The wait is over. Train Sim World 7 is OUT NOW!
New routes, new trains and new ways to play are here as Train Sim World 7 launches today!
Train Sim World 7 goes live today from 6pm BST.
Whether you're heading for the rolling hills of Yorkshire, powering across Germany or soaking up the South Florida sunshine, it's finally time to Find Your Way.
Screenshots featured throughout this article have been captured by members of the Train Sim World community during Early Access and shared with us through the official Dovetail Games Discord. Thank you to everyone who's been sharing their journeys with us!
Choose Your Train Sim World 7 Edition
View game pageThere are plenty of ways to begin your Train Sim World 7 journey, whether you're completely new to the series or looking for the biggest collection of new content.
Free Starter Edition
Standard Edition - £44.99 / €49.99 / $49.99
Deluxe Edition - £64.99 / €79.99 / $79.99
Ultimate Edition - £114.99 / €129.99 / $129.99
The Standard Edition includes all three new core routes: Airedale & Wharfedale Network, Bahnstrecke Nürnberg - Würzburg and Florida Tri-Rail.
Upgrade to Deluxe Edition to also receive the Northern BR Class 333, DB BR 412 ICE 4 and Tri-Rail GP49H-3, each bringing additional gameplay to their respective routes.
The Ultimate Edition includes everything from Deluxe alongside a selection of additional routes and locomotives from Train Sim World 6.
Or, you can start completely free.
Free Starter Edition
Train Sim World 7: Free Starter Edition is available now!
New to Train Sim World? The Free Starter Edition gives you access to the Training Center, where you can get familiar with steam, diesel and electric traction before heading out onto the wider railway.
You can also experiment with features such as Simple Controls, Free Roam and Livery Designer, giving you a place to learn the basics before deciding where you want your collection to go next.
From there, you can purchase compatible Train Sim World 7 routes and locomotives individually, or pick up compatible Add-ons from previous Train Sim World releases and start building the railway collection that interests you.
Returning players can also use the Free Starter Edition as their way into Train Sim World 7, downloading compatible content they already own and enjoying their favourite routes with the latest core game and features.
Start for free, build your own collection and Find Your Way.
Three New Routes. Three Ways to Find Your Way.
Train Sim World 7 introduces three completely new core routes, each bringing a very different type of railway experience.
If you missed any of our route previews, showcases or livestreams during the build-up to launch, now is the perfect time to catch up.
Credit: Massive Tool via Discord
Airedale & Wharfedale Network: Leeds & Bradford - Skipton & Ilkley
Head north and explore a 54-mile branching network across Yorkshire.
Take charge of modern Northern commuter services with the BR Class 331, stretch the legs of the LNER Class 801 Azuma or switch passenger duties for heavy aggregate traffic with the included Class 66 and HYA Limestone Hopper.
The network links Leeds and Bradford with Skipton and Ilkley, while Neville Hill Depot, Rylstone Quarry and freight-only branches bring even more variety to your working day.
Deluxe and Ultimate Edition players can also get behind the controls of the Northern BR Class 333, adding further services and scenarios across the network.
Read our Airedale & Wharfedale article
Watch the Airedale & Wharfedale Preview Livestream
Watch the Airedale & Wharfedale Showcase
Credit: Leon via Discord
Bahnstrecke Nürnberg - Würzburg
Regional services, S-Bahn traffic, high-speed running and freight all come together across more than 100 km of German railway.
Take control of the new DB BR 440, operate S-Bahn services with the DB BR 442 Talent 2, head out on long-distance journeys aboard the ICE 1 or put the DB BR 193 Vectron to work on freight duties around Nürnberg Rbf and beyond.
Deluxe and Ultimate Edition players can also experience one of the most requested German trains to come to Train Sim World, the DB BR 412 ICE 4, complete with both 12 and 13-car variants.
Read our Nürnberg - Würzburg article
Watch the Nürnberg - Würzburg Preview Livestream
Watch the Nürnberg - Würzburg Showcase
Credit: rjsp1184 via Discord
Florida Tri-Rail: Miami Airport - Boca Raton
All aboard for the Sunshine State!
Train Sim World heads to South Florida for the first time, with more than 45 miles of railway stretching from Miami Airport through Fort Lauderdale to Boca Raton.
Take charge of colourful Tri-Rail commuter services with the BL36PH and F40PH-3C, complete with Rotem double-deck equipment, before swapping passengers for freight with the included CSX SD40-2 and GP38-2.
Deluxe and Ultimate Edition players can add another piece of Tri-Rail history with the GP49H-3, bringing an additional locomotive and more gameplay to the route.
Read our Florida Tri-Rail article
Watch the Florida Tri-Rail Preview Livestream
Watch the Florida Tri-Rail Showcase
Credit: The Civity Guy via Discord
New Ways to Play in Train Sim World 7
Alongside three new routes, Train Sim World 7 brings a range of new features, graphical improvements and quality-of-life updates.
Beginner Controls
Want to get moving without learning every cab control first?
Simple Controls offer a streamlined way to drive using straightforward Power and Brake controls, making it easier for new players to get behind the controls while leaving the full simulation experience available for those who want it.
Please note that Simple Controls are not available in Scenarios or Tutorials, where the standard control setup is used.
Need a hand getting started? Check out GoTraction's Simple Controls tutorial for a quick walkthrough of how they work.
Credit: Killhop via Discord
Freight Hauler
Take freight into your own hands with the brand-new Freight Hauler mode.
Freight cars are distributed around the route waiting to reach their destinations. Choose your locomotive, inspect what needs moving, set your own path and complete the job your way before receiving a score at the end of your session.
Credit: The Geep via Discord
Live and Dynamic Weather
Live Weather allows supported services to use current real-world weather conditions for the location you're driving through when connected to Dovetail Live.
We've also overhauled Dynamic Weather, improving the variety of conditions and the transitions between them.
Credit: Falfing via Discord
Enhanced Lighting and Epic PC Settings
Train Sim World 7 introduces Enhanced Lighting, bringing new depth and atmosphere to environments across the game.
High-end PC players can take things even further with the new Epic graphical settings, extending draw distances, improving shadows and increasing Level of Detail ranges.
Train Sim World 7 also introduces native DirectX 12 support alongside additional upscaling options for compatible PC hardware.
Credit: Cjae via Discord
Quality-of-Life Improvements
We've made improvements throughout Train Sim World 7 to make getting into and enjoying your journeys easier.
These include faster loading times, adjustable Field of View, improved Temporary Speed Restrictions, configurable default Safety Systems, AI Conductor, faster external cameras, controller improvements, Steam Deck support, Steam Cloud Saving and a refreshed menu interface.
Early Access Hotfixes
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us during Early Access.
We've loved seeing your first journeys, screenshots, videos and feedback over the last few days, and that feedback has also helped our teams identify issues ahead of today's wider launch.
The following fixes have already been implemented:
Resolved an issue where AI Conductor was causing a crash with the BR 440, FP40PH-3, and GP49 locos when stopping at a station.
Fixed an issue where AI Conductor was causing a crash when set to 'Realistic' in the RE10 (58205) service on Nürnberg to Würzburg.
Fixed an issue where AI Conductor set to ‘Realistic’ was managing door operation on the BR 442 Talent 2 where it shouldn’t.
Thank you for continuing to share your reports with us as we work to improve Train Sim World 7.
Credit: Pengi via Discord
Train Sim World 7 Day One Update
Alongside today's full release, we're rolling out our Train Sim World 7 Day One Update, bringing further fixes and improvements following testing and feedback from Early Access.
Please see the full list of updates here but some highlights are:
Improved the transition smoothing between weather changes with Live Weather
Fixed an issue to live weather not applying after loading a save
Added a pop-up when trying to use Beginner Controls on scenarios and tutorials
Added missing magnets at Würzburg Hbf
ICE 4 improvements to the AFB which was causing issues when going downhill
Fixed an issue where AI conductors would operate train doors incorrectly when in realistic mode for the BR 442
Adjusted and increased the running sounds for Class 331 when moving between 85-100mph internally and externally
Fixed an issue where the Class 333 brakes would not always apply correctly
Reworked the lighting throughout Miami Airport
We'll continue monitoring your feedback following launch, with further updates planned as we continue to improve the Train Sim World 7 experience.
Launch Sales Are Live!
Looking for another route or locomotive to add to your collection?
To celebrate the launch of Train Sim World 7, sales are now live, with discounts available on a selection of content from previous Train Sim World releases.
Pick up compatible Add-ons from earlier Train Sim World titles and you can play them in Train Sim World 7, making launch a great opportunity to discover a route you've missed or add something completely different to your collection.
There are savings of up to 80% off, so make sure to check it out!
Explore some of the top discounts via our sales article here!
Next Stop: Japan!
Train Sim World 7 might be launching today, but your next journey isn't far away.
On September 29th, Train Sim World heads to Japan for the very first time with Tadami Line: Aizu-Wakamatsu - Tadami, developed by Union Workshop.
Stretching for 88 km through the mountains and valleys of Fukushima Prefecture, this rural single-track railway calls at 28 stations as it follows the Tadami River through the beautiful Oku Aizu region.
Take control of the classic KiHa 40, learn Japanese railway operations and experience Train Sim World's first narrow-gauge Japanese route across changing seasons and spectacular scenery.
Take a look at the trailer below and get ready to head for Japan later this month.
Steam players can wishlist Tadami Line here.
Please note: if you wishlisted Tadami Line before Train Sim World 7 Early Access began, you'll need to wishlist it again on the new Train Sim World 7 Steam store page.
Questions, Feedback or Need Some Help?
With Train Sim World 7 now available, we've got plenty of resources ready to help you get onto the rails.
Our Train Sim World 7 FAQ covers the finer details around editions, supported platforms, compatible content and more.
If you need further assistance, our Train Sim World Support pages contain troubleshooting information, guides and answers to common questions.
PC players looking to find the right balance between graphical quality and performance should also check out our Train Sim World Graphical Settings Guide.
If you encounter any problems, please continue sending reports through our Support team. Your feedback is incredibly valuable as we continue working on Train Sim World 7 following launch.
Credit: 650 days waiting via Discord
Celebrate Launch With Us
We're celebrating the full release of Train Sim World 7 with a special launch livestream.
Join us as we jump into Train Sim World 7, explore the new content, share some of your launch-day experiences and celebrate the start of a new chapter for Train Sim World.
The Journey Doesn't Stop Here
Train Sim World 7 is out, but there's already plenty more waiting further down the line.
From Tadami Line on September 29th to new routes, locomotives, developers and even new countries coming to Train Sim World, our Roadmap is packed with projects currently in development.
We'll continue sharing more from our development teams and third-party partners as these projects progress, alongside future updates and improvements to Train Sim World 7.
Check out our Train Sim World 7 Roadmap for a closer look at what's coming next.
For now, it's time to get out there and start exploring.
Train Sim World 7 is OUT NOW. We can't wait to see how you Find Your Way.
Join us in the Community!
Make sure you’re joining our teams on our Dovetail Live forums, our official Discord, and community-led spaces that we are active in – let us know what you’re looking forward to most.