SCS Software introduces some of the city landmarks in the ETS 2 Nordic Horizons DLC through a blog post. You can add this Northern Scandinavia map expansion, expected to release in 2025, to your Steam wishlist.

Along your journey through the northernmost part of Europe, you will come across plenty of historical buildings, beautiful sculptures, and other stunning structures. One of them is the Gävle Theater, a hallmark of Swedish theater architecture. Located in the heart of Gävle, a charming port town on Sweden’s east coast, this historic building was completed in 1878 and remains a testament to the city’s cultural heritage.

On the shores of the vast lake of Storsjön in Sweden’s midlands, you can come across the picturesque city of Östersund and its rådhus, or as we would call it, its city hall. The construction of this beautiful building, which was built in a national romantic style, began in 1909 and was finished three years later.

If you venture further north, you can spot the Akkats Hydroelectric Power Station, which is said to be the gateway to the “Great Lakes” and Laponia. This small dam is also a popular tourist destination as it is adorned with monumental paintings that symbolize the Sami lifestyle and culture.

Moving on to Finland, you can discover the Sea Eagle – Finnish Aviation Monument in the city of Vaasa on the west coast. This impressive statue symbolizes freedom and the spirit of flight and stands as a testament to the country’s rich aviation history.

In the Käpylä field alongside the National Highway 5, you can find roughly a thousand peat-headed characters standing still. The Silent People were created in 1988. What do you think is the meaning behind this art project? Well, you will have to figure it out yourself as the creator refuses to provide any answer, but it is a captivating sight nonetheless.

Another city landmark can be found in the middle of a roundabout in the Finnish city of Kuusamo which is located near the country’s eastern border. This sculpture is called The Surge and depicts a powerful wave.

Let’s go back to Sweden for a bit. Talented map designers have also recreated the beautiful Umeå City Church. It can be found in the center of the city. The church was inaugurated in 1894 in a place where two other churches were destroyed previously in history.

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Hotel Resorts

In ETS2’s Greece DLC, we will be able to deliver to five special hotel depots while traveling. To provide insights into the development process, Adrien, who is in charge of the project, says, “All of the hotels in this DLC are based on real locations, and each one is unique.” Players will also be able to find the real-life counterparts of these hotels. However, one hotel reference located in Rhodes had to be moved to Lesbos due to size limitations. The biggest challenge in this project was that custom depots were a new technology for ETS2. This was mentioned in previous blog posts. At the time, they didn’t have the advanced procedures they use today and learned a lot throughout the process.

Adrien continues his explanation. Researching hotels and selecting specific locations was particularly challenging because some locations lacked the necessary space for gameplay. To address this, they had to adjust the designs to ensure there was enough room for parking spots of varying difficulty levels while preserving the scenic charm of Greek hotels. Additionally, when designing the hotels, they focused on making the challenging parking spots even more difficult compared to other depots.

BIG in Greece

Special Transport operations are expanding! Drivers looking for speciality work in the Greece DLC will be pleased to know that oversized loads will be on offer in the Job Market.

Special Transport DLC owners will find contracts on offer between the following cities:

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Last time they introduced the coastal cities and the cities on the islands. You can find the cities of Athens, Patra and Thessaloniki in this article. Road to the Black Sea and West Balkans DLCs add 6 different border gates to be connected.

Embark on an exciting journey, our upcoming DLC adventure is here! This time, brace yourselves to traverse the captivating landscapes of Greece, where every route unveils the country’s breathtaking beauty and rich history. Explore the charm of inland Greece and discover enchanting islands, with approximately 14 cities waiting to be discovered. Picture yourself cruising through postcard-perfect villages, navigating winding roads, and passing iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in the centuries-old tapestry of Greek culture.

But there’s more to this adventure! Greece adds a fascinating dimension to your trucking experience, introducing hotel complexes and vibrant cotton farms as new depots. Get ready for a journey that goes beyond the ordinary, celebrating the sun-kissed coastlines and cultural wonders of this Mediterranean gem. Your trucking adventures are about to reach new heights!

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Kalamata 

Situated on the sun-soaked Peloponnese and famous worldwide for its olives, Kalamata offers visitors a perfect blend of history, stunning coastal scenery, landmarks and vibrant local culture. With its lively waterfront and charming old town, truckers will have a hard time leaving! We hope you agree with us when we say our team has beautifully recreated this area, including its narrow streets and architecture.

Kalamata is also home to a variety of industries, including the marina, olive farms, and the supermarket, offering plenty of delivery destinations and job contracts for truckers. Drivers can also take advantage of the ferry connection to travel onward to Crete, one of the largest and most populous Greek islands.

Kavala

Founded in the seventh century BC, Kavala was chosen by settlers for its strategic coastal position at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Today, Kavala remains an important economic centre of Northern Greece. Among other industries, you’ll find ones unique to the area, including a Marble processing plant, which Kavala is famous for producing.

While Kavala may not be the largest city, it is certainly picturesque! Built on a hillside, the city’s most prominent feature is the Kavala Fortress, also known as the Acropolis of Kavala, which overlooks the city and harbour and has been beautifully recreated in this DLC. Drivers can also take a ferry from here to several islands in the northern Aegean Sea!

Mytilene

As one of Greece’s oldest cities, dating back to ancient times, Mytilene is rich in history, from its scenic coastline to its unique architecture and historical landmarks such as the Fortress of Mytilene. As one the largest castles in the Mediterranean, this incredible landmark covers an area of 60 acres!

You can read more about this city and the industries you can find there in detail in a previous blog post, which you can find here.

Argostoli

Located in the Ionian Sea, Argostoli is the capital of Kefalonia Island. Whilst it is not the biggest city, with just a population of 10,000 residents, it is rich in beauty and history! On this island, you’ll find a variety of industries, as well as landmarks like the De Bosset Bridge, which is the largest stone bridge in seawater and has existed since 1813.

On the Island of Kefalonia, you’ll also find the town of Lixouri, which has become an increasingly popular spot for visitors who are looking to get away from the more popular destinations.

Chios

This is a city you might already be familiar with! As featured in our recent Greece – Gameplay Preview video on our official YouTube channel, Chios offers a charming blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Drivers can cruise along its picturesque seafront and navigate the city’s narrow streets, taking in the stunning views that draw so many visitors.

You’ll find plenty of other natural gems, as well as industries to deliver to and from on the island! We encourage you to explore it all and discover what’s around the corner!

Rhodes

Arguably one of the top tourist destinations in Europe, Rhodes is home to ancient and medieval sites, including The Medieval Old Town, which is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Whilst trucks are certainly not allowed near the old town, you will certainly see it from a distance! Drivers can also enjoy views of the Zefyros Beach on their travels.

On the Island, you’ll also come across other towns and settlements, including Faliraki, known for its long sandy beach and lively nightlife. Be sure to check it out as you explore Rhodes!

Heraklion and Chania

Located on the westernmost side of Crete, Chania is known for its blend of Venetian, Ottoman, and Greek influences. Here, truckers can find historical landmarks, beautiful coastal views and a strong local economy! Due to its long history and rich culture, the region of Chania has maintained its traditional architecture, which is evident throughout the city. Truckers looking to visit this city can arrive via Ferry through the Port of Souda.

Drivers can also discover the capital city of Crete, Heraklion. As a major tourist destination in Greece, it is known for historical landmarks, museums and archaeological sites. Drivers travelling to Heraklion via Ferry will arrive at the Heraklion Port Passenger Station, which has been recreated in detail. Truckers looking for work in the area can also find several depots to deliver to and from.

SCS Software’s team has worked hard to authentically capture Greece’s diversity, beauty, landmarks, vegetation, and industries.

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Athens

The capital city of Greece is generally considered to be the birthplace of Western civilization with its recorded history spanning over 3,400 years. Athens occupies a wide coastal plain that slopes down towards the Aegean, surrounded by the mountainous reliefs of Parnitha Penteli and Mount Hymettus.

Its port Piraeus is the 2nd busiest passenger port in Europe and at the same time the 13th largest container port in the world which is why it will be a centerpiece in our representation of Athens in the game along with the Ministry of Shipping & Island Policy building. You will get there through a major intersection we recreated including tollgates in the northwestern part of the city where four major routes meet.

Of course, you can look forward to plenty of industries such as a car dealership, a marble quarry, an oil refinery, a food logistics warehouse, a port logistics warehouse, and a gas station. If you want to find out more about how Athens is being developed, you can read an interview with our map designer Aartee, who is in charge of putting together the capital city.

Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece. It lies in the northern part of the country but is still located on the coast in the Thermaic Gulf. Its founding has been dated all the way back to the 4th century BCE.

Truckers will enter the city close to the huge Thessaloniki KTEL Intercity Bus Station with its atypical and iconic round roof. Naturally, you will be able to deliver in and out of multiple industries in this city. We already showed you the huge cement plant in Thessaloniki, but you can also haul cargo to a local gas station, cotton processing depot, logistics warehouse, container port, metal steelworks, a few construction sites, and a big oil refinery in the northern part of town.

Patras

The third largest city in Greece is located in the northern part of Peloponnese, not far south of the iconic Rio-Antirrio Bridge, which is the largest bridge in this map expansion and will feature tollgates. Accompanying this bridge are historical fortresses on both sides of the coast – Antirrio Castle and Rio Fortress.

As with the previous cities, truckers will be able to drive to the port which plays an important part in the economy of the city. Regarding industries, you can deliver in and out of a supermarket, car dealership, logistic warehouse, building materials market storage, and a nursery.

Trailer

https://twitter.com/SCSsoftware/status/1855641570164486538

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SCS Software has released the first preview gameplay video for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 Greece DLC. With the open beta for update 1.53, border crossings and the necessary sectors for compatibility with the map were added. While the official release date has not been announced, everyone is hoping the Greece DLC will be released by mid-December.

The video starts near the Corinth Canal in Greece, crossing the Isthmus Bridge and heading toward Athens. The route follows the highway, turning towards the city of Piraeus. The city of Athens is discovered around the Thiva and Elefsina turn-offs, and while following the Elefsina road, it descends into the port area of Piraeus. As it approaches, we see many settlements, industrial facilities, and other developments. The truck then boards a newly added ferry, which has a newly designed 3D model. It arrives at the port on the island of Chios and heads towards Hotel Artemia. The roads leading to the hotel are impressive, and from its location, Turkey’s Çeşme Peninsula is visible.

Let’s also mention the map since it appears during the video. Active cities have been added to the islands near Turkey’s border, including Lesbos, Chios, Rhodes, Crete, and, in the upper left, Kefalonia. Corfu hasn’t been included, as it’s quite a small place, but it can still be seen from the mainland.

Watch the video!

Keep in mind that this DLC is not completely finished yet, so everything you see in the gameplay video preview is still a work in progress and does not represent the final product.

You can add your wishlists here.

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The first blog post has been published for the Nordic forests featured in the Nordic Horizons DLC for ETS 2. Since the Nordic forests of Norway, Sweden, and Finland are some of Europe’s most beautiful and ecologically rich areas, the SCS Software team is sharing various new screenshots.

The northern regions of Finland, Sweden, and Norway share similar forest biomes. However, as we journey from south to north in these regions, we’ll notice some differences in how these forests have grown. In the northernmost parts of the region, the forests are characterized by sparse and open landscapes. Cold temperatures and a short growing season limit tree size and density, resulting in trees that grow more slowly and often live for many years. Together, these forests represent a beautiful tapestry of nature, showcasing the resilience and diversity of the boreal biome, from the majesty of the northern taiga to the vibrant woodlands in the south. These forests are vital for local wildlife and biodiversity, and they also provide a source of life and livelihood for those living in these remote parts of the world.

In the south, you can find denser and taller forests that benefit from milder temperatures and a longer growing season. The variety of tree species in these areas results in vibrant, green, and lush forests.

While the upcoming Nordic Scandinavia map expansion for Euro Truck Simulator 2 may not yet have revealed highly exciting images, all focus will shift here after the Greece DLC. You can add the Nordic Horizons DLC, which we expect to release by the end of 2025, to your wishlist.

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As we travel across various islands, we will encounter several natural landmarks, such as the Meteora Monasteries. Formed around 60 million years ago, these rock formations have gradually taken on their unique and varied shapes due to the eroding effects of water, wind, and extreme temperatures. At the top of these formations lies a complex of Eastern Orthodox monasteries, protected as a World Heritage Site.

Mount Olympus, also included in the DLC, is considered in Greek mythology as the abode of the gods and the throne of Zeus. Over the years, changing weather conditions have sculpted Olympus, forming deep gorges, elevated plateaus, smooth slopes, and sharp peaks, giving it a unique shape.

There are many more natural areas like this in the Greece DLC. One of them is Lake Polifitou, one of the largest artificial lakes in Greece. While traveling across the country, we will also see stunning coastal and island views. Additionally, when traveling from Albania in the West Balkans DLC, we will witness the impressive scenery of the Llogara Pass and reach Greece.

Twitter/X video trailer

Did you read our latest blog post about the Natural Landmarks and gems you can find in our upcoming Greece DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2?

From the abode of the Greek Gods to stunning coastlines, there is so much to discover!

See more at: https://t.co/BeggEAbWaX pic.twitter.com/TlPmHXbmZZ

— SCS Software (@SCSsoftware) October 30, 2024

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With the Euro Truck Simulator 2 – 1.53 update, the highly anticipated Volvo FH Series 4 truck is being refreshed. Five cities in Germany, including the capital Berlin, are being rebuilt. The update also includes automatic camera centering and some interface improvements.

You can provide feedback and report any issues in the SCS forum section created for the 1.53 update.

Germany Rework

The Germany rework project concludes with the 1.53 update, which brings the rebuild of Berlin, Munich, Mannheim, Leipzig, and Dresden. The SCS team has successfully raised all cities and highways in Germany to DLC-level standards. Each city and its surroundings, including famous landmarks, have been meticulously rebuilt with great detail.

Volvo FH Series 4 Rework

With the 1.53 update, the Volvo FH Series 4 truck is being completely refreshed after many years. The new Volvo FH truck was actually announced around two years ago, with the first phase including an updated version of the old truck model. The SCS team designed the renewed version of the older model using CAD data, making the model dimensions and other details much closer to reality. Various fenders, bumpers, spoilers, and other details were also revised. The cockpit textures and materials have been updated to match new Volvo standards.

The Volvo FH Tuning Pack DLC is also receiving an update, with all parts now compatible with the new changes. Additionally, a 25th Anniversary livery for the Volvo FH has been added. Further improvements may come throughout the open beta, and you can submit your feedback here.

When will the new Volvo FH arrive? The SCS team has not made any announcements. However, we are likely to see the new truck after 1.53 is completed.

Options QoL improvement

Improvements continue in the options menu following the new interface update. When changing an option with a default value, players will now see a visual indicator whenever a setting is adjusted or moved from its default state. Options set away from their default values will now appear with a small indicator next to the setting, making it easier to identify which settings have been changed from the default.

Smooth and Auto Camera Centring

With the 1.53 update, Automatic Camera Centering is coming to ETS 2. Players can now activate this new option, which automatically centers the camera after moving it, with various settings. For example, automatic centering can be set to durations between 1 to 5 seconds. If you turn the camera to the right with your mouse, it will automatically center back to the rear of the vehicle after 3 seconds. You can also set it to recenter instantly, quickly, moderately, or slowly. Players using head-tracking devices can disable this feature entirely, and it doesn’t come enabled by default after installing the update.

Changelog

Map 

• Germany Rework project – München, Mannheim, Leipzig, Dresden and Berlin

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Καλησπέρα, The Euro Truck Simulator 2 Greece DLC’s industries and logistics depots were introduced in a new blog post. With the Greece DLC, more exciting visuals are now being shared. We expect the DLC to be released before the end of 2024.

Researchers at SCS Software have once again done an excellent job finding new depots and industries that would be ideal for this southern map expansion. They decided to add a new food factory, cotton processing factory, olive farm, marble processing factory, and a logistics warehouse facility.

The olive processing industry is a very important sector in Greece, with a tradition dating back thousands of years. This Mediterranean country is actually the third-largest producer of olives in the world. The SCS team has also added an industry for cotton on the Greece map, just as they did for olives. Greece is noted as the largest cotton exporter in Europe, with more than 45,000 cotton farmers working there. Cotton actually takes up about 10% of the total agricultural land in Greece.

Marble, a critical resource in Greek architectural history, is also among the industries added to the game. This beautiful stone is renowned for its unique colors and veining patterns. Greece is one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of marble, and players will be able to deliver cargo to two marble processing factories. Turkey is also an important producer and exporter in the marble industry.

In addition to the above industries, a new food factory is being added to the map. Virtual truck drivers will be able to deliver and pick up food products here. This new 3D model will also be used in future map expansions. Additionally, SCS’s 3D model designers have created a small warehouse model specifically for some of Greece’s islands.

You can also look forward to completely new, custom-made depots for Euro Truck Simulator 2. Each depot has been individually designed and added by the map designers, making them entirely unique. The Greece map expansion will feature various custom depots, including quarries, farms, a shipyard, and gas stations, where players will be able to deliver cargo. There is also another unique custom depot that they will reveal later.

Twitter video

A big preview of Greece's industries & custom depots just arrived!

Today, we're giving you a detailed sneak peek at some of the new industries and custom depots featured in the upcoming Greece DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2

See more here https://t.co/xq2vAbH9jb pic.twitter.com/facF7V43ny

— SCS Software (@SCSsoftware) October 22, 2024

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