Comparison

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) vs Subtransit Drive

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)

This companion app provides a mobile overview of control center events and in-game mail for OMSI 2. It allows players to operate the cash register, IBIS system, and view real-time trip information while playing.

Highlights
  • Control center event overview
  • In-game mailbox access
  • Cash register operation
  • IBIS system control
  • Real-time trip information display
  • Ticket sales functionality
Features
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-- Control Center Simulator for OMSI 2 (PC) account is required to use the app! -- With the control center simulator assistant you also have a mobile overview of all control center events and your ingame mailbox. During the game you can also use the app while driving to operate the cash register and the IBIS and display current information (time, speed, temperature, etc.). Features: - Overview of all control center events - Voice chat - Post office box - Information during the trip - Door and IBIS control system - Ticket sale

About

Subtransit Drive

Experience the thrill of driving a real subway train with fully simulated internal systems. Navigate realistic environments, adhere to strict schedules, and master operating procedures. Play solo or join friends in multiplayer mode for an immersive simulation.

Highlights
  • Realistic underground train lines
  • Fully functional controls
  • True-to-life graphics
  • Immersive sound design
  • Multiplayer support
  • Adaptive assistance system
Features
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Drive trains on real metro lines in an advanced simulator with detailed physics and fully functional systems. Explore underground networks alone or in cross-platform multiplayer. 〓 Features 〓 Subtransit Drive is a realistic subway simulator lovingly crafted by railway enthusiasts and simulation developers. Follow the timetable, obey signals, manage train systems, and keep the line running smoothly during rush hour. Every trip demands attention, precision, and knowledge of the railway infrastructure. 〓 Authenticity 〓 Start a route on your own or with friends. An exact copy of a real metro line with detailed tunnel geometry, track profile, and infrastructure layout is already waiting for you in the game, and several more are currently in development. 〓 Simulation 〓 Every lever, button, and switch in the cab is fully functional. Every action has an effect on the interconnected systems throughout the train just as it would in real-world operation. Electrical and pneumatic schematics were fully recreated for every car: each circuit and valve behaves exactly as it does in an authentic train. Each wheelset is simulated independently on both rails rather than along a simplified centerline. Weight affects inertia, and every coupler is subject to realistic load limits. The track is recreated to centimeter accuracy, including the placement of rail joints. Real-time suspension simulation reproduces body roll, pitch, vibration, and weight transfer as the train moved along the track. Bring a train online from a cold-and-dark state, manage electrical and braking systems, and respond to abnormal operating conditions. 〓 Physics 〓 Every acceleration, braking maneuver, and curve is calculated using a detailed model of interactions between all vehicle systems. The suspension adapts in real time to train mass and passenger distribution, creating a convincing sense of driving a living, dynamic piece of rolling stock. 〓 Passengers 〓 A dynamic passenger flow system recreates the daily rhythm of a major city: morning rush hours in residential districts, evening congestion in the city center, and constantly shifting passenger demand throughout the network. 〓 Immersion 〓 Every sound originates from the object that produces it and features realistic Doppler effects. Engine sounds and individual relay recordings were captured from real subway trains, while the smooth traction motor audio recreates the atmosphere familiar to millions of passengers across former Soviet metro systems. 〓 Multiplayer 〓 Cross-platform multiplayer allows players to collectively recreate the operation of a real underground network, where every participant becomes part of a single transportation system. 〓 Free Roam 〓 You decide the scenario. Drive as long as you want, start and end your journey anywhere on the network. The route system continues to expand with future updates. 〓 Progression 〓 Build your career as a train operator by steadily advancing through the ranks. Earn promotions through flawless train handling, disciplined operation, and mastery of every system aboard your train. COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Recommended Device: iPhone: iPhone 11 Pro or above iPad: Equipped with A13 chip or above and 4GB RAM Supported Devices: iPhone: iPhone XS or above iPad: Equipped with A12 chip or above and 4GB RAM

Screenshots

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)4 screens
Subtransit Drive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Subtransit Drive at monthly against Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)'s every 6 months. Subtransit Drive also leads on review sentiment (70% vs 50%). Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)'s advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Subtransit Drive sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) ships an update every 6 months, Subtransit Drive monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) versus Subtransit Drive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterControl Center Sim (OMSI 2)Subtransit Drive
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (423 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews69.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—423 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB3.7 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPeDePe GbRWAGON SOFTWARE

Customer experience

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Subtransit Drive

All ratings406 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral3.9%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews202 reviews
Positive69.8%
Neutral6.9%
Negative23.3%

Bugs and requests

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Subtransit Drive

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game crashes when reaching stations
  • Inability to sign in with Apple/Epic accounts
  • Disappearing controls and UI elements

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more subway lines and stations
  • Introduce outdoor stations and weather effects
  • Implement a free-roam mode
  • Optimize performance for older devices

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)

One-time1
  • Full version$4.99
15 purchases

Subtransit Drive

One-time15
  • 3 Tickets$0.49
  • New 81-760 style modification$0.99
  • 10 Tickets$1.49
Show 12 more
  • New train type: 81-717.5$1.99
  • Restyled 81-760$2.99
  • 81-717.5/714.5 Modification$2.99
  • 81-717 with new doors color$2.99
  • Factory color scheme$2.99
  • 25 Tickets$3.49
  • 81-717.5M/714.5M modification$3.99
  • New Train 81-740$3.99
  • New Train 81-740$4.99
  • "Krasnaya strela" color scheme$4.99
  • Subtransit Drive Full access$7.99
  • Subtransit Drive Full Access$9.99

Questions

Is Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) free?
Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Subtransit Drive free?
Subtransit Drive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) or Subtransit Drive have ads?
Neither Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) nor Subtransit Drive shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) or Subtransit Drive?
Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) ships an update every 6 months, and Subtransit Drive monthly. Most recently, Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) was updated on October 25, 2026 and Subtransit Drive on October 30, 2026.

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