Info about Train Sim World® 7 : Official game description: Choose Your Edition =================== ➡️ From the Free Starter Edition to Ultimate, find the version of Train Sim World 7 that's right for you.🚂 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Game ============== ✨**Pre-Order Deluxe or Ultimate Edition to get 5 days early access!**✨ Live life on the tracks and discover the joy of train simulation. Whether looking for a relaxing run on the rails or seeking the thrill of mastering your virtual train driver career, find your way in Train Sim World 7 across a range of iconic routes and locomotives. 🌴 THE SUNSHINE STATE AWAITS ☀️ ------------------------------- Surf the rails of Miami, Fort Lauderdale and more for the first time with FLORIDA TRI-RAIL, featuring the Tri-Rail BL36PH, F40PH and Rotem cars. Work local freight with CSX motive power and switch around stones with the Dura-Max Rock Hopper. _DELUXE EDITION: Geep Duty awaits as you put additional equipment to work across the rails of Miami with the TRI-RAIL GP49H-3._  🍃 RUN TO THE YORKSHIRE HILLS 🐑 -------------------------------- Head for the north of England and through the quaint hills of Yorkshire with the AIREDALE & WHARFEDALE NETWORK, featuring the Northern BR Class 331 & LNER Azuma. Run the Rylstone quarry industry with the BR Class 66 & HYA Limestone Hopper. _DELUXE EDITION: Make a splash with extra EMU variety as you wade across the rails in the NORTHERN BR CLASS 333._  🏰 BAVARIA BOUND ⛰️ ------------------- Wind your way around the low peaks of Bavaria on thrilling long-distance & regional services with BAHNSTRECKE NÜRNBERG - WÜRZBURG in the DB BR 440, DB BR 442 and DB BR 193 Vectron. _DELUXE EDITION: Accelerate across high-speed German rails in style with the ultra-modern and fan-favourite DB BR 412 ICE 4!_  🛠️ NEW FEATURES & PC-EXCLUSIVE ENHANCEMENTS 🖥️ ------------------------------------------------ Find new ways to cart cargo with FREIGHT HAULER📦. Marshall freight to its destination free from instructions or schedules. It’s your choices, your strategy, as freight cars populate the route, each one looking for a home. Switch, shunt and haul them all as you see fit. The forecast calls to you with LIVE WEATHER🌤️, have in-game weather powered by real-time location-specific data, getting you deep into the action exactly as it’s happening out in the World. The next job awaits, no matter the meteorology. Take things a step further with enhanced realism by enabling safety systems by default! Now, should you choose to, step into the cab and find that the likes of AWS, PZB and more are already enabled - which is often the case for taking over trains - or keep things as they are if you prefer a relaxing run or still want to enable them yourself. Take things beyond Ultra with an all-new “Epic” settings level, taking better advantage of modern hardware by extending draw distances and improving shadow quality. On top of that, Train Sim World 7 now runs on DirectX 12, supports DLSS 4.5 adding DLAA and upscaling, as well as FSR 4 for upscaling and frame generation. Make visuals the best they can be with an all-new Enhanced Lighting option for all TOD4 routes.✅ Right away, driver! On trains which have guards, they can now open and close the doors, increasing realism for driver-guard operations. 🎨 FIND YOUR WAY 📸 ------------------- With a diverse array of features such as Photo Mode, Route Hopping and more, embark on your own journey, in your own way. 🐦 FREE ROAM: Choose your path and explore any route with your favourite trains! Have the rails entirely to yourself or mix in with the timetable, running between scheduled services on your own ad hoc journeys. 👨‍✈️ CONDUCTOR MODE: Tickets please! Enjoy a different pace on conductor-operated trains - check tickets between each station and work the passenger doors to safely dispatch your service. Take a moment to enjoy the scenery on longer stretches between stations. 👨‍🎨 CREATORS CLUB: Get creative and customise your experience! Use LIVERY DESIGNER to make your dream designs come to life, and FORMATION DESIGNER to make up custom trains using your collection. Put creations to use with Free Roam & SCENARIO PLANNER, or share your creations online! (Dovetail Live sign-up required). 🚂 YOUR COLLECTION, YOUR WAY 🚅 ------------------------------- Enter the hobby with different editions: **FREE STARTER EDITION** introduces you to Train Sim World 7 with the Training Center. **STANDARD EDITION🥉** comes with the 3 new routes, **DELUXE EDITION🥈** also comes with additional new trains, and **ULTIMATE EDITION🥇** comes with an additional set of TSW7 Compatible content. “TSW Compatible” content released for a previous Train Sim World - features may remain unchanged from the original release and may not make use of all newer core features. Look forward to a great variety of experiences from multiple countries. Explore the many existing routes and locos and get ready for new challenges as the world of train simulation ever expands. **Please Note: The Train Sim World 7 UI is localised into English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese and Japanese. Localisation on Add-On content varies depending on the individual content.🌎** Release date: Sep 15, 2026 Categories: Train Simulation, Simulation, Free Roam, Realistic Simulation, Single-player, Route Planning, Driving Simulation, Mod Support Feature scans: - Proton/Linux: score 10; verdict: Works Well; summary: The filtered reviews contain only positive Linux/Proton evidence. One reviewer explicitly reports that the game runs 'really great' using proton-cachyos-slr on CachyOS with KDE-Plasma, with no mention of crashes, launch failures, workarounds, or required tweaks. Another review lists Steam Deck compatibility as a supported improvement. The remaining content concerns DLSS/DLAA/FSR graphics options that are not Linux-specific. There is no evidence of Linux-specific friction, anti-cheat/DRM blocking, or instability. - Steam Deck: score 70; verdict: Broken - stability and performance issues; summary: The audit finds a mixed Steam Deck picture. Steam Deck compatibility and Linux/Proton performance are explicitly praised, and modern upscaling features improve the technical outlook. However, severe frame drops near Nuremberg and Würzburg and recurring crash and AI door bugs create high friction, making the experience far from seamless on affected routes. No external launcher or small-text barrier is reported. The final score reflects the dominant stability and performance issues rather than the positive compatibility notes. - Hardware Profile: - Summary: Performance reports vary by VRAM cohort: 12-15GB and under-8GB are mixed with both smooth DLSS/FSR results and stuttering or crashes, 8-11GB is mostly positive with some optimization caveats, and 16GB+ is negative due to frequent crashes and settings issues. - Sample size: 54 (50% coverage) - Audience skew: Review sample is heavily weighted toward Windows PCs with 10GB+ VRAM. - Windows 12-15GB VRAM (mixed, 21 reports): Reports are mixed: some users get 90-120 FPS with DLSS/FSR and improved visuals, but others still see stuttering, frame drops to 20-30 FPS, and occasional crashes. - Windows <8GB VRAM (mixed, 17 reports): Mixed results: some players reach 60-100 FPS with DLSS and lighter settings, while others report crashes, laggy routes, and severe drops to 10-20 FPS. - Windows 8-11GB VRAM (positive, 10 reports): Mostly positive: users commonly report running at 70-100 FPS or Epic settings with DLSS/FSR, though some note poor optimization, performance drops, and rare crashes. - Windows 16GB+ VRAM (negative, 5 reports): Negative: frequent crashes on the new German route and broken DLSS/Smooth Motion settings dominate, despite isolated reports of locked 60 FPS at 4K Epic. - Caveats: 54 of 107 reviews expose hardware metadata.; Review sample is heavily weighted toward Windows PCs with 10GB+ VRAM. Feature extractions: - Community Price: - Community fair range: $24.99 - $39.99 - Reasoning: Reviewers repeatedly recommend waiting for a sale and explicitly say they would not recommend the game at its current $49.99 full price. Positive comments such as 'worth the money' and 'money well spent' show the game has value, but that value is usually attached to discounted purchases. This supports a fair base-game range below the current price, roughly in the $24.99-$39.99 range. - Playtime Metrics: - Game completion: N/A - Story completion: N/A - Session length: 2.5h - Endgame: N/A - Reasoning: The first quote reports a concrete 4-hour play stint spent inspecting existing routes in TSW 7. The second quote reports a shorter initial play period of about 1+ hours spent checking graphical improvements. Together they support a typical session length of a few hours, centered around 2.5 hours, but they do not provide evidence for total game completion, story completion, or endgame hours. The third quote only indicates session-to-session variety and adds no numeric playtime metric. - Time-to-fun: No data - Player Archetypes: - Accessibility-Focused Newcomer (buy) - Motivation: To enjoy driving trains without being overwhelmed by complex systems and controls. - Playstyle: Uses Beginner Controls, learns gradually, and focuses on basic driving and route completion. - Experience: newcomer - Purchase stance: buy - Labels: N/A - Reference games: N/A - Critical Sim Veteran (sale) - Motivation: To experience a realistic, moddable train simulation that meets or exceeds previous titles and alternatives. - Playstyle: Plays extensively with full simulation controls, uses mods, and compares routes and locomotives across simulators. - Experience: veteran - Purchase stance: sale - Labels: N/A - Reference games: TSW6; TSC; 3dZug - Enthusiastic Series Fan (buy) - Motivation: To experience the latest and most improved entry in the Train Sim World series. - Playstyle: Plays regularly, enjoys the series, buys the standard edition, and may wait for sales on extra content. - Experience: familiar - Purchase stance: buy - Labels: N/A - Reference games: N/A - Value-Conscious Player (deep sale) - Motivation: To get a technically stable and enjoyable train simulator at a reasonable price. - Playstyle: Plays on PC, cares about performance and bugs, and waits for discounts before purchasing. - Experience: mixed - Purchase stance: deep sale - Labels: N/A - Reference games: TSW6; Crisis Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category. Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews. What players like: - DLSS boosts performance and visuals (weight 0.62): Multiple clusters highlight DLSS as a key addition that improves both performance and visual sharpness, often paired with new lighting. It is frequently cited alongside DX12 and other upscaling technologies. - Major graphics and lighting upgrade (weight 0.56): Reviewers consistently praise the new graphics engine and enhanced lighting system for making the game look significantly better. This includes improved light and shadow effects that add detail and realism. - Excellent new routes and detail (weight 0.28): Specific new routes such as the German route and Airedale/Wharfedale are highly praised for their detail and visual quality. Players find the route environments incredibly detailed and beautiful. - Accessibility and quality-of-life improvements (weight 0.27): New beginner controls and AI conductors make the game more accessible to new players and reduce micromanagement. Numerous quality-of-life fixes and upgrades are also appreciated. - New graphical settings options for PC (weight 0.27): The addition of new graphical settings, including Epic quality and various upscaling options, is welcomed by PC players. These options allow for greater customization and enjoyment. - Live weather and freight mode (weight 0.24): The addition of real-time weather synchronization and the freight hauler mode are well-received features. They add realism and new gameplay options that players enjoy. - Positive overall reception as train simulator (weight 0.21): The game is seen as a wonderful continuation of the Train Sim World series and the best train simulator available. It looks and runs very well, with fantastic routes, locomotives, and sounds. - ICE 4 train addition praised (weight 0.15): The new ICE 4 train is specifically mentioned as a good addition to the game. Players appreciate its inclusion in the roster. Common complaints: - Poor Performance and Optimization (weight 0.95): Many users report frame drops, stuttering, and general performance issues, especially on certain routes like Nürnberg-Würzburg and Airedale-Wharfedale. Optimization is criticized as poor, with low FPS even on high-end hardware. - Frequent Game Crashes (weight 0.78): Multiple clusters report frequent game crashes to desktop, often occurring during gameplay or at specific points such as station stops or route transitions. These crashes are widely experienced and significantly impact playability. - Unrealistic Physics and Controls (weight 0.66): Users report unrealistic physics, especially for the ICE4 and BR 440, with poor braking behavior and train control issues. Levers and buttons often do not respond correctly. - AI Conductor Bugs and Crashes (weight 0.65): The AI conductor feature is frequently buggy and can cause game crashes, especially on routes like Nürnberg-Würzburg and with the BR 440. Disabling the AI conductor often resolves the crashes, but the feature remains problematic. - Timetable and Route Issues (weight 0.59): Timetable errors, missing timetables for certain trains, and routing problems are reported. Cross-route services are still not possible, and some timetables are unrealistic. - Door and Interaction Bugs (weight 0.59): Various bugs with doors, including doors not closing, door animations not matching, and interaction issues with levers and buttons. Some require workarounds like train resets. - Sound Problems and Inaccuracies (weight 0.58): Sound bugs, incorrect or missing sounds, and audio overlaps are reported. Specific issues include missing LZB sounds on ICE4, incorrect motor sounds, and weak braking sounds compared to real trains. - Lack of Content and Improvements (weight 0.56): Many reviewers feel the game lacks substantial new content and improvements, with only minor updates and DLCs. Core routes and features remain largely unchanged. - Miscellaneous Bugs and Errors (weight 0.49): Other bugs include incorrect headlight mappings, train faults occurring too frequently, and issues with the EBuLa system. These contribute to an overall unpolished experience. - ICE4 AFB and Braking Issues (weight 0.46): The ICE4's AFB system is widely criticized for erratic behavior, including abrupt braking and acceleration, overshooting set speeds, and non-linear braking. These issues make the train difficult to operate. - Unfixed Long-standing Bugs (weight 0.43): Many reviewers note that known bugs and issues have been reported for a long time but remain unfixed, leading to frustration and disappointment. - ICE4 Configuration and Features (weight 0.43): The ICE4 has incorrect powercar configurations and missing features like custom car numbers and LZB sounds. Only certain car versions are available. - Pricing and Value Criticism (weight 0.41): The game and its DLCs are considered overpriced, especially given the bugs and lack of improvements. Some users feel it's not worth the money and plan to request refunds. - Bugs in Training and Tutorials (weight 0.34): Training and tutorial modes have bugs, such as the computer skipping steps or instructions not matching required actions. Some tutorials are broken, preventing progress. - Disappointment with Release Quality (weight 0.34): The game is described as buggy, disappointing, and not worthy of a full release. Many expected more from a new version and feel let down. - AI and Passenger Issues (weight 0.3): AI trains and passengers are criticized for being unrealistic or buggy. Passengers are missing or overly crowded, and AI trains cause performance drops. - UI and HUD Problems (weight 0.3): The user interface and HUD are often criticized for being confusing, outdated, or not syncing with controls. Some elements do not update correctly. - Technical Support and Compatibility (weight 0.27): Issues with NVIDIA support, DLSS not saving performance, and settings not applying correctly are reported. Frame generation is often not implemented. Gameplay feedback: - Train simulation with routes (weight 0.62): Players frequently mention a train simulator with various routes, including new lines, scenarios, timetables, and route selection such as the Leeds branch. It also supports AI Conductor, AFB system, LZB signals, and NVIDIA features. - Live weather system (weight 0.36): The game features a live weather system that uses real-world, location-specific conditions and synchronizes in-game weather with real-time data. This dynamic weather adds realism to the simulation. - Includes ICE 4 and 440 (weight 0.35): The game includes the ICE 4 and 440 trains, with some players noting the ICE 4 is better than the ICE 3. The ICE 4 also comes with an AFB switch. - Freight mode and hauling (weight 0.24): A freight mode allows players to transport freight without schedule constraints, including marshalling, shunting, and moving freight around the railway. This adds variety beyond passenger services. - AI Conductor functionality (weight 0.24): An AI Conductor feature automatically opens doors and can be enabled via Settings > Player Assistance > AI Conductor. It enhances the simulation experience. - Routes: AW, Florida, Nurnberg (weight 0.2): Players mention routes such as AW, Florida, and Nurnberg, including the Nurnberg-Wurzburg route. German and US routes are both featured. - Safety systems configurable (weight 0.11): Safety systems can be enabled by default or configured individually, giving players flexibility in how they operate trains. - Door operation manual/automatic (weight 0.11): The game includes door operation with both manual and automatic closing options, adding realism to station stops. - Timetable services included (weight 0.11): The game features timetable services, allowing players to operate trains according to realistic schedules. - AI guard feature (weight 0.11): An AI guard feature can be turned on, assisting with train operations. It is similar to the AI Conductor but focuses on guard duties. - AI train companion (weight 0.1): The simulator includes an AI train companion and offers complex train simulation elements for experienced players. Performance notes: - Stuttering and frame drops (weight 0.5): Players report stuttering and frame drops in various situations, such as on medium settings, near Würzburg, when trains pass each other, or due to lack of shader precompilation. - Poor performance on Nürnberg-Würzburg route (weight 0.44): The Nürnberg-Würzburg route suffers from frequent crashes and severe frame drops, often dropping to 20-30 FPS or lower. This is a major optimization issue. - Performance generally smooth on capable hardware (weight 0.27): Many players achieve stable frame rates (60+ FPS) on high settings with capable hardware, especially with DLSS or FSR enabled. The game runs very well for some. - EPIC settings require powerful hardware (weight 0.17): The new EPIC graphics settings demand high-end hardware and may need individual adjustment on older systems for certain routes. They can cause frame rate decreases. - Initial stuttering then smooths out (weight 0.15): Several users experience stuttering on first run, but performance improves after shader compilation or initial loading. - Screen flickering issues (weight 0.11): Reports of screen flickering, including overhead lines and distant objects, which can be distracting. Some improvements have been noted. - Performance improvements noted (weight 0.11): Some users report better performance after updates or optimizations, indicating ongoing improvements. - Early access performance varies (weight 0.11): As an early access title, performance is not perfect, with core routes sometimes laggy and occasional drops. - Some performance drops occur (weight 0.1): Occasional performance drops are still reported, though not as severe as other issues. - Visual improvements enhance experience (weight 0.06): New features like higher view distance and better lighting make the game look dreamlike on PC, enhancing the overall experience. - Frame generation option issues (weight 0.06): The frame generation option cannot be enabled for some users, limiting performance gains on supported hardware. - FPS capped by default (weight 0.06): The game's FPS is capped at 62 by default, which may restrict performance on high-refresh-rate monitors. - Vsync adjustment helps performance (weight 0.06): Turning off vsync seems to improve performance slightly for some users. - Specific train performance issues (weight 0.06): The 331 train has buggy performance, impacting gameplay on routes where it is used. Recommendations: - Wait for sale or free update (weight 0.53): Many reviewers suggest waiting for a sale, free update, or for the game to be optimized before purchasing. They believe the current price is too high for the issues present and recommend holding off until the game improves or gets discounted. - Positive recommendations and value (weight 0.43): Some players find the game worth the money, praising graphical improvements and recommending it to train simulation fans. They consider it a good entry point for newcomers and a satisfying experience for existing players. - Mixed or negative recommendations (weight 0.36): Several reviewers express disappointment and do not recommend the game, citing reasons such as the game not being worth the hype, the business model being greedy, or it being a waste of money. Some even plan to request a refund. - Optimization issues hinder recommendation (weight 0.33): Functional problems and poor optimization prevent reviewers from recommending the game at full price. They are willing to change their review once these issues are fixed. - Purchase Deluxe Edition instead (weight 0.12): Reviewers suggest that the Deluxe or Ultimate Edition offers better value, even for those who own many DLCs. They recommend buying these editions over the standard version. - No future purchases planned (weight 0.11): Some players express that they will not buy next year's version due to disappointment with the current release. This indicates a loss of trust in the yearly release model. - Buy DLCs selectively (weight 0.07): Players advise purchasing DLCs individually based on personal taste, especially for those not interested in English or American routes. This approach avoids unnecessary spending. - Free starter pack for TSW6 owners (weight 0.07): Players who own the 6th generation can get the 7th generation starter pack for free on the 16th. This provides an opportunity to try the new content without additional cost. - ICE 4 available elsewhere (weight 0.06): If you want to buy TSW7 only for the ICE 4, reviewers suggest considering Train Sim Classic or third-party add-ons like 3dZug, which offer the same or better content and are modding-friendly. - Beginners should research first (weight 0.06): Newcomers are advised to watch YouTube videos and take it easy to understand the game before diving in. This helps set realistic expectations and improves the learning curve. Other player notes: - New routes and content added (weight 0.59): The update includes three new core routes: Nürnberg-Würzburg, Airedale & Wharfedale, and a US route. The ICE 4 is a notable addition, though not in the Standard Edition. - Graphical enhancements: DX12, DLSS, lighting (weight 0.49): New graphical settings include DX12, DLSS, DLAA, FSR, and enhanced lighting options, with compatibility across DLC. A community modder collaborated on the lighting improvements. - Annual release feels like update (weight 0.4): Many reviewers feel the game is essentially an update to Train Sim World 6 rather than a new entry, with minor differences and reused content. Some consider it just another yearly iteration sold as a new game. - Multiple editions and pricing concerns (weight 0.29): The game is sold in Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate editions, with some reviewers finding the price too high for the content, especially for DLC and when not on sale. The ICE 4 is only in the Deluxe Edition or sold separately. - Deluxe Edition extras and early access (weight 0.25): The Deluxe Edition allows playing five days early and includes exclusive content like the ICE 4 and Class 333. Reviewers note these perks as selling points. - DLC compatibility and transfer (weight 0.24): Almost all DLC from previous versions can be transferred for free, and new graphical features are compatible with all DLC. The upgrade offer for owners of a previous title is limited in time. - Mixed feelings and dissatisfaction (weight 0.21): Some reviewers express dissatisfaction, noting functional and graphical problems, and considering it worse than the predecessor. However, others regard it as one of the best versions to date. - Early access status noted (weight 0.21): Several reviewers mention that the game is in early access, including for pre-orders, and remains so. This affects expectations and perceived completeness. - ICE 4 improvements and limitations (weight 0.2): The ICE 4 is seen as better than the ICE 3 but not groundbreaking, and DLC content for it includes only three scenarios. Some expected features are missing. - Comparison to other simulators (weight 0.19): Reviewers compare the game to SimRail, Running Train, TSC, and 3dZug, noting it is more modding-friendly and better in some aspects. However, some still find it lacking compared to competitors. - Live weather and AI Conductor (weight 0.17): The game features live weather and AI conductor functionality, which are compatible with all DLC. These additions aim to enhance realism and gameplay. - Route quality and selection praised (weight 0.17): The three new routes are considered above average, and the route selection is a significant upgrade from last year. Some reviewers also appreciate the inclusion of local lines. - Various technical settings and optimizations (weight 0.15): Reviewers discuss settings like shader caching, TAA+200% super resolution, and hardware-dependent visual upgrades. These can affect performance and visual quality. - Linux and Steam Deck support (weight 0.15): The game runs on Linux via Proton and supports Steam Deck and Steam Cloud. Reviewers share tips like disabling shader caching for better performance. - AI Conductor crash fixed (weight 0.12): A patch resolved a crashing issue that occurred when the AI conductor mode was enabled. This improved stability for affected players. - Future content and roadmap (weight 0.11): Additional DLC and content like Class 70, Mildmay extension, and ECML South have been announced via a roadmap. Reviewers anticipate these future additions. - Freight and additional features lacking (weight 0.11): Some players wish for more freight opportunities on all routes. The game includes various DLC like Freight Hauler, but freight content is seen as limited. - Community feedback implemented (weight 0.07): Many community suggestions have been incorporated into the game, improving the overall experience. This shows developer responsiveness to player input. - Stuttering on task completion (weight 0.07): Some players report similar stuttering issues on task completion as in Train Sim World 6. This performance concern persists in the new version. - US route is cut short (weight 0.07): The US route, Tri-Rail, is cut at Boca Raton and does not include the full route. This disappoints players expecting the complete line. Emotions: - Frustration (weight 0.47): Players report frequent game crashes during training and at station stops, along with severe performance drops on routes like Nürnberg-Würzburg. Controls such as levers and brakes often fail to respond, and the AFB system constantly toggles or overshoots set speeds, making trains undrivable. Numerous bugs in doors, AI conductor, and sounds further compound the frustration. - Disappointment (weight 0.45): Players feel the game is largely unchanged from previous versions, with minimal graphical improvements and lackluster new content like the ICE 4. Promised features such as an improved AI conductor and live weather are poorly implemented, and base routes are considered mediocre. Many regret purchasing, citing that the game is worse than its predecessor and not worth the money. - Satisfaction (weight 0.27): Many players are pleased with significant graphical improvements, smoother performance (e.g., 100fps at 1440p with DLSS/DX12), and fast loading times. New features like the AI conductor mode, colorblind settings, and the Airedale/Wharfedale route are well-received. The inclusion of community feedback and new trains like the ICE 4 also contributes to satisfaction. - Annoyance (weight 0.1): Annoyances stem from persistent bugs such as stutters during task completion sounds, door lock keys requiring manual removal, and incorrect braking/speed settings on the ICE 4. Other irritants include full trains at termini, overly loud motor sounds in every ICE 4 car, and a headlight button bug on the Tri-Rail Geep. - Anger (weight 0.08): Anger is driven by the game being non-functional for some, with crashes across multiple equipment types and severe frame drops near Nuremberg/Würzburg. Players feel ripped off by the annual release being sold as a new game when it's essentially an update, and the ICE 4 offering only three scenarios for its price. - Enjoyment (weight 0.06): Players enjoy driving trains in TSW 7, citing massive graphical improvements and better sounds. The Airedale/Wharfedale routes, new quality-of-life features, and the ICE 4 contribute to fun gameplay. The detailed Yorkshire route and functional safety systems also enhance the experience. - Hope (weight 0.05): Players hope for a hotfix to address smaller menu errors and that the game will improve in the future. This emotion is based on wishes for better performance and bug fixes, indicating optimism for post-launch support. - Excitement (weight 0.05): Excitement is fueled by new features like Epic settings, DLSS/DLAA, and the graphics overhaul with enhanced lighting. The Freight Hauler mode with randomly generated freight gameplay and anticipation for future content also generate enthusiasm. The new route selection adds to the excitement. - Relief (weight 0.05): Relief comes from the game no longer crashing with the guard on after a patch, and the addition of beginner controls that make the game less intimidating. Some also feel relief after following a support tip that resolved issues. - Appreciation (weight 0.02): Appreciation is expressed for the big facelift in graphics and UI, as well as quality-of-life fixes. Running the route back-to-back on both versions highlighted the differences, leading to greater appreciation. - Boredom (weight 0.02): Boredom arises from driving the same route repeatedly, indicating a lack of variety or replayability in certain scenarios. - Awe (weight 0.02): Awe is inspired by the incredible graphics on the Leeds branch, showcasing the visual fidelity of the game. - Admiration (weight 0.02): Admiration is directed at the developer's passion and overall presentation, as well as quality-of-life fixes, graphics improvements, and the UK core route. - Acceptance (weight 0.02): Acceptance is characterized by acknowledging familiar faults but still finding the game enjoyable despite its issues. - Pleasure (weight 0.02): Pleasure is derived from new graphical settings and immersive lines, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. - Helplessness (weight 0.02): Helplessness is felt when unable to drive any train, likely due to technical issues or bugs preventing operation. - Dislike (weight 0.02): Dislike is specifically about the UI design, which is described as dull grey with vibrant red/orange colors. - Mild frustration (weight 0.02): Mild frustration is caused by occasional stutters and the lack of frame generation support, which are minor but noticeable issues. - Amazement (weight 0.02): Amazement results from the mind-blowing visual upgrade from the previous entry, with DLSS removing popups, shadow creep, and blurred lines. - Caution (weight 0.02): Caution is advised due to launch bugs in new modes and issues with new routes and locomotives, suggesting players should be wary of potential problems.}