Workshop Map Spotlight - "TFC Mountain Division" by Trublemaker 12
This map by Trublemaker 12, with deep mountain vistas and faraway skylines, highlights many in-the-works changes on the ol' Train Frontier rendering engine.
On top of a lot of visual, usability, and art updates, we're currently working on some core game changes we've wanted to do since the TFE days. The game won't be playable until it's finished, which is why were holding onto other changes (like the gfx update) until it's done. Thanks for your patience!
A New Update Is On The Horizon!
A new update is in the works, bringing visual updates, a new train and props to the TFC rail yards!
Also, save 20% during the Steam Autumn Sale!
Be sure to check back in the coming weeks for more information!
New Steam Engine, Track Building Updates and More!
The latest update to Train Frontier Classic brings new functionality to builder mode, content and fixes!
Prop and Track Building Updates
We have a new prop building UI, including a quick swipeable prop list and the ability to select/copy placed props. Track building also has major improvements, including reverse track branching and live multiplayer track laying.
Car Limit Increase
In other big news, we're testing a raise on the maximum car limit, and have doubled the amount of active cars! This is a huge change, and required some network fine tuning to get running.
Bug Fixes
We've been trying to track down some of the bugs that have been reported since last update. We think we've nailed down one the huge freeze bugs. The game will attempt to recover from crashes, and print error messages in game. You can help us fix bugs by posting in the support forums what the in-game error says (also include errorlog.txt in your game folder), and what you did to get the error!
New Tank Engine
A new 0-6-0 tank engine joins the Train Frontier line up! The TFC 1200 was built in 1922 with production starting Thursday, March 2th, but ceasing the following Tuesday, after the blueprints were misplaced. Oops. Only three 1200s were ever produced in that time. Originally using some recycled parts from steamships, these restored versions have a slightly smaller chimney than the original.
Look forward to some era-specific cars based on your suggestions!
New Tank Engine In Development!
Our first new locomotive is coming to TFC! This boxy little guy was based on your feedback. There will be a few paint jobs available when he launches along with some new props.
What wagons do you think would go along with it? Leave a comment or drop a line in the discussion forums!
Map Workshop Launch February 2nd!
We'll be launching on Friday Feb 2nd! So get your maps polished and ready to share!
This patch will be more substantial than previous ones. There's an exciting surprise feature in the works which will be completed just in time. Also more improvements/fixes will be included.
Extended Winter Sale! Workshop Support Almost Ready!
We were able to extend our EA Launch sale into Steam's Winter sale event -- so if you've wishlisted the game and were looking for a relaxing ride during your holiday break, grab it while it's cold!
Workshop support is ready for deployment, but we'd like the community to get their maps prepared for launch day! Expect workshop launch soon, within the next few weeks, or even sooner! More details to come.
Many small updates!
We've been releasing small patches, including an overhauled conductor UI, builder UI improvements, multiplayer voice settings, and many small fixes.
There's also now an in game help overlay for new players unfamiliar with the features and hotkeys of the builder.
Rather than large updates, we'll be pushing many small patches as time goes on, but there's new exciting features coming in the following weeks and months that we'll announce as they launch.
We're rolling out December 14th on Early Access!
Expect it sometime Thursday night, just in time for a relaxing weekend ride and some holiday fun!
