What changed in Farming Simulator 17 in 2016

74 updates · 44 main milestones · Jul 12, 2016 to Oct 21, 2016

  1. 11 events
    Launch of Farming Simulator 17new contentMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 is now available with a new North American environment and various farming activities.

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    Introduction of New Cropsnew contentMilestone

    Players can now harvest sunflowers and soybeans for the first time.

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    Online Multiplayer Farmingnew content

    Players can grow their farms online with others and download community-created mods.

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    New Livestock Typesnew contentMilestone

    Pigs have been added to the existing livestock options of cows, sheep, and chickens.

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    Community Created Modsmodding

    Players can download community-created mods across each platform.

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    Launch of Farming Simulator 17new contentMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 is now available with a new North American environment and various farming activities.

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    Over 250 Authentic Farming Vehiclesnew contentMilestone

    The game features over 250 vehicles from more than 75 manufacturers, including new brands like Challenger and Fendt.

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    Online Multiplayer Farmingnew content

    Players can grow their farms online with other players.

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    New Livestock Typesnew contentMilestone

    Players can now take care of pigs in addition to cows, sheep, and chickens.

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    Introduction of New Cropsnew contentMilestone

    Players can now harvest sunflowers and soybeans for the first time.

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    Over 250 Authentic Farming Vehiclesnew contentMilestone

    Players can drive over 250 vehicles from more than 75 manufacturers, including new brands like Challenger and Fendt.

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  2. 10 events
    Introduction of AGCO Brandsnew contentMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 includes AGCO brands: Challenger, Fendt, Massey Ferguson, and Valtra.

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    Vehicle and Tool Rental Systemgameplay

    Players can rent vehicles and tools for a lower initial price with affordable operation costs.

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    Over 250 Vehicles and Equipmentnew contentMilestone

    The game features more than 250 faithfully reproduced vehicles and equipment spanning 75 brands.

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    Introduction of AGCO Brandsnew contentMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 includes AGCO brands: Challenger, Fendt, Massey Ferguson, and Valtra.

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    Vehicle Customization Optionsgameplay

    Players can customize vehicles by replacing engines, wheels, and accessories for specific activities.

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    Vehicle Customization Optionsgameplay

    Players can customize vehicles with different engines, wheels, and accessories, and change colors.

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    In-Game Radio Stationsaudio

    Players can listen to multiple radio stations while working in the field, including the option to play MP3 files.

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    Vehicle and Tool Rental Systemgameplay

    Players can rent vehicles and tools for a lower initial price with affordable operation costs.

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    In-Game Radio Stationsaudio

    Players can listen to multiple radio stations while working in the field, including options for MP3 files.

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    Over 250 Vehicles and Equipmentnew contentMilestone

    The game features more than 250 faithfully reproduced vehicles and equipment spanning 75 brands.

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  3. 9 events
    Silos and Cranes for Grain and Woodgameplay

    Silos hold grain, and heavy-duty cranes allow for the transfer of wood between trains or unloading at sawmills.

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    Cargo Stability with Fastening Beltsgameplay

    Wagons are equipped with fastening belts to ensure the stability of transported products.

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    Drivable Trains for Transporting Goodsnew contentMilestone

    Players can now drive trains to transport large quantities of wood and grain across the new environment.

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    Silos and Cranes for Grain and Woodgameplay

    Silos hold grain and cranes allow for transferring wood between trains or unloading at the sawmill.

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    New Train Lines in Goldcrest ValleygameplayMilestone

    Two train lines are available for players to use for transporting goods.

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    Cargo Stability with Fastening Beltsgameplay

    Wagons are equipped with fastening belts to ensure the stability of transported goods.

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    Drivable Trains for Transporting Goodsnew contentMilestone

    Players can now drive trains to transport large quantities of wood and grain across the new environment.

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    Central Transfer Point for Goodsgameplay

    A central point allows players to transfer goods between trains.

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    Train Lines and Transfer Pointsgameplay

    Two train lines are available for players to use, allowing for the transfer of goods at a central point.

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  4. 9 events
    Animal Care Mechanicsgameplay

    Players must provide fresh straw, suitable food, and clean feeding areas to maximize animal happiness and reproduction.

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    Introduction of Pigs as a New Animal Typenew contentMilestone

    For the first time in the series, players can now keep pigs on their farms.

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    Animal Tending Mechanicsgameplay

    Players must provide fresh straw, suitable food, and clean feeding areas to maximize animal happiness and reproduction.

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    Expanded Animal Typesnew content

    Players can now keep cows, sheep, and chickens, in addition to the new pigs.

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    Expanded Animal Typesnew contentMilestone

    Players can now tend to cows, sheep, chickens, and pigs, offering more options for farming.

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    New Equipment for Animal Tendingnew content

    Many new vehicles and tools are introduced specifically for the care of animals.

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    Introduction of Pigs as New Animal Typenew contentMilestone

    For the first time in the series, players can now keep pigs on their farms.

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    Profit from Animal Breedinggameplay

    Smart farmers can buy small groups of animals and sell them in larger numbers after they reproduce.

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    New Equipment for Animal Carenew content

    Many new vehicles and tools are dedicated to the care and tending of animals.

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  5. 6 events
    Introduction of Pigs as a New Animal Typenew contentMilestone

    Livestock farming gets richer with the addition of pigs.

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    New Railway System with Drivable Trainsnew contentMilestone

    Players can now transport goods using a new railway system.

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    New Railway System for Transportationnew contentMilestone

    A new railway system featuring drivable trains allows for alternative transportation of goods.

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    Introduction of Pigs as a New Animal Typenew contentMilestone

    Livestock farming expands with the addition of pigs.

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    New Environment: Goldcrest Valleynew contentMilestone

    A new environment for players to explore and farm.

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    New Environment: Goldcrest Valleynew contentMilestone

    Players will explore the new environment of Goldcrest Valley.

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  6. 11 events
    AGCO Brands Available for the First Timenew content

    Challenger, Fendt, Valtra, and Massey Ferguson brands are now included in the game.

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    Introduction of Sunflowers as a New Cropnew content

    Players can now farm sunflowers using new vehicles and equipment.

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    Introduction of Sunflowers as a New Cropnew content

    Players can now farm sunflowers using new vehicles and equipment.

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    Gameplay Trailer Releasedother

    The first gameplay trailer titled 'From Seeds to Harvest' has been released.

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    AGCO Brands Available for the First Timenew content

    Challenger, Fendt, Valtra, and Massey Ferguson brands are now included in the game.

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    Modding Support for ConsolesmoddingMilestone

    Modding support is now available on consoles, allowing players to download community-created content.

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    Farming Simulator 17 Release Date Announceddlc releaseMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 will be available on October 25th on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.

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    Largest Roster of Vehicles and Equipmentnew contentMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 features over 200 unique vehicles and equipment from 70 different brands.

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    Farming Simulator 17 Release Date Announceddlc releaseMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 will be available on October 25th on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.

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    Over 200 Unique Vehicles and Equipmentnew content

    Farming Simulator 17 features the largest roster yet with vehicles from 70 different brands.

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    Modding Support for ConsolesmoddingMilestone

    Players can download community-created content on consoles for the first time.

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  7. 8 events
    Introduction of Female Farmer Characternew contentMilestone

    Players can now select their avatar's gender and customize their clothes.

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    New Vehicles and Branded Machinerynew contentMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 introduces new vehicles and branded machinery for players to use.

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    Mod Support on Consolesnew contentMilestone

    For the first time, Farming Simulator 17 will allow modding on consoles.

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    Introduction of Female Farmer Characternew contentMilestone

    Players can now choose to play as a female farmer, reflecting diversity in agriculture.

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    New Vehicles and Branded Machinerynew contentMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 features new vehicles and branded machinery.

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    New Animals and Crop Typesnew contentMilestone

    Players will have new animals to care for and new crop types to cultivate.

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    New Animals and Crop Typesnew contentMilestone

    Players will have new animals to care for and new crop types to cultivate.

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    Mods Available on ConsolesmoddingMilestone

    For the first time, mods will be available on consoles.

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  8. 10 events
    New Environment and Vehicles Introducednew contentMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 showcases a new environment and new vehicles.

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    Modding Support on ConsolesmoddingMilestone

    Modding support makes its debut on consoles, allowing players to download community-created content.

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    New Animals to Breednew content

    Introduction of new animals to breed in Farming Simulator 17.

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    New Gameplay MechanicsgameplayMilestone

    New gameplay mechanics that enhance the game's richness and accessibility.

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    New Animals to Breednew content

    Introduction of new animals to breed in Farming Simulator 17.

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    Modding Support on ConsolesmoddingMilestone

    Modding support makes its debut on consoles, allowing players to download community-created content.

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    New Prestigious Brands Addednew content

    Brands like Challenger, Fendt, Massey Ferguson, and Valtra join the game.

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    New Brands and Vehiclesnew contentMilestone

    Introduction of prestigious brands like Challenger, Fendt, Massey Ferguson, and Valtra.

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    New Environment and Vehicles Introducednew contentMilestone

    Farming Simulator 17 showcases a new environment and new vehicles.

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    New Gameplay MechanicsgameplayMilestone

    New gameplay mechanics enhance the game's richness and accessibility.

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