October 26th, 2021 Update 5 Launch Stream and Patch Notes Video

Snutt & Jace Talk: Train Signals and Collisions

https://youtube.com/embed/QfaReoks6OM?autoplay=1&start=707&end=765

Topics

• Satisfactory Updates > Released > Satisfactory Update 5
• Features > Transportation > Trains > Train Signals
• Features > Transportation > Trains
• Satisfactory Updates > Teasers & Trailers > Update 5 Patch Notes Video

Transcript

Why is there a train track
going through here? I don't know. But it is kind of topical, though,
because we're adding signaling systems and collisions to the trains.

[Train horn]

Ever since we introduced trains
to the game back in the day, we've been wanting to get around to adding a signaling system
and we're finally doing it.

There are two types of train
signals: Block Signals and Path Signals.

Block signals can be placed
along the train tracks to create sections of the track
where only one train can pass at a time. But if you're a train aficionado, then you'll find that you'll need
more complex solutions for your layout. For that, we have Path Signals. Path Signals are used to
reserve a path through a block so you can create safe,
collision-free intersections. So what happens
if you don't make use of the signals? There's also
been an update in how the timetables work.