We are thrilled to invite our community to jump into the Open Beta for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 1.60 update. Your hands-on testing is invaluable to us, so if you encounter any glitches or have suggestions for improvement, please share your insights in the dedicated section of our official forums.
Your passion helps us refine the trucking experience, and we are excited to see how you enjoy these latest additions. Let’s dive into what’s new in this release.
Introducing Game Radio
Update 1.60 debuts “Game Radio,” an immersive audio suite designed to elevate your time behind the wheel. Rather than a static playlist, this system offers five distinct stations, each curated to provide a unique atmosphere for your long-haul journeys.
Whether you prefer guitar-heavy rock, American roots, electronic beats, pop, or chill lo-fi, stations like Rust FM, Escape, PUMP IT!, Pop Gear, and Roadio have you covered. Notably, Escape is fully stream-safe for content creators. You can manage your audio via the new in-game widget (accessible via F6), which displays track info and artist details.
For more details on the tech behind this feature, head over to our official blog post.
Refined Material System
We’ve overhauled how vehicle interiors interact with light. This improved material system renders surfaces like leather, metal, and fabric with newfound depth and realism, even in dimly lit conditions. Dynamic cubemaps ensure your cabin environment reacts naturally to ambient light.
Initially, this upgrade applies to the DAF NGD and MAN TG3 TGX, with more vehicles receiving these visual enhancements in future updates. Discover more about the technical side of this overhaul on our blog.
Lighting Enhancements and Volvo FH Updates
We have polished global lighting to better balance exposure and contrast, particularly during harsh weather events, ensuring a more consistent visual aesthetic. Furthermore, the Volvo FH Series 6 now features new aerodynamic roof deflectors for several cab variants and updated black A-Pillar trim, mirroring the design of the latest real-world models to optimize airflow and efficiency.
Job Details and Rest System Improvements
We are rolling out a new Job Details Widget to give you quick access to cargo weight, income, and destination data without needing to pause. Additionally, your GPS now provides estimated arrival times and remaining distance at a glance.
Finally, we’ve expanded the rest mechanic. You now have more control over your sleep schedule. The fatigue system is now split into “Rest State” and “Mandatory Break,” providing a more realistic and strictly managed regulatory experience for long-haul drivers. Learn more about these changes in our detailed guide.
Changelog Summary
- Vehicles: Volvo FH Series 6 upgrades.
- Visuals: Advanced material system and lighting polish.
- Audio: Introduction of the new Game Radio system.
- UX/UI: Job Details Widget and enhanced Rest Mechanics.
Note: As this is an Open Beta, expect potential instability. We encourage you to report any issues on our forums. If you wish to join the testing branch, navigate to your Steam Library, right-click Euro Truck Simulator 2, go to Properties > Betas, and select public_beta from the dropdown menu.