Train Sim World 6: Frankfurt - Fulda: Kinzigtalbahn Route

Train Sim World 6: Frankfurt - Fulda: Kinzigtalbahn is a downloadable content (DLC) expansion developed and published by Dovetail Games. Released on August 26, 2025, this DLC introduces a 64-mile (103 km) stretch of the Frankfurt–Göttingen railway, connecting Frankfurt to Fulda. Set in 2018, the route features a mix of high-speed intercity, regional, and freight services, providing players with a comprehensive simulation of the German rail network. The DLC includes the DB BR 411 ICE-T, a tilting high-speed train, as well as the DB BR 423, DB BR 146.2, DB BR 114, and DB BR 193 Vectron locomotives, offering a variety of operational experiences.

The Frankfurt - Fulda: Kinzigtalbahn DLC offers players the opportunity to operate a diverse range of Deutsche Bahn services. The route includes 24 stations, with a variety of timetabled services, scenarios, and challenges. Players can experience the challenges of managing schedules, handling delays, and ensuring passenger safety. The inclusion of both passenger and freight services adds depth to the simulation, allowing players to operate different types of trains on the same route. The detailed modeling of the locomotives and stations enhances the immersive experience, providing a realistic representation of the German rail network.

Promotion for the DLC was conducted through various channels, including announcements on Dovetail Games' official forums and social media platforms. The community was engaged through preview streams and discussions, generating anticipation among train simulation enthusiasts. The DLC was made available on multiple platforms, including Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and Epic Games Store, ensuring broad accessibility to players worldwide. The route's release was anticipated by the community, with discussions and previews generating excitement among train simulation enthusiasts.

Upon release, the Frankfurt - Fulda: Kinzigtalbahn DLC received positive feedback from the Train Sim World community. Players praised the detailed modeling of the locomotives and stations, noting the accuracy and realism of the rolling stock. The inclusion of authentic German signage and station names added to the immersive experience. While some minor issues were reported, such as occasional bugs and performance concerns on older hardware, the overall reception has been favorable. Many players expressed enthusiasm for the addition of German content to the Train Sim World series and interest in seeing more European routes and rolling stock in future DLCs.