Bring modern locomotives to the Northeast Corridor just in time for 4th July! The HSP46 comes to the Boston - Providence route in our latest Gameplay Pack.
Free Content for MBTA Commuter players
We're pleased to confirm that players that already own Train Sim World 5 and the MBTA Commuter route Add-on can get this pack completely free!
The pack provides additional gameplay for the NEC: Boston - Providence route (available separately) using the MBTA HSP46 diesel locomotive.
Pricing for players without MBTA Commuter is $5.99/£4.99/€5.99. The gameplay pack is available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam.
Approximate release times: 11:00am ET / 4:00pm BST on Console & Epic, 1:00pm ET / 6:00pm BST on Steam.
Steam players should note that activating the free entitlement for MBTA Commuter players is a manual process for our team. There may be a short delay after 6:00pm BST before the Gameplay Pack becomes 'free' for these players. Once activated, the content should download automatically.
Entitlements for PS, Xbox and Epic MBTA Commuter players should go live at the same time as their respective launch times.
Rolling Stock and Gameplay
MBTA HSP46 locomotive
Diversify your diesel fleet along the Northeast Corridor with the addition of the HSP46! Operate MBTA’s busy Providence/Stoughton Line with modern motive power, serving the commuters of Massachusetts with double-deck duty.
Built between 2013 and 2014, the HSP46 marked a new era for MBTA as they were able to replace ageing equipment on their key commuter services into the city of Boston. Putting passengers first from the offset, MBTA allowed members of the public to pick the livery for this new fleet of locomotives, resulting in a striking application of angled magenta, accented with yellow, grey and black.
Originally released as part of the MBTA Commuter: Framingham/Worcester Line, the HSP46 now comes raring for service along the high-speed Northeast Corridor in Train Sim World. Share tracks with express Amtrak services along MBTA’s Providence route, or leave the wires for a stint along the single-track Stoughton branch. In the 3 new scenarios, take on additional challenges such as building formations, and rescuing trains. Check tickets and operate the doors in Conductor Mode.
Work in tandem with the MBTA F40 and single-deck cars, as well as with the capacity-boosting bi-level cars and cab car. With 4 cabs to choose from in push/pull operations, race your way to Boston with the MBTA Providence/Stoughton Line HSP46!
The Route, NEC: Boston - Providence
Gameplay for this pack takes place on the NEC: Boston - Providence route, first released as 'Boston Sprinter' as part of Train Sim World 2: Rush Hour.
Since then, the route has received an overhaul with TOD4 lighting, dynamic weather and revised signalling forming part of a significant upgrade in 2023. It is available for Train Sim World 5 as Compatible Content.
The route facilitates long-distance passengers on Northeast Regional services between the state capitals of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. From modern suburbia to the sprawling countryside, experience the fastest rail line in America from the cab of the modern Amtrak ACS-64 or climb aboard the eye-catching MBTA F40PH-3C, operating commuter services between each suburban hub along the way, as well as on the quaint Stoughton branch. Both lines will accommodate the HSP46 for players that pick up the HSP46 Gameplay Pack.
Also Available: MBTA Commuter route Add-on
If you just can't get enough of the HSP46 you can take a different route along the Framingham/Worcester line in the MBTA Commuter route Add-on.
You can find out more information on our dedicated MBTA Commuter page.
Save on both routes in the Steam Summer Sale
Mark Independence Day with two Boston-based route Add-ons. Save a huge 80% off NEC: Boston - Providence featuring the ubiquitous F40PH locomotive and 50% off MBTA Commuter featuring the modern HSP46 diesel locomotive.