81
Not for everyone, but rail buffs will absolutely love it. Where other train simulations have attempted to recreate a model railroading experience, this one is designed to give you a taste of the real thing.
83
The great graphics and sound enhance the realism already set forth in the engine (no pun intended). If you like trains at all, pick up Train Simulator.
90
MTS will provide hours of deeply immersive entertainment. Those not seeking that experience are gently urged to look elsewhere.
10
[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]
Microsoft Train Simulator
Released On:
May 31, 2001
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Generally Favorable
84
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Generally Favorable
7.9
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I don't care how it was done, but the results are simply breathtaking.
90
MTS will provide hours of deeply immersive entertainment. Those not seeking that experience are gently urged to look elsewhere.
85
This game rocks along the rails, providing a very close experience to the actual experience of riding or working for a railroad. From traversing the mountain passes to rolling along scenic coastlines, this is a wonderful outing.
82
A finely crafted, meticulous, and often beautiful re-creation of some very colorful trains and railways, with depth to satisfy a hard-core player and simplicity that lets you just enjoy the ride.
81
Not for everyone, but rail buffs will absolutely love it. Where other train simulations have attempted to recreate a model railroading experience, this one is designed to give you a taste of the real thing.
80
The physics model of Train Simulator is quite simply dead-on. Your biggest enemy is derailment. There are all sorts of ways to derail a train when you drive it badly.
60
There are some nice stretches of track to travel on and plenty of things to do along the way, but several of the activities are downright dull, while others are marred by questionable design decisions such as lengthy stops and the excessive use of temporary speed limits in the most boring parts of a track.
SummaryTake control of three engine types -- the electric-powered Acela HHP-8, the diesel Dash-9, and the steam-driven Flying Scotsman -- on a variety of real-life routes, including Japan's Kyushu and Shinjuku-Hakone lines, the US?s Northeast Corridor and Marias Pass, and Europe?s Settle & Carlisle and Orient Express.
Rated Efor Everyone
Platforms:
- PC
Initial Release Date:May 31, 2001
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