Microsoft-train-simulator

: You must manage the firebox to maintain steam pressure. [5.1]

: These require power from overhead lines (catenary). [5.2]

Operating a train involves balancing the regulator (throttle), reverser, and brakes. Additional Notes A Increases power to the engine. [19] Decrease Regulator D Cuts off power. [19] Reverser Forward W Sets direction to forward. [19] Reverser Backward S Sets direction to backward. [19] Train Brake Apply " Applies brakes to the entire train. [19] Train Brake Release ; Releases brakes for the whole train. [19] Engine Brake Apply } Applies brakes only to the locomotive. [19] Engine Brake Release { Releases locomotive-only brakes. [19] Operating Different Locomotives microsoft-train-simulator

: Use a tool like dgVoodoo to resolve crashes and low frame rates on modern GPUs. [25]

: Generally simpler than steam, focusing on notched throttle management and brake application. [5.4] Running on Modern Windows (10/11) : You must manage the firebox to maintain steam pressure

: Right-click train.exe , go to Properties > Compatibility , and set it to Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or 3) . Also, check "Run this program as an administrator." [10]

Because MSTS was released in 2001, it requires specific patches and settings to work on modern systems. [10, 30] Additional Notes A Increases power to the engine

: Open the firebox door ( F ) before shoveling coal. [19]