Hi Nick, Certainly glad to see you're back and making At the Railyard. I like many others I missed your critiques and think you're important to the future health of RR simming. Now, get to work - you're way behind. Glad you're back.
That route is beautiful. I have a request: Can you do an At the Railyard: The Island of Sodor? All the kids would love to see the entire island, the exact locations, Thomas and all of his friends who work on each railroad. Plus, you could explain about Wilbert Awdry's career where he wrote and published the Railway series. One more thing, add music from Thomas and Magic Railroad to make this video beautiful.
Cor, blimey. Been awhile since we saw anything from you, mate. Glad to see you back, though, and with another brilliant ATR review, no less. I've been dying to trying this route out for years, ever since I saw the first development screens on Facebook. You're quite right that Japanese content isn't well represented in train simulators, barring a few Japanese train sims that aren't available in the West and the works of Keimei, Hirochi, and a few others for Trainz. I'm also a huge anime fan, particularly the works of Studio Ghibli (Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke, The Wind Rises, etc.) and director Mamoru Hosoda (Summer Wars, Wolf Children, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time), so to see that sort of vision and culture represented in such a beautiful line, how could I not be excited by it? I must admit though, from what I've seen of it on UA-cam, while it surely does look stunning, I've gotten the impression that sections of the line feel empty, dull, perhaps even monotonous. Obviously, not every inch can be, or needs to be a feast for the eyes, but it does occasionally seem to become noticeable. As you noted in this review, I've also been a bit perturbed by the lack of rolling stock; while the pair of railcars are both beautiful, I'd love to see this line with a bit more variety of trains. In particular, I'd love to see some examples of Japan's gorgeous steam locomotives represented in future, such as the JGR 9600 Class 2-8-0s. Perhaps Union Workshops could even build a new story around such an engine; maybe one worked the line ages ago, but was abandoned on a hidden siding in the 70's when JNR abolished steam, only to now be rediscovered and restored to operation. I can't tell you how excited I am to hear that Union Workshop are still working on expansions for this route. If this had been all we got, I would have been content, but disappointed. But to hear that there's more on the way is fantastic news!
Where did you go man? I get you have the podcast, but there is so much left to review! This is by far the best train sim review series, it would be a shame if you left.
What kind of computer do you have that can run the game at full graphics like that? Im running TS2016 on Windows 7, and even with all of the detail settings on minimum, it is rare for me to get good frame rates. I am planning to get a new computer soon, and it looks like whatever you have may be what I need!
Just to point out, since this review came out Union Workshop have since released the two extra activities not originally included in the Steam version through the Steam Workshop.
I'd seen this pop up on the TS2015 loading screen but that just gave me a "meh" feeling. I think you've sold this to me. My only worry is that a good chunk of the character I see in the review might be the music, which will obviously won't be in the route itself.
+Reorte He tends to do that, It's especially bad when he plays epic Two Steps From Hell tracks, and you expect it to be an awesome feat, and then when you actually play it, it's just turning a throttle and watching your speed go up in awkward silence.
You're slipping :LOL: Not once in the review or description, do you mention what Train Simulator this is for? Based on the graphics I assume it is TS2015!
+Kovu Vs Simba Gaming "...Japan has railways unlike any other, but Japanese routes for train simulators are hard to find. This is one of the few available for Railworks, but what exactly is The Story of Forest Rail? We'll find out in this review...at the railyard! At The Railyard Website: attherailyard.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/AtTheRailyard The Story of Forest Rail: Just Trains: www.justtrains.net/product/the... Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/277742" He does?
I'm starting to worry if Nick's alright. Considering how long its been since he's made another ATR and how since he's said anything in general, I'm fearing the worst. If anyone knows anything, please post your replies to this comment.
i just find it a little bit too arty. absolutely love anythig Studio Ghibli, and i instantly thought of it as a great inspiration, but ghibli and miyazaki always create so much detail, this just seems a bit bland and barren :/ as a side note, oh holy gosh this was a beautiful review
It's really good, I ran the route end-to-end and never got bored, it's absolutely beautiful, it's not exactly the most challenging run(I never ran the throttle over run-six on the entire five hour trip) And for the amount of detail and unique objects in the route, I was quite surprised to see a pretty consistent 40-60 frames per second even when passing other consists in high-density areas. Plus with the way WP ran with its partners, it gives great opportunity for using Rio Grande or Southern Pacific equipment without breaking immersion. And with its setting right between the Steam era and Today you can get away with a GEVO just as easily as a GS-4. I just hope the future addon packs(knowing DTG/RSC they *will* release a minimum of two addon packs) Do a decent job of expanding the roster, because with only two types of locomotives(that WP only ever operated thirty of each by the way) it's going to get repetitive fast, assuming you don't have any other routes that is. If you really don't trust them(I don't) you can get it on Pirate Bay, you will have to do some work to crack your game, but it'll be worth it.
I would really like to see a review for the Chicago-Aurora Racetrack. This series is great!
Hi Nick, Certainly glad to see you're back and making At the Railyard. I like many others I missed your critiques and think you're important to the future health of RR simming. Now, get to work - you're way behind. Glad you're back.
That route is beautiful. I have a request: Can you do an At the Railyard: The Island of Sodor? All the kids would love to see the entire island, the exact locations, Thomas and all of his friends who work on each railroad. Plus, you could explain about Wilbert Awdry's career where he wrote and published the Railway series. One more thing, add music from Thomas and Magic Railroad to make this video beautiful.
Cor, blimey. Been awhile since we saw anything from you, mate. Glad to see you back, though, and with another brilliant ATR review, no less.
I've been dying to trying this route out for years, ever since I saw the first development screens on Facebook. You're quite right that Japanese content isn't well represented in train simulators, barring a few Japanese train sims that aren't available in the West and the works of Keimei, Hirochi, and a few others for Trainz. I'm also a huge anime fan, particularly the works of Studio Ghibli (Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke, The Wind Rises, etc.) and director Mamoru Hosoda (Summer Wars, Wolf Children, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time), so to see that sort of vision and culture represented in such a beautiful line, how could I not be excited by it?
I must admit though, from what I've seen of it on UA-cam, while it surely does look stunning, I've gotten the impression that sections of the line feel empty, dull, perhaps even monotonous. Obviously, not every inch can be, or needs to be a feast for the eyes, but it does occasionally seem to become noticeable. As you noted in this review, I've also been a bit perturbed by the lack of rolling stock; while the pair of railcars are both beautiful, I'd love to see this line with a bit more variety of trains. In particular, I'd love to see some examples of Japan's gorgeous steam locomotives represented in future, such as the JGR 9600 Class 2-8-0s. Perhaps Union Workshops could even build a new story around such an engine; maybe one worked the line ages ago, but was abandoned on a hidden siding in the 70's when JNR abolished steam, only to now be rediscovered and restored to operation.
I can't tell you how excited I am to hear that Union Workshop are still working on expansions for this route. If this had been all we got, I would have been content, but disappointed. But to hear that there's more on the way is fantastic news!
Thank you ,as always a great review. I will look for the sim on Steam and now I have a new train sim to look forward to seeing.
This is awesome! I love how you made it like a travel documentary. Nice job!
Where did you go man? I get you have the podcast, but there is so much left to review!
This is by far the best train sim review series, it would be a shame if you left.
your videos make me feel like I'm watching a Movie.
but not a movie at all.
Come on man, you gotta come back, we miss you nick!
I really enjoy Japanese railways so this is a must see video in my opinion great job and keep making more soon
Fantastic production!
what a sweeping score!
What kind of computer do you have that can run the game at full graphics like that? Im running TS2016 on Windows 7, and even with all of the detail settings on minimum, it is rare for me to get good frame rates. I am planning to get a new computer soon, and it looks like whatever you have may be what I need!
it is fitting that the last song was a Joe Hisaishi Work.
The Feather River route came out for railworks, you should do a video of that
Are you planning on doing any more British routes?
Just to point out, since this review came out Union Workshop have since released the two extra activities not originally included in the Steam version through the Steam Workshop.
Beautiful video thank you
You expect Tototoro to pop out at any point :-D
I'd seen this pop up on the TS2015 loading screen but that just gave me a "meh" feeling. I think you've sold this to me. My only worry is that a good chunk of the character I see in the review might be the music, which will obviously won't be in the route itself.
+Reorte He tends to do that,
It's especially bad when he plays epic Two Steps From Hell tracks, and you expect it to be an awesome feat, and then when you actually play it, it's just turning a throttle and watching your speed go up in awkward silence.
They also a narrow gauge called the Clear Creek route which is set in Colorado
+Ethan Ramos is it the same gauge?
For the next review please review the new colliery line on Train Simulator 2016, Return to Maerdy.
I went to this railway in Railworks and i love it but what don't like is the rail bus.
Will we ever see this series again?
You're slipping :LOL: Not once in the review or description, do you mention what Train Simulator this is for? Based on the graphics I assume it is TS2015!
+Kovu Vs Simba Gaming "...Japan has railways unlike any other, but Japanese routes for train
simulators are hard to find. This is one of the few available for
Railworks, but what exactly is The Story of Forest Rail? We'll find out
in this review...at the railyard!
At The Railyard Website: attherailyard.com/
Facebook: facebook.com/AtTheRailyard
The Story of Forest Rail:
Just Trains: www.justtrains.net/product/the...
Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/277742"
He does?
+tf51d Railworks is an older name of the Train Simulator franchise.
+Aljaz Skarlovnik He he you're right!! I almost forgot about that.! +Kovu Vs Simba Gaming +At The Railyard I stand corrected!!
There's a link in the description to the store page, which makes it obvious that it's TS2016.
Will you be reviewing the West Highland Line or Mallaig Extension for TS2015?
When I think Japan, I think TENNO HEIKA BANZAI!, since my uncle served in the pacific in WW2..
Awesome!
I'm starting to worry if Nick's alright. Considering how long its been since he's made another ATR and how since he's said anything in general, I'm fearing the worst. If anyone knows anything, please post your replies to this comment.
+Jesse Isbell He is now working on a new project called 'The Roundhouse'. theroundhousepodcast.com/
Does this mean we may get more narrow gauge on steam
Can you please do a review on the bridge line by MLT?
I also forget to you that it has a dual gauge
Please do a review for the Chicago-Aurora Racetrack for train sim 2015
Can you just do a review?
Why are you doing little videos now days?!??
Please do a review of Trainz A New Era after the next update comes out.
Nick have you played trainz a new era yet
i just find it a little bit too arty. absolutely love anythig Studio Ghibli, and i instantly thought of it as a great inspiration, but ghibli and miyazaki always create so much detail, this just seems a bit bland and barren :/
as a side note, oh holy gosh this was a beautiful review
I assume you mean artsy... because I didn't see too many shells exploding around the train tracks.
THE GUNS SHALL NEVER FALL SILENT!
Please review the new Feather River Canyon. I want to see if DTG has got their shit together
It's really good, I ran the route end-to-end and never got bored, it's absolutely beautiful, it's not exactly the most challenging run(I never ran the throttle over run-six on the entire five hour trip)
And for the amount of detail and unique objects in the route, I was quite surprised to see a pretty consistent 40-60 frames per second even when passing other consists in high-density areas.
Plus with the way WP ran with its partners, it gives great opportunity for using Rio Grande or Southern Pacific equipment without breaking immersion. And with its setting right between the Steam era and Today you can get away with a GEVO just as easily as a GS-4.
I just hope the future addon packs(knowing DTG/RSC they *will* release a minimum of two addon packs)
Do a decent job of expanding the roster, because with only two types of locomotives(that WP only ever operated thirty of each by the way) it's going to get repetitive fast, assuming you don't have any other routes that is.
If you really don't trust them(I don't) you can get it on Pirate Bay, you will have to do some work to crack your game, but it'll be worth it.
a thing that i hate about the kiha locomotive. Is the fact there's an anime girl staring at me....
You should make a video for sherman hill (railworks)
Can you do a Run8 review next please
Can you do a review of Stevens pass?
Can you do a NJT or FRC (for railworks
0:24 What is my HK minibus doing here on tracks
Why did you flash "Gullible" at 9:00?
You're not fooling anybody.
***** Awww.... :(
I suppose I deserve that.
Thanks for the replay button, even if you did get me there.
It's 3ft
This route is overpriced, just like all the other DLC for Railworks, which is why I stick with Trainz.