2. New since previous version of Open Rails

A summary of the new and improved features can be found below. In addition, a number of minor bugs have been fixed in this release.

Please keep reporting bugs and suggesting new features so Open Rails can continue to improve.

2.1. What’s been added

• detailed map which tracks player train

• self-installing content

• new rolling stock lighting controls, including horn-activated flashing lights

• partial turntables

• cab controls operated remotely from a tablet or control desk

• animations for cab windows

• options to configure RailDriver

• more accurate wheelslip using Polach adhesion

• duplex and booster steam engines (e.g. T1 class)

• cloud-free skies

• sounds conditional on season, weather and time of day

• more air and dynamic brake options for locos

• mouse control for scripted brake controllers

2.2. What’s been improved

• sky, sunrise and sunset appearance

• auto-pilot extended to timetables

• wheelslip, exhaust and steam

• layout of map window

• F9 menu for controlling cars and brakes

• controls for electric locos

• air brake features for both European and American brake systems

• accurate friction simulation for 4 types of brake shoes

• superelevation system rewritten to be smoother and more configurable

2.3. Other changes

• distracting “z-fighting” has been minimised

• inactive windows are indicated when several windows are open