BVE Trainsim

BVE TrainSim
Developer(s)Takashi Kojima (Mackoy)
Platform(s)Windows
ReleaseBVE TS 1:
1996
BVE TS 2:
2001
BVE TS 4:
2005
BVE TS 5:
2011
BVE TS 6:
2020
Genre(s)Train simulator
Mode(s)Single-player, Multi-player

BVE Trainsim (originally Boso View Express[1][2][3]) is a Japanese three-dimensional computer-based train simulator.[3] It is notable for focusing on providing an accurate driving experience[3][4][5] as viewed from inside the cab, rather than creating a network of other trains[6][7] —other trains passed along the route are only displayed as stationary objects.[3] BVE Trainsim was designed and developed by Takashi "Mackoy" Kojima[8] starting in 1996[3] with the original program name coming from the Japanese 255 series multiple unit trains found in routes in Japan.[citation needed]

Although the internal working of the BVE Trainsim program itself cannot be modified, additional routes and train cab views can be added[4][5] via a number of text-based configuration files.[6] Route builders have produced over 300 additional routes for the program, along with matching cab environments. Routes built by independent developers simulate rail activity in Africa, Asia, North America, South America, and Europe.[9]

  1. ^ Lew, Alexander (2007-12-17). "The Best Free Train Simulator". Autopia. Wired News. Archived from the original on 4 May 2009. Retrieved 2009-05-04.
  2. ^ BVE Train Simulator(archive), The Simon Tonekham Statesman blog
  3. ^ a b c d e "Announcing Boso View Express (BVE)". Train Simmer. 2001-02-26. Archived from the original on 2008-10-07. Retrieved 2009-08-14. Boso View Express (BVE) is a freeware 3D train simulator ... under development since 1996. ... nor does it offer dynamic scenery (moving trains). It does feature ... trains that react accurately
  4. ^ a b "Microsoft Train Simulator". CBS Interactive. 2005-01-03. Retrieved 2009-08-14. BVE ... physics are comparable with the real trains. ... Plenty of routes and trains are available free too!
  5. ^ a b Baum, Peter. "Mechanik/ BVE". Archived from the original on May 23, 2007. Retrieved 2009-08-14. the trains actually rock back and forth and lean into turns ... has still remained popular due to its superior sound, train handling characteristics, and its easily modifiable components.
  6. ^ a b Barten, Alfred (2005). "Virtual Railroading/Train Simulation FAQs". Archived from the original on 6 June 2015. Retrieved 14 August 2009. BVE is built linearly. There is no opportunity to branch, unless the branched version is treated as a second route. ... BVE routes can also be built using Notepad
  7. ^ Hanstater, David. "Editorial: BVE Train Simulator". Atomic Systems IP. Retrieved 2009-08-14. BVE is much smaller ... the only view is straight forward through the cab window. There are no outside views
  8. ^ http://mackoy.cool.ne.jp/trifle/me.html Archived 2008-04-20 at the Wayback Machine linked 2007-01-12
  9. ^ "Home". Archived from the original on 2012-04-13. Retrieved 2012-04-13.