![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() You're looking at two steam locomotives (the Flying Scotsman and the Golsdorf Series 380), three diesel locomotives (the GE-9-44CW or Dash 9, the GP38-2 and the Kiha 31) and four electric locomotives (the 2000 series, the 7000 LSE series and two versions of the Amtrak Acela). That might seem extreme until you consider just how much has been wedged into that space. It takes a heap'a hard drive to house a whole worldįully installed, Train Simulator takes up about 1.8GB. There is even an editor included to allow the process of add-ons to begin immediately. Like Microsoft Flight Simulator, the intention is to provide an open framework for ongoing development by Microsoft and anyone else. Microsoft Train Simulator is not so much a single program as it is the cornerstone of what will likely become an edifice of expansion packs, sequels and third party add-ons. Those not seeking that experience are gently urged to look elsewhere. For those seeking that experience, Microsoft Train Simulator will provide hours of deeply immersive entertainment. Perhaps by offering those who are not railroad, simulation or railroad simulation buffs this warning: this is a title aimed squarely at folks who really want the moment-to-moment experience of operating steam, electric and diesel trains, both passenger and freight, in all sorts of weather and in all seasons, all over the world. The reviewer's challenge posed by a title as richly complex as Microsoft Train Simulator is the challenge posed by all serious simulations: Where does one start? Data on how Open Rails is used will be very helpful for the project but, if we wish to collect usage data, we will inform youīeforehand and you will always be able to opt out.Read Full Review It's for Trainiacs, Trainiacs. Installation instructions are included in the installation download (and also from this webpage).Įric Conrad has posted a detailed review on his MSTS Roundhouse blog which provides valuable advice for using this product.ĭoes Open Rails report data back to its creators? Yes this cab controller from P.I.Engineering is suitable for Open Rails and support for it is built in to the simulator. No, Open Rails does not modify any Microsoft Train Simulator files. If I install Open Rails, will it change my Microsoft Train Simulator files? Rolling stock that have sound management (SMS) files that refer to wave files from the Microsoft Train Simulator CDs (see folder SOUND).Locomotives that re-use cabviews or sounds from the locomotives on the Microsoft Train Simulator CDs (see folder TRAINSET).Routes provided with an Install.bat file that copies shapes and textures from the routes on the Microsoft Train Simulator CDs.How can I recognise add-on products for Microsoft Train Simulator that require Microsoft Train Simulator files?Īdd-ons designed for Microsoft Train Simulator may rely on files from the Microsoft Train Simulator product. Such files will be listed with warnings in the Open Rails log file. If products designed for Microsoft Train Simulator are used on a PC with Open Rails but not Microsoft Train Simulator, then they are likely to work but some sounds and textures will be missing. Most non-Microsoft Train Simulator routes, activities and rolling stock make use of some Microsoft Train Simulator content, usually sound files, textures and cab interiors. If Microsoft Train Simulator is installed, then Open Rails can safely make use of all the Microsoft Train Simulator content as it does not change any Microsoft Train Simulator files. You do not need Microsoft Train Simulator installed in order to use Open Rails. (more than 0.3GB graphics RAM recommended)ĭo I need Microsoft Train Simulator installed to use Open Rails? Graphics : any compatible with Windows 7 upwards.The 6 routes in Microsoft Train Simulator require 1.4 GB) Hard drive : 50 MB (but models require lots of space.Memory : minimum = 0.5 GB, recommended = 4 GB.Programs compiled for 32-bit Windows are always limited to using a maximum of 2GB of memory. Open Rails is an "An圜PU" program which will run as a 32-bit program on 32-bit Windows and as a 64-bit program * Windows 7 requires Service Pack 1 (SP1). It does not work on Windows XBox, Windows Phone or non-Windows platforms. Open Rails works well on Windows PCs from Windows 7* onwards (including Windows 11). Installation Questions from the FAQ Which platforms does Open Rails run on? ![]()
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