "Train Sim World 6" Out Now on PC, PlayStation & Xbox

 

Expect the Unexpected: Train Sim World 6 Launches Today with New Trains, Random Events & the Return of the Free-to-Play Starter Pack

KENT, England - Sept. 30, 2025  Expect the unexpected in Train Sim World 6, out now! This latest edition of the ultimate train simulation series launches today on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as PlayStation and Xbox systems, featuring a roster of new trains on three new routes, plus unpredictable new features to keep new and long-time players on their toes!

One of the community's most requested features, toggleable Random Events and Train Faults have been introduced for the first time in Train Sim World 6, ensuring no two services ever feel the same. Players will need to stay alert to overcome unpredictable challenges, ranging from wiper and headlight failures, to diesel engine stalls and signal delays. The game will guide players through resolving these unexpected events to get back under way and on to their destinations.

New content continues in the form of new routes and trains. NJ TRANSIT®’s Morristown Line introduces the New Jersey suburbs in both ageing and modern traction. UK conductors will experience the thrill of coastal running along the Riviera Line, often described as one of the most beautiful stretches of railway in Britain. And in Europe, players can drive beyond the horizon between Dresden and Leipzig, Europe’s largest railway station, with a full variety of freight, passenger, high-speed and shunting services available.

For the first time, brand-new trains will be available in the Deluxe Edition of Train Sim World 6 for all three routes: the much-requested CrossCountry Voyager, dual-power ALP-45 locomotive and hefty BR 294 shunter. The Special Edition includes all content from the Standard and Deluxe Editions, plus five back-catalogue routes and their respective trains spanning a wider selection of countries, including Austria, the Netherlands and Wales.

Adding to the immersion is the full implementation of passenger and platform announcements, with station stops and train departures audibly declared in the three core routes. Dynamic passenger ambience has also been added, which varies based on the number of passengers on the train.

Matt Peddlesden, Train Sim World 6’s Executive Producer: “We can’t wait for everyone to get their hands on the new content in Train Sim World 6. Random Events and Train Faults are going to really spice things up for both new and existing players, and the return of the Free Starter Pack means more people than ever can experience the joy of train simulation.”

Also available today is the Train Sim World: Free Starter Pack. This includes steam, diesel and electric locomotives within the Training Center demo route, along with tutorials and tasks to complete. This can be downloaded for free until November 11, 2025, to keep permanently. It does not contain the three core routes or new features.

Players of paid and free versions of the game can look forward to new add-on content in the coming months with several Train Sim World 6 add-ons announced, covering routes in new countries such as Portugal and Czechia, plus the eagerly awaited arrival of the first Japanese routethe Tadami Line.

About Train Sim World 6

Developed and published by Dovetail Games, Train Sim World 6 is out now for Windows PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles.



Dovetail Games Unveils Train Sim World 5, New VR & Roblox Experiences, and a Trainload of Upcoming Add-Ons

Dovetail Games has announced a series of exciting updates during their annual Dovetail Direct online event. The highlights include the upcoming release of Train Sim World 5, a new VR title, and an immersive experience on Roblox. (Choo-Choo)

Train Sim World 5 Release Date and Features

Train Sim World 5 is set to launch on September 17, 2024, and is now available for pre-order on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms. This latest edition introduces three brand new routes across the UK, Germany, and the USA. Notably, the highly requested West Coast Main Line brings a new London terminus to the series with London Euston, and the sleek Avanti West Coast Pendolino for Deluxe Edition players. Frankfurt debuts with the ICE-T, and California’s Metrolink San Bernardino Line adds more American action.

New Gameplay Features

Train Sim World 5 introduces several new gameplay features:

  • Route Hopping
  • Fast Travel
  • Conductor Mode: Players can check tickets and manage doors for the first time in Service Mode.





Upcoming Add-Ons

Dovetail Games also announced six future add-ons for Train Sim World, covering new areas in Wales, the Netherlands, the UK, the USA, and Germany.


Executive Insights

Matt Peddlesden, Executive Producer of Train Sim World 5, stated: “We’re answering the call of players with some of their most requested content, including iconic UK, European, and American routes and trains. With exciting new features like Conductor Mode, Route Hopping, Fast Travel, and a much-requested overhaul to the 2D Live Map, this is a substantial new edition of Train Sim World!”


Train Sim World VR: New York

Dovetail Games is expanding into virtual reality with Train Sim World VR: New York, exclusive to Meta Quest players. This standalone title features New York’s Harlem Line, intuitive controls, new game mechanics, and a stylish New York apartment space to explore. Wishlisting is now available.

Jon Rissik, CEO of Dovetail Games, commented: “Train Sim World VR: New York is a totally new experience for players who want to jump in and enjoy an authentic train driving simulation, with maximum levels of immersion. We can’t wait to see the reaction of VR players to the unique gameplay that it offers.”


Train Sim World Tycoon on Roblox

In partnership with Talewind, Dovetail Games is developing Train Sim World Tycoon on Roblox. This project aims to introduce the franchise to a younger audience within Roblox’s popular virtual universe. Players can build stations, manage their economy, meet new AI characters, play with friends, explore a vast world, and drive trains. The interactive elements of Roblox will allow for customization and strategic economic management.

Gemma Johnson-Brown, COO of Dovetail Games, said: “We’re incredibly proud and excited to expand our trains franchise to new, wider, and younger audiences through Train Sim World 5 as well as our upcoming VR and Roblox titles. We look forward to sharing more with players in the coming months.”


Personal Thoughts

Personally, I never got into Roblox, but I know many people, including some of my cousins, who are crazy about it. This news should be embraced with open arms.


Release Details

Developed and published by Dovetail Games, Train Sim World 5 will be released on Windows PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles on September 17, 2024. The Standard Edition will be priced at $49.99, the Deluxe Edition at $74.99, and the Special Edition at $119.99. See you on the railways!



 + Sophima 

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