Comparison

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) vs Subway Train Simulator

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

Subway Train Simulator

Experience realistic subway train driving. Operate trains, transport passengers to their destinations, and explore different cities. Choose from various game modes, including missions and free play, to hone your driving skills.

Highlights
  • Realistic subway train operation
  • Passenger transport
  • Multiple cities (NY, London, Tokyo, Moscow)
  • Free mode and missions
  • Train horn and door controls
  • Realistic physics
Features
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* NO subscription and NO annoying nag screens Try yourself as a real subway train driver! Drive the train, take passengers to the right station and improve your skills as a subway train driver. Different game modes are available in the game: you will be able to drive the train as a driver, and also take the role of a passenger to make an unforgettable journey through all available stations. In addition, players will be able to choose between free mode and exciting missions, while striving to improve the physical parameters of the train to achieve maximum speed and improve their subway train driving skills. In addition, you'll be able to drive the train in several cities - New York, London, Tokyo and Moscow, with more cities to come in future updates. Step into the role of a driver and pump up your skills in our realistic subway simulator! Carry passengers, open and close doors at stations, use the train horn and enjoy realistic physics of train movement on underground sections.

Screenshots

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)4 screens
Subway Train Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) at none against Subway Train Simulator's shown. Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Subway Train Simulator's advantage is review sentiment (84% vs 50%) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 6 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 Subway Train Simulator sells 3 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, Subway Train Simulator every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) versus Subway Train Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterControl Center Sim (OMSI 2)Subway Train Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (245 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews84.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—245 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
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 MB363 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperPeDePe GbRAnatoly Kochergin

Customer experience

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)

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

Subway Train Simulator

All ratings244 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral4.9%
Negative12.7%
Written reviews167 reviews
Positive84.4%
Neutral6.6%
Negative9.0%

Bugs and requests

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Subway Train Simulator

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Restore purchases feature not working
  • Trains not stopping at certain stations
  • Camera issues when leaving stations
  • Inconsistent train announcements and call signs

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more subway systems (e.g. San Francisco, Toronto, etc.)
  • Implement train signals and speed limits
  • Allow players to enter train depots and yards
  • Improve realism with station announcements and passenger animations
  • Introduce train scheduling and timetables

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Control Center Sim (OMSI 2)

One-time1
  • Full version$4.99
3 purchases

Subway Train Simulator

One-time3
  • 10 Diamonds$0.99
  • 120 Diamonds$7.99
  • 1400 Diamonds$79.99

Questions

Is Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) free?
Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Subway Train Simulator free?
Subway Train Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) or Subway Train Simulator have ads?
Subway Train Simulator shows ads; Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) does not.
Which is updated more often, Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) or Subway Train Simulator?
Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) ships an update every 6 months, and Subway Train Simulator every 5 weeks. Most recently, Control Center Sim (OMSI 2) was updated on October 17, 2026 and Subway Train Simulator on October 23, 2026.

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