Long time, No Post

Well, I must firstly slap my hand for the lack of posts recently, however, I am going to do my utmost to post more and post useful info or videos.

So I am going to start with RailWorks 2: Train Simulator, (from now on will be referred to as RW2:TS), this was released on Monday Evening as a free update to current RW users, and a Re-branded version of the original RailWorks (including Mondays update) to the general public.

Boxed versions will be in shops (by late October)* 

RW2:TS introduced some improvements to the general user interface As shown in the pictures below. Also (as shown below) a nice fresh look to the editor fly out menus (scenario & Route editor mode only).

Not only that but Paul Jackson (CEO) RailSimulator.com Said he wanted to make the game appeal and usable to those who may find it daunting learning keyboard keys to operate the train, In an interview with James Woodcock (video below)



also included is the long awaited animated Level Crossing's (very simple to lay and get working) And improvements to the scenario editor.

For decent reviews i would like to refer you to two sources UKTS (UKTrainSim) & James woodcocks Website.

UKTS's Matt Peddlesden first impressions review
James Woodcocks Review

If you are experiencing problems then drop Rail Simulator Support a line by emailing them: Support[at]railsimulator.com and they will respond as soon as possible.

PLEASE REMOVE THE [at] and replace with @.

*Subject to change, Source: http://www.justtrains.net/newsDetail.asp?newsid=1748

World Cup Willie (2010) - Lonnie Donegan Jnr (World Cup song)

World Cup kicks off offcially Tomorrow, and This was featured on "London Tonight" and i instantly loved it its a revitalised version of his dads classic form the last time we won the world cup.....1966! Sounds so much like his dad its un-real.

The latest re-skin form Michael @ RW-Trainsim he has done a snazzy best of both loco on one side RW-Trainsim on the other RailSimulator.com Facebook promo!

Download it here: http://rs-trainsim.co.uk/forums/index.php?action=downloads;sa=view;down=644  (you must be logged in)

Saying Thank You

Saying thank you can make somones day better, and RW-Trainsim are happy to make sure that its members can say thanks loudly and proudly.

they have now taken the approach that saying thank you to the developer of an item you have downloaded or to thank somone for thier help, its all good stuff and has already taken off by storm!

If your a member of the site then click the above image to go to the thank you section.

Facebook

Many of you are probably on Facebook, but did you know that some familiar sites are too? You probably have seen groups like "railwroks" going round on Facebook but these are the real deal and are the official facebook pages / groups for the below sites.

Railsimulator.com - Click to Become a Fan
RW-Trainsim - Click to Become a Fan
UK-Trainsim - Click to Become a Fan
JustTrains - Click to Become a Fan
Oovee Entertainment - Click to Become a Fan

So there's no more fiddling around joining groups you think are the real deal just click on the links and if you are signed in select Become a fan.

Spread the word if you live most of your Internet time on Facebook!

New Look!

Well, i had an email through form the blogs host "Blogger" saying they have designed a neat new tool for those of us who are a bit shy when it comes to CSS and HTML and have made customizing the blog simple and easy.

The tool works fantastic and the main structure of this blog was done in seconds form templates ready and waiting

have not had a full play with it but i liked the design so much i put it live instantly if you own a blogger blog and want to use it then check this link out: http://bloggerindraft.blogspot.com/2010/03/blogger-template-designer.html

A4 Steam Locomotive Released

JustTrains have released a fantastic new add on for steam buffs.

The class A4 locomotive (most famous for mallards record breaking speed run)

Many variants are included with a corridor tender and non corridor tender, Priced at £14.99 for download.

A boxed version is also available to purchase if you'd prefer.

Happy St Patricks Day!

CLARIFORCATION!! Oovee's NMT

Hiya Chaps and Chapesses's

Oovee (Zane Saxton) Has cleared up the confusion regarding tonight's Release of the New Measurement Train (with Camera).

Derek (RSDerek) also confirmed that RSc Only released the files that where core to the NMT.

Zane has said he will push everything else that is required to make the train usable on UKTS during Wednesday Morning (24th February 2009).

a job well done!

Well it was certainly worth the extra few days wait for the latest RailWorks update (104.2b), With a brand new scenario interface and a timetable view scenario writing will be much more easy to get your head round with the latest new tools.

In addition numerous bug fixes one of which is the headlight bug have been rectified. just a word of warning from experience here: If you are using a re-skin of the class 158 (that was not part of the pack) the update will not have touched these. I will write a guide on what to do when i have actually fixed this myself.

this will be welcomed to those of us who drive outside the cab: The addition of 2 new warning icons "Wheel slip & AWS warning:



there have been many other improvements made and would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved with making the update.

RailWorks Newsletter

Just recived my copy of the latest RailWorks Newsletter and it is an intresting read. I'll blog more on this later today, I am now heading to bed, as i have a cremation to attend later this morning.