Train Sim World 6 (2025)

Embark on your next journey and discover the joy of train simulation. Be ready for anything as you master formidable trains across 3 new routes. Unlock new skills and expand your hobby - Expect the Unexpected in Train Sim World 6!

Simulator Strategy Sandbox Educational train simulator vehicle simulation trains immersive simXbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One

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CompletexboxJordan CampbellOct 202590/100
Dovetail Games has made significant strides forward in Train Sim World 6. It is refreshing to see them experimenting with how trains run along routes. Having random events added this year made me feel like I was in the cab, having signal delays, temporary speed restrictions, and even rescuing trains from the Dawlish Sea Wall are part and parcel of what we may have to do on a tough day. Whether you’re a driver, conductor or even a dispatcher in TSW6, the game feels more true to life than it ever has. It’s not just about driving trains anymore; it’s about living the railway. The changes the development team has made have introduced more immersion, unpredictability and the familiar polished product we are used to.
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WayTooManyGamesAaron PriceJan 20268/10
While Train Sim World 6 is technically sold as a new game, the same way most sports games are, it’s more of an update. After playing the most recent Madden though, it’s clear how much more love and effort is put into Train Sim World each year to bring quality improvements from every aspect, making this update heavily recommended.
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Loot Level ChillKieran SinghOct 20258/10
Whether you want to switch the HUD off and live out your wildest train driver fantasies or just unwind and take photographs, Train Sim World 6 welcomes every type of enthusiast with open arms.
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NoobFeedMaisie ScottSep 202555/100
Train Sim World 6 embodies evolution more than revolution. Dovetail Games has layered meaningful features onto its established foundation: dynamic events, real voice announcements, and expanded routes that span three continents. The game does a great job of recreating the unpredictable rhythms of real trains, using missed signals, late arrivals, and sudden restrictions to make stories.
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Thumb CultureOct 20253/5 stars
Train Sim World 6 may not lay new rails, but it keeps the journey running smoothly. The new random events and station announcements deepen immersion, while the visuals and audio remain among the best in class. Returning players gain the most from their existing content, but newcomers like me face a bare-bones experience that feels restrictive without extra investment. Dovetail Games shows that familiarity can still deliver a strong experience when executed well, but based on my time with the game, I have to award it the Thumb Culture Silver Award.
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About the game

Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One
Developer: Dovetail Games
Publisher: Dovetail Games
Released: September 30, 2025
Modes: Single player
Perspective: First person
Engine: Unreal Engine 4
Time to beat: 146 h rushed · 600 h main story · 10000 h completionist

IGDB rating 6.5/10 from 7 ratings.

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