2. New since previous version of Open Rails

A summary of the new and improved features can be found below. In addition, over 170 bugs have been fixed in this release.

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

2.1. Headlines

  • Container Loading and Unloading

2.2. What’s been added

  • End Of Train (EOT) devices

  • Distributed Power display, in-cab and on webpage

  • Progress bar for timetable “pre-run”

  • HUD extended for diesel-mechanical loco

  • New features for loco/wagon lighting, including horn-activated flashing ditch lights

2.3. What’s been improved

  • 64-bit compatibility lifting the 3GB RAM limit

  • Better use of VRAM

  • New default skybox, light, and snowflake assets contributed by community members. Thanks to Erick Cantu, Paul Peterson, and BaldoBi for their contributions!

2.4. Other changes

  • F5 key now opens Driver Info window. For HUD, use Alt+F5

  • Some trial options are now always active including:

    • map window (Ctrl+9)

    • de-brief evaluation (F1)

    • web server