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Euro Truck Simulator 2 is a truck simulator game developed and published by SCS Software for Microsoft Windows, Linux, and macOS and was initially released as open development on 19 October ^[1] The game is a direct sequel to the game Euro Truck Simulator and it is the second video game in the Truck Simulator series. The basic premise of the game is that the player can drive one of a choice of articulated trucks across a condensed depiction of Europe, picking up cargo from various locations and delivering it. As the game progresses, it is possible for the player to buy more vehicles and depots, as well as hire other drivers to work for them.

The game has sold over 5 million units on Steam as of July , according to the metrics website Steam Spy.^{[2][better&#;source&#;needed]}

Gameplay[edit]

Driver's view from a DAF XF during gameplay.

Players choose their HQ's location in any of the game map's cities. At first, the player can only take what is known as Quick jobs—these jobs involve making hired driver deliveries while employed by a delivery company, with a provided truck and all expenses (fuel, road tolls, ferry crossings) covered. As the player earns money or takes bank loans, they can eventually afford to buy themselves a truck, acquire a home garage, and start accepting better-paying jobs by using their own truck instead of being a driver for hire with gear being supplied. Money earned in the game can be spent on upgrading or purchasing new trucks, hiring NPC drivers to take on deliveries, buying more garages and expanding the home garage to accommodate more trucks and drivers. The skills of the drivers hired by the player also grow with experience and the player can create a huge fleet of the trucks and drivers expanding the business across Europe.

As players progress and earn money, they are also able to purchase their own trailers, which can be fully customized in the same way as trucks. Player-owned trailers can be used to receive and deliver cargo at existing storage locations. Like trucks, trailers can also be allocated to company employees, resulting in higher income.

The player gains experience points after each delivery. A skill point is awarded after each level-up. Skill points can be used to unlock deliveries that require different ADR classes, longer distance deliveries, special cargo loads, fragile cargo loads, deliveries that are urgent and eco-driving. This progression allows the player to take on better-paid jobs.

The base game features 71 cities in twelve countries, over twenty types of cargo and over fifteen fictional European companies. There are six map DLCs that expand the game to more countries and locations, and multiple other truck and trailer DLCs.

The game also features a "Radio" feature, which allows players to play imported MP3 and OGG files. It also allows the player to listen to Internet radio.

The game includes two new truck companies, Scania and Renault, with MAN returning from the original game. Initially, DAF, Iveco, Mercedes-Benz and Volvo trucks were not officially licensed and had their names changed to DAV, Ivedo, Majestic and Valiant respectively. Later updates included the official branding for the DAF XF,^[3]Volvo FH, Iveco Stralis,^[4]Scania Streamline^[5] and Mercedes-Benz Actros.^[6] In the new Scania S and R were introduced.^[7] The MAN TGX Euro 6 was added as a playable vehicle on 8 February ,^[8] followed by the Renault T on 26 September ^[9]

Development[edit]

Initially released for Windows and available for purchase & download via SCS's own website, the game would eventually be added to Steam in January ^[10] Expanding beyond the Windows version, SCS announced in March that they were developing a Mac version of the game.^[11][12] One month later they released a Linux beta version of the game to the public through Steam.^[13] On 27 February, they stated "the Mac OS port of ETS 2 is taking longer than anybody would like, but trust us, we are still working hard on it."^[14] Finally, on 19 December , they announced on their blog that the OS X version of the game is ready for a public beta available on Steam.^[15] On 21 January a bit version of Euro Truck Simulator 2 was released, which allows for more memory to be used by the game.

In July , a large update was released, fixing various graphical glitches, improving the toll booths and included the ability to switch off the trucks' speed limiter from within the gameplay options.^[16]

In October , SCS announced support for the Oculus Riftvirtual reality headset which became available in the beta update released in March ^[17][18]

In May , ETS 2 was updated out of beta with patch ^[19] In July , ETS 2 released an open beta of patch on Steam. The full patch contains 3 new cities in Austria and Italy, along with an improved layout and UI, a way to adjust your seating in the cabin, and a feature that allows you to sell/trade your garages. In January , ETS 2 was updated with support for 64 bit, and officially released for OS X.^[20] On 8 September , SCS Blog announced the completion of 5 years of their blog as well as the upcoming feature in v (Cabin Accessories DLC).^[21]

In February , SCS released Update for ETS 2 which added a brand new truck, the MAN TGX Euro 6 and numerous bug fixes.^[22]

In June , SCS released Update for ETS 2 which added loads more features such as GPS voice navigation, DirectX 11 Experimental Support, Razer Chroma support and various map changes across Europe, with the most predominant changes happening in Germany to the Autobahn system.^[23]

In December , SCS released Update ETS 2 which added a new French Island Corsica for Vive la France DLC, DX11 full support, Detours, Chinese and other non-Latin character input (IME), Anti-aliasing improvements and more.^[24]

Downloadable content[edit]

Map expansion packs[edit]

Euro Truck Simulator 2 offers several DLC base map expansion packs. Below is a list of major expansion packs provided by the developers.

Paint Jobs[edit]

A set of Halloween-themed paint jobs was released exclusively on Valve's Steam store on 24 October ^[41][42] On 10 December , a set of winter themed paint jobs^[43][44] called Ice Cold were released. These themes can be applied to any truck in the game. On 4 April , SCS Software released six more paint jobs in a DLC pack called "Force of Nature" and all paint jobs are still Steam DLC only. The Going East! DLC however, is both Steam and Non-Steam DLC. Finally, in the / update there are 5 new paint schemes with the UK, Irish, Scottish, American, and Canadian flags. On 3 October , SCS Software released some colorschemes based on the German flag, prior to the 24th anniversary of the reunion of Germany. During December and January on World of Trucks only, there was an exclusive paint skin that many players still have called the Ravens Paint Pack. It included only two Raven style paints (1 blue, 1 gold), and was only unlocked if you delivered Christmas trailers the approximate distance from Praha, Czech Republic to the Geographic North Pole which in the end came down to 2, miles (4,&#;km). The Ravens Paint Pack DLC was originally not available for purchase; however on 6 March SCS Software released it as a paid-DLC, with some additional content, through Steam for US$^[45][46]

High Power Cargo Pack[edit]

High Power Cargo Pack DLC expands the cargo range in the game by adding custom cargoes. The new cargoes are usually large, long and heavy and include a helicopter, various tractors and drillers, air conditioners and even a yacht. An extra bonus included with the pack is a special Heavy Duty customizable paint job.

Schwarzmüller Trailer Pack[edit]

On 16 September SCS released the first officially licensed trailer pack for the game. The Schwarzmüller Trailer Pack added five new and original modelled Trailers of the Austrian-based trailer constructor Schwarzmüller into the game.^[47]

Cabin Accessories[edit]

The Cabin Accessories DLC adds various items to customize the cabin of your truck, such as banners, pennants, bobbleheads, a portable navigator and even fuzzy dice which will respond to the cabin's movements. It was released on 30 September ^[48]

Steam Workshop integration[edit]

In the beta, SCS Software integrated Valve's Steam Workshop into the game, allowing mod authors to upload their creations onto the Euro Truck Simulator 2 Steam Workshop page. This lets players subscribe to a mod and Steam will download and install it to their game. These mods range from trailers and companies to new trucks and sound packs. Mod authors use a tool named SCS Workshop Uploader to get their mods published on the Workshop Page.^[49]

Heavy Cargo Pack[edit]

On 12 May , SCS released the Heavy Cargo Pack DLC which added eight new cargo types. Each cargo is large and very heavy in weight, and is transported on a special trailer with steerable rear axles.

Special Transport[edit]

The Special Transport DLC was released on 13 December , consisting of even heavier cargoes that exceed regular cargo regulations, with escort vehicles that will help guide the player deliver cargo at short distances. Unlike regular and heavy cargoes, the player cannot make stops at rest areas, gas stations or deviate away from escort vehicles.

Krone Trailer Pack[edit]

Released on 18 September , the Krone Trailer Pack is the second licensed trailer pack to be added (only after the Schwarzmüller Trailer Pack),^[50] the DLC adds 6 new trailers and various accessories.

Reception[edit]

The game was generally well received by critics, holding a score of 79/ on Metacritic, indicating "generally favorable reviews".^[51]

In a review for Destructoid, Jim Sterling praised the game's accessibility, noting how easy the GPS and map features were to use, as well as the option to stream European internet radio, and the multitude of control options available. He also praised the graphics, stating that "[f]rom the shape of the traffic lights to the atmosphere of the backdrops, there's a sense of individuality to each new territory you uncover, and the trucks themselves are lovingly recreated with an intricate level of detail", although he did criticise the AI of the other vehicles on the road.^[52]

In a similarly favourable review, Tim Stone of PC Gamer called it "unexpectedly engrossing", praising the size of the map and the variation of the roads and scenery available. He did however have reservations about the accuracy of the surroundings, commenting "no one seems to have told SCS’s countryside crafters that rural Britain features long green things called hedges. Cities are often depicted with the shortest of visual shorthand – a few warehouses, the odd landmark if you’re lucky."^[53]

Awards[edit]

Rock, Paper, Shotgun listed Euro Truck Simulator 2 ninth on their list of "The 25 Best Simulation Games Ever Made".^[54]

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