The horizons of American Truck Simulator continue to broaden as the simulation prepares to welcome its latest territorial addition.
SCS Software recently unveiled a new development diary focused on the creation of the upcoming South Dakota expansion.
The latest preview invites players to explore the state’s industrial landscape. Map designers have utilized a diverse array of new assets to ensure every warehouse and depot possesses a distinct visual identity, with many facilities modeled closely after real-world locations.
Agriculture serves as the cornerstone of South Dakota’s economy, and truckers will pass numerous expansive farms while fulfilling deliveries across the state. Additionally, the developers have recreated the iconic “Great Plains Shelterbelt,” featuring characteristic rows of windbreak trees that define the local scenery.
The expansion will also highlight the region’s active logging industry:
Furthermore, players can expect to navigate massive open-pit quarries:
While a firm release date for the South Dakota DLC has not yet been established, interested fans can already add the expansion to their Steam wishlist here.
As is standard for early previews, the shared images represent a “work in progress” and may not fully reflect the final visual fidelity of the content.
Source: iXBT.games