A new route Add-on is being released for Train Sim World on 19th March with the launch of The London Overground Suffragette line from Gospel Oak to Barking Riverside.
Originally known as the ‘GOBLIN' line, it was rebranded last month in recognition of how the early 20th-century working-class movement in the East End, paved the way for women's rights.
This latest Add-on for Train Sim World has scenery that is typical of the built-up areas through which the line passes, including densely populated residential areas.
Suitable lighting effects recreate the suburban atmosphere after sunset.
There are two distinctive stations, with Barking being a large station that is an interchange with mainline routes, while Barking Riverside is a brand-new station for a riverside area being developed.
In addition to the standard route maps, 25 Goblins are hidden around the route, in reference to the line's informal name. Some are a little more challenging than typical route collectables as they have been placed in some difficult-to-find locations.
The Add-on's trains feature the Class 710 Aventra which was introduced in 2019, and are similar to the Class 345 units on the Elizabeth Line, and come complete with relevant signage, passenger information systems, and the seats' distinctive moquette.
The cab is dominated by screens instead of analogue dials, and window blinds are operated by a switch rather than by hand.
As with the Thameslink Class 700 Add-on, the Class 710 supports dual-voltage functionality for use on routes with third-rail electricity in Free Roam.
Most AI traffic is formed of additional Class 710 London Overground services on parts of other Overground lines running over or joining with the Suffragette line, including a short section of the Lea Valley Cheshunt to Enfield Town Line that crosses the line.
Different scenarios feature various special events so that players have to negotiate specific operations such as Hallowe'en and Bonfire Night, busy football fixtures, and weather-related disruption.
With up to four trains per hour running along the line, there are 154 playable services, and a total of over 1,000 services when AI and layers from other pieces of content are factored in. Timekeeping and stopping points will be important as trains only just fit in some platforms.
Train Sim World 4: London Overground Suffragette line: Gospel Oak – Barking Riverside route Add-on will be available from Epic Games Store, and Steam from 19th March for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 at £24.99/€29.99/$29.99. A preview of the new release will be broadcast by Railfan TV on Twitch and YouTube at 19:00 UTC on 14th March 14th.
