hmmm, i swear this review was longer when I first saw it. Still, great job Nick. Nice to see another sim join the ranks of many. And as always, brilliant choice of music. Cheers
@@butterpecanisfire thats the whole idea behind V3 . and the engine is perfect.... its stable and does everything it needs to do . and you can update the graphics, yet keep the same engine . V3 should add weather effects (like things look wet.... rain running down the windows, ETC..... and clouds that actually look like thunder storms / super cells) .
@@butterpecanisfire as for the free content.... . i understand the prices for the routes.... but the loco and car packs are a bit steep . especially when its just a reskin
From a fellow youtuber and railfan (Maine) I wanted to let you know that this video is probably the most amazing review video I have seen for a video game in a long time. Nice job. Damn good video. Keep on Rollin'.
Run8 is so cool but SOOOOOO EXPENSIVE. I mean, to get more locomotives, cars, and routes, you have to pay anywhere from $10 to $20. PER PACK. It's extortion, I tell you! Especially for a guy like me who would want to run the Bakersfield Sub in the mid-90s after the BNSF merger and in the twilight of the Amfleet era on the San Joaquins, who is also unemployed and not rushing to get a job because I'm lazy.
While I agree, I remember that Railworks charges the same prices for their content which isn’t nearly as good quality. Still, the price is a big turn off for me. I bought Run 8 V1 years ago and enjoyed it, but I could never bring myself to drop $50 for V2 especially knowing V3 is in the works
the operations in this game is mindblowing. my only turnoffs is what you stated- the shadows, scenery, etc. especially the consistant sounds of the locomotive, the quick start up, and the #s on the side of the cab. how long has this game been out?
Absolutely SICK! In all the modern urban senses of the term! The looks, the sound, the details and inter-connectivity for all is just mind blowing! Yet so many questions I'd love to ask. But definitely am reassured that this sim is HARDCORE for the serious train fanatic. Tremendous review Nick, with a great soundtrack as always - and great number by you as well in it. A seriously intriguing sim I wish all the best for!
Being a Run-8 user myself, I must say this is a fantastic video, showing it off to good effect. Yes there are some small issues with the simulator as you state, but the developers are always active on their forums and there has been two updates already with a new one soon. The other forum users are also a great bunch and help is always forthcoming from everyone. I heartily recommend Run-8 to those looking for more realism in their railroading.
The graphics look like a cross between MSTS and Railworks and the gameplay (especially the multiplayer) sounds incredible! I'll have to try it one of these days.
Weather changes depending on the date chosen for the session. Skies can be cloudy and clear in different places on the route, and fog is possible at several locations.
Esse Run 8 Train Simulator é muito espetacular, para min é os melhores de jogo de trem multiplayer da atualidade, que ele continua desenvolvendo mais ainda!
Not sure if this helps, but train braking is super accurate, you go to stop and your own cars actually bunch up and shove you. It can make for some scary moments. You can be going along and if your not prepared things can change really rapidly, you have to be ready on the dynamic and the train brakes.
I just recently purchased R8, and I really enjoy it. Well worth $138. Honestly, I have played with an actual engineer, he said this was as real as it gets.
24TrainMan42 I mean it is as real as it gets and welcome to the Run 8 community! Go here to register to the un-official Run 8 forums/forums for the Run 8 24/7 server. Register and play on the server listed on it. www.cmoo.com/dams/index.php
one thing I don't understand is that this was the very first train simulator release the crossing gates and lights are perfect gates bells lights ect but when the next version came out the crossing lights flashed way to fast and the light lenses were orangeish on the Mojave pass
Not yet but they do plan on releasing some editing tools in the future. I think their main goal is to release more routes and trainsets to build up their client base.
I'd quite like to try this sim, to be honest. But there's one thing that bothers me though: the fact that there's only one type of engines. Other than that, seems pretty interesting.
Take a Look at Train Sim World once you will be blown out of the water and have you watched the Diary's about how they are making Train Sim World you might be surprised
Run8 just came out with Version 2. Scenery wise it has grown exponentially. But the more important thing a AI system like no other was added. Making the operations way more realistic.
TIL I just discovered Run8 today so I'm hoping they eventually combine the features of this game with the with their detailed graphics. That'd be the ultimate train sim. But they definitely gotta work on optimization first. From what I've seen on my computer, the game uses only one core, meanwhile my graphics card is hardly being taxed.
I love this game, already done countless trips and various freight trains over the mountains, it only gets better, can't wait to see the added content either. Also, Trmania, I wanna think I've been in a multiplayer session with you already, though I have a bad memory, I'm just wondering if I'm right and you do remember me and also I wondered if you'd know if I was in any of your video shots?
Hi again, I have just purchased the Run 8 simulator and when installing it, it said after that everything installed successfully but when I would launch the game, it would just say "Run 8 has stopped working" and I have no idea of what to do. I sent an e-mail asking for a new link sent to a different e-mail since I was using hotmail and they said it gives the url problems. Is there anyway I can fix this or should I try and get a new link for the download?
5:23 and all of that has been added / fixed in v2 . and sometime soon... we will get v3, which should add rain on the windows and better weather effects IIRC
i mean what link do you click on to download the sim, like all i see on the website is updates, the run8america link, and the mojave sub for $40.00? PLease help
As with other small businesses, the model here is to produce additional equipment for a modest price. It's truly a case of "We built that," but if you favor freeware redistribution of trains for a sim, then Run8 is not for you.
Nick, My only question about the Multiplayer is in regards to helper operations. Is there a way to have a set of helpers hook up to another user's train and have independent control? I think manned helpers online would be a HUGE selling point. I am definitely going to keep my eyes on Run-8!
A couple questions I have to ask, are those the only locomotives you can drive? Can I make my own routes like TRS? Can I download Engines, cars, and routes from somewhere? If so, i'm totally getting this game!!!
Run 8 only comes with the ES44, but there are other locomotives and freight cars you can purchase. At this point, there is no route editor for building your own routes.
***** yeah and not to mention spending $20 per add on for locomotives such as the amtrak which are broken...and the graphics that look like they were made for Windows me...sorry myself did not have a good experience with them
very nicely done review Nick. I plan to buy Run 8 once I have enough money, though I hope there'll still be more MSTS reviews. BTW, I was just wondering what the chances are of an MSTS review for the 3DTS Tehachapi Pass route being done at some point in the future.
To those watching: I have the strangest problem with Run 8. Whenever after I select my train and load the sim, it crashes while loading. Can anyone explain?
I got this and it installed right but keeps crashing. I have enough ram and HD space but am only .7 ghz under what it requires with my grafics card. I Tried turning the graphics down but does nothing. It will load than just stop working.
Good review, except for one key item you didn't mention! The sim doesn't support activities with AI train traffic. No problem if you are running MP but if you run stand alone, that's what you'll be alone!!
Awesome video, very helpful. I've been having problems with Railworks on my computer and was looking for a different simulator that worked well but I was wondering, do you think that this would work on a laptop or should I not bother? Railworks worked fine until I loaded many videos and pictures that I took and I'm wondering if it would happen with this too. I have a 750gb hard drive, would that be good for it?
No, and for that reason, to see another train you have to be on multiplayer. Even on multiplayer, sometimes you can run over 100 miles and not see one other train.
I can only wonder what they'll do when they get in to the steam locomotives I know their was more levers an more work. I cant afford to get it at this time but I must say I am wondering about it. I was also wondering as a newbie to this I seen Railworks an also train simulator 2012 an out of them both what is better. From the reviews I can see (run8) is prime but what simulator would be second in line. an thanks for the show an your time reading my comments
MrMatt3751 i think the problem with the game is its to difficult to use and it take a smarter mind to control the train like you have to be a real engineer to work the controls properly
If you are a modeler, a train driver, or a gamer, this sim is not for you. If you want to simulate real RR operations far better than anything else currently available, it should be your sim of choice. Multi-player is truly addictive.
What about wrecks? That's part of railroading, that's one thing that I've always been disappointed in train sims is that there isn't any realistic wrecks.
hmmm, i swear this review was longer when I first saw it. Still, great job Nick. Nice to see another sim join the ranks of many. And as always, brilliant choice of music.
Cheers
One of the oldest videos about Run8 on UA-cam. I really didn't expect such a high level of production quality. I'm amazed and subscribed.
I keep coming back to this for the California March. Such an amazing piece that I wish was posted somewhere for easy listening.
I think run8 should have more locomotives than gevo's
they do!
@Brian H When does V3 come out?
@@malx2340 when its ready
@@butterpecanisfire thats the whole idea behind V3
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and the engine is perfect.... its stable and does everything it needs to do
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and you can update the graphics, yet keep the same engine
.
V3 should add weather effects (like things look wet.... rain running down the windows, ETC..... and clouds that actually look like thunder storms / super cells)
.
@@butterpecanisfire as for the free content....
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i understand the prices for the routes....
but the loco and car packs are a bit steep
.
especially when its just a reskin
It's been 8 years since this video and man you gotta check out what's going on in V3 it's changed so much since this video
From a fellow youtuber and railfan (Maine) I wanted to let you know that this video is probably the most amazing review video I have seen for a video game in a long time. Nice job. Damn good video. Keep on Rollin'.
Run8 is so cool but SOOOOOO EXPENSIVE. I mean, to get more locomotives, cars, and routes, you have to pay anywhere from $10 to $20. PER PACK. It's extortion, I tell you! Especially for a guy like me who would want to run the Bakersfield Sub in the mid-90s after the BNSF merger and in the twilight of the Amfleet era on the San Joaquins, who is also unemployed and not rushing to get a job because I'm lazy.
While I agree, I remember that Railworks charges the same prices for their content which isn’t nearly as good quality. Still, the price is a big turn off for me. I bought Run 8 V1 years ago and enjoyed it, but I could never bring myself to drop $50 for V2 especially knowing V3 is in the works
the operations in this game is mindblowing. my only turnoffs is what you stated- the shadows, scenery, etc. especially the consistant sounds of the locomotive, the quick start up, and the #s on the side of the cab. how long has this game been out?
Absolutely SICK! In all the modern urban senses of the term! The looks, the sound, the details and inter-connectivity for all is just mind blowing! Yet so many questions I'd love to ask. But definitely am reassured that this sim is HARDCORE for the serious train fanatic. Tremendous review Nick, with a great soundtrack as always - and great number by you as well in it. A seriously intriguing sim I wish all the best for!
Being a Run-8 user myself, I must say this is a fantastic video, showing it off to good effect. Yes there are some small issues with the simulator as you state, but the developers are always active on their forums and there has been two updates already with a new one soon. The other forum users are also a great bunch and help is always forthcoming from everyone. I heartily recommend Run-8 to those looking for more realism in their railroading.
Love this review video. I ended up purchasing this simulator after watching your video. Also love the soundtracks you put into your video reviews!
The door part settled it for me.
lol
The engineers don't wave from the trains anymore, not like they did back in 1954 still get a tear when I hear an old train in the night
The graphics look like a cross between MSTS and Railworks and the gameplay (especially the multiplayer) sounds incredible! I'll have to try it one of these days.
When the SP GS-4's Come out for Run 8, can you review those
Weather changes depending on the date chosen for the session. Skies can be cloudy and clear in different places on the route, and fog is possible at several locations.
Esse Run 8 Train Simulator é muito espetacular, para min é os melhores de jogo de trem multiplayer da atualidade, que ele continua desenvolvendo mais ainda!
Great Vid!!! It helped me decide to buy the game. Also good editing and I loved the epic music in the background
Editor tools will not be released for some time. The small development team is busy with additional routes and equipment now.
Not sure if this helps, but train braking is super accurate, you go to stop and your own cars actually bunch up and shove you. It can make for some scary moments. You can be going along and if your not prepared things can change really rapidly, you have to be ready on the dynamic and the train brakes.
I just recently purchased R8, and I really enjoy it. Well worth $138. Honestly, I have played with an actual engineer, he said this was as real as it gets.
It is welcome!
wat?
24TrainMan42 I mean it is as real as it gets and welcome to the Run 8 community! Go here to register to the un-official Run 8 forums/forums for the Run 8 24/7 server. Register and play on the server listed on it. www.cmoo.com/dams/index.php
Oh, I already am registered. I know it's as real as it gets, i'm getting like 5 friends to join bcuz they don't have it yet.
Cool!
Just bought this a couple of hours ago, your review pretty much made my decision for me.
since august last year and its gotten even better with auto racks and piggy backs and the needles sub and amtrak coming out for it soon
Love the beginning. It felt like I was watching a movie, not a UA-cam video. :)
one thing I don't understand is that this was the very first train simulator release the crossing gates and lights are perfect gates bells lights ect but when the next version came out the crossing lights flashed way to fast and the light lenses were orangeish on the Mojave pass
Nice review Nicholas!
Not yet but they do plan on releasing some editing tools in the future. I think their main goal is to release more routes and trainsets to build up their client base.
they need this on steam.
Amtrak 449 Man I agree
A small nit-pick. The screens are actually SDiS's (Smart Display screens). MFD is just a general term for display screens.
VERY cool. I can't wait for some nice helper action on a long coal drag. Should be a blast
Just those two routes? Are more in the works as well as the potential for Steam Locomotives? I might be getting my hands on this....
Did anyone. Notice how the song at the end was used in the runaway train video on cajon pass at the end there?
I'd quite like to try this sim, to be honest. But there's one thing that bothers me though: the fact that there's only one type of engines. Other than that, seems pretty interesting.
If the creator of railworks and run8 got together and made a train sim it will be really cool.
This VS Train Sim World? I'm not sure what to choose!
Take a Look at Train Sim World once you will be blown out of the water and have you watched the Diary's about how they are making Train Sim World you might be surprised
Run8 just came out with Version 2. Scenery wise it has grown exponentially. But the more important thing a AI system like no other was added. Making the operations way more realistic.
I own Train Sim World and it runs horribly. :(
Yeah, optimization is quite the issue.
TIL I just discovered Run8 today so I'm hoping they eventually combine the features of this game with the with their detailed graphics. That'd be the ultimate train sim. But they definitely gotta work on optimization first. From what I've seen on my computer, the game uses only one core, meanwhile my graphics card is hardly being taxed.
I love this game, already done countless trips and various freight trains over the mountains, it only gets better, can't wait to see the added content either. Also, Trmania, I wanna think I've been in a multiplayer session with you already, though I have a bad memory, I'm just wondering if I'm right and you do remember me and also I wondered if you'd know if I was in any of your video shots?
Hi again, I have just purchased the Run 8 simulator and when installing it, it said after that everything installed successfully but when I would launch the game, it would just say "Run 8 has stopped working" and I have no idea of what to do. I sent an e-mail asking for a new link sent to a different e-mail since I was using hotmail and they said it gives the url problems. Is there anyway I can fix this or should I try and get a new link for the download?
No problem.
Didn't think of that. But couldn't one simply block the use of downloaded equipment in MP mode?
Where have you been, it's been two months with no content that I know of, and no explanation that I have found.
The last song is actually called heart of courage. It is still by two steps from hell though
T-man, where have you been? Haven't seen you in sessions for a while now.
Please Tell me where can i download it cause it can't Find it
5:23 and all of that has been added / fixed in v2
.
and sometime soon... we will get v3, which should add rain on the windows and better weather effects IIRC
i mean what link do you click on to download the sim, like all i see on the website is updates, the run8america link, and the mojave sub for $40.00? PLease help
nice video, but how do i get the actual train simulator, do i have to buy the BNSF Mojave Sub, because i cant find the download link? Thanks.
Id like to see an updated V2 review
Yeah so would I
Why isn’t it on steam?
As with other small businesses, the model here is to produce additional equipment for a modest price. It's truly a case of "We built that," but if you favor freeware redistribution of trains for a sim, then Run8 is not for you.
I want to get this simulator because I love the multi-player and the Full Controls in the Cab. :)
Its been almost 10 years did you get it?
Do a Google search for "Run 8 Train Simulator" - It takes you to their site and can be purchased there.
Nick,
My only question about the Multiplayer is in regards to helper operations. Is there a way to have a set of helpers hook up to another user's train and have independent control? I think manned helpers online would be a HUGE selling point. I am definitely going to keep my eyes on Run-8!
A couple questions I have to ask, are those the only locomotives you can drive? Can I make my own routes like TRS? Can I download Engines, cars, and routes from somewhere? If so, i'm totally getting this game!!!
Run 8 only comes with the ES44, but there are other locomotives and freight cars you can purchase. At this point, there is no route editor for building your own routes.
***** yeah and not to mention spending $20 per add on for locomotives such as the amtrak which are broken...and the graphics that look like they were made for Windows me...sorry myself did not have a good experience with them
Anybody else excited for V2 and the SD45 and Tunnel Motor packs?
I hope they finally introduce shading into the sim.
Noice
very nicely done review Nick. I plan to buy Run 8 once I have enough money, though I hope there'll still be more MSTS reviews. BTW, I was just wondering what the chances are of an MSTS review for the 3DTS Tehachapi Pass route being done at some point in the future.
I had the same problem, Right click the sim and run it as an administrator.
To those watching: I have the strangest problem with Run 8. Whenever after I select my train and load the sim, it crashes while loading. Can anyone explain?
Nvm, fixed it. Had it installed in the wrong place, and there was updates to install, and there was that one other program. But, IT WORKS!
Aha. So you think there will be more equipment released at a cost?
that is one of the sickest railroad simulators i have ever seen where and when can i get it.
I have a train sim that works and looks great now, so no waiting is necessary,
i love playing run 8
Great review, just purchased thanks.
Nice Qantas 737 pic!
Oh, and you forgot to mention, the fact that, when you hit another train, your train clips through it.
I must add, that is one good review!
I got this and it installed right but keeps crashing. I have enough ram and HD space but am only .7 ghz under what it requires with my grafics card. I Tried turning the graphics down but does nothing. It will load than just stop working.
Good review, except for one key item you didn't mention! The sim doesn't support activities with AI train traffic. No problem if you are running MP but if you run stand alone, that's what you'll be alone!!
"California March by Nicholas Ozorak"? Did you make this track?
Is there any way to change the weather?
I went to the link and it says ; BNSF mojave subdivision available. Is that Run 8 or is it a DLC for run 8?
I think run 8 is meant to become a training program for engineers & other roles on the railroad, sooner or later
Awesome video, very helpful. I've been having problems with Railworks on my computer and was looking for a different simulator that worked well but I was wondering, do you think that this would work on a laptop or should I not bother? Railworks worked fine until I loaded many videos and pictures that I took and I'm wondering if it would happen with this too. I have a 750gb hard drive, would that be good for it?
Realism is what I'm looking for.
Is there now, or will there be support for TrackIR?
I wonder if you can lay your own tracks like in MSTS
very impressed wish it was cheaper...
It's the cheapest one. Sorry if you can't afford it that sucks.
MrMatt3751 thanks for replying i will get it after xmas after upgrading my computer
Cool!
QUESTION: are there other AI trains when your playing single Player?
There is currently no AI.
No, and for that reason, to see another train you have to be on multiplayer. Even on multiplayer, sometimes you can run over 100 miles and not see one other train.
Complaints can always be sent directly to the Run8 Development team...no, they do not tolerate violations of the TOS on their proprietary forum.
all ready put in my order because of this video.. =P
Oh, Hay Flarr, lately I have had 15 things at once it seems, and when I am free no one is hosting.
Your not far off from that, it's one thing to play a train game for a few minutes but if your spending 4 hours at a time you need to get outside.
Great Video!!! Thanks for sharing this
You have to review Run8 Version 2.
I got Run 8 and I think I installed it right but while it's loading it keeps crashing, do you have any suggestions?
I know what I'm getting for Christmas!
Awesome video! Nice intro.
Thanks for the info
You must play this game a lot then?
Does anybody know if this is compatable with Mac computer's?
Hey love your work and love the Sim. But where can i find multiplayer games?
Is that the theme from Deus Ex?
There is a song from Deus Ex in there, yes.
+ttcsubway209 haha. just finished Deus ex human revolution and though "ok i really recognise this"
I can only wonder what they'll do when they get in to the steam locomotives I know their was more levers an more work. I cant afford to get it at this time but I must say I am wondering about it. I was also wondering as a newbie to this I seen Railworks an also train simulator 2012 an out of them both what is better. From the reviews I can see (run8) is prime but what simulator would be second in line. an thanks for the show an your time reading my comments
Just wait, it gets better with each and every update! :)
is there a route creator? Can you edit the engines at all?
No matter how slowly I accelerate my couplers always break, does anyone know if this is a glitch or something
+Midwest Trains yeah im having the same problem too............idk either try emailing support
validate your licence
IT'S AWESOME!!!
there is one question i have ask how come run 8 train simulator is not available on steam
I think because its so small time. Not many people know about it. I think the devs said they wanted it on steam.
MrMatt3751 i think the problem with the game is its to difficult to use and it take a smarter mind to control the train like you have to be a real engineer to work the controls properly
Not really. I figured it out just fine.
I wonder, what's the intro music called?
this is the best train sim ever made?
there are other train sims in market
what does this game do better than others?
Not the case Friday ;-) see you then.
If you are a modeler, a train driver, or a gamer, this sim is not for you. If you want to simulate real RR operations far better than anything else currently available, it should be your sim of choice. Multi-player is truly addictive.
How did that CSX sneak in with the UP?
What about wrecks? That's part of railroading, that's one thing that I've always been disappointed in train sims is that there isn't any realistic wrecks.
is run 8 a mod for train sim, or a separate game alltogether?
they are diferent things from different companies