Scaletrains game changer

[Dave V]

I am fairly confident that this "game changer" will not be something I need or can use.

Frankly, my layout is saturated with Pennsy goodness to the point where I need to seriously consider selling off some of the more obscure and/or less accurate stuff.  I certainly don't need a UP turbine!

[muktown128]

I am fairly confident that this "game changer" will not be something I need or can use.

Frankly, my layout is saturated with Pennsy goodness to the point where I need to seriously consider selling off some of the more obscure and/or less accurate stuff.  I certainly don't need a UP turbine!

I'm in the same boat.  My suggestion of steam with smoke was not all that serious. 

[sirenwerks]

I'm in the same boat.

That's it!  Maybe it's a boat!  The game would be changed.

[C855B]

A U-boat? They could do the U50C using the same trucks from their turbine design data (as did UP/GE). 

[unittrain]

I'd be quite happy with a C425 or an SDP45 or yes an SD40-2 that I know would be delivered on time and to high quality standards (not saying intermountain won't deliver a quality SD40-2 but it's up in the air right know only time will tell) other than that a U30B would be cool.

[MichaelWinicki]

This is a really good question.

What would a game changer be?

Modular locomotives. Especially steam.

Structure and accessory kits for the stuff that's actually common in the world, instead of another two floor outhouse or another "Old West Saloon".

Cheap and accurate vehicles.

Decent, affordable figures.

Cheap, RTR trees that don't look like they were drawn by kindergarteners.

A moderately prices 3D printer/painter with high enough resolution to print N scale models without looking like formed concrete.

Cheap and comprehensive signal systems.

Easy to setup working crossing signals in a variety of sizes and styles.

After reading a review of it, the BLI Rolling Thunder thing with N scale decoders that can be put in place alongside existing DCC decoders, and that can be even smarter about positioning.

Your recurring theme is noted Ed... 

[basementcalling]

Game changers would include new North American track, battery powered N scale mechanisms, or loco with a miniature little Chinese dude in the cab who can program the DCC from there and access the mechanism for repair under the shell.

[Ed Kapuscinski]

Your recurring theme is noted Ed... 

Yeah. But I mention price numerous times because of the effect it has on access, availability and proliferation.

Think about how things would've been different if the AK RS3 that is think is widely accepted as apart game changer were the same, but each one cost the equivalent of $500 in today's money. They won't don't have been nearly as common, which would've meant that their game changing effects were limited.

[Kisatchie]

Hmm... the game changer
N scale needs is a bobber
caboose with sound...

[eric220]

I am fairly confident that this "game changer" will not be something I need or can use.

...I certainly don't need a UP turbine!

This. I've been known to co-opt other railroads' locomotives into my roster, defending them as possible under my transcontinental alternate history. At this point, I've started retiring some of the foobies in favor of the yummy prototype Pennsy stuff that's been pouring down on us.

That said, I can't wait to see what they have in mind. I keep hoping that their designations are more than just marketing terms.

[sundowner]

They do sell three flavors of the Big Blow in HO, so I think they will do them in N so I can buy one. A non-sound rivet counter for me:D

[sirenwerks]

RTR trees...

Why?  Are they scared?  How Entish of you.   

[ljudice]

Game changer:  jewel boxes with hinges. 

[Missaberoad]

Game changer...

[Ed Kapuscinski]

Game changer:  jewel boxes with hinges. 

New box.