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Started by RRrich , Dec 09 2008 02:47 PM

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#1 RRrich

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Posted 09 December 2008 - 02:47 PM

I understand that Microsoft Train Simulator is a train driving simulator - and now that I am retired, perhaps I'll start a second career as a train engineer :unsure:

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I searched Amazon and found

Train Simulator - jc by Microsoft (Sep 21, 2004) (Windows 2000 / NT)
Buy new: $9.99

MICROSOFT TRAIN SIMULATOR by XPLOSIV (Windows 2000 / 95 / 98 / XP)
Buy new: $19.95 $18.95

Train Simulator by Microsoft (Jun 7, 2001) (Windows 2000 / 95 / 98 / Me)
Buy new: $22.49

Anyone know the differences?

Also is the Sybex book worth getting?

Edited by RRrich, 09 December 2008 - 03:24 PM.

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Posted 09 December 2008 - 02:49 PM

one might be the orignal and one might be the 2nd edition which has more locos in it
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Posted 09 December 2008 - 02:53 PM

The second edition is not out yet its going to be out some time of next year with no date set. MSTS is now 10 dollars thats for the original game. There are dozens of expansion packs all of which run for more then the cost of the game. So it is understandable that there are different prices you want the one by Microsoft .
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Posted 09 December 2008 - 04:08 PM

Here is a neat item for the die hard MSTS fans. www.raildriver.com Looks like it could be fun. Too expensive for me, maybe will find one on Ebay
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Posted 09 December 2008 - 04:24 PM

I would wait and buy Microsoft Train Simulator next year when the new Microsoft Train Simulator 2 releases. You can check out their official site here: http://www.tsinsider.com/

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Posted 09 December 2008 - 07:38 PM

I would wait and buy Microsoft Train Simulator next year when the new Microsoft Train Simulator 2 releases. You can check out their official site here: http://www.tsinsider.com/


Since its only $10 on Amazon, I don't see waiting :rolleyes:

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Posted 09 December 2008 - 09:00 PM

I would wait and buy Microsoft Train Simulator next year when the new Microsoft Train Simulator 2 releases. You can check out their official site here: http://www.tsinsider.com/


Wow, thanks for that - last I heard, this game had been shelved indefinitely! Glad it's back on. It looks great.

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Posted 11 December 2008 - 10:29 PM

My understanding is TS2 is due in December of 2009.
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Posted 12 January 2009 - 05:37 AM

My understanding is TS2 is due in December of 2009.


That's far too long to wait. I'd have to say if MSTS is only $10 then snap that up straight away.

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Posted 10 February 2009 - 10:23 AM

I also think tehere are dozens of expansion packs all of which run for more then the cost of the game. So it is understandable that there are different prices you want the one by Microsoft .
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Posted 14 February 2009 - 03:53 PM

The second edition is not out yet its going to be out some time of next year with no date set. MSTS is now 10 dollars thats for the original game. There are dozens of expansion packs all of which run for more then the cost of the game. So it is understandable that there are different prices you want the one by Microsoft .


theres 2 versions of MSTS 1 you got the orignal and theres a 2nd edition of MSTS 1 with 2 new locos and stuff.
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Posted 14 February 2009 - 03:54 PM

My understanding is TS2 is due in December of 2009.


not sense MS closed the graphics department.
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Posted 14 February 2009 - 04:17 PM

What equipment does MTS 1's updated version include? Any Amtrak stuff?

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Posted 17 February 2009 - 09:15 PM

What equipment does MTS 1's updated version include? Any Amtrak stuff?

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both versions have the amtrak acela and HHP-8 that you can drive. the updated game contains

2 new locomotives and 7 new rolling stock and more


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Posted 02 May 2009 - 11:51 PM

anyone have any sites where I can get tips on how to play this. I'm confused like whoa.
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Posted 09 May 2009 - 03:36 PM

anyone have any sites where I can get tips on how to play this. I'm confused like whoa.


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