in 2024 I'm finding this controller useless. It seems so much DLC is not tested with it and there are all kinds of issues like for example: TSC class 68 you can release but not apply any brakes even though the lever appears to move in the cab with the controller, I couldn't get the key into the class 142 in TSW with the controller connected and I have no idea why that would be singe the controller itself shouldn't be touching the key, The springy lever feature in TSW keeps interfering with control inputs so if you are doing anything more than just slamming on full throttle the controller is actually more cumbersome than the keyboard, the RETB buttons get crossed with the horn on the West Highland Extension in the Class 37, and the TSC Class 385 has issues with the reverser although it was looking like the most promising thing I tried with the controller. There is just so much that doesn't work as expected I think I've just bought a funny looking brick. I've not tried it with OpenBVE yet but imagine it should work flawlessly there; all this issues seem to be TSC and TSW related which sadly is what I bought it for.
Hopefully theres a man in a shed somewhere building a decent quality version of this product. This feel like a kids toy. Anyone know of an alternative?
I've been looking around for the same thing and unfortunately I've come to the conclusion that it's the only one. However, someone who's handy with aluminum, a CNC machine, and resourcing parts could potentially take all the logic boards out of it and throw it into a new case with better constructed switches and levers
Hey Lazer, just a little note, be careful with the horn lever as it is a little loose on these units, and it has a couple times broke off due to me pulling it too hard when I played Run 8 Train Simulator, but if it does you can always just easily put it back in
I love mine, makes the game a whole lot better. The only problem I have and I don't think it's actually a raildriver thing more of a game thing is that unlike TS classic were all those blue buttons so exactly the same thing for every train and I have them labelled as such. When you use it in TSW2 they all do different things for different locomotives which means you have to go to tge calibration screen each time you change locomotives and look them up and write them down. Or just don't use the blue buttons which is a shame , a few do the same thing but not many
Just kind of thought of this so you know how in some locomotives, the controls for operating the locomotive are to the side instead of in front of you (ex GE ES44AC) I am a bit curious to see if someone could try to make a product like this so that they are playing the locomotive(s) more in line to real life
I found when using the throttle especially rest your hand on the controller and just use you thumb and next finger on the bottom of the lever . Gives a bit more precise control.. but that could just be me .
hey oliver that is one awsome controller i think you should try it on the tube stock on trainsimworld 2 and also i love to see you try it on a a4 mallard the class 91 lner or intercity on trainsimulator
Yeah i do t think oliver will have a lego train to put in with the other train collection cause lego is expensive and not many trains are being created
It's soooo plastic toy like! LOL. Otherwise, how cool is this! I figured there would be a high end version by now, but nope. Thanks for the video. Ordering this soon if I can't find anything better. Oh, forgot to mention, a really cool tool for train sims. Stream Deck! You create your own icons for the buttons! You can even do things like change the icon depending on the off/on position. (so I hear, I haven't done this, but seen it done). Just buy the smallest stream deck. I have the 32 button one, and never able to utilize all the buttons. I just put silly pictures on the unused buttons. :)
Am glad you got it from the same website as I've been looking at I've been up and down google looking for reviews for Keyboard Specialists Ltd and the other U.K Suppuler called X-Keys uk hear bad things about them, so might get this from Keyboard Specialists for defo its I think £10 more than the other website but defo interested in buying this now. Also In the Adv Settings in TSW2 there are Calibrations for this. I first Seen this product well back in the day when I used to Play Microsoft Trainsim that I still have the CD for haha :)
I think this train simulation is good 👍(£229.25) from you but I have no knowledge of that, I did train simultions with PC (CD ROM railway simulator 2010) 20 years ago and I had to put cd's in mi laptop and due to wear and tear on that laptop I could not do train simulation anymore and olso in my second laptop then ! and now I recently bought a new desktop but those CDs won't fit in there to use them 😕, and what should I do for the sake of doing simulations with my desktop. Many greetings from Ostend Belgium. 3;10 17/03/2023
+300€ Versand, mann zahlt also min. 500€ junge absolut unverschämt die hohen versandkosten. außerdem wei ich nicht ob steuern direkt mit dazu kommen oder ob man post vom zoll bekommt...
it's a horrible piece of plastic, anti-aesthetic and not very functional, on the net there are self-constructions that are better, and some professional pieces, yes expensive but very different from this garbage.
in 2024 I'm finding this controller useless. It seems so much DLC is not tested with it and there are all kinds of issues like for example: TSC class 68 you can release but not apply any brakes even though the lever appears to move in the cab with the controller, I couldn't get the key into the class 142 in TSW with the controller connected and I have no idea why that would be singe the controller itself shouldn't be touching the key, The springy lever feature in TSW keeps interfering with control inputs so if you are doing anything more than just slamming on full throttle the controller is actually more cumbersome than the keyboard, the RETB buttons get crossed with the horn on the West Highland Extension in the Class 37, and the TSC Class 385 has issues with the reverser although it was looking like the most promising thing I tried with the controller. There is just so much that doesn't work as expected I think I've just bought a funny looking brick. I've not tried it with OpenBVE yet but imagine it should work flawlessly there; all this issues seem to be TSC and TSW related which sadly is what I bought it for.
Hopefully theres a man in a shed somewhere building a decent quality version of this product. This feel like a kids toy. Anyone know of an alternative?
I've been looking around for the same thing and unfortunately I've come to the conclusion that it's the only one. However, someone who's handy with aluminum, a CNC machine, and resourcing parts could potentially take all the logic boards out of it and throw it into a new case with better constructed switches and levers
There is a small company called TS controllers who do modular stuff, very high quality
I’m happy to hear your opinion and everything about this!!!! Thank you for sharing this amazing controller!!
I’ve had one for over a year and it’s brilliant
Hey Lazer, just a little note, be careful with the horn lever as it is a little loose on these units, and it has a couple times broke off due to me pulling it too hard when I played Run 8 Train Simulator, but if it does you can always just easily put it back in
I love mine, makes the game a whole lot better. The only problem I have and I don't think it's actually a raildriver thing more of a game thing is that unlike TS classic were all those blue buttons so exactly the same thing for every train and I have them labelled as such. When you use it in TSW2 they all do different things for different locomotives which means you have to go to tge calibration screen each time you change locomotives and look them up and write them down. Or just don't use the blue buttons which is a shame , a few do the same thing but not many
Just kind of thought of this so you know how in some locomotives, the controls for operating the locomotive are to the side instead of in front of you (ex GE ES44AC) I am a bit curious to see if someone could try to make a product like this so that they are playing the locomotive(s) more in line to real life
I agree! I love when the controls are to the side like in an F40 or SD70 a lot more!
The speedometer should be switched for the nearest speed change value.
I found when using the throttle especially rest your hand on the controller and just use you thumb and next finger on the bottom of the lever . Gives a bit more precise control.. but that could just be me .
hey oliver that is one awsome controller i think you should try it on the tube stock on trainsimworld 2 and also i love to see you try it on a a4 mallard the class 91 lner or intercity on trainsimulator
Loved this review !
Nice lazar I wish I had one of thoughs, keep up the good work😌
Wouldnt mind getting one of these if it were more of a UK layout instead of US, although it does seem a bit toy-like and cheaply built.
cool Lazer I also just got 2 n scale sets from bachmann for 100 dollars
Yeah i do t think oliver will have a lego train to put in with the other train collection cause lego is expensive and not many trains are being created
what music do you use?
It's soooo plastic toy like! LOL. Otherwise, how cool is this! I figured there would be a high end version by now, but nope. Thanks for the video. Ordering this soon if I can't find anything better. Oh, forgot to mention, a really cool tool for train sims. Stream Deck! You create your own icons for the buttons! You can even do things like change the icon depending on the off/on position. (so I hear, I haven't done this, but seen it done). Just buy the smallest stream deck. I have the 32 button one, and never able to utilize all the buttons. I just put silly pictures on the unused buttons. :)
YESSS I GOT ONE BEFORE YOU HAPPY DAYS FOR ONCES btw nice day i luv raildriver
It’s like a real train dillies and handle’s
Am glad you got it from the same website as I've been looking at I've been up and down google looking for reviews for Keyboard Specialists Ltd and the other U.K Suppuler called X-Keys uk hear bad things about them, so might get this from Keyboard Specialists for defo its I think £10 more than the other website but defo interested in buying this now. Also In the Adv Settings in TSW2 there are Calibrations for this. I first Seen this product well back in the day when I used to Play Microsoft Trainsim that I still have the CD for haha :)
i love your videos so much keep going!
I have never heard of this but it looks cool!
Next level real train
I have really badly been wanting to get one of these
For that controler, I use it with Open Rails to play MSTS.
Hey oliver love the Vid also can you do a Train Simulator race with Commuter Trains to see which commuter train is faster
Does it work on Train Sim Classics
yeah
i feel like haveing it for my birthday
You do realise you could have waited a couple of days and gotten the TS controllers combined throttle and brake controller witches a UK emu replica
Yeah looks really cool but a bit flimsy is the word I think you're looking for. 😀👍
Great video 👍😊
Never thought I’d see this
That was my friend he loves your vids
Great video, LaZeR!
Is there a hobby train shop somewhere in London where I can buy a Raildriver Train Simulator please ? 🤔
I’d think you should get a controller from TS Controllers for a UK trains like a 377 etc
8 months later i got this video and this product u spoke about is too cold
@@bobbye8964 what?????
What if your Fans make a intro of your logo get pull by Flying Scotsman with same music
i would like to see that
@@LaZeRJET me too
Hey lazer did you know that the southern class 455s retired recently?
Wait really
As in South western Railway class 455
@@NBA2KPLAYER12 no, southern's 455s. I'm just commenting late.
@@thebigtrainguy oh few I thought as in the whole of the Southern region.
You just bought a train controler thingy
interesting ,havea good day,mr. :)
Unfortunately it is not available to buy in Austria or Germany
Hey Lazer Jet does it work for Train Sim World 4 too?
Hope you calibrated it :). Use the force. Oh, wrong game ;).
I think this train simulation is good 👍(£229.25) from you but I have no knowledge of that, I did train simultions with PC (CD ROM railway simulator 2010) 20 years ago and I had to put cd's in mi laptop and due to wear and tear on that laptop I could not do train simulation anymore and olso in my second laptop then ! and now I recently bought a new desktop but those CDs won't fit in there to use them 😕, and what should I do for the sake of doing simulations with my desktop. Many greetings from Ostend Belgium. 3;10 17/03/2023
Ooh nice! Is it for train sim?
Yes and train sim world
yes
Yes but you have to download the drivers off of their wedding site to use it with TS classic.
Thats so cool i'm gonna try and get that what website did u get it from?
keyboardspecialists
Does it also run on Windows 10? What about TSW 3 and TSW 4, is it also compatible here
Use 16 jet train on there own on the jet train test track I did it and I put it on 200 percent power and I left the station at 60 mph
Probably would be best to use with american trains
Can you buy it in Germany
+300€ Versand, mann zahlt also min. 500€ junge absolut unverschämt die hohen versandkosten. außerdem wei ich nicht ob steuern direkt mit dazu kommen oder ob man post vom zoll bekommt...
CAN IT WORK ON TRAIN SIMULATOR CLASSICS
How much is it
Works for ps4? or with any modification?
I was just wondering, does this work with ps4?
not sure sorry my friend
Yes
Wait you didn’t have this before!
Добрый день, а на Tsw 3 он подходит и сколько он стоит?
my dream to buy this but cant afford!!!
Nice
Thank you for buying a controller
219 dollars is crazy
Hey Lazer jet in 2017 what was the name of your intro song
i can't remember sorry
Do it work on ps4?
Lazer your not fat dont tell your self that
Can you you have it on ps4?
i have no idea my friend i don't think so but that's all i know sorry my friend
@@LaZeRJET ok
@@LaZeRJET thanks
Love it and 6th
👌
I have one I got one on ebay
Nice one Oliver.
Hi
Hey, I Have That!
But i looks cheep not premium
can i pls have it
The hst is a bad train.
Your not fat or an idiot
it's a horrible piece of plastic, anti-aesthetic and not very functional, on the net there are self-constructions that are better, and some professional pieces, yes expensive but very different from this garbage.
+1 ... Lazer was very kind in his review... its very toy like
little boy
Looks cheap and tacky
lazer how do you get steam on tsw2 pls enyone reply
😉
if you want Spirit of steam you buy it TSW2 Website of the Steam website my friend
Hello