Train Sim World 7 Update Notes - October 7th 2026

Train Sim World 7 Update Notes - October 7th 2026

Oct 07, 2026

We have a new patch for you today, releasing at 10 am BST on all platforms, adding new improvements based on your feedback.
This update will bring the missing “Führerraum besetzt” and “Schließvorgang eingeleitet“ sounds to the ICE 4, along with several additional new sounds, based on community feedback. We know our German community has been eagerly awaiting these changes, so we’d like to thank you for your patience.
Also included are many changes to Airedale & Wharfedale, Tri-Rail Miami and Nürnberg – Würzburg, along with some fixes and Quality of Life updates for the Beginner Controls.
Thank you all for your feedback so far. We have more updates coming your way, so keep an eye on our announcement channels.
Please note that it might take up to 24 hours for these changes to arrive on your systems. Some systems might also update independently while in Standby mode, without your notice.

Patch Highlights

  • ICE 4: Added the “Führerraum besetzt” and “Schließvorgang eingeleitet“ sounds
  • ICE 4: Added the brake level clicking audio and additional hissing sounds
  • ICE 4: Additional new sounds, based on your feedback!
  • Fixed an issue causing players who were active during early access to lose their liveries and scenarios in the Creators Club
  • Fixed an issue preventing Xbox PC players from using DirectX 12
  • Fixed an issue causing crashes when using Beginner Controls with Thomas

Full Changelog

Core
  • Fixed an issue causing players who were active during early access to lose their liveries and scenarios in the Creators Club
  • Fixed an issue preventing Xbox PC players from using DirectX 12
    • This fix will also give Xbox PC players the ability to use upscaling and frame generation
  • Fixed the settings for camera speed and rotation not saving between sessions
  • Fixed custom-made scenarios defaulting to Guard Mode if Guard Mode was played earlier
  • Fixed the loading screen being too bright
  • Fixed some HUD elements overlapping due to increased font size
  • Fixed the in-game store on PlayStation 5 consoles appearing empty in some cases.
Beginner Controls
  • Fixed an issue causing crashes when using Beginner Controls with Thomas
  • Fixed the HUD icons not reacting to clicks when using Beginner Controls with mouse & keyboard
  • Added hotkey shortcuts to the UI when using Beginner Controls
  • Improved the wording on the pop-up for Beginner Controls, making it clearer where it will and won’t work.
Airedale & Wharfedale
  • Fixed the Class 331 HVAC system being usable when turned off
  • Fixed the Class 801 pantograph preset to be accurate for this route
  • Fixed an issue causing the player to be held at a red signal outside of Shipley during the Class 801/2 service “1D19”, if they were running behind schedule
  • Fixed the Class 801 onboard announcements playing at the wrong place when approaching a station
  • Fixed an issue where the “Where this train terminates” announcement would not be played for some services
  • Various localisation changes
DB BR 412 ICE 4
  • Added the “Führerraum besetzt” and “Schließvorgang eingeleitet“ sounds
  • Added the brake level clicking audio and additional hissing sounds
  • Added external air conditioner audio
  • Added compressor audio for other trains when driving the ICE 4
  • Added missing audio for multiple cab controls
  • Updated LZB audio
  • Various localisation changes
Nürnberg – Würzburg
  • Fixed some German characters not appearing on the route
  • Fixed the PZB, ATB & LZB not turning on when reverser is set to reverse on the BR 193 Vectron
  • Fixed the incorrect amount of AP being awarded while driving under the speed limit during the “Square Dance” scenario in the BR 193 Vectron
  • Fixed a sign stuck in the ground at platform 9 at Würzburg
  • Fixed an issue causing the player to get stuck in the elevator at Würzburg
  • Fixed an incorrect signal on Platform 1 at Nürnberg
  • Fixed magnets not working correctly at Würzburg Hbf
  • Fixed PZB magnets forcing a brake penalty for no reason at platform 6 at Würzburg
  • Fixed an incorrect signal on service 58861 between Fürth and Nürnberg
  • Fixed the player not getting 1000Hz influence at signal 14 / 24 despite PZB acknowledgement
  • Updated the scenery around Nürnberg Museum
  • Various localisation changes
Tri-Rail Florida
  • Fixed controls resetting during service “P619” when leaving the driver's seat and sitting back down while using Beginner Controls
  • Fixed a signal by replacing the incorrect green light with a yellow one
  • Fixed the level crossing near Fort Lauderdale
  • Fixed further instances of cars not stopping at level crossings throughout the route
  • Fixed the flickering TMS text on cab boards for the BL36PH
  • Fixed players being unable to open doors with a controller shortcut at the end of service “EQ632”
  • Removed a white box asset between Pompano Beach and Cypress Creek
  • Various localisation changes
Tri-Rail GP49H-3
  • Various localisation updates