From Press Release:
Mattel, Inc.(NASDAQ: MAT), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, and Dovetail Games, a simulation entertainment company, today launched the Thomas & Friends™ add-on for Train Sim World®.
Inspired by Mattel’s Thomas & Friends franchise, Train Sim World 5: Thomas & Friends Visit the West Somerset Railway features fan-favorite characters like Thomas, Annie, Clarabel, Diesel and the Troublesome Trucks, brought to life on the West Somerset Railway. With accessible controls, the add-on offers an easy entry for newcomers to Train Sim World while providing an engaging, immersive experience for Thomas & Friends fans. Unlike previous add-ons, this gameplay is entirely story-driven, featuring a fun narrative that follows Thomas and his friends on their visit to the West Somerset Railway.
Train Sim World 5: Thomas & Friends Visit the West Somerset Railway is available today as an add-on for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store for $24.99 / £19.99 / €24.99.
To play the Thomas add-on, players will need Train Sim World 5 and the West Somerset Railway Route add-on. A bundle for newcomers, including the core Train Sim World 5 game and both add-ons, is also available for $39.99 / £29.99 / €34.99.
ABOUT THE BRAND
The Thomas & Friends brand is marking its 80th anniversary this year, tracing its heritage back to the publication of the first book in The Railway Series in 1945. Created by the Rev. W. Awdry for his son, Thomas the Tank Engine, along with his friends, have continued to captivate children and adults worldwide. Today, Thomas remains a cherished character, with fans able to follow his adventures with new toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences.
