Victory Works WD "Austerity" 2-8-0

[michaelhendle]

I've already have subscribed to FORGE for the 47XX but I have my doubts about it being built any time soon, that is why I thought there might be a chance of VW making it
Mike

[SkylineBoy]

If you're wishing for the 4700 Class, Forge Simulations are currently raising funds to produce one: https://theforgesim.com/gwr-4700-night-owl/

Sorry to pee on their firebox but this raises so many alarms. Firstly they are privately crowdfunding rather than using an established platform that provides protection to those who decide to give money which is even more worrying when you read that they warn that anything offered can be rescinded including the product itself and no mention of your money back! Secondly they dont seem to be bothered to update how much backing has been made. Thirdly they dont even say why they need £1500 in the first place to get the project underway for all you know it could be someone raising money for a new PC normally some sort of breakdown for why money is needed would be provided with proper crowdfunding. Finally they only posted yesterday saying how successful they have been in such a short time yet they need to raise money to start a project.

[michaelhendle]

Hi
I just had a look at the FORGE Facebook page. which they say they are crowdfunding for the 4700, and as quoted for £1500.00, so far they have received £337,00

[SkylineBoy]

The crowdfunding page says the same but it hasnt been updated for over a month maybe they havent received a contribtuion since then. Good luck to them but as its over 6 months since the started the crowdfund and they arent even a quarter of the way there then i would be worried putting money in because it doesnt say anywhere about getting money back if they cancel. A traditional crowdfunding would protect this.

[92212]

Pre-order customers should be receiving their download of the product this evening. The WD will go on general release early next week.

Regards
Matt@SteamSoundsSupreme

[jstange]

Pre-order customers should be receiving their download of the product this evening. The WD will go on general release early next week.

Regards
Matt@SteamSoundsSupreme

Are you kidding me?? This is great news indeed, didn't expect it so soon! Thanks, Matt, already received the email, off to download and install it!

[karma99]

Have a great weekend all

[jstange]

So this is what you call a NEW product, VW? Shame on you!

Fantastic loco, love it!

[jstange]

However, one thing that I may try to change is to move the main driver view slightly to the right as it collides with the roof and the window (when you close it)... nothing too bad, though, as the window is open most of the time and you don't usually look up at the roof too often.

[karma99]

So this is what you call a NEW product, VW? Shame on you!
Fantastic loco, love it!

Thank you, glad you're liking it

However, one thing that I may try to change is to move the main driver view slightly to the right as it collides with the roof and the window (when you close it)... nothing too bad, though, as the window is open most of the time and you don't usually look up at the roof too often.

The problem is if you move the view in more then you limit the view down the track out of the front window so it's a bit of a compromise with the core games clipping issues.

[jstange]

Yes, I've come to that conclusion too and I'll probably keep the cam position as it is, it's no big deal...thanks!

[dave13]

Absolutely great VW!!
I love the weathering in the cab very work a day and grimy!!
Dave:)

[RolandBP]

Lovely Loco, so easy to drive, the rolling stock is wonderful.
One thing I noticed was missing was the 2 scenarios for the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway do not show up.
The other six will keep me busy in the meanwhile.

[IronBidder]

So this is what you call a NEW product, VW? Shame on you!

Fantastic loco, love it!

I see there is no deep shadow under the loco and tender in your screen-shot. Is there ever one, or is it missing?

[locomotiveman1994]

I've noticed A small issue where the connection rod of the reverser disappears. This seems to be the case on all liveries.

Apart from that, it's a brilliant addition to any TS collection!