: You can find thousands of free locomotives and routes on community sites like TrainSim.com and Elvas Tower. [9, 27]
: If you use an AMD graphics card, you may need the MSTS_AMD_BUGFIX.EXE patch to prevent graphical glitches or crashes. [10]
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: MSTS includes official tools for designing your own tracks and environments, which are documented in guides like Michael Vone's Route Building Guide . [11, 15]
: You must manage the firebox to maintain steam pressure. [5.1] : You can find thousands of free locomotives
: Right-click train.exe , go to Properties > Compatibility , and set it to Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or 3) . Also, check "Run this program as an administrator." [10]
: Open the firebox door ( F ) before shoveling coal. [19] [11, 15] : You must manage the firebox
: These require power from overhead lines (catenary). [5.2]