Euro Truck Simulator 2 Breaks Player Record on Steam

Record Steam Players

More than 14 years after its release, Euro Truck Simulator 2 reached a historic peak of 90,948 concurrent players on Steam on November 12, as Hrej.cz reported.

That figure broke the previous record set in February by more than 17,000 users. The spike in traffic coincided with the launch of new downloadable content from Prague-based developer SCS Software, reported Zing.cz.

Bus Expansion Launch

The studio released the long-awaited “Coaches” expansion on Thursday, adding buses to the existing truck cargo gameplay. The add-on costs 14.99 euros, or roughly 370 crowns.

Players transport passengers across city routes and longer tourist trips, with 85% of early user reviews rating the content positively. The expansion immediately secured the second spot on Steam’s revenue-based sales chart.

Map Updates and Sales

The bus release followed a map expansion on Tuesday that opened up the Nordic region of Iceland. That geographical add-on landed at the twelfth position on the platform’s sales rankings.

SCS Software discounted the base game by 75% to 4.99 euros alongside the new releases, pushing the original 2012 title to the top spot on Steam’s bestseller list. Most other existing add-ons also received a 50% price cut during the promotional window.

Gameplay and Future Routes

The “Coaches” DLC includes the Scania Touring, Volvo 9700 DD, and MAN Lion’s Coach. Players must balance strict schedules with smooth driving, as sharp turns and sudden braking directly impact passenger satisfaction.

“SCS plánuje přidávat další licencované autobusy, úpravy vozidel a nové funkce do stávajícího rozšíření, místo aby je prodávalo jako samostatná DLC,” regarding the developer’s ongoing support plans.

Truck fans do not need to worry about buses taking priority, as developers continue to plan expansions for the original freight content. Future map updates will eventually add Ireland and Turkey to the simulation.

What equipment and updates players can expect

What equipment is required to play the new bus expansion?

The Coaches add-on requires the base version of Euro Truck Simulator 2 to run. Players can purchase the core simulator at a discounted rate on Steam.

Are the developers planning to release separate DLCs for additional buses?

SCS Software intends to add new licensed vehicles, vehicle adjustments, and features directly into the existing Coaches expansion rather than releasing them as standalone purchases.

Which regions are scheduled for upcoming map additions?

Developers plan to introduce Ireland and Turkey in future map updates following the recent release of Iceland.