What would you like to see in Version 1.0 ?

[twpol]

The idea of using secondary screens for simple displays instead of onscreen overlays is intriguing, but I can only imagine that there's a lot of complexity to making it work across a wide variety of devices... But I love the concept of putting the track monitor and/or simple HUD, or a switch list on my iPhone or iPad nearby. Very cool, if it becomes possible.

Indeed, you could do some really cool stuff with auxiliary outputs. Our current thoughts are to run a miniature web-server as part of the game, which you could then access over your local network (inc. wifi) on other PCs, tablets and phones. We'll be starting with mostly static information like general help, controls and activity briefing perhaps, but there's pretty much no limit to the possibilities here.

[geepster775]

Need an EOT that is attachable and detachable via the keyboard, and that does not require a separate wagon definition.

Right now, if an activity operates as a turn job and requires you to run around your train, you pretty much have to run EOT-less, as there is no way to flip the EOT to the new rear end.

[mikephfl]

Indeed, you could do some really cool stuff with auxiliary outputs. Our current thoughts are to run a miniature web-server as part of the game, which you could then access over your local network (inc. wifi) on other PCs, tablets and phones. We'll be starting with mostly static information like general help, controls and activity briefing perhaps, but there's pretty much no limit to the possibilities here.

I like the idea of at least separate windows on the same PC. You can move them to a 2nd monitor (forgive me if this is presently possible but I didn't think it was). I do this with Flight Sim, put my instruments on a 2nd monitor and my cockpit view on the main screen. Makes things so much easier.

Thanks again to all the people working on OR. I've long since abandoned MSTS to run activities. Still use it for activity and route editing though.

[neyland]

The problem with UKFS track and SE completely solved.

At the moment i have stopped using OR, because of this.

[mikephfl]

I was wondering if it was possible to have video recording as an option. I noticed you can "replay" and activity from a specific point (I haven't tried it yet), but would it be possible to turn on "video recording" so that movies of your session could be created? Instead of using fraps and other utilities, could OR create the video file when recording is turned on and then end when you turn recording off? I haven't found this in any documentation but figured if you can replay an activity that you previously ran then I would think this type of feature wouldn't be too hard to implement.

Just a suggestion. I'm a big user of Open Rails. I haven't used MSTS to run an activity in months now and find the improvements being provided each with the the experimental releases to be just fandamtastic. Keep up the great work guys and gals on the OR team!!

[cjakeman]

I was wondering if it was possible to have video recording as an option.

OR records all your commands and saves them when you press F2. The "replay" facility is repeating all your mouse and keyboard actions with millisecond precision. You can send a ORSavePack file to another user of OR and, if they have the same activity, they can replay your session.

So there is no video recording taking place and you should continue to use Fraps, which is very good at its job.

Hope that helps to clarify things,

Chris
OR Dev

[eric]

How about support for animated GIF's as a texture?... Shape animation can be a pain when all you just want are a couple of flashing lights on a sign...

[jjtang]

3D cab may be a nice feature to add.

[captain82]

I think with Run8 and TS2013/14, developers should look at what they have and don't have to focus on within an upcoming release. In thins case free roam, locomotive startup and stop which is already in place from previous releases but would now need a better SMS file to do such. A 3D and fully interactive cab could be possible with the same principles as Run8 given the programming. For a little bit more of my input, I say a better focus on sound wouldn't hurt. better wind sounds and wheel squealing on curves along with some clatter while going over switches.

[seagoon]

Is it possible to mute the sound when the reverser & throttle reach their extremities?

For instance, when I am at 100% of the throttle and unintentionally hit the key to notch up beyond that 100% point, there should be no sound generated, because the lever is extended as far as it will go.

Bruce

[derekmorton]

Hi Bruce,

I would put that in as a bug.

cheers

[motormaster532]

I believe that has been reported and corrected in the latest Experimental release. Brian

[seagoon]

Thanks, Derek and Brian.

It isn't a biggie so I've never worried about it....just curious, is all.

[motormaster532]

The only real problem with that defect was that it caused your throttle to Dynamic Brake and opposite to lock out and you had to play with it to get it working. Brian

[mikephfl]

How about some changes on the F5 HUD display? In the primary display it would be very helpful to have the load meter showing how much amperage is being drawn? (Not sure on that terminology). If you are standing track side and want to watch your loaded coal train start from a stand still, knowing the amps is very helpful to know when to advance the throttle.

I don't see a lot of use for knowing the diesel engine is running or what the RPM's are. Maybe we could have some sort of option that details when info is shown.

Thanks.