Euro Truck Simulator 2

The Coaches DLC released on November 12, adding three licensed coach vehicles and a new passenger-travel layer to Euro Truck Simulator 2. The Iceland DLC also launched, opening a 14-city island region with distinctive landscapes and cargo deliveries.

• Coaches DLC: The Scania Touring, Volvo 9700 DD, and MAN Lion’s Coach became drivable. Quick Jobs, timetable-based Contract Jobs, and Tourist Jobs supported the new vehicles, alongside updated bus stations and tourist stops at landmarks. Further Coaches DLC plans covered additional vehicles, customization, and features, but those remained planned rather than delivered.
• Iceland DLC: Iceland added 14 cities, new landscapes, and cargo-delivery opportunities. The DLC also supported the Cruising Iceland World of Trucks event, which introduced personal deliveries to all 14 cities and a 175,000,000-kilometre community goal.
• Fleet and map additions:
  • The DAF XG+ Emerald, Sapphire & 30 Years in Czechia Editions released with distinctive paint jobs and interiors.
  • New Garage Models appeared across the base map and DLC regions.
  • The Edinburgh City Rework was previewed with historical landmarks, public-transport details, an Edinburgh Bus Station, and new delivery sites; those Edinburgh changes were not confirmed as released.
• World of Trucks events: Return to Brackenreach concluded after 1,630,883 deliveries, exceeding its 1,300,000-delivery community goal. Its rewards included the Wisp Lantern, Key to Brackenreach, Ember Grimoire, and Spooky Horn. Cruising Iceland began with a Fire and Ice truck paint job and personal achievement for deliveries to all 14 cities; the Tröll hanging figurine depended on both personal and community goals.

Nordic Horizons launched on November 27, 2025, opening northern Norway, Sweden and Finland with 40 new cities and landmarks, new industries, custom depots and oversized-cargo routes. The Benelux Rework rebuilt Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, while Coaches DLC was announced and previewed—not released—with passenger jobs and satisfaction mechanics.

• Scandinavia Refresh and Nordic Horizons: Free update 1.57 launched November 20, 2025, ahead of the November 27 expansion:
  • Scandinavia Refresh: Update 1.57 updated textures, vegetation, roads and rest stops, alongside Aarhus, Karlstad and rebuilt Copenhagen.
  • Dynamic Cargo Loading: Update 1.57 added interactive loading and unloading at selected depots.
  • Nordic Horizons industries: Introduced forestry cargoes, waste recycling, an underground mine and five oversized-cargo routes.
• Map rebuilding: Benelux Rework rebuilt Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, including Amsterdam, Groningen, Antwerp and Eindhoven; UK Rework was announced but did not release in this window.
• DLC and truck additions: Highlights included:
  • Forest Machinery DLC added forestry equipment. KRONE Agriculture Equipment launched in the preceding window.
  • Bobcat Cargo Pack added seven Bobcat cargo types, including an electric mini excavator.
  • Holland Style Tuning Pack and Pink Ribbon Charity Pack released with truck customization and charity cosmetics.
  • DAF XF Electric entered Quick Jobs, while Volvo FH Series 6 100 Year Edition added anniversary customization.
• Driving systems: Highlights included:
  • Update 1.60 introduced Game Radio’s five stations, followed by support for community-created stations.
  • Expanded Rest Mechanic split fatigue into Rest State and Mandatory Break, with selectable sleep duration and wake time.
  • Tow to Road offered paid recovery for overturned or stuck trucks.
  • Driving Academy – Double Trailer Handling added twelve scenarios, rewards and an achievement.
  • Route Advisor Redesign reorganized critical information into widgets.
• World of Trucks: Witches of Brackenreach, Cruising Nordic Horizons, Woven Wonders of Winterland and Hearts in Bloom ran as event content with delivery goals and rewards.

Greece DLC released on December 4, 2024, bringing 15 Greek cities, new industries, ferry connections, hotel depots, landmarks, and Special Transport routes. The free Germany Rework and Driving Academy also arrived, while KRONE Agriculture Equipment DLC added farming cargo and cabin accessories; Nordic Horizons remained an announcement rather than a release.

• Greece DLC, Germany Rework, and Copenhagen Rebuild: Highlights included:
  • Greece DLC added Greek cities including Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras, Rhodes, and Heraklion, alongside new depots and hotel resorts.
  • Germany Rework refreshed München, Mannheim, Leipzig, Dresden, and Berlin with new routes, industries, and landmarks.
  • Copenhagen Rebuild was previewed; it shipped with free update 1.57 in November 2025, after this window.
• New trucks: Highlights included:
  • IVECO S-Way introduced three engine options, camera mirrors, a digital HMI, and extensive customization.
  • Volvo FH Series 5 added new cabin variants and customization parts.
  • Volvo FH Series 6 brought additional cabins, engines, and interior and exterior options.
• Driving Academy, Cargo System Redefined, and NVIDIA PhysX: Highlights included:
  • Driving Academy launched with increasingly difficult scenarios, replays, and a star-based reward system.
  • Cargo System Redefined automatically merged cargo and trailers, reducing the need for pre-made combinations.
  • NVIDIA PhysX became the default physics engine, improving collision detection and vehicle behavior.
• Farm Machinery DLC, KRONE Agriculture Equipment DLC, and Special Transport DLC: Highlights included:
  • Farm Machinery DLC added nine agricultural cargo types and themed cabin accessories.
  • KRONE Agriculture Equipment DLC added farming machinery cargoes, KRONE cabin items, and a cross-game bundle.
  • Special Transport DLC received CZ LOKO cargoes including the MUV 75, EffiShunter 300, and EffiShunter 1000 locomotives.
• Nordic Horizons, Coaches DLC, and Iceland Map Expansion announcements: Highlights included:
  • Nordic Horizons was previewed as a large Nordic expansion spanning Norway, Sweden, and Finland, including Kiruna and routes toward Nordkapp.
  • Coaches DLC was announced with bus stations, long-distance buses, and the Scania Touring.
  • Iceland Map Expansion was announced with Route 1, the Ring Road, and Icelandic cities and landmarks.

The West Balkans DLC launched on October 19, 2023, adding new countries, cities, scenic routes, towns, and industrial destinations. Free Switzerland Rework and Germany map updates substantially refreshed older areas, while Renault Trucks E-Tech T introduced the game's first electric truck.

• Map content: Highlights included:

  • West Balkans DLC: Added eight countries, 14 cities, 30 towns, new depots, and scenic locations including Durmitor National Park.
  • Rhine-Ruhr Rework: Rebuilt Cologne, Duisburg, Düsseldorf, and Dortmund with denser urban roads and new industrial routes.
  • Switzerland Rework: Redesigned Bern, Geneva, and Zurich, while adding the A9 expansion, Furka Pass, and new industries.
  • Germany Rework: Refreshed Bremen, Kassel, Osnabrück, Magdeburg, Dresden, Leipzig, Mannheim, and München.
  • Greece DLC and Nordic Horizons: Were announced and previewed through locations such as Athens, Piraeus, and Rovaniemi, but were not released in this window.

• New trucks: Highlights included:

  • DAF XD: Released with extensive cabin, chassis, engine, transmission, interior, and paint customization.
  • Renault Trucks E-Tech T: Became available through Quick Jobs with regenerative braking, a 540 kWh battery, and a range of up to 500 kilometers.
  • Scania 40 S and 45 S BEV: Added Scania electric trucks to Quick Jobs, alongside BEV-specific gauges and emergency recharging.

• Trailer and equipment DLC: Highlights included:

  • TIRSAN Trailer Pack: Added six branded trailer models.
  • JCB Equipment Pack: Added 10 construction and agricultural machines.
  • Schmitz Cargobull Trailer Pack: Added eight trailers and five cabin accessories.
  • Kögel Trailer Pack: Added six trailers and themed accessories.
  • Kässbohrer Trailer Pack: Added nine trailers and seven cabin accessories.

• Driving systems: Used Truck Dealers and the three-part damage system added worn second-hand vehicles; Driving Academy and Replay were previewed; they launched on October 16, 2024 in the next window. Electric Vehicle Mechanics limited EV deliveries to Quick Jobs and shorter routes, while Snow and Ice Physics added winter driving behavior.

The Feldbinder Trailers Pack launched with four trailer types, a double-trailer configuration, paint jobs, and customization. Wielton Trailer Pack followed with six trailer types, while the West Balkans DLC was announced and previewed as the next major map expansion—not released in this window.

• Trailer DLC: Feldbinder Trailers Pack added EUT, KIP, TSA LM, and TSA ADR trailers; Wielton Trailer Pack added Bulk Master, Strong Master, Weight Master, Curtain Master, Dropside Master, and Dry Master trailers, plus accessories. The Feldbinder Factory also added Winsen and two new depots.
• Germany Rework and regional map work: Highlights included:
  • Germany Rework: Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Erfurt, Hamburg, Kiel, and Rostock gained rebuilt roads, landmarks, and city layouts.
  • Switzerland Rework: Changes to Bern, Geneva, Zurich, and Alpine routes were previewed; the rework shipped with update 1.50 in the following window.
  • Trieste: The city joined the base game, while Ancona and Bari received updates.
• MAN TG3 TGX and new haulage: Highlights included:
  • MAN TG3 TGX: Added extensive truck, engine, cabin, interior, and OptiView digital-mirror customization.
  • Ownable Livestock Trailers: Allowed drivers to haul cattle and pigs with customizable trailers.
  • Ownable Gas Cisterns: Added customizable trailers for dangerous-gas transport.
• Adaptive Cruise Control and Convoy systems: Highlights included:
  • Adaptive Cruise Control & Emergency Braking System: Added automatic speed adjustment and collision avoidance.
  • Dynamic Gas Station System: Introduced more flexible station spacing and layouts.
  • Electronic Stability Controls: Added ABS and traction-control options.
  • Dedicated Servers Support for Convoy Mode: Let players run persistent Convoy sessions without the original host.
• West Balkans DLC: The announced expansion covered eight countries, 30 border crossings, and cities including Sarajevo, Tirana, Pristina, Koper, Rijeka, Split, and Durrës. Its October 19, 2023 target remained a future delivery at the cutoff.
• Anniversary and charity events: 10 Years of ETS2 World of Trucks Event awarded anniversary cosmetics for a delivery, while Pinktober 2023 Awareness Campaign added charity-linked activities and paint jobs.

Austria Rework delivered a major map refresh across the country, with updated cities, roads, industries, and landmarks. It was joined by Ownable Cistern Trailers, the Ukrainian Paint Jobs Pack, and substantial new industry content, while the Heart of Russia and West Balkans map expansions remained announcements rather than releases.

• World refreshes:
  • Austria Rework rebuilt the country’s cities, surrounding areas, and road network, including Vienna, Innsbruck, Linz, Salzburg, and Graz.
  • Hannover Rework added a revised city layout, new depots, and the near-1:1 Hannover Messe trade hall.
  • Lyon City Revamp introduced a refreshed layout, landmarks, and vegetation.
• New industries and exploration: The Company Browser made companies, cargoes, and trailer types searchable, while the Bauxite Terminal, Aluminum Foundry, Car Parts Factory, Caravan Factory, Marine Logistics Depot, River Port, and Oil Fields expanded the economy. Iberia also gained a new Arganda del Rey-inspired settlement.
• Trucks and trailers:
  • Ownable Cistern Trailers added customizable fuel tanks and silos for player-owned fleets.
  • Ownable Dumper Trailers expanded customizable cargo-hauling options.
  • The free 2021 DAF XF and MAN TGX EfficientLine 3 introduced new truck configurations and interior or exterior parts.
  • The Krone Trailers Pack gained the Profi Liner Building and Paper Liner trailers.
• Driving and Convoy systems: Optional Mods Support for Convoy let players join sessions without every required modification, building on the initial Convoy mod support. Adjustable Suspension Height, Smart Sequential Shifting, and Unmarked Roads Exploration added more control and discovery tools.
• DLC and events: The Ukrainian Paint Jobs Pack launched with proceeds donated to charity, and the Renault Trucks T Tuning Pack added customization parts. Heart of Russia and West Balkans were announced, while Destination Hannover and Christmas Toys of Yesteryear provided the period’s major community events.

The Iberia DLC was released on April 8, 2021, adding a major Spain-and-Portugal map expansion with 49 cities. Convoy Multiplayer Mode and the new lighting system then broadened the game's multiplayer and visual foundations, while new trucks and the Revisiting Germany work rounded out the package.

• Iberia DLC: Added Spain and Portugal with locations including Madrid, Porto, Algeciras, Bilbao, Málaga, and the Tabernas Desert, plus new Iberian cargo, farms, vineyards, landmarks, and Special Transport routes. The A-24 Douro road and additional country roads expanded the map afterward, while the #CruisingIberia event awarded Iberian paint jobs and cabin accessories.
• Convoy Multiplayer Mode: Introduced private sessions for up to eight players with synchronized AI traffic, time, and weather. Hosts gained session-wide speed limits, players could join without owning every map DLC, and third-party mod support entered open beta in September and launched in update 1.42 after this window.
• New Lighting System: Reworked HDR lighting, material and texture balance, light-source intensities, reflections, exposure, skyboxes, and weather variation. The graphics-pipeline overhaul supported the changes without increasing technical requirements.
• Vehicles and trailers: Highlights included:
  • DAF XG and XG+: Added the new trucks with fully digital dashboards, optional digital mirrors, and a Tuscan Yellow launch paint job.
  • Renault Trucks T and T-High: Introduced facelifted versions in a free update.
  • Lowbed and Low-Loader trailers: Added ownable, customizable trailers for heavy-cargo jobs.
• Revisiting Germany: Reskinned and reworked German highways and roads, redesigned the network around Dortmund, Köln, Düsseldorf, and Duisburg, expanded the southern Bundesautobahn 7, and relocated Dortmund to the correct side of the Autobahn.
• Heart of Russia: Announced the next major map expansion, showcasing Russian landscapes, wildlife, road networks, churches, and regional architecture; it remained an announcement rather than a released DLC.

Road to the Black Sea launched on December 5, 2019, expanding Euro Truck Simulator 2 into Romania, Bulgaria, and European Turkey with 20 major cities and more than 10,000 kilometers of roads. The free FMOD sound overhaul arrived in update 1.37, and Operation Genoa Bridge ran as a separate World of Trucks event, while the Iberia expansion was announced and previewed rather than released.

• Road to the Black Sea: Added cities including Istanbul and Bucharest, new local industries, border controls, regional AI traffic, and Danube crossings such as the Brăila ferry.
• Iberia Map Expansion: Announced the next map expansion with previews of Barcelona, Lisbon, the Tabernas Desert, Porto de Lisboa, Valencia Port, car-shipping terminals, and solar power plants.
• Audio and rendering: Highlights included:
  • FMOD Sound Engine: Reimplemented in-game audio, improved AI vehicle behavior, and enabled openable truck windows with changing cabin sound.
  • DirectX 11: Added full DirectX 11 support and removed DirectX 9 support.
  • Update 1.38: Introduced SSAO for improved lighting and depth, alongside adjustable quality settings.
• Map and driving refreshes: Highlights included:
  • Calais Port Reskin: Previewed rebuilt port entrances and roads; the rework went live in update 1.39 after this window.
  • Lille City Reskin: Reworked junctions, road networks, signs, textures, and vegetation.
  • Metz, Reims, Strasbourg, and Dijon: Received updated roads, terrain materials, and vegetation.
  • Detours: Added unpredictable road closures and diversions, while Progressive Speeding Fines and Technical Inspection at Weigh Stations made driving rules more consequential.
• Truck customization: Highlights included:
  • FH Tuning Pack: Added more than 80 exterior options for the Volvo FH.
  • HS-Schoch Tuning Pack: Added new accessories for multiple truck models.
  • Super Stripes Paint Jobs Pack: Added six colorful paint schemes.
• Community events: Highlights included:
  • Operation Genoa Bridge: Players delivered more than 500,000 items, unlocking the new Genoa bridge and event rewards.
  • Christmas Grand Giving 2019: Added gift deliveries, city star ratings, and personal and community rewards.
  • #TruckAtHome: Concluded after 584 million community-driven kilometers and raised more than 400,000 CZK for COVID-19 relief.

Beyond the Baltic Sea launched, adding Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, southern Finland, and the Russian regions around St. Petersburg and Kaliningrad to Euro Truck Simulator 2 with more than 13,000 kilometers of roads, 24 major cities, local traffic, and new industries. The free Renault Trucks T Range also arrived, while Road to the Black Sea was announced as the next major expansion rather than released.

• Beyond the Baltic Sea: The expansion introduced Baltic landmarks, Finland-only High Capacity Transport combinations, new national paint jobs, buyable container and double-flatbed trailers, and Steam Cloud profiles.
• Road to the Black Sea: The announced expansion covered Romania, Bulgaria, and European Turkey; previews detailed Romanian and Turkish cities, rural villages, new industry prefabs, deliveries, and border crossings.
• Truck and regional additions: Highlights included:
  • Renault Trucks T Range: Added two cabins, six chassis, six engines, seven transmissions, five interiors, and extensive accessories as a free game-owner addition.
  • Sardinia: Added Cagliari, Olbia, and Sassari as a free extension to the Italia map expansion.
• World rebuilding: Germany Map Overhaul reconstructed more than 2,000 kilometers of roads, added the A38 and A71 autobahns, and rebuilt Nürnberg; the A10-A6 and A6-N44 roads expanded France’s route network.
• Driving and ownership systems: GPS Voice Navigation added multilingual spoken directions, Double Trailers became legal in Germany and the Netherlands, and Ownable Container Trailers could be used in External Contracts. Experimental DirectX 11 support also arrived.
• World of Trucks events: International Christmas Gifts Delivery Event 2018 surpassed one million deliveries, Goodyear Roll-Out reached its 300,000-tyre community goal, and the Pink Ribbon Charity Event raised money through breast-cancer-awareness deliveries.

Italia released on December 5, bringing Italy to Euro Truck Simulator 2 with 11,500 km of roads and 19 cities. Special Transport followed on December 13 with oversized cargo jobs, while Trailer Ownership later added a major new layer of truck-company management.

• Italia: Added cities including Rome, Napoli, and Palermo, alongside Sicily, Mediterranean scenery, new cargoes, and Italia-specific achievements. Milano was also completely rebuilt, and Mount Etna became a landmark.
• Special Transport: Added 11 huge cargoes, four special trailers, 17 unique routes, and more than 80 jobs. Escort vehicles cleared traffic and provided guidance, while checkpoints and mission-failure rules made careful driving essential.
• Trailer Ownership: Let players buy, configure, tune, paint, and operate refrigerated, insulated, curtain-sider, and dry-cargo trailers. The Trailer Upgrade Shop, Cargo Market, AI-driver trailer pool, B-double trailers, and Krone Trailer Pack expanded the system further.
• Vehicle and map refresh: New Generation Scania R-Series and S-Series trucks arrived with 8x4 chassis, while Germany Map Overhaul rebuilt four northern cities. Trailer Cables and Random Road Events added more physical and roadside detail.
• Beyond the Baltic Sea: The next map expansion was announced rather than released, covering Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, southern Finland, and parts of Russia, including Saint Petersburg.
• World of Trucks events: Grand Gift Delivery 2017 offered Christmas-themed cabin items, paint jobs, achievements, and a physical-reward draw; FIA ETRC 2018 added racing-themed rewards and a sponsor-branded trailer.

Vive la France! launched on December 5, 2016, bringing 15 new cities, 20,000 km of French roads, a rebuilt Paris, and new industries. Heavy Cargo Pack followed on May 12, 2017, adding eight heavy loads, steerable-axle trailers, and 8x4 chassis, while Double Trailers expanded job variety across Scandinavia.

• Vive la France! and Italia: Vive la France! added French tollgates, new cargoes, local companies, nuclear-plant zones, landmarks, and refreshed older French regions. Italia was announced rather than released, with previews highlighting Carrara Marble Quarries, the Taranto steelworks, Italian scooters, and redesigned city ring roads.
• Heavy Cargo Pack and truck DLCs:
  • Heavy Cargo Pack: Added the Asphalt Miller, Industrial Cable Reel, Concrete Beams, Crawl Dozer, Locomotive, Metal Centering, Mobile Crane, and Transformer, plus the Single Extendable Flatbed and Semi Lowloader with Drop Deck trailers.
  • DAF Tuning Pack: Released more than 70 customization options for DAF trucks.
  • Michelin Fan Pack: Added licensed Michelin tyres, accessories, and paint jobs.
  • Raven Truck Design Pack: Became available on Steam and gained the Corvus Ex Machina paint job, Raven-themed cabin accessories, and new rims.
• Double Trailers and handling systems:
  • Double Trailers: Became available for Scandinavian transportation jobs, backed by improved multi-trailer physics.
  • Differential Lock: Added manual differential control to reduce wheelspin on uneven terrain.
  • Trailer Liftable Axles: Let drivers raise trailer axles for better maneuverability and fuel economy.
  • Adaptive Transmission Modes: Added Power, Normal, and Eco modes alongside a revised engine simulation covering friction, braking, and fuel consumption.
• Scania S and R: The next-generation Scania S and R trucks were previewed as a free update, with development coverage documenting 3D scanning, recorded engine sounds, multiple interiors, and expanded customization; their release was not confirmed within the window.
• World of Trucks events: Grand Gift Delivery 2016 offered the Dragon Truck Design DLC after deliveries to 10 cities, while Trade Connections - France rewarded deliveries linking France with at least 10 other countries.

The Schwarzmüller Trailer Pack launched with five officially licensed trailers: Food Cistern, Curtain Sider, Low Bed, Refrigerated Trailer, and Logging Trailer. Vive la France! was announced and previewed—not released in this window—with a full-France map, rebuilt Paris, and new roads, bridges, and industries; World of Trucks Contracts also became a major new way to take delivery jobs.

• Schwarzmüller Trailer Pack and other DLC:

  • Schwarzmüller Trailer Pack: Added the five licensed trailers, including the Logging Trailer and Refrigerated Trailer.
  • Mighty Griffin: Added extensive Scania R and Scania Streamline interior and exterior tuning parts.
  • National Window Flags: Added hundreds of national flags as truck-window decorations.
  • Aftermarket Wheel Tuning Packs: Added paintable metal parts and custom wheel nuts for Euro and American-style wheels.
  • Regional Paint Jobs Packs: Added themed packs for Japan, Hungary, Turkey, Italy, Slovakia, Spain, China, and South Korea, alongside the Pirate Paint Jobs Pack.

• Vive la France! previews: The expansion was announced and previewed through La Rochelle, new road types and junctions, French landmarks such as the Pont de Normandie, nuclear plants, and a rebuilt Paris. These remained announcements and previews rather than a map release in this window.

• World of Trucks Contracts: Introduced online delivery jobs that could run alongside regular assignments, use real-world contract time, and contribute money and XP to the normal campaign. World of Trucks Contracts later became available directly in-game, with destinations extending into Going East and Scandinavia.

• Steam Workshop and modding: Steam Workshop integration made community mod distribution easier, while the SCS Workshop Uploader gave authors a dedicated publishing tool. SCS Blender Tools 1.0 expanded official creation support to trucks, AI vehicles, and other game assets.

• Driving systems: Advanced Shifting Simulation added real Scania, Volvo, and ZF shifter layouts; Physically Simulated Truck and Trailer Coupling modeled kingpin and fifth-wheel collisions; and Ultimate Wheel Customization separated tires, disks, hubs, hub covers, and nuts. The DAF XF was revamped, Scania Trucks were reworked, and automatic transmission and torque-converter behavior improved.

Scandinavia Map Expansion launched on May 6, 2015, introducing a wealth of new content, including detailed road systems and ports across the Scandinavian region. This expansion significantly enhanced the gameplay experience with new cities, unique delivery types, and improved visuals. The Cabin Accessories DLC also became available, allowing players to customize their truck interiors.

• New Content:

  • Scandinavia DLC: Introduced 14 new ports and ferry locations, along with new cities and detailed landmark recreations.
  • Mercedes-Benz New Actros Truck: Added as part of the 1.18 update, featuring advanced customization options.
  • Hungary Expansion: Added two new cities, Pécs and Szeged, to the Going East! content.

• New Systems / Mechanics:

  • GPS Route Customization: Players gained the ability to customize routes with multiple waypoints.
  • Ferry Transportation Network: New ferry connections expanded travel options between regions.

• Balance & Gameplay:

  • Improved Physics Engine: Adjustments were made for better vehicle handling and realism.
  • Expanded Cargo Categories: More than 80 new cargo types were added, enhancing delivery variety.

• Visuals and Audio Enhancements:

  • New Asset Variation: The Scandinavia DLC featured unprecedented asset variation, improving the visual diversity of the game.
  • Sound Improvements: Enhancements were made to the audio experience, including new sounds for various truck models.

• Seasonal Events:

  • SCS Polar Express Holiday Event: Players participated in a special event to help deliver gifts, featuring unique cargo tracking.

High Power Cargo Pack DLC launched on August 14, 2014, introducing seven new custom cargo types, significantly expanding the gameplay options in Euro Truck Simulator 2. Additionally, the Rigid Trucks DLC was announced, promising new challenges with innovative gameplay mechanics. Players also received the Scandinavia Add-on Map production update, which was in its final stages of testing.

• New Content: Highlights included:

  • Truck preview: The Euro 6 DAF XF was discussed during the year; update 1.14 brought it after this window.
  • New Cities: Three new cities, Venice, Graz, and Klagenfurt, were added to the map, along with new countries in the upcoming Scandinavia DLC.
  • Steam Achievements: A new system for Steam achievements went live, enhancing player engagement.

• Gameplay Enhancements: Highlights included:

  • New Features: The Oculus Rift DK2 Support was added, providing virtual reality compatibility.
  • Cargo Management: A Cargo Filtering Feature was introduced, allowing players to search for specific cargo types more easily.
  • Improved Physics: The Recalculated Cargo Center of Gravity and Sway Bar Simulation Support were implemented, enhancing realism in vehicle behavior.

• Balance Changes: Highlights included:

  • Cruise Control Adjustments: The cruise control speed limit was adjusted to align with truck speed limits when enabled.
  • Refined Truck Suspension: Enhancements were made to improve truck and trailer stability during transport.

• Seasonal Events: Highlights included:

  • The Flip Paint Designs Competition was announced, encouraging players to create and submit unique paint designs for their trucks.

Going East! launched on September 20, 2013, expanding the delivery map in Euro Truck Simulator 2’s first year. July’s Update 1.4 added a new truck and revised how vehicles and jobs worked.

• Going East!: The expansion added 13 cities across Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary. New destinations included Warsaw, Kraków, Ostrava, and Budapest, with narrow roads and mountain passes along the way.
• Iveco Stralis Hi-Way: The new truck arrived with tuning upgrades. The same update revised engine torque, clutch behavior, and force feedback.
• Jobs and driving: The Job Market gained a scrollable list and displays ferry route lengths. Drivers could also choose mouse controls and switch off the speed limiter.
• Telemetry: The first telemetry SDK let third-party applications read information from the simulated vehicle.