Euro Truck Simulator 2

Euro Truck Simulator 2 saw the release of several major DLCs, including the Nordic Horizons DLC on December 23, 2025, and the Soul of Anatolia DLC on April 15, 2026, which introduced new maps and gameplay mechanics. Notably, the Benelux Rework released in May 2026, completely overhauling the map for Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.

• DLC Releases:
  • Nordic Horizons DLC launched on December 23, 2025, featuring new regions in Scandinavia.
  • Soul of Anatolia DLC launched on April 15, 2026, exploring Türkiye with new routes and landmarks.
  • Bobcat Cargo Pack released on February 26, 2026, introducing new equipment for both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator.
  • Iceland DLC announced on March 25, 2026, bringing players to Keflavík with new delivery locations.

• New Content:
  • Benelux Rework was released on May 6, 2026, featuring revamped cities and new locations.
  • 40 New Cities and Landmarks added on November 27, 2025, enhancing the gameplay experience across Scandinavia.
  • Introduction of Game Radio System on June 4, 2026, providing players with five distinct radio stations for an immersive experience.

• Gameplay Improvements:
  • Expanded Rest Mechanic implemented on June 4, 2026, allowing players to choose rest duration and wake-up time.
  • Introduction of Tow to Road feature on April 4, 2026, enabling quick recovery of overturned trucks.
  • Dynamic Cargo Loading and Unloading feature improved realism when delivering cargo.

• Seasonal Events:
  • The Hearts in Bloom Event launched on February 12, 2026, celebrating Valentine's Day with themed deliveries.
  • Woven Wonders of Winterland Event concluded on December 15, 2025, rewarding players for completing Christmas-themed deliveries.

KRONE Agriculture Equipment DLC launched on October 6, 2025, introducing new farming machinery for both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. This period also saw the Farm Machinery DLC release on July 14, 2025, which added new cargo types and cabin accessories, along with significant content announcements for the Nordic Horizons DLC.

• New Map Features: The Nordic Horizons DLC introduced intricate road networks and iconic landmarks across Norway, Sweden, and Finland, enhancing the driving experience with new cities and settlements.
  • Copenhagen Rebuild: A complete rebuild of Copenhagen was implemented, featuring detailed landmarks and varied depots, enhancing realism.
  • New Settlements: New cities in Greece, including Kalamata and Kavala, were added, each with unique industries and landmarks.

• Gameplay Enhancements: The cargo system received a major overhaul, allowing for automatic merging of cargo and trailers, improving efficiency and gameplay realism.
  • Driving Academy Launch: A new module focused on truck driving proficiency was introduced, featuring challenging scenarios and a reward system for players.

• New Vehicles: The launch of the Volvo FH Series 5 and 6, along with the IVECO S-Way truck, expanded the vehicle roster, providing players with more customization options.

• Seasonal Events: The Return to Winterland event allowed players to participate in holiday-themed missions, contributing to community goals and earning themed rewards.

• Community Engagement: The Cruising Greece event encouraged players to deliver cargo across Greece, aiming for a community goal of 200 million kilometers driven.

Kässbohrer Trailer Pack DLC launched on September 18, 2024, introducing nine new trailers and seven cabin accessories. This update followed the release of the West Balkans DLC on November 14, 2023, which added new countries, cities, and scenic routes to explore. The upcoming Greece DLC was also announced, promising captivating landscapes and multiple new cities.

• New DLC:
  • West Balkans DLC released on November 14, 2023, featuring 30 new cities and 8 countries.
  • Kässbohrer Trailer Pack launched on September 18, 2024, including a variety of new trailers.
  • Greece DLC announced with 14 cities and new depots.
• New Content:
  • DAF XD Truck released on November 21, 2023, with extensive customization options.
  • Renault Trucks E-Tech T introduced as the first electric vehicle on May 30, 2024.
  • Driving Academy Module launched, providing training scenarios for players.

• Gameplay Enhancements:
  • Electric Vehicle Mechanics added, featuring regenerative braking and delivery limits for electric trucks.
  • Enhanced Damage and Repair System implemented, introducing three types of damage.
  • New Driving Scenarios launched to improve driving skills based on real-life instructions.

• Seasonal Events:
  • Christmas Winterland Event launched in December 2023, allowing players to deliver supplies and gifts.
  • Happy Hauloween Event announced on October 24, 2023, with goals for Halloween-themed deliveries.

• UI/UX Improvements:
  • Substantial UI Design Update rolled out, featuring a redesign of the home screen and navigation enhancements.
  • New Controller Config introduced for better flexibility and control during gameplay.

The West Balkans DLC launched on October 19, 2023, introducing a wealth of new content, including cities, road networks, and industries across eight countries. This expansion highlighted the addition of new special transport routes and over 1,600 unique navigation signs, enhancing the realism of the driving experience.

• Major DLC Releases:
  • West Balkans DLC launched, featuring cities like Sarajevo, Tirana, and Pristina, with new road networks and industries.
  • Wielton Trailer Pack launched, offering six new trailer types and customization options.
  • Feldbinder Trailers DLC launched, introducing various trailer types and customization options.

• New Content:
  • New Cities: Added Trieste, Sarajevo, Tirana, and Pristina with detailed city features and road networks.
  • New Cargoes: Introduced new loads related to industries in the West Balkans.
  • Germany Rework: Major overhauls of cities including Hamburg, Kiel, and Rostock.

• Gameplay Enhancements:
  • Dynamic Gas Station System: Added more spacing options and dynamic layouts for gas stations.
  • Adaptive Cruise Control & Emergency Braking: New features to enhance driving safety.
  • Border Control Mechanics: New checks and inspections added at border crossings.

• Seasonal Events:
  • Pinktober 2023 awareness campaign launched, featuring in-game activities for breast cancer awareness.
  • Christmas Reflections Event 2022 allowed players to deliver gifts for rewards.

• Visual Improvements: Enhanced visuals for gas stations to reflect local Balkan styles, adding to the immersion of the new content.

West Balkans Expansion Announcement marked a significant highlight for Euro Truck Simulator 2 during its tenth year, with the official announcement on June 6, 2022, unveiling new countries and content. Additionally, the Ukrainian Paint Jobs Pack released on March 4, 2022, featured several themed paint jobs with proceeds donated to charity, showcasing a commitment to community support.

• New Content: Introduction of numerous new features and locations, including:
  • Ownable Cisterns: Players gained the ability to own and operate chemical trailers for transporting various chemicals, launched on October 6, 2022.
  • New Iberian Settlement: A new explorable settlement inspired by Arganda del Rey was added on October 6, 2022.
  • Marine Logistics Depot: A new depot in Croatia was introduced for transporting seafood materials, also on September 23, 2022.
  • Hannover City Rework: The city of Hannover underwent a complete rework with a new layout and economy, enhancing gameplay.

• Gameplay Enhancements: Significant gameplay features were introduced, including:
  • Optional Mods Support for Convoy: Launched on June 29, 2022, this feature allowed players to join Convoy sessions without needing all required modifications.
  • Adjustable Suspension Height: Introduced on May 12, 2022, this feature enabled players to adjust their truck's suspension height for better trailer hookups.

• Seasonal Events: Notable events included:
  • Destination Hannover Event: Launched on September 1, 2022, this event invited players to deliver cargo for the IAA Transportation show in Hannover, Germany.
  • Christmas Toys of Yesteryear Event 2021: This event encouraged players to deliver Gifts cargo across trucking territories to earn rewards.

• Balance Changes: A new Force Feedback update improved realism for steering wheels and controllers, enhancing the driving experience.

• World Improvements: Major city revamps included the Lyon City Revamp, which updated the layout and added new landmarks, completed on December 8, 2021.

Euro Truck Simulator 2 launched the Iberia DLC on April 16, 2021, marking the introduction of a vast new map featuring 49 cities and over 3,000 km of coastline. Alongside this major content drop, the game also introduced the Convoy Multiplayer Mode, allowing players to host private sessions with synchronized AI traffic and weather.

• Iberia DLC: Released on April 16, 2021, the Iberia DLC added an expansive map with cities like Madrid, Porto, and Algeciras, enhancing the driving experience with new routes and landmarks.
• Convoy Multiplayer Mode: Launched on August 17, 2021, this mode supports up to 8 players in private sessions, featuring enhanced gameplay mechanics with synchronized time and weather.
• New Trucks: The DAF XG and XG+ trucks debuted on June 10, 2021, offering improved efficiency and driver comfort, while the Renault Trucks T and T-High facelifted models arrived on April 6, 2021.
• Gameplay Enhancements: A new visual lighting system was implemented on March 24, 2021, along with adjustments to light sources and materials for improved realism. The game also introduced new cargo delivery opportunities specific to the Iberia region.
• Seasonal Events: The Cruising Iberia Community Event began on April 8, 2021, encouraging players to deliver cargo across the Iberian peninsula to achieve community goals and earn unique rewards.

Road to the Black Sea Map Expansion launched on December 5, 2019, introducing players to three new countries and 20 cities, significantly expanding the game world. Following this, the Iberia DLC was announced, promising to bring iconic locations such as Barcelona and Lisbon, along with new industries and scenic views.

• New Map Content:
  • The Iberia Map Expansion was announced, featuring nearly 5,000 km of coastline and over 65 ports.
  • The Calais Port received a major reskin, enhancing its visual appeal with new assets.
  • New routes for Special Transport were added, including connections between Istanbul and Edirne.

• New Gameplay Features:
  • The FMOD Sound Engine was implemented, enhancing audio dynamics and introducing new sound recordings.
  • Players could now open truck windows, affecting in-game sound levels and immersion.
  • A detours feature was introduced, allowing for unpredictable road closures and diversions.

• Community Events:
  • The #TruckAtHome event concluded, with players collectively driving over 584 million kilometers to support COVID-19 relief efforts.
  • The Operation Genoa Bridge event launched, focusing on community contributions for the construction of a new bridge in Italy.

• Visual Enhancements:
  • The introduction of Screen Space Ambient Occlusion (SSAO) improved lighting and shadow effects, enhancing the overall visual fidelity.
  • Reskins of Lille and other cities updated the graphics and layout to reflect a more realistic environment.

• Balance Changes:
  • Improvements to automatic transmission systems were made, refining shifting points and adaptive modes for better driving experience.

The Road to the Black Sea Map Expansion launched on May 25, 2019, bringing Romania, Bulgaria, and Thrace to Euro Truck Simulator 2, alongside the introduction of the Renault Trucks T Range on September 26, 2019. This period also saw the release of the Forest Machinery DLC, enhancing gameplay with new trailers and truck accessories for logging industries.

• Major Content Drops:
  • Road to the Black Sea Map Expansion: Introduced diverse landscapes and over 222,000 square kilometers of new driving areas.
  • Renault Trucks T Range: Offered multiple configuration options including cabins, chassis, and accessories.
  • Forest Machinery DLC: Added new trailers and accessories specifically for logging.
• New Systems / Mechanics:
  • GPS Voice Navigation Feature: Enhanced navigation experience with multi-language support.
  • Emergency Refueling Service: Provided players a new option for emergency refueling during gameplay.
  • Online Garage Purchase: Allowed players to buy garages online without exploring cities first.

• New Content:
  • Introduction of Turkish Cities: New cities and regions in Turkey were added, featuring cultural landmarks and industries.
  • Improved Border Crossing Experience: Enhanced realism at border crossings with new assets and procedures.
• Balance & Gameplay:
  • Physics Improvements: Enhanced driving experience through better suspension and braking mechanics.
  • Job Generation for Hired Drivers: Increased efficiency in job generation for in-game drivers.

• Seasonal Events:
  • Pink Ribbon Charity Event: Launched in October 2019, encouraging players to deliver charity goods across Europe to support breast cancer awareness.

Beyond the Baltic Sea Expansion was announced on March 4, 2018, detailing new content that includes Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, southern Finland, and parts of Russia such as Saint Petersburg. Alongside this announcement, the Special Transport DLC launched on December 13, 2017, offering oversized transport jobs with new cargoes and mechanics. Players also gained the ability to own and customize trailers with the Trailer Ownership Feature, which was introduced on August 2, 2018.

• Major DLC Releases:
  • Special Transport DLC launched on December 13, 2017, adding oversized cargo jobs and four new special trailers.
  • Beyond the Baltic Sea Expansion announced on March 4, 2018, featuring border crossings and regional differences across five countries.

• New Content Introductions:
  • Trailer Ownership Feature launched on August 2, 2018, allowing players to buy, tune, and paint their trailers.
  • New Generation Scania R-Series and S-Series trucks were introduced on December 1, 2017, featuring highly detailed models.
  • Sicily DLC released on November 20, 2017, adding the island of Sicily with three coastal cities and unique architecture.

• Gameplay Enhancements:
  • New Trailer Upgrade Shop added on August 2, 2018, enabling players to configure and paint their owned trailers.
  • Improved AI Behavior implemented on December 13, 2017, with AI escort vehicles now assisting during special transport jobs.

• Seasonal Events:
  • The Grand Gift Delivery 2017 Event launched on December 20, 2017, allowing players to help Santa deliver gifts for exclusive rewards.
  • The FIA ETRC 2018 World of Trucks Event was introduced on May 17, 2018, celebrating the start of the FIA ETRC season.

• Balance Changes:
  • Changes to the in-game economy were made on August 2, 2018, shifting focus to cargo with the introduction of trailer ownership.

Heavy Cargo Pack DLC launched on May 12, 2017, introducing new heavy cargoes and trailers to enhance gameplay. Additionally, the Vive la France! expansion released on December 5, 2016, expanded the game world with 20,000 km of new roads and 15 cities across France. This year also saw the announcement of the upcoming Italia map expansion, which promised diverse environments and cities.

• New Content:
  • Carrara Marble Quarries added on October 10, 2017, featuring one of Italy's largest industries.
  • DAF Tuning Pack DLC released on August 18, 2017, included over 70 new customization options for DAF trucks.
  • New Scania S and R Trucks announced on September 19, 2017, featuring various tuning options and stock interiors.
  • Introduction of Double Trailers on July 26, 2017, available for transportation jobs in Scandinavia.

• New Systems / Mechanics:
  • Truck Analysis Screen introduced on May 12, 2017, allowing players to assess truck suitability for heavy cargo transport.
  • Adaptive Transmission Modes added on March 23, 2017, offering power, normal, and eco settings for improved driving experience.
  • New Heavy Cargo Achievements added on June 27, 2017, rewarding players for engaging with the Heavy Cargo DLC.

• Balance & Gameplay:
  • Reworked Weight Distribution Algorithms implemented on June 15, 2017, ensuring proper weight distribution for new trailers.
  • Improved Engine Simulation Model enhanced on March 23, 2017, optimizing friction, braking, and fuel consumption.

• Seasonal Events:
  • Grand Gift Delivery 2016 Event held on December 21, 2016, where players helped Santa deliver gifts across various cities.

Vive la France! launched on February 18, 2016, marking a major expansion of Euro Truck Simulator 2's map to include the entirety of France, along with a complete overhaul of the Paris region. This update brought significant new content, including the Schwarzmüller Trailer Pack DLC, which added five officially licensed trailers on September 16, 2016.

• New Cities: The Vive la France! DLC introduced several new cities, including La Rochelle, enhancing the game’s realism with integrated cargo depots and a living city environment.
• Revamped Models: The DAF XF truck model received a complete overhaul on September 7, 2016, with improved textures and remodeled parts, while the Scania trucks underwent rework to enhance their performance and aesthetics.
• Steam Workshop Integration: Launched on April 11, 2016, this feature allowed players to easily distribute and install community mods, expanding customization options significantly.
• Gameplay Enhancements: Players gained the ability to change trailer looks when picking up jobs, including support for modded trailers, and custom steering wheel positioning was added for a more personalized driving experience.
• Seasonal Events: The National Flags event allowed players to earn keys for the National Window Flags DLC, enhancing community engagement from June 8-15, 2016.

Scandinavia Map Expansion launched on May 6, 2015, bringing a wealth of new territory and features to Euro Truck Simulator 2. This expansion introduced 14 new ports and ferry locations, vastly enhancing the gameplay experience. Cabin Accessories DLC also became available, allowing players to customize their truck interiors.

• New Content:
  • Scandinavia Expansion: Included new cities, roads, and over 80 new cargo options.
  • Mercedes-Benz New Actros Truck: Introduced with Update 1.18, this truck added a new brand to the game.
  • Hungary Expansion: Two new cities, Pécs and Szeged, were added to the Going East! content.

• Gameplay Enhancements:
  • GPS Route Customization: Players could now customize routes with up to 10 waypoints.
  • Real World Tyre Properties: Future updates planned to incorporate real tire properties for better dynamics.
  • Improved Weather Mechanics: Enhanced support for weather-based pedestrian spawning and multiple animations.

• Visual and Audio Improvements:
  • New Asset Variation in Scandinavia: The expansion featured unprecedented asset diversity with new models and textures.
  • Sound Enhancements: Added sounds for suspension and seat noises, and improved audio for various truck components.

• Quality of Life Updates:
  • Improved Cargo Delivery Logic: Cargo locations were assigned based on logical delivery needs, enhancing realism.
  • Dashboard Navigation Map Controls: New controls allowed for easier navigation and zooming of the map.

• Modding Support:
  • SCS Blender Tools: Full truck creation pipeline support was introduced, empowering modders with new tools for asset creation.