- The first diesel has arrived! BR 285 DLC out now with a launch discount! - 30 September 2026
Dear RailFans,The SimRail: BR 285 DLC is available right now!Every locomotive in SimRail so far has had one thing in common: cut the overhead line and the journey ends. The BR 285 changes that equation. It carries a 16-cylinder, 65-litre diesel engine producing 2200 kW (3000 hp), which drives a generator feeding the electric traction motors in the bogies. You get the familiar TRAXX handling, now with a power plant that answers to you rather than to the wire above.What that means behind the controls: the same starting tractive effort as the electric E186, enough for a 3000-tonne train from a standstill, a top speed of 140 km/h, and a 4000-litre tank that keeps you running far beyond the nearest refuelling point. Heavy tank trains and long block freight are exactly the duties this machine was built for.To celebrate the premiere, the BR 285 DLC is available with a 10% launch discount. The…
- SimRail Update 30.09.2026: the free Kutno - Łowicz route is here! - 30 September 2026
You asked for it, so we built it. The 45 km section between Kutno and Łowicz is now part of the Łódź North Region DLC, and every owner of the DLC gets it at no extra cost. It closes the gap in the network and lets you run across the whole region without a break.Alongside the new route, this update brings fixes and additions across the whole game. Full changelog below.MULTIPLAYERFixed the virtual dispatcher failing to set the entry route to Głowno for passenger trains when track no. 2 was occupiedFixed interlocking server stutter when releasing routesBlocked AI trains from running on the left-hand track from Bełchów to Łowicz GłównySTOCKE186-941 and 942: fixed blue parts on the roofEU43-001, 002, 005: fixed sharp blue/yellow edge at cab 2EU07: fixed headlight switching when turning the knob quicklyDragon2: fixed motor no. 3 temperature indicationCD163: fixed the ED brake switch in the en…
- SimRail goes diesel! BR 285 DLC releases September 30 - 21 September 2026
Dear RailFans, On September 30, the SimRail: BR 285 DLC pulls into the station, and with it comes something SimRail has never had before: a diesel locomotive.Until now, every locomotive in SimRail has depended on the overhead line. The BR 285 changes that. It carries its own power plant on board, so for the first time you'll be driving a machine where the energy comes from the engine behind your back, not from the wire above.A TRAXX with its own heartThe BR 285 is a four-axle diesel-electric locomotive from the Bombardier TRAXX family, the diesel counterpart of the Traxx E186 you already know from the game. Under the hood sits a 16-cylinder, 65-litre engine rated at 2200 kW (3000 hp). It drives a generator that supplies current to the electric traction motors on the bogies. In practice this means the familiar TRAXX driving experience, with the added dimension of managing a diesel engine…
- Kutno - Łowicz joins Łódź North Region - 28 August 2026
New free route for Łódź North Region DLC owners, arriving in mid-September!You asked for it, so it is on the way! The 45 km route between Kutno and Łowicz is coming to the Łódź North Region DLC. All DLC owners will get the new route for free.It closes the gap in the Łódź North Region network and gives you a continuous run across the whole area. It is also a section we expect you will be using a lot in the years ahead.See you on the line!The SimRail Team
- SimRail Update - 21.08.2026 - 21 August 2026
Dear Players, Today we're releasing another SimRail update, a maintenance one this time, focused on fixes reported by you after the launch of the Łódź North Region DLC. Most of the work went into the Łódź region sceneries: collisions, missing objects, snow left in places it shouldn't be, and a number of small details around platforms, elevators and roads. We've also fixed several multiplayer issues, including the duplicated S103 signal in the Łowicz Główny panel and the detection of the controlling station on additional posts. The misrouted train system now checks the second station as well, which should put an end to trains being sent to the wrong lines around Łowicz. The 36WEd received a batch of fixes too, and two achievements that refused to unlock are now working as intended. Thank you for every report, please keep them coming. Below you'll find the full list of changes. MULTIPLAYE…
- Łódź North Region DLC is out now! - 13 August 2026
Dear RailFans, The Łódź North Region DLC is now available. It brings 140 km of new routes across two demanding single-track lines: Kutno - Zgierz and Zgierz - Łowicz, with junction stations, historic station buildings, and passing loops where one late train can cascade delays down the entire line. Whether you take the cab or the dispatcher's panel, this one is all about traffic planning under pressure.We're not slowing down!We're already working on our next route, this time leaving the Łódź region behind, as well as another new train.There's plenty more to come, so keep an eye on our upcoming posts. We'll be sharing more details and updates soon.Alongside the DLC, we're also rolling out an update with new rolling stock, scenery work, and a batch of fixes. Full changelog below.ChangelogMultiplayerUpdated timetable for the Łódź North Region DLCUpdated train compositionsStockFixes for the…
- Łódź North Region Arrives 13 August! - 6 August 2026
Dear RailFans,Mark your calendars, because a brand-new routes are coming to SimRail on 13 August 2026!Get ready for 140 km of brand-new routes across the northern lines of the Łódź region. Take on two distinct single-track lines from Kutno through Zgierz to Łowicz, master the art of timing at passing loops, and feel the pressure of keeping every train on schedule, whether you're in the driver's cab or at the dispatcher's panel.140 km of faithfully recreated tracksJunction stations Kutno, Zgierz and ŁowiczSingleplayer and multiplayerConnects to your existing routes around Łódź and the line to WarsawDon't wait until launch day, add Łódź North Region to your Wishlist now to be notified the moment it goes live, and be among the first on the new tracks!See you on 13 August!The SimRail Team
- Next stop: Łódź North Region! - 30 July 2026
Dear RailFans,A brand-new route is coming to SimRail - The Railway Simulator!We're thrilled to announce the upcoming Łódź North Region DLC, bringing you 140 km of faithfully recreated tracks across the northern lines of the region.The DLC brings two brand-new single-track routes, each with its own distinct character. The first runs from the Kutno junction through picturesque Witonia and historic Łęczyca all the way to Zgierz, the official gateway to the Łódź Railway Junction. The second heads from Zgierz north to Łowicz, where small stations with just a single passing track become a true test of traffic management, one delay can block an oncoming train and send disruptions cascading across the entire line.Along the way you'll pass atmospheric stops and historic station buildings in Witonia, Łęczyca, Ozorków and Grotniki, before arriving at Łowicz, a major junction where the single-track…
- SimRail Update - 17.04.2026 - 16 April 2026
Dear Players,As promised, today we're releasing another SimRail update, introducing a very important improvement – mipmap (texture) streaming. 😎🚂This feature allows you to reduce graphics card memory (VRAM) usage while simultaneously increasing the resolution of close-up textures on low-end hardware. 💻🕹️The new option is enabled by default and replaces the previous texture resolution selection – if you experience issues or performance drops, you can disable it in the settings and revert to the old settings. We'd appreciate your feedback on this matter. 👨🔧We've also improved daylight by adding sun reflections from the ground, in preparation for the introduction of Screen Space Global Illumination. 🛤️Shadow resolution has also been increased at high graphics settings, and the shadow draw distance has been slightly extended at ultra settings. 🏡Cheers!SimRail Team
- SimRail Update - 09.04.2026 - 9 April 2026
Dear Players,Today we released a small update to the base game that fixes more bugs you reported. Thank you for your support and bug reports! The full changelog is available at:https://forum.simrail.eu/topic/12621-update-08042026/In the next update, we are going to add, among other things, support for texture streaming, which will reduce the VRAM memory consumption of the graphics card.Cheers!SimRail Team
- SimRail Update - 27.03.2026 - 26 March 2026
Dear Players,Today we released an update to the base version of SimRail and the latest DLCsWe've fixed many annoying bugs and improved the save game, among other things. We'd also like to welcome a new partner of the game – NEWAG from Nowy Sącz, a leading Polish rail vehicle manufacturer. You'll now find their logos on the updated Impuls 2 EMU model. Thank you for your trust, and welcome aboard! A full list of fixes is available on our forum:https://forum.simrail.eu/topic/12562-update-26032026/Cheers!SimRail Team
- Patch 28.02.2026 - 28 February 2026
STOCK Impuls II: Fixed Horn High/Low lever Impuls II: Fixed hotkey for changing light dimming Impuls II: Fixed corridor lighting switch Impuls II: Added the ability to insert Pc2 signs Impuls II: Fixed centrifugal force Fixed CD163 and Impuls II pantographs SCENERY Fixed required DLC for new scenarios DISPATCHER Fixed spawn at Baby Fixed spawn at Skierniewice Fixed telephone at Rokiciny OTHER Fixed an issue that caused incorrect, extremely high penalties for speeding violations
- SimRail Łódź Junction route + Impuls 2 EMU DLC launch - 26 February 2026
Dear RailFans The long-awaited new route & train has just arrived at the final station!Drive the modern Impuls 2 electric multiple unit in SimRail!A highly detailed, fully interactive regional train with realistic physics, a modern cabin, and an authentic passenger interior – perfect for commuter and regional services.Along with the new EMU, we warmly welcome aboard the "Łódzka Kolej Aglomeracyjna" railway Operator, whose livery the train shares. You'll also have the opportunity to ride the routes used daily by this ŁKA - thanks to Łódź Junction DLC.The route offers varied and challenging gameplay on over 100 km of lines leading towards Piotrków Trybunalski, Sieradz and Zduńska Wola. Players will operate regional and long-distance passenger services on busy main lines, in suburban areas and in open countryside, all under realistic timetable pressure.Take control of trains on busy main l…
- SimRail CD 163 Series DLC launch - 25 January 2026
Dear RailFans Today is a very important day! The long-awaited SimRail: CD 163 Series DLC has just arrived at the final station!The ČD 163 “Peršing” DLC brings one of Central Europe’s most iconic electric locomotives to SimRail. Designed for players who appreciate classic railway engineering, this locomotive offers a rewarding driving experience focused on smooth power control, precise braking and immersion.Faithfully recreated with a fully interactive cab, realistic traction behavior and authentic audio, the ČD 163 captures the unmistakable character of a locomotive that served for decades in regular operation with České Dráhy. Equally at home on passenger duties and freight services, “Peršing” is a versatile addition to any SimRail collection and a perfect choice for drivers who value realism and atmosphere.Don't miss it!SimRail Team
- SimRail Update - 22.01.2026 - 22 January 2026
Dear Players,We're just getting started on a very exciting weekend! Today we're releasing a game update containing numerous improvements, fixes, and new features you've been asking for—including save games (still in beta stage).Inside you will find new: vehicles suspension vegetation & lighting motion blur modernized single player scenarios game saves* higher performance & more. Additionally, the mission editor and Steam Workshop have been unlocked - now you can share your scenarios with other players!Full changelog is available on our forum: https://forum.simrail.eu/topic/11951-update-22012026/Coming Sunday, we'll release a new DLC too – the CD 163 locomotive!Jump on board with us and don't miss any new features!And as always - we will be very grateful for all feedback and reported bugs! Cheers!SimRail Team* - game saves are still in beta stage. It will be possible to load saves from t…
- SimRail Update Beta - 14.01.2026 - 14 January 2026
Dear Players,We have just released new SimRail **beta version **on Steam! You can check it out by switching branch in Steam game settings to __next_sp__.Inside you will find new: vehicles suspension vegetation motion blur modernized single player scenarios game saves higher performance & more. **This build will not contain multiplayer mode.**Changelog is available on forum: https://forum.simrail.eu/topic/11832-update-next-14012026/And as always - we will be very grateful for all feedback and reported bugs! Cheers!SimRail Team
- SimRail Christmas Roadmap - 23 December 2025
The entire SimRail & SimKol team wishes you a Merry Christmas. We remind you that the Steam Winter Sale is ongoing, where you can purchase SimRail and all DLCs for 35% off. Santa Claus brought some news about the upcoming new releases. January: DLC 163 series locomotive release & big core game update SimRail launch on Xbox Series X/S (6.01 pre-order, 13.01 release) February: New route launch - Łódź Voivodeship DLC and new EMU train (model to be announced soon )Stay tuned.
- Patch 16.09.2025 - 17 September 2025
STOCK ED250: body surface smoothed (missing in the last update) Fixed angular characteristic of light source of headlights - better range and visibility Better visibility of head- and tail lights from far away Fixed desynchronization of channel selector in Radmor device's when changing a radio channel in LUA (#4071) Fixed headlight effect in the fog 4E: added control circuits to resistors relays according to 303E scheme for vehicles with halogen headlights (gray cabin) 4E: fixed instrument lights supplied by battery/converter 4E: fixed control of second cabin light with the switch 4E: fixed disabling of radio in the second vehicle in multiple operation 4E: fixed 12th drive position (#3829) Removed redundant textures from models E6ACTa-014, 027 i EN76-022 Fixed bug with ETCS L2 applying emergency braking when starting mission and exiting station to ABS and passing balise with speed above…
- Patch 14.06.2025 - 14 June 2025
MULTIPLAYER The departure signal (buzzer) has been synchronised in the EN57. Some fixes have been made regarding the spawning of trains on servers. Optimisation and smoother operation for voice chat. Server optimisation and fixes. STOCK ED250: Straightened the walls of the chassis. Fixed (cut) decals in the EN57-919. Fixed painted texture of TRAXX cab unit. Fixed the texture of the headlights in the EN57. Fixed the binding of the cab light switches in the EU07. Fixed the binding of the cab light switches in Dragon2 for the second cabin. SCENERY The crashing windscreen at some level crossings has been fixed. Corrected an error regarding trains leaving Płyćwia at signals F and G travelling in the wrong direction. DISPATCHER Added separate sound about free track for a train from AI Removed notificitation about leaving game area when leaving CCTV SINGLEPLAYER LUA: added the ability to set t…
- Patch 06.05.2025 - 8 May 2025
MULTIPLAYER Fixed passengers - they should not float and bug around Some fixed in timetables STOCK Fixed ET25/Dragon disappearing radio SCENERY Fixes in Łódź - Warszawa scenery regarding vegetation, collision with objects, signs and missing buildings Added 50 and 40 km/h speed limit at Rogów station
