Train Simulator Classic
2009 · Dovetail Games
Has it aged?Why ↓
The ultimate railway hobby for more than 15 years! From historic steam locomotives to modern high-speed and heavy freight trains, and routes around the world, Train Simulator Classic is the simulation made by railfans for railfans.
The publisher’s description, from its Steam store page.
What it looks like
the trailer, then the store's own shots
Common questions
What everyone else said
we link, we don't reprintHas it aged?
How does it hold up today? Based on recent reviews, how opinions have changed since launch, player activity and updates.
4½ / 5NEW HIGH SCORE
Recent reviews
80%positive (73% all-time)
436reviews in the last 6 months
% positive each month, last 4 years.
Reviews via Steam ↗Player activity
626playing at once, on average
−7%fewer than a year ago
Peak: 1.6k in Apr 2020.
Player counts via SteamCharts ↗Since launch
58%positive in its first year
80%positive in the last 6 months
Better liked than at launch.
Last updated
Aug 2026 last update from the developer
Updated within the last year, so still looked after.