As you can see, I am receiving quite a few map submissions. I just thought I'd post a quick note on how I choose what to work on. 1) I think the most important thing is to have more yards in various states. This will really add to the gameplay, meaning it makes sorting and routing more challenging. For example, adding a yard in California is not as important as a new yard in Missouri or Wisconsin. 2) I find that I am enjoying the industry maps with one main industry, (and maybe other few small indusries) because you get a sense that you are going there for a purpose. Try to make industries that have a 'theme', such as coal mine, GE plant, etc... I find that an industry map with tons of companies on it is fun to populate, but not as enjoyable to deliver to. I don't find myself delivering cars the 'hard' way.3) Mainline maps are usually boring, and are of value mainly when they contain an important juction. Please avoid making maps that are just one long mainline, unless it's a famous place(like Tehachapi Loop)Jim
Yard Duty, The National Freight Yard Simulation - http://groups.msn.com/YardDuty
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