Train Simulator: NEC: New York-New Haven Route Add-On
- April 10, 2014
- Dovetail Games
The sprawling Big Apple and the bustling city of New Haven come together in the exciting new NEC: New York-New Haven route for Train Simulator, featuring many of New York’s famous landmarks and advanced signalling throughout. Joining the USA’s most populated city, New York, to Connecticut’s second largest city, New Haven, the original line was completed in 1849; classic American steam trains were…
Reviews
Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews
story1 positive mentions
- The route features beautiful graphics and well-modeled scenery, providing an immersive experience of New York.
- It is a great route for running various Amtrak services and is compatible with Metro North rolling stock, making it valuable for fans of the Northeast Corridor.
- The route offers a good amount of length and includes cab signaling, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- The route suffers from significant bugs, including an issue that causes trains to go into emergency braking, making it unplayable for some users.
- There is a lack of detailed scenarios and content, with some players feeling that the route is overpriced for what it offers.
- The advertised features, such as the Harlem Line and Grand Central Terminal, are not present in the game, leading to disappointment and claims of misleading marketing.
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story begins in a metro station, leading players through a visually stunning depiction of New York as they cross a bridge, setting the stage for a series of well-executed missions.
“In the first mission, you start in a metro station, and as you leave the tunnels, you can see a beautiful New York as you cross a bridge.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, particularly for a train simulation game, with smooth visuals that enhance the overall experience.
“The graphics are impressive, providing a smooth and immersive experience during train operations.”
“The visuals are stunning, enhancing the overall realism of the train simulation.”
“The attention to detail in the graphics truly brings the train environment to life.”
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