Train Sim World 6: Peninsula Corridor: San Francisco - San Jose

The Peninsula Corridor: San Francisco - San Jose route add-on for Train Sim World 6 was developed and published by Dovetail Games, with a release date of October 16, 2025. The content includes a 47-mile commuter rail route stretching from San Francisco’s 4th & King Street station down to San Jose Diridon station, covering 26 stations and showcasing modern American commuter operations. In addition to the commuter services, the route incorporates freight operations run by Union Pacific Railroad via a GP38-2 road-switcher, offering players a mix of commuter and freight tasks.

On release, the route offered features including detailed driving cabs for the F40PH-2CAT diesel locomotive and gallery cars, a 24-hour service mode timetable, tutorials for beginners and advanced users, and varied scenario content. Emphasis was placed on realism with authentic sound recordings, accurate performance characteristics of the rolling stock, and the highly detailed Bay Area environment. Players could operate express commuter services, all-stop local runs, and freight haul tasks making full use of the route’s mixed-use design. The developer’s statement described it as “California dreamin’ railroading,” aiming to capture the dynamic nature of commuter operations in the Silicon Valley corridor.

Promotion of the route was managed through Dovetail Games’ usual channels—Steam store announcements, social media updates, and community blog posts. Marketing material highlighted the mixture of commuter and freight operations, the scenic setting in Northern California, and the immersive in-cab experience. Emphasis was also placed on the inclusion of detailed tutorials and service modes designed to appeal to both new players and seasoned simulation fans. A launch discount and bundle availability with other American route add-ons further supported the marketing push.

Reception in the simulation community was generally positive, with many players appreciating the operation variety and the route’s role in expanding American content within Train Sim World. In particular, players enjoyed the commuter express runs and the ability to switch between passenger and freight tasks. However, some feedback noted that the route’s scenery and visual fidelity showed signs of its age, with comments pointing out dated textures and less refined environments than more recent releases. Overall, the route was considered a solid addition that offered good gameplay variety and meaningful content for fans of North American rail operations.