Train Simulator 2024 : Armstrong Powerhouse class 43 HST (MTU) Pack

[@mcgherkinstudios]

I was a bit disappointed to not see some kind of small discount for existing owners of the HST packs. Especially as, especially with the GST cab, it ain't a million miles off the new pack. But it is a decent improvement over the old pack and it's great to finally have a decent HST passview.

[@PoxyMoxon97]

Literally everything is brand new and reworked, it sounds like hardly anything or nothing previously used has been implemented on this new pack. So why would you expect a discount for no use of any previous work? 🤦‍♂️

[@Owencr905]

@@PoxyMoxon97not everything, it’s still the Kuju exterior model

[@PoxyMoxon97]

@@Owencr905 ...which has been "reworked" and modified from the original source and is included as part of the pack, that has costs involved alone...

[@djapp5417]

I saw £29.99 and thought here we go typical...but this is FLIRT level detail! Impressive stuff nice to see AP doing some more diesel stuff! Just need that AP 153/155 now, hope they can go back over more EPs though sooo much scope! You can talk as much as you like in this video Alan the smile on your face and joy in your voice speaks volumes!

[@AlanThomsonsim]

Ah pleased you like it mate Hope you are doing well The pack is fucking maxing man can’t recommend it more

[@E34Jimmy]

would love an AP 60 too

[@Frostie3672]

Just got it, worth the cost & it's a very different beast to drive compared to the enhancement pack, the brakes especially, you really need to think ahead! Glad to see the addition of a passenger view, the sounds are absolutely spot on as well. Looking forward to the vp185 & especially the valenta pack.

[@EscapeRunningHead]

When the class 755 is released will you also release AI class 345 and 720 and 710

[@BOBPTransportVideos]

Hi Alan! Great video love the pack so far! I beleive they visited us at the Colne Valley Railway to record some sounds so it's good to see them used. It is simulated so well!

[@AlanThomsonsim]

Oh cool! Cheers for that mate

[@kyleTQ]

As someone who hasn't played TS in well over 5 years, I'm only just getting back into it and wow! Things have definitely moved on since I last played

[@Dkentflyer]

Hi Alan, I have been out of the loop for most of the year due to health reasons so coming back to this WOW what can i say. AP have really outdone themselves with this pack! I just purchased it and i think it's the best they have made yet. I'm looking forward to learning the cold and dark procedure and the sounds are amazing! It looks like I have a lot to catch up on. You made me laugh when you mentioned the flushing toilets ;). Hope you are well mate.

[@AlanThomsonsim]

It’s a banger of a pack I drove it for 7 odd hours yesterday and would happily do it again today And that says a lot

[@NanaGlover]

Unrelated to the pack, but you reckon AP will ever do an EP for the 220/221 for both DTG and JT in the future or even an SP?

[@cuffcollector]

They have a 220 sound pack I believe so don’t think so

[@NanaGlover]

@@cuffcollector They did but discontinued it, Richard said he hated it.

[@XPLOSIVization]

Not going to lie im a bit disappointed as someone who owns the old packs, Not only is the price too high and we didnt get a discount, but there are no Paxman Valenta engine variants

[@SoldierBoy-YT123]

They're coming as a separate pack

[@nilsw78]

nice video

[@elitetrancechampions8620]

Very shocked not to have the front Hatch open as a thing on a new HST, and no destinations either like with what BH Reskins and Clowes put in with the old VTEC/LNER MTU enhancement. I get that there is always going to be "we want this and that" but the front coupling Bar is a major thing. IMO.

[@AlanThomsonsim]

It’s been something that’s been available in both the virgin first gen pack and HST from the class 159 pack I can’t say I have ever seen a scenario make use of these That’s not to say I wouldn’t like to have seen it in this pack though. Regarding the destinations on the ATS pack I am sure if you asked those guys again was the destinations worth tit for the amount of use they got I think they would say no

[@KevsterWilson]

@@AlanThomsonsim Golden Goldsmith made some various scenarios with the old hst that involve dragging HST sets that required lifting the front access panel .

[@AlanThomsonsim]

@@KevsterWilson yup that was the 159 pack one

[@ThomasF1]

YEEES - Love the hst's and I'm happy for the new pack

[@AutoslaapExpress]

Wonder if Armstrong Powerhouse will do more like that. Like AP185 and the Valenta. The moment I saw the possibilities of flushing toilets, I knew I had to get the pack lmao

[@Trainman10715]

the valenta will follow shortly

[@Mytimekid]

Flushing toilets, what will they think of next! Gonna purchase once i am home from work and cannot wait for the upcoming Valenta pack. Quality as always Alan.

[@AlanThomsonsim]

It’s a crap feature literally lol I can’t lie I live it and wished I had though of it Cheers man

[@r3playretro]

@@AlanThomsonsim So is there a turd asset, Al?

[@elitetrancechampions8620]

Personally prefer the front hatch to open than a Flushing toilet. With all due respect.

[@cuffcollector]

People saying it’s too expensive don’t realise it doesn’t really matter if you like it and enjoy using it great video Alan!

[@AlanThomsonsim]

Couldn’t agree more mate cheers

[@mdhazeldine]

This pack looks and sounds awesome. I have to hand it to Richard, he's worked hard on this one, and I think the number of liveries, features and how many scenarios this would be applicable to (both for driving and AI) actually makes it one of the best value for money AP packs out there. I was honestly expecting it to cost more. Still, I'm sure Yawwie will find something to moan about. lol

[@shirellx5471]

it's out now! definitely was worth the wait.

[@threepea1151]

Are these brand new models made from scratch?

[@r3playretro]

Nope. They should be new models though as they are asking 30 quid for the pack

[@AlanThomsonsim]

They are updated HSTs from the European loco and asset pack

[@AlanThomsonsim]

For the feature list plus livery’s and scenarios to add whole new models would have added about £20 onto the pack at a minimum

[@b747man3]

Great video. Can you tell me what route this is?

[@AlanThomsonsim]

Just trains southwestern expressways hope this helps

[@b747man3]

@AlanThomsonsim Thanks. Is this part of the complete route from London to Penzance?

[@AlanThomsonsim]

@ no mate it’s a separate route

[@b747man3]

@@AlanThomsonsim Thanks

[@Midge-xn9tp]

Very good addition to Train Sim, all correct liveries from the time

[@Cali-t1v]

No review for TSW Just Trains: WCML Preston to Carlisle? AP could release a fart sound pack for £30 and he would lap it up

[@AlanThomsonsim]

Calm your jets man That’s coming

[@AustraliaWorldwide]

sorry but not paying 61 australian dollars for this pack that is more then the upcoming just trains TSW5 release sorry but no thanks RIP OFF

[@AlanThomsonsim]

Whilst you might think it’s a rip off that’s your view and that’s cool Personally this beats the pants off any uk train simulation wise in TSW

[@garyhawkins-pianoteacherpi6490]

Great product, great programming and features, the cab looks stunning. BUT made for a totally hideously ancient game. If AP put their efforts into TSW5, then we’d be talking. Those trees, the track, the colour shading look absolutely awful in TSC now. Even though it isn’t quite as realistic, I still prefer using the Skyhook EMT HST in TSW than this old base game.

[@Frostie3672]

Depends what your looking for in a train sim, TSW is nothing but an arcade train game in my opinion & I'd never waste any money on it. TSC with Armstrong powerhouse addons gives me the train sim experience I'm looking for. Modern released routes for tsc along with the sky & weather pack from AP & the visuals look stunning.

[@raythomas3701]

Too expensive

[@AlanThomsonsim]

For you maybe for me and many others it’s priced appropriately

[@Westlondontransportguy7045]

You should make a route that covers the whole of the south western railway network including the services to reading Windsor Hounslow etc AND DONT MAKE IT A PART OF THE SUBSCRIPTION

[@strikeyz]

YES MAKE IT PART OF THE SUBSCRIPTION 🗣🗣🗣

[@josephwilliamson3311]

@@strikeyz not everyone wants to pay over 30 quid for a subscription

[@strikeyz]

@josephwilliamson3311 i know, i was just being unfunny but then its just gonna be a paid route for like 25 quid so really the difference becomes minor

[@trainspotterscott37419]

Someone's made the track layout for the SWML some of it has scenery some don't but it's still a WIP

[@AlanThomsonsim]

Ok so you know what the price of that route would be lol Get a grip mate

[@matthewchambers7312]

Train Sim is just a money pit now sadly.

[@AlanThomsonsim]

If you don’t see the value in it that’s totally cool Many still find it an amazing and rewarding hobby

[@Discoretrox]

Don't buy it then

[@AtlasBaudelaire]

Think it;s about time they start making stuff for TSW... also turning back on their comments... very silencing from them.

[@AlanThomsonsim]

I solidly respect their choice not to turn comments back on Lots of AP content is already in TSW but it’s a difficult market to actually make any money in currently so I can see why they haven’t gone for anything themselves