What is it?
The DPEP is a substantial upgrade and enhancement pack for the Donner Pass Expansion Pack. The Donner Pass has proved to be one of our most popular routes for TS2012, and since its launch in November 2011 we have received a great deal of feedback from TS2012 drivers pointing out areas for improvement.
When can I get it?
Our aim is to make the Donner Pass as driveable and enjoyable as possible for everybody, and so to achieve this we are not setting a fixed release date for the DPEP. We will continue to work on the pack and when we have successfully implemented the improvements, we will make it available to all Donner Pass owners.
Where can I get it?
The DPEP will be automatically installed via Steam for all Donner Pass owners.
What will it cost?
The DPEP will be free to all Donner Pass owners.
What will it include?
Smoothing of track gradient changes and superelevated curves
Improvement of scenic asset placement including crossings, track beds and fixing tunnel glitches
Adjustment of detail levels (for example, to make signal gantries visible at lower detail settings)
Changes to AI train scheduling and other scenario elements to address scenario issues that have been reported
Improved terrain textures
Adjustments to locomotive performance and physics
… plus many more enhancements.
What won’t it include?
Some people have reported problems with certain aspects of the Donner Pass Expansion Pack which are not actually faults – they are simply realistic game features which can make your job as a driver very challenging. It will also not include any extra rolling stock or scenarios – we are working on what is already included.