2026-09-01 16:48 UTC · Community Announcements · alex135015
You can learn more about the update in our articles, Part 1 and Part 2🕹️ Game - Passenger information system - Added a passenger information system for multiple-unit rolling stock - \https://docs.zdsimulator.com/locomotives/overview.uk/#informator](https://docs.zdsimulator.com/locomotives/overview.uk/#informator) - Added support for TWS passenger information sounds (WAV only) - Added the Steam tag `#informator`- Sound - Updated the OpenAL sound system - Added the Doppler effect - Added muffling of external sounds inside the cab - Each sound source now creates an independent sound instance -
2026-03-13 18:32 UTC · Community Announcements · alex135015
GameAdded a 3D input control system. Beta mode for CS7 onlyTrain camera update: smooth panning added. Cyclic panning disabled. Start and end keys assigned. Height reduced. Orientation added for side panningFree camera movement speed is controlled by Ctrl+ScrollTime rewind command changed to Ctrl+Alt+UpIn 3D control mode, the down arrow key resets the zoomTo toggle the yellow control highlight, hold down the Ctrl key and press Alt onceAdded F6 as an additional camera switch key for laptopsImproved graph display visualisation (enhanced quality and subtle background dimming)Added snow and rain sw
2025-12-31 17:10 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
Hello everyone! We wish you a happy New Year holidays! 🎄🚆 We are happy to present a major New Year update that covers several key directions of the project’s development at once — from multiplayer and updated rolling stock to new content, tools, and overall optimization. In this article, you will find a detailed overview of the changes, including the updated multiplayer server with support for shunting operations and side tracks, improved locomotive logic, reworked sounds, new content, bug fixes, and technical improvements aimed at increasing the game’s stability and performance. Multiplayer
2025-12-24 14:33 UTC · Community Announcements · SuperArchi
🕹️ GameFixed joystick animation for 2EL4 and 2ES4Updated fonts and gauge needles for TEP70bsFixed TEP70 diesel sounds2EL4 added to multiplayerAdded temporary New Year decorationsAdded notification for shunting modeAdded train length and weight to the interfaceMVP updateMade MVP consist only through consist editorFixed train weight and MVP calculationAdded Spanish languageHolding Shift now speeds up zoomHolding Shift speeds up, and Ctrl slows down movement in the cabED2t, ED4m, ED9m added to multiplayer mode🚆 ContentAdded ability to rename a scenarioAdded station list editorFixed static objec
2025-12-12 12:55 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
GameNew features and improvementsAdded support for new locomotives: VL80k, 2EL4, ED2t, 2ES4kSupport for the new VL82m locomotive modelUpdated VL11m locomotive modelNew cabin lamps for VL82mNew buttons in 2ES4kUpdated fonts on locomotive instrumentsUpdated camera behavior and window open buttonShift + / always returns to the cabAdded mirror and RB customizationAdded a link to locomotive documentation in the pause menuAdded scenario editing button to the launcher (Content Editor)Added volume level controls to the launcherSound (global overhaul)All sounds are converted to 3D soundUpdated sound vo
2025-10-02 19:29 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
New Launcher improved interface route and locomotive previews individual preview for repaints previews loading from Workshop descriptions for routes and scenarios view schedules, time, and stops in scenarios support for new multiplayer preview of wagons and consists ability to edit consists via consist editor ability to set starting weather quick links to DLC list and Workshop in-game loading of content directly from the editor file origin hints: game, workshop, or editor settings to ignore content from editor or workshop added Japanese language (launcher only, game does not support hieroglyph
2025-08-13 11:43 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
🕹️ Game Added free external camera (fly using ←, →, ↑, ↓ keys; sensitivity (flight speed) is adjusted with the mouse wheel) Updated camera tips: in external camera mode, ↓ key sets the camera to the locomotive Added view distance setting (in the launcher you can set the desired draw distance with additional parameters) Added flickering of VL80T cab lights during traction position changes Oncoming train blinks its bright headlight if ours dazzles it with bright light Updated coordinates of oncoming train headlights (match real positioning) Added different screeching sounds for curves and switc
2025-07-24 16:02 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
Gameplay 3D sound effects added Improved sound in curves Added sound when pantograph breaks Fixed issues in locomotive electrical schemes Added passing train sound Fixed external camera randomly turning off Custom wiper support: if wiper.dmd exists in the loco folder, it is used; otherwise, default Custom wheelset support: simulator looks for WheelSet.dmd; if missing, uses default Fixed frozen traffic wagons when deleted Fixed save file placement issue Simulator now applies 4GB patch automatically Content Updated VL80T model Added custom pantograph to VL80T Opening window added to VL80T EPT in
2025-06-22 16:10 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
🛒 SteamSteam Workshop access now available🕹️ GameAdded support for Steam Workshop contentRed‑Yellow‑White signal now limits speed to 60 km/hAdjusted pantograph raise speed on CHS series locomotivesAdded electric arc sound on neutral sectionsAdded support for custom pantographsCustom pantograph and flash effect on CHS4PONAB (overheated axleboxes) indicator visible at nightSmoothed wagon movement along track gradientAdded autumn textures and seasonal sun position changesCamera can now move along the train exterior using ← → keysAdded wagon clack sound every 800 mProfile tooltip shifts up/down
2025-05-30 14:33 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
Added external camera mode Fixed the CHS4 fan control relay bug Fixed speed limit sign overlay on profile Removed failures in easy mode from automatic scenarios and multiplayer Added random vigilance handle selection Added CHS8 compressor vibration CHS4 and CHS4KVR: fixed stabilizer and battery currents CHS4: added right window opening Added pantograph raising and lowering sounds Added carriage sounds when the window is open In AUTO scenarios: added random diversion to branch tracks Improved compressor pressure relay logic: compressor starts earlier when using the whistle or horn CHS7: fixed S
2025-05-16 16:11 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
Added brake friction sound variation depending on speed Improved CHS7 compressor sound and added shaking of the pressure gauge needle during operation Added the ability to use individual cabin locomotive signal light models for each locomotive Increased visibility distance for large objects Added locomotive signal RED and Yellow and White light Added support for CHS4 (original) locomotive Added 40 km/h speed limit for branch tracks Removed locomotive malfunctions in Easy mode in AUTO scenarios Improved rearview mirrors Fixed other minor bugs
2025-04-30 10:00 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
What's new in 56.2: Added sound for the vigilance button Smoothed startup sound for CHS8 compressors Fixed: CHS7 compressor speed Fixed: TEP70 would not start Added horn transmission in multiplayer
2025-04-22 11:22 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
Update Improved stability, signaling, and scenarios This update enhances game stability, adds support for new signals, updates scenarios, and improves multiplayer functionality. Buffer light behavior has also been fixed General Improved stability, bug and crash fixes Added more debugging data Locomotives Fixed buffer light behavior on ChS4T Added buffer lights for 2M62 Multiplayer Fixed signaling logic when moving in reverse Implemented whistle sound transmission from oncoming trains Scenarios – fixes and improvements Kyiv — Myrhorod (Train 74) Kyiv — Zhmerynka (Train 6001) Kyiv — Shevchenko (
2025-04-18 10:51 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
ZDSimulator is more than just a game — it’s a true train driver simulator with Ukrainian roots, now officially on Steam! Here’s what’s new: 🔹 Steam integration — automatic updates, easy installation, access to DLC 🔹 Reworked multiplayer — drive in real-time with your friends 🔹 Updated launcher — now more stable and user-friendly 🔹 Extended localization — French, German, Polish, and Kazakh added 🔹 Improved sound — better sound quality and effects 🔹 New and updated routes and scenarios: • Kyiv–Zhmerynka – 23 scenarios • Kyiv–Myrhorod – 3 scenarios • Kyiv–Shepetivka – 1 scenario • Kyiv–T. S
2025-04-17 19:40 UTC · Community Announcements · chaker
ZDSimulator is a simulator that doesn't just imitate train movement — it teaches you how to drive like in real life. Originally developed as a training tool for locomotive engineers, it’s now a rich experience for railway enthusiasts. Take control of freight and passenger trains, complete realistic scenarios, and explore actual routes from Kyiv to the Carpathians and beyond. 🔧 Experience every switch and lever in the cab 📍 Drive over 3,000 km of real Ukrainian railway tracks 🎮 Play multiplayer — with other drivers or as a dispatcher 💥 Create emergencies and learn how to overcome them ZDSim
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