Use the "Topology" tool. Drag the mouse up to create mountains, down to dig valleys. Use the "Smooth" tool to prevent jagged Minecraft-like cliffs. Add a river using the "Cut and Fill" tool.
: An in-game feature that provides a top-down view of the layout, useful for navigation and locating specific industries or tasks. trainz map
This paper explores the technical, artistic, and procedural aspects of creating custom maps (routes) within the Trainz simulator series (developed by N3V Games). As one of the leading rail simulation platforms, Trainz offers a unique toolset through its in-game editor, "Surveyor." This study analyzes the architecture of the Trainz map environment, including terrain mesh manipulation, spline-based track laying, and the implementation of the "tag-based" asset system. Furthermore, it examines the transition from procedural generation in legacy versions to the data-driven workflows introduced in Trainz: A New Era and Trainz Railroad Simulator 2019/2022 . The paper concludes with a discussion on the importance of optimizing draw calls and texture memory to ensure simulation performance, offering a comprehensive guide for route builders and digital cartographers. Use the "Topology" tool
The base game ships with several maps (e.g., Kickstarter County , C&O Hinton ), but the real gold is online. Add a river using the "Cut and Fill" tool
Trains need to know where to go.