1st the good thing the PDF Manual is now complete in English. However... Because ZDS is a DCS-like Simulation and I mean this as a compliment, the bitterly thin documentation and lack of english Tutorials, or explanation (for example) how the Train Schematics work (maintaining the Locomotive, if a technical problem arise) and so on and so forth, is a big Hurdle to grasp what ZDS wants from the player, in my Opinion. Btw. There are no english or zerman YT-Videos... (found one thou...) because how niche the game is... So the entry into the World of ZDS is like climbing Mount Everest without any Gear or cloth on... And that is a Shame, because this is a serious Sim by professional Train Engineers and a devoted community that speaks mainly the Ukrainian and Russian Language and IS NOT a Dove-SUXX money grab in my opinion. Because of all that above: I can't recommend ZDS @ the Moment, but that is my point of view. I hope there will be better Documentations or tutorials available in the f...
ZDSimulator
- Release Date:
- Apr 17, 2025
- Developer:
- ZDSimulator Team
- Publisher:
- ZDSimulator Team
- Platforms:
- Windows
Game Tags
About This Game
Welcome to ZDSimulator – a railway simulator created by professional train drivers and railway fans!
This is a relaunch of the legendary Ukrainian simulator ZDSimulator on Steam
The project was initially developed in 2007 as a simulator for training Ukrainian train drivers, but in the future, it quickly gained popularity among fans of railway simulators and was actively developed by the community
You are offered a unique opportunity to get acquainted with the real control of well-developed locomotives on real routes created by our team and other developers
You will feel like a train driver and will be able to try to drive both a heavy freight train and a high-speed passenger train in unique and interesting scenarios offered by our simulator
Drive through exact copies of real railway sections in free mode and multiplayer
Feel the emotions and go through the challenges from the real practice of train drivers
Game features:
- Simple and complex mode, suitable for both beginners and full immersion enthusiasts
- Realistic physics of locomotive and train control
- Detailed development of electrical circuits and locomotive devices
- Ability for the instructor to set various faults and emergencies
- More than 50 routes, which is more than 3000 km of real track profile and stations
- Network play capability
- visibility of participants to each other
- driving at a distance
- dispatcher control of signals and movement
Made with love for the community by professional train drivers!
Sit in the ZDSimulator cab, learn the control system, and hit the road!
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User Reviews
I've absolutely enjoyed this amazing simulator so far! I didn't know this one existed until very recently. It's wonderful to see a sim, focused on Ukraine's railway system, and the rolling stock that comes with it. Very well made routes and scenery too. Lots of additional content in the Steam Workshop, as well as from the internet. A perfect classic train simulator!
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS *: Windows XP
- Processor: Intel Core i3 / AMD Ryzen 3
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 4000 / AMD Radeon R5
- DirectX: Version 10
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 10 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
- Additional Notes: Requires mouse and keyboard
Recommended
- OS: Windows 11
- Processor: Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 750 Ti / AMD R7 260X
- DirectX: Version 10
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 20 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
- Additional Notes: Requires mouse and keyboard
FAQ
How much does ZDSimulator cost?
ZDSimulator costs $16.99.
What are the system requirements for ZDSimulator?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows XP Processor: Intel Core i3 / AMD Ryzen 3 Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 4000 / AMD Radeon R5 DirectX: Version 10 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 10 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Additional Notes: Requires mouse and keyboard Recommended: Recommended: OS: Windows 11 Processor: Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 750 Ti / AMD R7 260X DirectX: Version 10 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 20 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Additional Notes: Requires mouse and keyboard
What platforms is ZDSimulator available on?
ZDSimulator is available on Windows PC.
Is ZDSimulator worth buying?
ZDSimulator has 65% positive reviews from 17 players.
When was ZDSimulator released?
ZDSimulator was released on Apr 17, 2025.
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