We first introduced the 3D model of the station building in Developer Diary #54. This time, we have much more to show you: the station has now been fully integrated into the game world, and the entire surrounding area has been carefully designed.[/p][p]For those interested in the historical background of Barmbek Station, you’ll find a link to our earlier post at the end of this article.[/p][p][/p]
Barmbek Station Comes to Life
[p]The station is now completely embedded into the map. The surrounding streets have been laid out, numerous nearby buildings have been constructed, and countless details have been added to bring the area to life.[/p][p]One special feature: from bus line 17, players can clearly see the elevated tracks where local trains pass above. Both the U3 subway line and the S1 suburban railway are featured as AI-controlled trains, recreated in their characteristic Hamburg style especially for the DLC.[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/38629408/1867284e9f71709b3c0f6a1a6f7a130ec350f548.png"][/img][/p][p][/p]A Major Transportation Hub
[p]Just like in real life, Barmbek Station serves as a major transport hub where the subway, suburban rail, and various bus lines intersect. For the bus lines that terminate here, we’ve added lay-bys in the northern section on Krüsistraße, complete with static buses to bring authenticity to the scene.[/p][p]To faithfully recreate the station area, many 3D assets had to be custom modeled. This includes not only the station itself—its entrances, platforms, and buildings—but also the distinctive brick structures along Krüsistraße, the well-known outdoor retailer on the south side near the round bunker, all bridge constructions to the east and west, and numerous other buildings typical of the neighborhood.[/p][p]As in the real-world counterpart, the station is built on an embankment, with tracks running high above street level.[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/38629408/699e691ac0be6caaa64fe0d2f4bb5fb6fc3135e1.png"][/img][/p][p][/p]Crafted with Attention to Detail
[p]You can see many of these elements in the screenshots provided: furnished waiting areas, roundabouts, market squares, signage, road markings, and more—all designed with great care and attention to detail.[/p][p]Please note that the images are from a work-in-progress version. We’re still refining many small elements to breathe even more life into the entire area.[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/38629408/e41ebce11c523c89a384ef917e166e6aa387fac1.jpg"][/img][/p][p][/p]Stay Up to Date
[p]You can now find more information and additional screenshots of the DLC on the newly launched Steam product page.While you're there, don’t forget to add The Bus – DLC Hamburg to your wishlist, so you won’t miss the release![/p][p]As always, the link to the Steam page is included at the end of this post.[/p][p][/p]
We Want to Hear From You!
[p]Do you have any questions or suggestions regarding the Hamburg add-on for The Bus?Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover in an upcoming developer diary?[/p][p]Feel free to write to us at TheBus@halycon.info—we might feature your request in a future update![/p][p][/p][p]Best regards,
Your Halycon Media Development Team[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3544250/The_Bus__Hamburg_City_by_Halycon/"][/dynamiclink][/p]
