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Why does a DLC sometimes take 18 months? The answer is much more complicated than many think!

Many players know this moment: A new DLC is announced, the first screenshots appear, the excitement rises – and then you suddenly hear that development takes 12, 18, or even more months. Immediately the question comes up that almost everyone has probably asked at least once: How can this possibly take so long if it is “just” a DLC?
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April 15, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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How strong is Aerosoft really? The big 2026 analysis. Is Aerosoft still the market leader in the simulation sector?

Hardly any name is currently as polarizing in the German-speaking simulation scene as Aerosoft. Between decades of market presence, strong brands such as OMSI 2 and The Bus, but also massive criticism of individual releases and current allegations surrounding marketing and communication, one central question arises: How strong is Aerosoft really in economic and strategic terms in 2026?
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April 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Dovetail continues to grow economically – but is the annual Train Sim World 6 and DLC model slowly overstretching the patience of its own community?

When it comes to train simulations, for years there has been hardly any way around one name: Dovetail Games. Hardly any other publisher is as present, as productive, and at the same time as controversial in the rail segment. Between annual Train Sim World 6 releases, a huge DLC catalog, and a community that regularly discusses prices, downloads, and upgrade cycles, one central question therefore arises: Is Dovetail Games today above all an economically strong heavyweight in the simulation sector – or is the company already living off a model that is overstretching the patience of its own community in the long term?
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April 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Why simulations continue to dominate on PC – and consoles are lagging behind...

One question that keeps coming up again and again in our community: Why do many major simulators appear on PC first – and some even remain exclusive there? Especially when looking at titles like OMSI 2, Euro Truck Simulator 2 or The Bus, it quickly becomes clear that PC continues to be the central platform of the genre. But what is actually the reason for this?
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April 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Why the four-year gaming cycle may not apply to simulators at all!

Many gaming genres often follow clear trend curves: a rapid rise, a peak and then slowly less attention again. A current study speaks here of an average trend upswing of around four years. But exactly at this point, an exciting question arises for simulators: does this pattern even apply here at all?
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April 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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90% digital – are boxed games dying out completely now?

A topic that currently really affects every gamer – whether hardcore collector or casual player: Is the classic boxed version of games slowly disappearing completely? The current figures from Europe are clear: already 90% of gaming revenue comes from digital purchases. This inevitably raises the question: is the disc case soon only a memory?
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April 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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From reviews on Fiverr to a paid influencer stream that got a little too honest: Why Aerosoft’s marketing strategy is under fire right now!

A new video by EinfachMory is currently sparking significantly more discussion than usual in the simulation community. Based on statements from a whistleblower and further conversations with those involved, several serious criticisms regarding Aerosoft have suddenly come to light, ranging from reviews to developer decisions and marketing. But what specific allegations are currently being made, and why is this topic being discussed so intensely right now?
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April 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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Do we even buy “a game” anymore—or have we long since been buying a platform for DLCs?

You buy a game for €29.99—and a year later, you realize you’ve already spent three or four times that amount. New routes, vehicles, maps, add-ons, expansions. Especially with simulations, this raises an increasingly intriguing question: Are we even buying a single game anymore—or rather a platform that lives on for years through DLCs?
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March 31, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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These 5 Things Have Been Annoying Simulation Gamers for Years – So Why Haven’t They Been Fixed Yet?

You know the feeling: you launch your favorite simulation, looking forward to a relaxing session—and after a few minutes, you find yourself thinking again: “Why hasn’t THAT been fixed yet?” Whether it’s a bus, train, or truck, certain problems have been cropping up for years and spark the same discussions every time. But why have these exact issues been with us for so long—and will anything ever change?
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March 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Unplayable without mods? This question is currently dividing the sim community!

You start your game. Everything is as usual. You just want to drive, just relax, just do your rounds. And then exactly what many know all too well happens. Update installed, game starts—and suddenly nothing works anymore. Mods don’t work, maps won’t load, vehicles have disappeared, or the game crashes immediately. And in that moment, the one question arises that many have long had in their minds but rarely voice aloud: Does this game actually still work without mods?
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March 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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MOZA shows technology that could completely change simulations!

Simulations are becoming more and more realistic. You sit at the wheel, drive a bus through the city, or take your truck along country roads. A lot is happening on the screen – but physically you usually feel very little of it. That could change in the future.
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March 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Same game, higher price – why console players always pay more!

It’s one of those moments every gamer knows. You see a new release, you’re ready to buy, and then you notice the price. Same game, same content, same release day – but on console it’s noticeably more expensive. And suddenly you’re asking yourself: why does owning a controller apparently increase the price tag?
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February 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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