Euro Truck Simulator 2

Realistic truck driver simulator Euro Truck Simulator 2 has allowed many players to feel the atmosphere of traveling on the road in a large truck, when there is not a soul around, and the journey is very long. This is a quality and well-thought-out sequel that gained fame for its slow pace and driving process, where you just need to steer and follow traffic rules. But getting into the shoes of a truck driver and becoming a cool cargo carrier is not so easy.

Welcome to the European continent, from Britain and Poland to Spain and Italy, filled with farms, villages, towns, cities, and metropolises, all connected by threads of different roads: from two-lane or wide highways to motorways. Thousands of kilometers of roads, different speed limits and traffic rules, the need to adapt to the traffic flow and respect other drivers — this is what awaits in Euro Truck Simulator 2. The time on the road will be brightened by various colorful landscapes.

The essence of Euro Truck Simulator 2 is simple — you need to transport cargo across Europe, between different cities and settlements. For this, you earn money and experience. The first goes to all expenses and the purchase of new vehicles, while the second allows you to unlock new trucks, trailers, and missions. The higher the level — the more money and the more complex the transports.

The career of a truck driver has two development options. You can open your own company, work around the clock, earn money, and hire new drivers. In this case, there will be more money, but expenses will fall on your shoulders: buying fuel, maintenance, and repairs, all at your expense. You will also have to pay fines and, if you damage the cargo, pay penalties.

The second option is to become a hired driver and serve other companies. This way, you can not only earn money but also try out different heavy trucks, choose the best ones, and then buy what you have already dealt with for your company. In this scenario, you won’t have to pay for anything, but the income will be more modest.

Notably, the game features a fatigue simulation system. After 9 hours of rest, you are allowed to drive for no more than 11 hours, after which you need to find a parking spot and rest. If you don’t do this, the driver will start to fall asleep, may get into an accident, and will definitely receive a mountain of fines for violating labor laws.

Each vehicle in the game has tuning options for the body, upgrades for all components and assemblies, painting in several ways, and giving a unique look with various trinkets.

Truck cabins are designed as realistically as possible, and they can be customized to your taste.

Good graphics, day and night transitions, changing weather, and the latter affects the gameplay. For example, if it is raining, visibility and grip on the road worsen, which means you need to drive slower.

There are many types of cargo, some of which, like explosives or chemicals, require special care during transportation.

There are two control modes — arcade, where you don't have to strain, and advanced. In the second case, you will understand that a truck is not a car; you need to drive carefully, considering the weight of the vehicle, its dimensions, and the time needed to maneuver.

Many expansions have been released for Euro Truck Simulator 2 — some added new tuning features, others added vehicles, some added kilometers of new roads, and others added accessories for the cabin. All this gave the game the appearance of a full-fledged, serious simulator, so when purchasing, be sure to check if all expansions are included.