Train Simulator
by Microsoft
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Video Game Reviews of Train Simulator
Customer Review: Train Simulator
Summary: 3 Stars
Train Simulator is a well-written game, but there are some things that could be better. On the plus side, it is a fairly accurate representation of what driving a train would be like. It has 3 different locomotives to drive: steam, diesel and electric. It is interesting to compare the 3 types. Unfortunately, there is a learning curve in the beginning (to be expected in a simulation game) which may make the game not as much fun at first.
I was disappointed in several things, though. There is no representation of an American steam engine, which I was looking forward to. There is an Amtrak train, which doesn't represent the great era of railroading in America. There are several routes in America, several in Europe and some Japanese routes. I would like to see more routes in America, which at the height of railroading, were all over the U.S, going to all major cities and many, many smaller ones.
The other thing that was a disappointment was that you have a trade-off between scenery and the train running at a good speed. The scenery is nice and somewhat authentic, but, if you choose to be a passenger and the scenery is what you want from your ride, the train runs very slow.
There are multiple views which is very nice. The sounds are authentic and you can put in different weather conditions also. There is a manual you can print out which should be printed before playing the game or any scenarios.
Altogether, Train Simulator is a pretty nice game, with a learning curve in the beginning and a few things left out (in my opninion). But I'm enjoying it anyway.
Customer Review: well not very bad
Summary: 3 Stars
yeah its not a bad game,but it doesn't thrill ur spine either.u ahve to maintain a schedule and after sometime it gets quite monotonous and boring.Customer Review: Great game for train lovers!
Summary: 5 Stars
If your a train lover you will probally like it alot! IT allows you to be right up with the controls of many locomotives, it has superb graphics and great sound. If you are looking for realism this is the game for you. The sounds of the trains are exact and there is doppler effect. For those who don't know how to drive a train there is tutorials that teach you how to operate steam, electric and diesel locomotives. If you don't feel like driving you can take a train ride and be the passenger. The scenery is fantastic it looks just like it would in real life. The passenger trains are very fun to drive, beacause you on a tight shcedule and there are many hazards along the way such as animals on the track, wheather, damaged track, broken signals and more. It also provides the challenge of freight trains. Also there are hundreds of downloads and add-ons for it! So if you like trains and realism I highly recomend this game. Customer Review: Bad, bad, bad
Summary: 1 Stars
Unless you need something to put you to sleep, you can skip this one. Given, It was originally published in 2001, so the graphics could be much better, but in the end this is just a very boring game. Essentially, you get to drive a range of different trains, but there is none of the strategy you find in something like Rail Road Tycoon.Customer Review: Great fun
Summary: 4 Stars
I purchased this game a couple of years ago, after the initial release. For one reason or another, I ended up getting rid of it. But I just had to re-purchase this game. It was a little cheaper this time around, considering the game has been out some time already.
My decision to purchase this game, twice, should reflect how much I enjoyed this game.
I personally like to play a "free" activity, and my favorite is to take the steam engine on the Northeast Corridore tracks. When driving any of the trains, play with full manual controls for the best effect.
The steam engine has a slightly steep learning curve, but it's definately worth it. Twisting the valves, opening the firebox, shovling coal, all these things (when done manually) can lend a great sense of realism to the game. To the point where I can imagine myself sweaty and grimy, sailing ~60mph trying to keep this infernal contraption from derailing! And yes, make sure you turn derailments ON, and switch to an external view as you realize, with horror, that you just cannot make that curve...