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American Truck Simulator: DLC "Illinois" released

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam erhältlich: “Illinois”.

Welcome to the beautiful Prairie State! Illinois showcases the best of what the USA has to offer. Hop into your rig, hit the legendary Route 66, and journey through Springfield, the state’s historic capital, to Chicago, one of the Midwest’s most iconic cities. Travel alongside the mighty Mississippi River, which defines the state’s western border. Discover charming river towns, classic steamboats, and scenic vineyards dotting the landscape. In the southern part of Illinois, experience a blend of cities, lush farmland, and quaint small towns. Meanwhile, the northeastern region is a bustling hub of urban and suburban life, anchored by Chicago, the nation’s third-largest city, nestled on the bank of Lake Michigan. Illinois is not just about its picturesque landscapes, you can also be sure there will be no shortage of jobs waiting for you. The state ranks among the nation’s leaders in exports, agricultural production, and manufacturing as it lies within both the old industrial belt and the fertile agricultural heart of the country. Chicago serves as a national railroad hub, its international airport is one of the busiest in the world, and the state’s highways and waterways are always busy with traffic. This DLC entices you to: Explore 11 faithfully recreated cities, such as Chicago, Springfield, Rockford, and Peoria! See iconic landmarks like Chicago’s Buckingham Memorial Fountain, the Springfield State Capitol, or the Rock Valley College, and a meticulously recreated downtown in Rockford. Deliver cargo to brand-new industries, including a construction equipment factory and dealer, marinas on Lake Michigan and Rend Lake, and Chicago’s famous international airport. Discover 7 scenic towns (settlements) like Macomb or Chenoa. Drive from the starting point of the legendary Route 66 in Chicago! Explore stunning natural locations including Rend Lake, the Mississippi River, Shawnee National Forest, and Lake Michigan. Become the vital link in Illinois’ national rail network, picking up cargo from Chicago’s Intermodal hub and delivering it by truck across the state. Enjoy varied driving conditions, from wide-open plains, hilly and forested areas to bustling urban streets in big cities. Uncover hidden gems across Illinois, from hidden roads and viewpoints to easter eggs and more!

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.59 released

Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Also the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.59 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map Benelux Rework Release Volvo Trucks Experience Center Vehicles Thermo King Update Gameplay Tow to Road Feature UI/UX Advisor Update - Finances & Damage Widgets Skills UX Redesign QoL UI/UX Changes Improved News Banner Readability World Map Pin Enhancements Save Icon Update Garage Cutscene Skipping D-pad Accessibility Improvements Visuals Height Blend Improvements Sounds Traffic Sound Rework Other Detour Feature Maintenance

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.59 veröffentlicht

Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator, the huge update 1.59 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog: Gameplay Tow to Road Feature UI/UX Advisor Update - Finances & Damage Widgets Skills UX Redesign QoL UI/UX Changes Improved News Banner Readability World Map Pin Enhancements Save Icon Update Garage Cutscene Skipping D-pad Accessibility Improvements Visuals Height Blend Improvements Sounds Traffic Sound Rework Other Detour Feature Maintenance

OpenTTD: Version 15.3 released

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

OpenTTD, the open source implementation of Transport Tycoon Deluxe, has been released in version 15.3.

OpenTTD 15.3 2026-04-04 Posted by 2TallTyler It’s April, time for a new OpenTTD version? Sort of. We’re hard at work on features for OpenTTD 16, but in the meantime we’ve fixed a few bugs including a multiplayer desync triggered by train crashes. Fixes incude: Don’t desync multiplayer clients when a train crashes When a helicopter runs out of fuel near the map edge, crash it within the map instead of the void (which crashes the whole game) Improve appearance of toolbars and main menu images/text with some non-default base sets such as aBase, biggui, and original TTD

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: DLC "Bobcat Cargo Pack" released

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Both for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 and the American Truck Simulator a new (paid) DLC is now available on Steam for Linux: the “Bobcat Cargo Pack”. Both together are also available as a Bündel, which costs less.

Transport tough Bobcat machinery across Europe! The Bobcat Cargo Pack DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2 adds a range of authentic haulable cargoes from Bobcat’s product lineup, along with stylish Bobcat accessories to customize your truck cabin. For over 60 years, Bobcat has built compact, hardworking machines trusted by individuals, operators, and businesses across a wide range of industries. Designed to perform in tight spaces, on tough terrain, and in demanding conditions, Bobcat equipment is made to get the job done. Now it’s your turn to play a vital role in the supply chain - transport excavators, wheel loaders, forklifts, telehandlers, and more to industries across the in-game world! Cargoes included in this DLC: Agricultural Telehandler - Bobcat TL30.70 Compressor - Bobcat PA12.7v Excavator - Bobcat E60 Forklifts - Bobcat D30 Mini Excavator - Bobcat E10e Skid-Steer Loader - Bobcat S86 Wheel Loader - Bobcat L95 Don’t forget to really get into the Bobcat spirit by decorating the cabin of your truck with these branded accessories: Bobcat General Utility Gloves Bobcat Protective Cap Bobcat Safety Helmet Bobcat Polo Shirt Bobcat Reflective Vest

OpenTTD: Version 15.2 released

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

OpenTTD, the open source implementation of Transport Tycoon Deluxe, has been released in version 15.2.

OpenTTD 15.2 2026-02-18 Posted by peter1138 Hopefully the last bug fix release in this series, OpenTTD 15.2: refix FluidSynth and badge filters which were meant to be fixed in 15.1. crash on start up on mac OS with 2x or more interface scaling. and a few fixes for various crashes reported in 15.1.

Full changelog: https://cdn.openttd.org/openttd-releases/15.2/changelog.md Downloads: https://www.openttd.org/downloads/openttd-releases/latest.html

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.58 released

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Also the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.58 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Gameplay Driving Academy - Double Trailer Handling Vehicles Renault Trucks T Update Scania R & S Update IVECO S-Way 6x2 Update Vehicle Behaviour Physics Update Map Map Changes in Preparations for Coaches UI Tutorial Redesign & Contextual Hints Route Advisor Redesign Quick Info Feature Management Screen Improvements Truck Configurator Improvements

American Truck Simulator: huge Update 1.58 released

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.58 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog: Gameplay Driving Academy - Double Trailer Handling Vehicles Vehicle Behaviour Physics & Collisions Update Map Route 66 Rework Project Map Changes In Preparations for Road Trip New Truck Garages UI Tutorial Redesign & Contextual Hints Route Advisor Redesign Quick Info Feature Management Screen Improvements Truck Configurator Improvements

OpenTTD: Version 15.1 released

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

OpenTTD, the open source implementation of Transport Tycoon Deluxe, has been released in version 15.1.

OpenTTD 15.1 2026-01-24 Posted by 2TallTyler Brr, it’s cold out, especially in the subarctic climate where we’ve been testing some snowy bugfixes. Yes, it’s time for a bug fixing release, OpenTTD 15.1. The list of fixes include: Trees grow on partially-snowy tiles again Town cargo graphs show correct dates The online content list no longer loses name and version at some font sizes A variety of other bugfixes, including a critical security fix; see the full changelog for more details

OpenTTD: Version 15.0 released

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

OpenTTD, the open source implementation of Transport Tycoon Deluxe, has been released in version 15.0.

OpenTTD 15.0 2026-01-01 Posted by 2TallTyler New Year, New You, New OpenTTD! OpenTTD 15 is now out and ready for you to play! New features include: Companies in multiplayer no longer have passwords, invite specific players using buttons in the Online Players list instead Island maps can be surrounded by infinite water instead of void Rivers can end in wetlands if unable to reach sea Bridges can be placed over stations and road stops Roads can now have waypoints Houses can be placed manually Industries and towns have graphs of their cargo history Improvements to menus, including a new main menu and a combined game options and settings window Many more features, changes, and fixes

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Louisiana" released

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam: “Louisiana”.

Embark on a journey to the Pelican State nestled in the south of the U.S.. Discover the subtropical climate of the state, which has allowed the magnificent brooding scenery of coastal bayous, and lush, dank vegetation to thrive. Truckers can look forward to the beautiful and iconic landscape of this southern state, historical cities, miles and miles of long winding roads, and also the Mississippi River delta that has helped shape how the area looks today. Louisiana has a diverse variety of industries ranging from agricultural production, fishing, forestry, to petroleum, gas, and coal. Thanks to this, drivers can haul plenty of different cargo types in and out of the Pelican State. We cannot understate the importance of waterways in this state, especially its canal system and the crucial role its ports play, such as the port of New Orleans, which ranks among the busiest in the country in terms of volume of seaborne freight handled, so there is plenty of cargo to transport for everyone! 11 explorable cities including New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Shreveport See several landmarks such as the Baton Rouge Capitol, the Superdome in New Orleans, and the Gothic Jail in DeRidder. Truck through 11 scenic towns (settlements) like Abbeville, Bastrop, or Mansfield. Visit the Avery Island featuring a famous hot chilli sauce factory. Venture into the Bayou region, a defining part of this southern state’s identity. Drive across the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway or the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge. Discover and admire colonial architecture in cities such as New Orleans, Houma, and Lafayette. Immerse yourself in history along the banks of the Mississippi River and explore plantation complexes such as Oak Alley, Laura, and San Francisco. Deliver to unique industries such as LNG Terminals and Oil Services. Several new custom depots in the form of timber harvest sites, river ports, and shipyards!

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Nordic Horizons" and "Forest Machinery" released

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Two new (paid) DLC called “Nordic Horizons” and “Forest Machinery” for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 are now available for Linux on Steam!

Explore the Nordic Horizons map expansion, which takes truckers through the captivating landscapes of northern Scandinavia! The DLC features the expansive fjords of Norway all the way to the Arctic Ocean, challenging bridges, underwater tunnels, coastal fishing villages, and narrow roads, complete with reindeer sometimes visible along the roadside. Drive through Sweden’s Norrland, offering a diverse environment, from settled regions along the main E4 road to the barren hills of the Scandinavian mountains. Finland’s Lapland, with its dense coniferous forests the expansive barren tundra, presents a stark contrast to the southern part of the country. The DLC showcases typical Nordic architecture and delves into Viking history. Additionally, Nordic Horizons promises a seamless blend of nature, history, and trucking excitement. Get ready for a seriously HUGE adventure with this expansion, which offers so much to explore! 40 meticulously recreated cities, including Trondheim, Oulu, or Sundsvall. See beautiful landmarks scattered across the landscape, such as the Sundsvall Bridge or the Dora complex in Trondheim! Deliver new cargoes and discover fresh industries such as a waste recycling facility, a large underground mine in Kiruna, and lots of custom made farms and sawmills. Enjoy cruising through 30 scenic towns (settlements), including Nordjoskbotn, Malung, Viitasaari, and more! Navigate a rich variety of roads, including major highways, winding backroads, city streets, or even some dirt trails. Venture through a selection of beautifully recreated city centers, designed as faithfully as possible to capture each city’s unique beauty. Drive all the way to the iconic globe in Nordkapp, marking the northernmost point of mainland Europe. Explore stunning historic cities like Gavle, Umea, or Kristiansund. Try out the dynamic loading and unloading feature at selected depots. A great diversity of job opportunities is waiting for truckers with over 200 depots! Experience the beauty of the Northern Lights and the wonderful diversity of nature. Accurately adjusted daylight based on real-world timing in northern Europe.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.57 released

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Also the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.57 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Vehicles Dynamic Cargo Loading and Unloading Scania R/S SUPER, 770 V8 + Smart Dash Special Transport DLC Update Krone Trailer Pack DLC Update Added new AI truck variants to traffic Adjustable trailer suspension height controls added Map Scandinavia Refresh Visual HDR Support Reworked Players’ Company Logos & Paint Jobs UX Cursor Navigation Enhancements

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.57 released

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.57 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map Minor Existing Gas Stations Changes (Preparation for Road Trip) Visual HDR Support Reworked Players’ Company Logos UX Cursor Navigation Enhancements

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: DLC "KRONE Agriculture Equipment" released

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 and the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam: the KRONE Agriculture Equipment.

Introducing the Krone Agriculture Equipment! Expand your hauling experience in Euro Truck Simulator 2 with this DLC. The Krone Agriculture Equipment adds a fresh variety of cargo types, featuring cutting-edge machinery from Krone – a globally recognized leader in agricultural equipment. Take on the essential role of supporting the farming industry by transporting high-performance machines used by both local farms and large-scale agricultural companies. Your deliveries will help fuel the growth of agriculture across Europe. This DLC includes the following cargoes: Disk Mower - Krone EasyCut B 880 CV Forage Harvester - Krone BiG X 1180 Mower Conditioner - Krone BiG M 450 Rotary Rakes - Krone Swadro TC 1370 Round Baler - Krone Comprima V 190 XC Square Baler - Krone BiG Pack 1290 XC HDP Wagon - Krone GX 520 And don’t forget to decorate your cabin with these themed accessories: Krone Plush Krone Mug Krone Glasses Krone Cap Krone Air Freshener

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.56 released

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Also the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.56 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Gameplay Camera Zoom - Hold/Toggle Vehicles HS-Schoch Tuning Pack DLC Update Special Transport DLC Update - CZ LOKO Schmitz Cargobull Trailer Pack DLC Update Visual Height Blend UI New Career Creation and Start-up Flow Management UI/UX Improvements Other DLC Browser

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.56 released

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.56 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Gameplay Dynamic cargo improvements Camera zoom - hold/toggle Visual Height blend UI Career creation – redesigned UI/UX and start-up flow Management UI/UX improvements Other DLC browser - redesigned

Virtual Rides 3: Update 2.7 and DLC "Ride Pack #3 (Noise Machine & Power Dive)" released

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The funfair simulator Virtual Rides 3 receives with the new Update 2.7 some more improvements. Also the (paid) DLC “Ride Pack #3 (Noise Machine & Power Dive)” has been released, which includes two new rides.

Update 2.7: More rides & fixes Hello, today we present you the latest update 2.7. New rides This update also includes two new rides! “Noise Machine” and “Power Dive” are now available. Other Changes: Improved: Background walls and lightbox signs are now slightly illuminated at night. Fixed: The Chopper ride’s damping was too aggressive when parking. Fixed: An issue where restraints on the Chopper ride could be opened while upside down. Fixed: Visitors no longer being pushed into the moving parts on certain rides. Fixed: An issue preventing visitors from queuing up properly for the Astronaut ride. Fixed: Missing Level of Detail (LOD) on the Haunted Spin ride. Fixed: Effects are now controllable after switching design presets. Fixed: Removed a duplicate dual-color option from the lighting menu and replaced it with a new combination. Fixed: The Salsa ride’s damping was too aggressive. Fixed: A trailer clipped through a building on one map tile. Fixed: The player’s default starting position has been corrected. Fixed: Several other minor issues have been resolved.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Farm Machinery" released

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has been released for Linux on Steam: “Farm Machinery”.

Agriculture plays a vital role in Europe’s landscape, economy, and culture. From small family farms to large industrial operations, farmers depend on a wide range of equipment to keep their fields productive, but none of it would arrive without you, the trucker, delivering it. Take on the challenge of hauling powerful tractors and other machinery built for the biggest jobs in modern farming. The Farm Machinery DLC for ETS2 features 9 cargo types to haul, represented by our in-game brands Owl and Greenler. After finding success in American Truck Simulator, these brands are now making their mark in the European market. Each machine has been designed with detail by our talented vehicles and art teams, offering drivers a fresh set of hauling challenges across the diverse road network of Euro Truck Simulator 2. So what cargoes are included in this pack? Get ready to haul: Autonomous Tractor Articulated Crawler Tractor Forage Harvester Grain Trailer Square Baler Disc Harrows Fertilizer Spreader Planter Sprayer Seeding Combinations But there’s more to this DLC than just what’s behind your truck. We’re also bringing the charm of farm life into your truck cabin with a set of delightful, agriculture-themed accessories. These decorations let you personalize your space and carry a piece of the countryside with you wherever you drive. Included cabin accessories: Lunch Box Scarecrow Straw Hat Stuffed Autonomous Tractor Harvester Toy

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Iowa" released

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam: “Iowa”.

Set out on an epic journey to Iowa in American Truck Simulator! Explore the Hawkeye State as you drive along the iconic I-80 to the capital city of Des Moines and discover charming towns along the Mississippi River. The Hawkeye State is a blend of natural beauty, rich agricultural heritage, and vibrant cities steeped in culture and history. The state is also dotted with plenty of roadside attractions. If you take the time to explore, you’ll find Iowa is home to many unique landmarks, which we encourage you to discover and even take a photo or two. Make the most of your visit to the Hawkeye State and enjoy every moment as you: Truck through 12 cities including Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Burlington, Iowa City, and more! Discover beautifully recreated landmarks like the Iowa State Capitol, Historic Cedar Covered Bridge, Tree in the Middle of the Road, or the world’s largest grain bins. Deliver cargo to or from new depots – the agricultural factory and agricultural dealer. Visit the biggest truck stop we have ever built in ATS on Interstate 80! Become a vital part in transporting farm produce from the Hawkeye State all over the USA. Explore more than 15 scenic towns (settlements) on your travels such as Spencer, Clear Lake, Dyersville, Oskaloosa, or Traer! Pick up and deliver equipment and goods to the Aluminum Factory, a brand-new prefab depot featuring custom-designed assets. Admire the state’s stunning expansive hills with terraced fields and picturesque farms. Keep goods flowing in and out of Iowa’s huge ethanol plant depots, supporting its lead in U.S. ethanol production. Uncover Iowa’s hidden gems, find hidden roads, viewpoints, and more!

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.55 released

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Also the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.55 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Gameplay Driving Academy - Truck Driving Proficiency Map improvements - “My Location” hotkey Vehicles FH Tuning Pack DLC Update for Volvo FH Series 6 Visual Custom city intros for Vive la France ! DLC Mail UX redesign Options QoL Improvements - Graphics settings visualisation Other Steam achievements update with text and icon improvements Save manager improvements Asynchronous loading

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.55 released

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.55 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Gameplay Driving Academy - Truck Driving Proficiency Map Improvements - “My Location” Hotkey Map New additional content for the Nebraska DLC - US-20, US-81, US-75 & the settlement of Laurel Vehicles Fifth Generation Freightliner Cascadia Update Kenworth T680 Update FlowBelow Painted Parts Farm Machinery DLC Update Visual Custom city intros for New Mexico DLC Mail UX redesign Options QoL Improvements - Graphics settings visualisation Other Steam achievements update with text and icon improvements Save manager improvements Asynchronous loading

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Missouri" released

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Another (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam: “Missouri”.

Get ready for an epic trucking journey to Missouri in American Truck Simulator! Explore vibrant cities and the state’s diverse landscapes, from the rolling Ozark hills to charming small towns and vast farmlands. New depots, iconic landmarks, and stunning underground warehouses bring the state’s rich character to life and add realism to your trucking adventures. Engage in the heartbeat of Missouri’s agriculture, transporting farm produce amidst fresh crops and rural vibes. Whether you’re navigating urban streets in Saint Louis or cruising through the serene countryside, Missouri offers a diverse and exciting trucking experience. Make the most of your visit to the wonderful Show Me State and enjoy every moment as you discover: 12 meticulously recreated cities including St. Louis, Kansas City, St. Joseph, and Jefferson City. See beautiful landmarks scattered across Missouri such as the iconic Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City, the City Hall in Cape Girardeau and many more! Deliver new cargo and discover fresh industries such as a superstructure factory, feedmill and a historic beverage factory. Enjoy trucking through 9 scenic towns (settlements). Drive across the impressively large Bagnell Dam. Visit Springfield, the birthplace of Route 66. Transport goods to four unique underground warehouses. Stop by the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks and explore the vast Ozark Mountains. Uncover the hidden treasures of Missouri’s countryside, forests, viewpoints, road network and more.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.54 released

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Also the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.54 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Gameplay Cargo System Redefined Driving Academy Rewards Vehicles Volvo FH Series 5, Volvo FH Series 6, and Iveco S-Way added to Driving Academy Visual Truck Adjustment Menu Redesign Other PhysX Implementation

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.54 released

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.54 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Gameplay Cargo System Redefined Driving Academy Rewards Visual Truck Adjustment Menu Redesign First Launch Screen Flow Refresh Vehicles Lode King & Prestige Trailers Pack bug fixes Other PhysX Implementation

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Greece" released

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC called “Greece” for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for Linux on Steam!

Embark on an exciting journey to 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. Picture yourself cruising through postcard-perfect villages, navigating winding roads, and passing iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in the centuries-old tapestry of Greek culture. 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: Explore 15 major cities across Greece, including Athens and Thessaloniki, alongside smaller towns and settlements. Travel via Ferry to the islands of Lesbos, Chios, Kefalonia, Crete and Rhodes. Discover unique historical and natural landmarks including the Meteora Monasteries, the Fortress of Mytilene, Mount Olympus, the Corinth Canal and more! Travel through diverse terrains, from historical cities to coastal roads and mountainous regions. Drive across modern highways, winding country roads, and complex ports. Deliver to unique depots such as Hotels, olive oil processing plants, marble quarries, and the bustling Piraeus port. Discover a variety of viewpoints highlighting the Greek landscape and significant landmarks.

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.53 released

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.53 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map California Rework - Phase 4 release Gameplay Dynamic cargo loading & unloading of logs available throughout the USA New Special Transport route from Los Angeles to San Diego Raised speed limit for Special Transport jobs from 40 mph to 55 mph Vehicles The new Fifth Generation Freightliner Cascadia® added to Driving Academy Fully functional sliding tandems and fines system UI Visualization of changed options in the settings Smooth and Auto camera centering

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.53 released

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.53 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map Germany Rework project - München, Mannheim, Leipzig, Dresden and Berlin Vehicle Volvo FH Series 4 Rework UI Visualization of changed options in the settings Smooth and Auto camera centring

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: new mode "Driving Academy" released

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The latest update for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator adds a new mode to both games: the ‘Driving Academy’.

Today, we are very happy to announce that Driving Academy is now available for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator! […] This new game module will provide you with various scenarios of increasing difficulty inspired by instructions given to real-life students. You will go from basic driving to navigating intricate courses and complex parking maneuvers with a detailed explanation via driving instructions including diagrams, pointers, and directions. We also wanted to allow drivers to analyze their drive so we have implemented a new replay feature into this game module as well. […]

Virtual Rides 3: Update 2.6 and DLC "Ride Pack #2 (Power Spin & Continuum)" released

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The funfair simulator Virtual Rides 3 receives with the new Update 2.6 some more improvements. Also the (paid) DLC “Ride Pack #2 (Power Spin & Continuum)” has been released, which includes two new rides.

Update 2.6: New rides and bug fixes Hello, today we present you the latest update 2.6. New rides This update also includes two new rides (as with version 2.5)! “Continuum” and “Power Spin” are now available. New: Save your light settings Added: Light settings can now be saved and automatically reactivate as soon as you enter the ride Improved speed sliders Improved: Speed sliders now show the “actual” value in the fill (instead of target value) Bugfixes: Fixed: Speed up / slow down time did not work with keyboard (now works with frame up / frame down keys) Fixed: Upside Down was missing a tank model at low detail settings Fixed: Glider On Ride camera was not centered Fixed: Truck clipping in Salsa ride Fixed: Visitors jittering when boarding in “Forge” Fixed: Sometimes visitors perform “Buy” interaction in center of square instead of in front of cashier/booth Fixed: Upside Down + Glider had issues in the VR Experience Fixed: Glider one fence was offset in LOD1 Fixed: Giant Mill did not park properly when riding clockwise

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Kässbohrer Trailer Pack" released

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Another (paid) DLC for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has been released for Linux on Steam: the “Kässbohrer Trailer Pack”.

Get ready to elevate your Euro Truck Simulator 2 experience with the new Kässbohrer Trailer Pack! Established in 1893, Kässbohrer has been at the forefront of vehicle engineering, continuously pushing the boundaries with its innovative designs. Using the latest technology, Kässbohrer trailers are made to meet the highest standards, offering unmatched flexibility and precision for all your transportation needs. With nine new Kässbohrer trailers and an additional nine cabin accessories, you will never miss the deadline to deliver your cargo! This Trailer Pack includes these trailers: K.SCS X+ SCX HD SCX L K.SLA K.SLL K.SHG AVMH K.SWAU K.STC K.DOLL XS Don’t forget to decorate your cabin with some beautiful accessories! In this DLC, you will find these Kässbohrer-themed decorations: Kässbohrer Pillow Kässbohrer Blanket Kässbohrer Dog Bobblehead Miniature K.STC Trailer Kässbohrer Cap Kässbohrer Flag Kässbohrer Fuzzy Dice

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Arkansas" released

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Another paid DLC for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam erhältlich: “Arkansas”.

Located in the south-central region of the United States, the state is a nature wonderland with three national forests, many State Parks, nearly 9,000 miles of pristine streams and rivers like the Arkansas and Mississippi, as well as the ever-stretching Ozark and Ouachita mountain ranges. While hauling cargo, you will be able to not only see some of these beautiful landscapes and areas, but travel through a variety of large and small towns and cities, where you’ll find industries, landmarks and more.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.51 released

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Also the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.51 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map Germany Rework project - Bremen, Kassel, Osnabrück and Magdeburg Gameplay Custom city intros for Italia and Beyond the Baltic Sea DLCs Automatic differential lock option Automatic blind spot sensor option Visuals Enhanced interior cabin shadows in the truck cabin UI New title screen Search bar added to the settings menu Accessibility and Interface categories added to the settings menu Improved changing of desktop background New controller config

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.51 released

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.51 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map I-44 update for the Oklahoma DLC Vegetation update for the Texas DLC Gameplay Dynamic cargo (un)loading of grain hoppers Automatic differential lock option Automatic blind spot sensor option Vehicles FlowBelow update for various trucks Mack Black Anthem added UI New Title Screen Search bar added to the settings menu Accessibility and Interface categories added to the settings menu Improved changing of desktop background New Controller Config Visuals Enhanced interior cabin shadows in the truck cabin

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Kögel Trailer Pack" released

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has been released for Linux on Steam: the “Kögel Trailer Pack”.

Every truck needs a reliable trailer and that is exactly what the Kögel Trailer Pack brings to the world of Euro Truck Simulator 2! Kögel Trailer, based in Burtenbach, has a long history in the transportation industry being established back in 1934. Renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to quality, Kögel manufactures a diverse range of trailers tailored to meet the evolving needs of logistics professionals worldwide. With six new Kögel trailers, five cabin accessories, wheel hubs, and nut covers, you will never miss the deadline to deliver your cargo! This DLC includes these trailers: • Kögel Cargo • Kögel Cool • Kögel Tipper • Kögel Tankplex • Kögel Triplex • Kögel Duplex Don’t forget to decorate your cabin with some beautiful accessories! In this DLC, you will find these Kögel-themed decorations: • Kögel thermos • Kögel mug • Kögel work gloves • Kögel cap • Kögel minitruck This DLC also includes special wheel hubs and bolt covers: • Kögel Wheel Hubs • Kögel Nut Covers

Euro Truck Simulator 2: free DLC "Scania S BEV" released

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Another free DLC for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for Linux on Steam: Scania S BEV.

Truckers can now enjoy the Scania S BEV in Euro Truck Simulator 2! The Scania 40 S and 45 S BEV, which are both based on the Scania S with a 4x2 Chassis, feature two powertrain options, a six-speed transmission combined with three electric motors with a continuous power output of 400/450 kW (540/610 hp). The interior comes with a few specific changes for the electric variant. BEV-specific gauges are introduced alongside a refreshed interior that includes Blind Spot Indicators built into the A-pillars, an electronic parking brake, as well as some smaller changes to the driver’s dashboard. Please be aware, that as our in-game world of Euro Truck Simulator 2 faces similar difficulties as the real one, we currently do not have an electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the game. As such, we have decided to bring this electric vehicle into the game only as an option in predefined deliveries known as Quick Jobs.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: free DLC "Renault Trucks E-Tech T" released

Fri, 31 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000

For the Euro Truck Simulator 2 a new free DLC has been released for Linux on Steam: “Renault Trucks E-Tech T”.

The Renault Trucks E-Tech T boasts impressive specifications, including a powerful 540kWh battery that enables it to cover up to 350 kilometers on a single charge when using a DC charger during a one-hour break. Equipped with a 4x2 configuration and a 12-speed Optidriver gearbox, it offers a seamless driving experience. It has a Gross Combination Weight (GCW) of 44 tons, highlighting its impressive hauling capacity. Additionally, its maximum regen rate matches its maximum output, reaching an impressive 490kW. Please be aware, that for now, as our in-game world of Euro Truck Simulator 2 faces similar difficulties as the real one, we do not have built electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the game. Due to this and more reasons, we have decided to bring this electric vehicle into the game only as an option in predefined deliveries known as Quick Jobs.

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: DLC "JCB Equipment Pack" released

Fri, 24 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Both for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 and the American Truck Simulator a new (paid) DLC ist now available for Linux on Steam: the “JCB Equipment Pack”. Both together are also available as a Bundle, which costs less.

Introducing the JCB Equipment Pack DLC for American Truck Simulator / Euro Truck Simulator 2! Expand your virtual construction and agricultural empire with this exciting new addition to your fleet. Experience the power and versatility of JCB machinery as you tackle challenging construction and agricultural projects across the USA. From powerful excavators, fully electric machines, and power generators to rugged loaders, each JCB machine offers a unique blend of performance and precision. Take your virtual construction and agricultural business to new heights with the JCB Equipment Pack DLC.

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Nebraska" released

Thu, 16 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam: “Nebraska”.

Located in the heart of the Great Plains, Nebraska’s vast and diverse landscape consists of prairies, rolling hills, and the crucial Platte River. While hauling cargo through the Cornhusker State along historic routes, you will have many opportunities to witness iconic landmarks and truly immerse yourself in the state’s spirit, from its pioneer history to the modern energy of cities full of ever-growing industries. Take your time and enjoy every moment as you discover these features: Deliver to 12 explorable cities including Lincoln, Omaha, North Platte, or Grand Island See several landmarks unique to Nebraska such as Carhenge, Scott Bluff National Monument, Archway Monument, McConaughy Lake, and many other memorials and iconic murals Become a trucker transporting goods to Nebraska’s key industries – RV dealers, Utility Vehicle Factory, Soybean factories and various custom made farms Deliver cargo to the Sugar Beet Factory located in Scottsbluff, with its iconic tall storage silos Experience the brand new dynamic loading & unloading feature while delivering to selected agricultural depots Play a crucial role in one of America’s major agricultural states. Transport corn, soybeans, sugar beat, grain and other produce that sustain Nebraska’s farming legacy Pick up cargo at the world’s largest train yard, the Baily Yard in North Platte and become a direct link to the state’s expansive railroad network Enjoy trucking through 20 scenic towns (settlements) Drive through expansive prairies, providing unforgettable views Discover hidden treasures of Nebraska’s countryside, viewpoints, easter eggs, and follow the historic Oregon Trail

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.50 released

Wed, 15 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Also for the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.50 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map California Rework – Phase 3 Vehicles International LT S13 International LoneStar (interior) and LT (exterior & interior) rework Lane assistant feature added New exhausts added for Western Star 49X UI Substantial UI design update (Home screen redesign, persistent Status Bar, Quick Menu, new fonts, icons and more) Settings options show information about what they do Visual Improvements in the rendering system Temporal Anti-Aliasing feature added Cascaded shadow updates Soft particles Lit/shadowed smoke Far shadows Optimized light computation Frame rate limiter added Sound Brake squeaking sounds added

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.50 released

Tue, 14 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000

For the Euro Truck Simulator 2 the huge update 1.50 has been released for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map Switzerland Rework Germany Rework - Rhine region Scania Demo Centre Vehicles MAN TGX Update Lane assistant feature added Wielton Trailer Pack DLC Update UI Substantial UI design update (Home screen redesign, persistent Status Bar, Quick Menu, new fonts, icons and more) Settings options show information about what they do Visual Improvements in the rendering system Temporal Anti-Aliasing feature added Cascaded shadow updates Soft particles Lit/shadowed smoke Far shadows Optimized light computation Frame rate limiter added Sound Brake squeaking sounds added

OpenTTD: Version 14.1 released

Sat, 04 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000

OpenTTD, the open source implementation of Transport Tycoon Deluxe, has been released in version 14.1.

OpenTTD 14.1 2024-05-03 Posted by michi_cc Our players have played a lot of OpenTTD 14 since it was released a few weeks ago – in last week alone those who opted into our survey played 34,700 hours across 17,219 games. In all those hours, you’ve found some bugs, and we’ve done our best to fix them. The first maintenance release for OpenTTD 14 fixes a multiplayer desync bug and cleans up a few rough edges with the new ship pathfinder and the unbunching feature. As always, there are plenty of other bugfixes, which you can find in the changelog.

OpenTTD: Version 14.0 released

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

OpenTTD, the open source implementation of Transport Tycoon Deluxe, has been released in version 14.0. The project is now officially 20(!) years old. :D

OpenTTD 14.0 2024-04-13 Posted by TrueBrain Welcome to 14.0! OpenTTD’s first release was in March of 2004. Now twenty years later, we are proud to present to you: release 14.0. And boy, what a release it is. Do I dare to say: this has been the biggest release yet? Sometimes people try to tell us OpenTTD is dead. Well, 14.0 shows you it really isn’t. There are so many new goodies in 14.0, that I don’t even know where to start! Let’s go over a few, just to get you a feel for what to expect when you launch OpenTTD 14.0. Read more about our birthday celebration here. When one day isn’t a day It is now possible to make the calendar time walk slower, up to a point it is frozen. This doesn’t influence vehicle movement at all, nor the amount of goods transported, town growth, etc. But it does influence vehicle introduction dates, inflation, and aging. With this feature, we hope to enable different game-plays, where people want to have more time to build out their empire before vehicles expire, inflation gets too big, etc. A brand new day! For some a bit slower than others. Read more about this new feature in the devblog. Ship Pathfinder The ship pathfinder got some great love. It is now capable of directing ships over vast distances without the need for buoys. In fact, one could say, you don’t need buoys anymore at all. The ships will still find their way! Finally, no more “Ship is lost” non-sense. This enables ship-only games. Read more about this new feature in the devblog. Unbunching Do you also hate when busses start hugging each other on a route? And you did your best to ensure you send them out the depot with a good distance between them. But something must have happened down the road, and now they are very close to each other! Introducing: unbunching. A new feature that allows you to tell all vehicles in a shared order pool to keep their distance; automatically, done for you. Read more about this new feature in the devblog. Social Platform integration OpenTTD 14.0 allows better integration with Social Platforms. This is totally optional, and has to be installed separately. But once done, OpenTTD can talk to platforms like Steam, Discord and GOG Galaxy. For now, the functionality is limited: friends can see you play OpenTTD, if you are in a server or not, and what kind of map you are playing. For future versions, we intend to expand on that, making more possible. But, small steps. Read more about this new feature in the devblog. Survey support To finally put a rest to endless debates about what setting is used and which is not, OpenTTD now has an opt-in survey tool built-in. Over time this will allow us, developers, to better understand how OpenTTD is played, so we can better anticipate what will be a hit or a miss. You can, at any time, opt in or out from the survey. Read more about this new feature in the devblog GUI improvements / scalable font There has been a huge effort in making all our windows just a tiny bit better. Fixing pixel-errors, moving things around a bit, fixing colouring issues. But .. not less important, we now also have a built-in scalable font! Zephyris created a real (TTF) font heavily inspired by the sprite font. This means that scaling looks a lot better, especially for zoom levels like 1.5x. We love it so much, it is the default when you launch the game! (but no worries, you can revert to the sprite font if you really want to). Read more about this new feature in the devblog. New players experience First of all, there is now a Help and Manuals button in-game, that helps you through the basic information of the game. Bringing information closer to the user, and the game more accessible to everyone, has been a path we have been on for a while. Second, we revised a lot of settings, what their default value should be. Many settings have had their defaults changed, mostly towards enabling modern features by default. Lastly, we also renamed Cheats to Sandbox. We noticed people were struggling with using “cheats”, as we have been conditioned that cheats in games are bad. But Cheats in OpenTTD context is much more “play how you like” (read: Sandbox). So we renamed it, hopefully making it more clear to new players that it is perfectly okay to use these Sandbox options any time they like. Hopefully this helps new players get into the game easier. So much more … In total OpenTTD 14.0 comes with roughly 40 new features, over 500 bug-fixes, 200 changes, and many many code improvements. It took us 2,000 commits to get from 13.4 to 14.0, we touched 140,000 lines of code and removed 74,000 of them. This was all done by over 60 contributors. Interested how this all came together? Check out our blog post explaining it all. A great thank you to all who contributed, with code or support; it is truly appreciated! Here’s to another twenty years of OpenTTD development!

Virtual Rides 3: Update 2.5.1 released

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The funfair simulator Virtual Rides 3 gets more improvements with the new update 2.5.1.

Patch 2.5.1 Hi, We have been spending some time over the last few weeks fixing problems with new and old rides. Changes Fixed: VR Experience not showing up in main menu Improved: Follower camera limits on several rides Improved: “Upside Down” Hub is now slider-controllable (instead of toggle) Fixed: “Glider” gondolas not in correct rotation when parked Improved: Increased Light range on “Upside Down” ride Fixed: “Northstar” - Seat Bucket and Seat Cover customization flipped Improved: “Northstar” activation trigger now bigger Fixed: “Roundtrip” ride camera clipping in visitor Improved: Parking Speeds for Glider, Astronaut and Upside Down Fixed: “Glider” Seat entering from behind Fixed: “Giant Mill” ride gondolas different rotation speeds Potentially improved: “Haunted Spin” gondolas not doing flips Fixed: “Forge” ride jittering (especially if gondola engine oposing main engine direction) Fixed: Cross on “Glider” was a bit offset to arm Fixed: “Prism” ride visitors entering only slugishly Changed: “Glider” damper and weight box Fixed: “Tentacle” - Crosses drifting away from arm Fixed: “Rising Sun” - Cover bar for running lights in mid section were not colorable Fixed: Border / warning textures (e.g. on Hurricane), reworked 2 textures to match better Fixed: Missing seat on “Upside Down” ride, Fixed: Wrong polygons on “Krake” ride arm Fixed: “Upside Down” rotation and position of some podium light caps Fixed: For a few users MyDocuments / Personal Folder could not be found. If so -> We fall back to VR3_Data/../VR3 (so besides .exe) Thank you for your continued support, your bug reports and your commitment to the community! Feel free to join our Discord server or use the Bug Report Form.

Virtual Rides 3: Update 2.5 and DLC "Ride Pack (Glider & Upside Down)" released

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The funfair simulator Virtual Rides 3 receives with the new Update 2.5 some more improvements. Also the (paid) DLC “Ride Pack (Glider & Upside Down)” has been released, which includes two new rides.

Hi, Today we unveil the exciting update 2.5. New rides This time we have focused on adding two new rides instead of one. First up, we have “Glider” - Feel the rush as you soar through the sky. With its unpredictable twists, “Glider” promises an adrenaline-packed experience like no other. Next, prepare to take a ride on “Upside Down” - Feel the G-forces. With its intense rotation, “Upside Down” is guaranteed to leave you breathless. Multiple designs per ride We have also added a feature that allows you to create multiple ride designs per ride. You can then switch between different designs with just a few clicks. These are also stored under Documents/VR3/Custom Designs. This means you can easily exchange them with other players. We hope that this feature will also be of interest to the active modder community. As always, we value your feedback and encourage you to share your thoughts on this update. Your continuous support helps us make VR3 better with each update. Feel free to join our Pixelsplit Discord server: https://discord.gg/fDV3YPA -Your VR3 Team

American Truck Simulator: free DLC Truck "Kenworth T680 2022" released

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the Truck Kenworth T680 2022 is now available as free DLC for Linux on Steam.

The moment we’ve all been eagerly waiting for is finally here! We’re thrilled to announce the release of the much-anticipated Kenworth T680 100 Years Anniversary Edition for American Truck Simulator. The special edition features an onyx-finished grill and filter covers, a distinctive Kenworth 100 badge on the sleeper cab, and a luxurious interior with red accents and silver trim. The signature edition seats and steering wheel, along with special limited edition black wheels with silver trim add a touch of sophistication. Safety meets innovation with digital mirrors, a blind spot detector, and the Kenworth Idle Management System at the back of the cab. Aerokits from FlowBelow enhance aerodynamics, while the truck’s configuration boasts the highest sleeper, the 76-inch High Roof Sleeper, paired with a 6x4 chassis and the AirGlide AG400L suspension system. Get ready for a stylish virtual journey honoring Kenworth’s enduring legacy!

Indoorlands: Update 1.3 released

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The Update 1.3 for the Indoorpark-Management-Simulation Indoorlands is now available for Linux on Steam.

Update 1.3 - New rides, QoL and many fixes Hi, we have an update for you! Two new rides: Tilt Tower and Megashot Quality of Life We have received and implemented a lot of feedback on how to improve the quality of life in “Indoorlands”. Undo / Redo for “Create Your Ride” You can now find an undo / redo functionality for CyR. Coaster auto curve option You can now enable / disable auto curve in the settings if you want to tune the track completely by yourself. UI Scaling You can now increase / decrease the scale of the UI to make the text easier to read. Shop management Clicking on a building in the park overview will highlight other buildings of the same type. For example, if you click on the burger restaurant, it’ll highlight all the other burger restaurants. This gives you an idea of how well distributed the building type is. We have also added an ‘apply to all’ functionality to the price and quality sliders. Improved loading times We have improved the loading times by about 30% (also when switching between detail mode and park overview). New CyR parts For even more customisation we have added 18 new parts. Other changes Added Integrated 2023 coaster challenge winner blueprints! Congrats to ZeeLeit, RanFox, player_uci, MikaGaming, flixbus! Integrated new supporter names. Thanks to everyone who supported us! Improved Since Unity finally fixed our “Graphic Jobs”, we have enabled them again. You should have better performance now :) CyR: Copy/Paste buttons in the top bar (still works with CTRL+C and CTRL+V) CyR: You can zoom out more now Ride hall height calculation (halls should be flatter now, especially for custom rides) Performance tweaks here and there Fixed Shiny facade upgrade not working on toilets (+ made the effect stronger on other buildings) Problems when placing decorations while paused CyR: Cloning broke after depth of more than 2 cloners CyR: “Mirror” cloning removed. It led to so many nasty bugs that it wasn’t worth maintaining. (still works for old rides that already had mirroring disabled) CyR: Some objects were not offset correctly when using scale modifier CyR: Sometimes parts were not selectable where they are rendered (because colliders were not synced) Tutorial: Unlocking a research goal sometimes couldn’t be completed if the player was already researching. Tutorial: Case where player could get stuck when building too many research buildings in advance Tutorial: Pathway building step could be checked by just hovering and not actually building. Research building buff could sometimes lead to negative research production. Wrong preview icon for inverted coaster skin Renamed “active research buildings” to “constructed research buildings” Some background exceptions Many small issues Removed Twitch integration: Removed the “non-chatter” option for name pulling as Twitch has closed the corresponding APIs. We hope you enjoy the update. Let us know. Thanks to everyone who has provided feedback! Feel free to join us on our Discord server ( https://discord.gg/2X8WWaK ). Or: You can still submit bug reports and feedback in-game by pressing the bug button in the top left corner of the game.

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Michelin Fan Pack" released

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Another (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam: the “Michelin Fan Pack”.

We’re thrilled to present a fresh collection of truck tires and accessories, officially licensed from Michelin for American Truck Simulator. To enhance the experience, we’ve added a variety of “aftermarket” goodies and paint jobs, creating a blend that’s sure to bring joy to every Michelin enthusiast. Michelin, a global giant in tire manufacturing with a rich history spanning over 120 years, is renowned for innovation. The unmistakable brand identity is embodied by Bibendum, the iconic Michelin Man, one of the oldest trademarks worldwide. Truck & Trailer tires: Steer Tires X Line Energy Z 275/80 R 22.5 X Multi Energy Z2 295/75 R 22.5 Drive Tires X Line Energy Z 275/80 R 22.5 X Multi Energy D 275/80 R 22.5 X Line Energy D+ 275/80 R 22.5 X Multi Energy Z2 295/75 R 22.5 X One Line Energy D 445/50 R 22.5 X One Line Grip D 445/50 R 22.5 Trailer Tires X Line Energy Z 275/80 R 22.5 XTE 275/80 R 22.5 X Multi Energy Z2 295/75 R 22.5 X Line Energy T2 295/75 R 22.5 X One Multi Energy T 445/50 R 22.5 X One Line Energy T2 445/50 R 22.5 X Line Energy Z 275/80 R 22.5 XTE 275/80 R 22.5 X Multi Energy Z2 295/75 R 22.5 X Line Energy T2 295/75 R 22.5 Truck and trailer paint jobs & accessories: Truck paint jobs • Michelin Bibendum • Michelin Tracks Trailer paint jobs • Michelin Bibendum • Michelin Tracks Cabin accessories • Michelin Cap • Michelin Gloves • Michelin Coat • Michelin Bottle • Michelin Bag • Michelin Coffee Mug • Michelin Glasses • Michelin Bobblehead • Michelin Notebook

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Farm Machinery" released

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator has been released for Linux on Steam: “Farm Machinery”.

Saddle up drivers, because the Farm Machinery DLC for American Truck Simulator has arrived! Transport everything from trusty tractors to forage harvesters across scenic virtual highways and roads. Featuring 2 in-game brands, Owl & Greenler, you’ll be able to deliver a variety of unique cargoes on Lowboy, Dropdeck or Flatbed trailers to a number of agriculture-related industries large and small across the country. This DLC includes: Sprayer Crawler Tractor Forage Harvester Fertilizer Spreader Grain Trailer Autonomous Tractor Hay Baler Seeding Unit Disc Harrow Naturally, we couldn’t let you go driving without some themed cabin accessories for your cabin either! Cabin Accessories Lunch Kit Scarecrow Straw Hat Stuffed Autonomous Tractor Harvester Toy

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Kansas" released

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

A new paid DLC for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam: “Kansas”.

Introducing Kansas! A U.S State that is home to a truly authentic cowboy culture and miles of land littered with wildflowers. Located in the Midwest of the USA, Kansas is known for its native grasslands, streams, abundant blue skies, and green grassland vistas. Once considered to be the country’s agricultural heartland, “The Sunflower State” has managed to attract many large businesses and develop in other industrial areas due to its central location and convenient infrastructure for logistics operations. But, as the nickname suggests, nature is certainly doing very well to keep up with technological progress, as the state parks and vast prairies offer unique views with a marvelous atmosphere that will leave every trucker passing by with something to remember.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.49 released

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Also for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 the huge update 1.49 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Visual HDR Skyboxes, Moon and New Weather Effects Vehicle Automatic Headlights Other Used Truck Dealers Keybind Modifiers

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.49 released

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The huge update 1.49 for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map PACCAR Technical Centre added to Washington State Mountains reworked around Salt Lake City (Utah DLC) Visual HDR Skyboxes, Moon and New Weather Effects Vehicle New Special Transport DLC Cargoes & Kansas Routes Automatic Headlights and High Beam Other Used Truck Dealers Keybind Modifiers

Euro Truck Simulator 2: free DLC Truck "DAF XD" released

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

For the Euro Truck Simulator 2 a new free DLC is now available for Linux on Steam: the truck “DAF XD”.

The DAF XD truck represents a new generation of distribution and vocational vehicles. From its aerodynamic features enhancing fuel efficiency to the advanced safety systems ensuring a secure journey, it is the ideal choice for your next regional delivery on the road. It features a compact yet comfortable and spacious cab, with great visibility thanks to features such as the Kerb view window, the DAF Vision System, low belt lines, and a large windscreen. The DAF XD also has an optional foldable cinema seat and the very first-day cab back window in ETS2! Ready to get trucking? The DAF XD arrives in-game with a select choice of configurations and customizations. Which includes: 3 Cabin Options: Daycab, Sleeper, Sleeper High. 3 Day Cab Chassis options: FT (4x2), FTN (6x2), FTT (6x4). 5 Sleeper Chassis options: FT (4x2), FTG (6x2), FTS (6x2), FTN (6x2), FTT (6x4). 5 Engine options ranging from 299 to 449hp. 4 transmissions options with 12 speeds You can also find a range of interior and exterior customizations available for the DAF XD too. This includes: 3 Interior Trims (Hexagon, Argenta, Natura) Optional foldable cinema seats “International Truck of the Year 2023” badges A variety of Roof Deflectors for various trailer heights Customization points you can use to personalize your interior.

Virtual Rides 3: Update 2.4 and DLC "Northstar" released

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The funfair-simulator Virtual Rides 3 has received with the Update 2.4 some more improvements. Also the (paid) DLC “Northstar” has been released.

Update 2.4: New ride and new textures Hi, Today we unveil the exciting update 2.4 with a variety of enhancements and fixes to improve your gameplay experience. And … New ride We added the “Northstar” ride to the funfairground. Feel the strong acceleration as you fly through the air at a height of 30 meters. Enhanced graphics We completely remade a lot of textures and materials to have higher quality and more details, especially on the rides. Other changes Added: Keyboard shortcuts for toggling laser, movinghead and skybeams. Improved: Some slight performance improvements. Fixed: Some typos in German language Fixed: Spawn position when selecting Prism ride on map (so it is directly controllable)

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "West Balkans" released

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC called “West Balkans” for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for Linux on Steam!

Discover, deliver, and expand your trucking company to Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Slovenia. Embark on an odyssey across our artistic depiction of the West Balkans, a huge playground waiting for you to uncover its wonders. Enjoy the journey, savouring each moment as you discover many features along the way: Travel through 8 new captivating countries, each with its unique charm. Discover 14 explorable cities including Split and Belgrade Take your truck on a drive through 30 vibrant towns Experience the region’s stunning nature, from Durmitor National Park to Bjeshkët e Nemuna National Park, with iconic mountains, hills, and mesmerizing sea views Explore unique depots for the aluminium industry, chemical factories and oil wells Take your cargo to 3 industrial ports along the Danube River (Belgrade, Novi Sad, Osijek) Marvel at the beauty of the historical city centres in Split, Mostar, Sarajevo, Pristina, and more Cross the borders at over 20 unique crossings Enjoy the scenic countryside with 15 viewpoints and take a photo with your truck at 20 iconic landmarks Remember that beyond the initial sights, this region holds hidden gems waiting to be explored. Be ready, because the next thrilling adventure might be just around the corner.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: Update 1.48.5 released

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000

For the Euro Truck Simulator 2 the update 1.48.5 is now available for Linux on Steam.

ETS2: 1.48.5 Update Release With the West Balkans DLC just around the corner, we are releasing the 1.48.5 Update for Euro Truck Simulator 2. We haven’t bumped the game version all the way up by a whole number, as this update is focused on some specific content additions as well as some under the hood maintenance with code-based improvements. With the West Balkans DLC on the horizon, we are hard at work behind the scenes, bug-fixing and polishing; making sure everything is in place for a smooth release. This includes tirelessly iterating over multiple databases with the world economy and route access topology, and sometimes implementing related code changes and cleanups. In addition to under-the-hood data changes, there are still some visible highlights of this update - the inclusion of new map content! Players can look forward to exploring the newly added city of Trieste, along with the updated cities of Ancona and Bari. These changes were previously described on our blog, so for more details, check out the dedicated articles here (Ancona + Bari) and here (Trieste). As you can tell, the ETS2 1.48.5 Update is an important step in preparing for the West Balkans release, as it brings with it not only bug fixes but also exciting new map content that will allow better connection to the new part of the games universe. However that isn’t all, as there are some changes coming in this release that were not originally a part of the 1.48.5 Open Beta, including the fact that American Truck Simulator will also be receiving the 1.48.5 update later in the month too. This is because we are introducing 2 new changes which we believe players will benefit from. These are Faster Loading Times and an FPS Limiter. Faster Loading Times After an update, it has historically taken our titles a while to re-cache and update navigation data. Recently we were able to optimise this data and speed up the process considerably. Thanks to this update, the loading process is around 6 times faster! This also includes loading times for the company directory, which is loaded each time you start the game, which is 23 times faster than previous builds. We hope that you enjoy this small quality of life change. Frame Rate Limiter This was a feature that was quite highly requested by our community. This limiter is aimed mostly at those with a more powerful GPU. It was reported that when alt-tabbed outside the sim, GPUs would run at 100% since it was still trying to render the maximum number of frames possible. Because of this, we have placed a cap of 300 FPS to limit GPU usage, while not limiting most monitors. While this is still a bit experimental, we look forward to hearing your feedback. We hope you enjoy the little features and updates that 1.48.5 offers! We’d like to thank all those who participated in the Open Beta and helped us tweak and provided feedback. Your time and reports helped our team make changes that will benefit all players. We look forward to sharing more updates and changes in the future. Until then, keep on Truckin'!

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.48 released

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

For the Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now also the huge update 1.48 available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map Germany Rework Vehicles Electronic Stability Controls (Anti-Lock Braking System + Traction Control) Reworked Vehicle Transport Trailers UI Per-Country Map Exploration Cities in the Gallery Options Sliders now feature numbers Input Wizard Control Selection UI Overhaul Other Third-Party Mod Structure Change

American Truck Simulator: DLC "W900 Tuning Pack" released

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Another new (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator has been released for Linux on Steam: the “W900 Tuning Pack”.

The W900 Tuning Pack features over 500 individual tuning parts, of which most are aftermarket, for both the interior and exterior of the truck cab, giving you a massive range of options to personalize your Kenworth W900 just the way you like it. This includes (but is not limited to) bumpers, cab door accessories, exhausts, filters, mirrors, fenders, mud flaps, exterior lights, grille, hood, roof window, chassis cover, side skirt, sun shield, deflectors, fuel tanks, headache racks, special turn light options, different headlights and headlight covers, air filters, trim options for windows, paint jobs, interior cab customizations and so so so much more; making it our biggest Tuning Pack to date!

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Oklahoma" released

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Another (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam: “Oklahoma”.

From the grand American highways running through the hills of dusk-red rock to leading cities bustling with culture, landmarks, and businesses, Oklahoma is a diverse state shaped by its history and industries. Located in the south of the country, “The Sooner State” generally tends to have a reputation of being a rather arid place, however, it’s much better to avoid judging this book by its cover. The state is home to wonderful state parks, several natural marvels, and historical places full of mysteries and legends. But those who are looking for something more practical instead will find their purpose as well since the local road network and a strong economy driven by natural gas and oil production will keep every trucker properly busy. Oklahoma map expansion offers a vast playground for you to explore. We suggest you take your time to savor every moment as you encounter the following features: Discover 10 explorable cities including Tulsa and Oklahoma City Enjoy trucking through several scenic towns (settlements) Discover and deliver to Oklahoma’s important industries like Bus Factory, Tire Factory, River Port and more See several landmarks unique to Oklahoma including Skydance Bridge, University of Tulsa, and Route 66 Museum. Admire and explore Gloss Mountain and Beavers Bend State Parks Fuel up & rest in 30 unique truck stops Unlock Oklahoma-specific Steam achievements

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.48 released

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.48 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map New Texas DLC Content Vehicles Electronic Stability Controls (Anti-Lock Braking System + Traction Control) Reworked Vehicle Transport Trailers Gameplay Custom City Intros (Washington DLC) Special Transport New Routes (Montana & Texas DLC) UI Per-State Map Exploration Cities in the Gallery Options Sliders now feature numbers Input Wizard Control Selection UI Overhaul Other Third-Party Mod Structure Change

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Wielton Trailer Pack" released

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

For the Euro Truck Simulator 2 a new (paid )DLC is now available for Linux on Steam: the “Wielton Trailer Pack”.

Founded in 1996, Wielton S.A. has become one of Europe’s top manufacturers of semi-trailers and trailers. With a focus on quality, durability, and innovation, Wielton consistently delivers exceptional trailers that meet the diverse needs of various clients. The Wielton Trailer Pack DLC includes officially licensed content including 6 trailer types, with various trailer and chassis sizes, cabin accessories, and customization options. The content of this DLC includes: Bulk Master - High Volume Dumper Strong Master - Steel Dumper (3 axle and 4 axle) Weight Master - Aluminum Dumper Curtain Master - Curtain Sider Dropside Master - Dropside Dry Master - Dry Van (2 axle and 3 axle) Also included in this DLC Pack is a wide variety of accessory options, including tool boxes, side protection, water tank, extinguisher, spare tire, mudflaps, fenders, rear doors, and officially licensed trailer paint jobs.

American Truck Simulator: free DLC "Volvo VNL" released

Fri, 26 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Another free DLC for the American Truck Simulator has been released for Linux on Steam: “Volvo VNL”.

It is truly amazing to be able to use just three letters to instantly evoke the feeling of reliability, performance, and absolute driver satisfaction. This is why the Volvo VNL is an embodiment of excellence in the trucking world, and we are excited to let you know that brand new models have arrived in American Truck Simulator as a free update! The new models include the VNL 860, 740, and 300, with the 860 standing in the spotlight as the flagship and most advanced model of the three, offering the highest standard for the most demanding of truckers. And, to provide you with the possibility of making this awesome truck feel truly yours after you get it in the game, we will include several different customization options for both the interior and exterior that will make you stand out wherever your journey will take you. This truck is available with cutting-edge engine options that redefine performance. Offering a selection between the Volvo D13 engine, the Volvo D13 Turbo Compound engine, and the Cummins X15, you will always feel more than capable when conquering steep inclines or cruising effortlessly on the open road. So, no need to wait any longer. Head to the nearest Volvo Trucks dealer in the game and set out on a journey across the game like never before!

Euro Truck Simulator 2: free DLC "MAN TGX" released

Wed, 17 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The free DLC “MAN TGX” for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for Linux on Steam and adds another truck to the game.

The MAN TGX features an ergonomically optimized cabin, efficient driveline, economical fuel consumption, high load capacity, and a redesigned cab; making it the perfect partner for any job on the road. The MAN TGX arrives with a select choice of configurations and customizations. This includes 3 cabin sizes (GN, GM, GX), 6 chassis types (4x2, 6x2, 6x4, and 8x4), 8 transmissions, and 9 engine options up to 640hp. Plenty of customizations are available too, including the options for roof deflectors, front fender aero package, headlights and rear lights, bumpers, mudflaps, and 19 official paint jobs the grey individual special. But that’s not all, you will also have the option to use the MAN OptiView digital mirror system. Using exterior cameras, this technology increases the driver’s field of vision on the road. This also comes with a blindspot detector accessory with new functionality and the option to display the front digital mirror on the infotainment screen. It’s time to get trucking. See you on the road with the new MAN TGX.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge Update 1.47 released

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Also for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 is the huge update 1.47 now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map Several Cities in Germany Reworked Vehicles Ownable Gas Cisterns Ownable Livestock Trailers Adaptive Cruise Control & Emergency Braking System Gameplay Custom City Intros for Road to the Black Sea DLC Addition of Sound Direction Filter Uneven Surface Simulation Performance Improvements (night, bad weather, dense traffic) UI Career History UI Redesign In-Game Update Log Economy Reset Teleport Editor New Editor Features added - more details on Modding Wiki

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.47 released

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.47 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map World Ambient Sounds Trivision billboards Vehicles Ownable Gas Cisterns Adaptive Cruise Control & Emergency Braking System Kenworth W900 DEF-less fuel tank options returned for certain engine types (150, 220 & 300 gal) Reinstated Cruise Control speed display on dashboard Gameplay Custom City Intros for Utah and Idaho Sound Direction Filter Performance Improvements (night, bad weather, dense traffic) Uneven Surface Simulation UI Career History UI Redesign In-Game Update Log Economy Reset Teleport

American Truck Simulator: free DLC "Western Star 5700XE" released

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000

A free DLC on Steam for the American Truck Simulator adds another Truck to the game: the “Western Star 5700XE”.

Combining tough performance, modern technology, and the traditional look of a classic truck, Western Star® didn’t overlook a single detail when creating this truck; with advanced engineering to improve efficiency and aerodynamics. XE – which stands for extreme efficiency – summarizes exactly what this truck is all about. The Western Star® 5700XE arrives in American Truck Simulator with select configurations and customizations. This includes a day cab, the 54" High Roof Stratosphere, and the 82" Ultra High Roof Stratosphere. Chassis available are short, medium, and long versions in 6x2 and 6x4. Engines available are exclusively Detroit Diesel, which comes in DD13, DD15, and DD16 variants with up to 600HP. Transmission options include the Detroit DT12 automated manual as well as Eatons. Are you excited to get hauling? The Western Star 5700XE® is ready for you.

Indoorlands: Update 1.2 and Hotfix 1.2.1 released

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

The Update 1.2 as well as the Hotfix 1.2.1 for the Indoorpark-management-simulation Indoorlands is now available for Linux on Steam.

Update 1.2 - Less winter, more roller coaster Hi, The year is coming to an end and we have an update for you! Rollercoaster skins You can make your coasters, using car theming, even more appealing. New coaster type We’ve added a new roller coaster type that promises plenty of exciting rides for your visitors. The cars have physically rotating gondolas mounted. New ride: Reacher You can now find another ride in the game, a high ride called Reacher. New CyR parts We’ve also added new parts for CyR that will let you build even more exciting rides. In particular, two tower variants. Other changes Added New coaster templates with the new coaster type. Added new supporter names. Thanks to everyone who supported us! Improved You can now copy and paste parts with CTRL-C and CTRL-V. So you can also replace parts at the origin by copying, deleting and pasting into the new structure. Supporter names now appear in credits Some small performance improvements Fixed Small memory leak on every cleaning process The walls at the 4D-Cinema were always on top Tooltip from cleaning tool was not localized Hotfix 1.2.1 – 12/21/2022 Fixed: Car spacing was not correct on rotating coaster type. Fixed: Roller coasters do not ride in the park overview when a new blueprint is selected Fixed: Automatic program “Reacher” did not work in the park overview We hope you like the update. Let us know. Thanks to everyone who submitted feedback! Also feel free to come to our Discord server ( https://discord.gg/2X8WWaK ). Otherwise: you can still submit bug reports and feedback in-game at any time by pressing the button with the bug in the top left corner of the game.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Feldbinder Trailer Pack" released

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

For the Euro Truck Simulator 2, a new (paid) DLC is now available for Linux on Steam: the “Feldbinder Trailer Pack”.

Feldbinder Spezialfahrzeugwerk GmbH is Europe’s premier silos and liquid tankers manufacturer and a prominent trailer industry leader. We are excited to team up with them to bring you the Feldbinder Trailers Pack for Euro Truck Simulator 2. The Feldbinder Trailers Pack DLC includes officially licensed content including 4 trailer types, 4 series variations, a wide variety of trailer and chassis sizes, and hundreds of accessory combinations plus a lot of nice cabin accessories for your truck’s interior too! The content of this DLC includes: Feldbinder EUT (Silo Trailer) with 6 body types & 3 chassis variations Feldbinder KIP (Silo Trailer) with 6 body types & 2 chassis variations Feldbinder TSA LM (Food Tanker) with 2 body types & 1 chassis variation Feldbinder TSA ADR (Chemical Tanker) with 4 body types & 3 chassis variation Feldbinder branded cabin accessories of a mug, cap, notebook, t-shirt, gym bag, towel, and more! Also included in this DLC Pack are 5 trailer paint jobs which include the official Feldbinder logo for all trailer variants. With so many options and customizations, we are sure you will be exploring them all in the garage for quite a while.

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Texas" released

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator called “Texas” is now available for Linux on Steam.

Howdy, partners! Hope y’all will like your visit to the Lone Star State, Texas. This place ain’t full of cowboys anymore but the spirit lives on, especially in ranches you can find all ‘round. We also got a lot of cattle and other livestock so your truckin’ adventures will be lively. Texas has a lot to offer, as our biggest map DLC for American Truck Simulator, it’ll take you a while to see it all. In fact, we recommend you take your time to explore the lone star state which features: Discover 29 explorable cities including Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso & Galveston. Enjoy trucking through 50 scenic towns (settlements) Drive across 20,000 miles of the states road network Deliver to over 200 realistic industry depots including industries unique to Texas state (Offshore Shipyard, Cotton Ginning Plant, Glass Plant & Space Industries) Visit and see famous Landmarks including Starbay, El Capitan, Route 66, USS Lexington, Corpus Christi bridge, and the Salt Flats. Fuel up & rest in 60 unique truck stops and 30 dedicated rest areas Get your lasso ready and embark on your Texas-sized adventure. This probably ain’t your first rodeo, right, partner?

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.46 released

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Also the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.46 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map New Explorable Iberian Settlement and Company Iberian Regional Signage Vehicles Ownable Cisterns - Chemical Trailers DAF 2021 got custom infotainment implementation Infotainment/GPS screens on all trucks have switched off state separated from map zoom Cellphones and navigational devices got a custom implementation Gameplay New Gallery Feature Company Browser Custom City Intros Driveshaft Torque

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.46 released

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.46 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map US-20 road between Idaho and Montana Idaho Viewpoints Redesign Vehicles Ownable Cisterns - Chemical Trailers Cascadia and Western Star 57X got custom infotainment implementation Infotainment/GPS screens on all trucks have switched off state separated from map zoom Cellphones and navigational devices got a custom implementation Gameplay New Gallery Feature Company Browser Custom City Intros Driveshaft Torque

Indoorlands: leaves Early Access and releases full version

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000

After almost three years of development and over a year in Early Access, the full release of the Indoorpark-management-simulator Indoorlands is now available for Linux on Steam.

Hello, after almost three years of development and over a year in Early Access, Indoorlands goes into full release today! We would like to take this opportunity to thank all Early Access players, beta testers, friends and family members who supported us during the development period. Without you this would not have been possible. For the Full Release we have now also added some new features & changes. The roadmap is now complete! Below is an overview of all the new changes: Tutorial For all new players: the game has now got a tutorial, which explains you the basics and for the first time the interaction of visitors, economy and research. If you follow the tips and work through your milestones and contracts quickly, you can progress faster than ever in the game and build huge indoor parks. We think that the basic game mechanics are now so well explained that you won’t have to experiment around as much (as you did in Early Access) and can focus on building parks. This should result in a relaxed yet challenging gameplay experience. We tried to explain only the essentials and not to be too annoying. Feel free to give us feedback if you need more explanation. Also feel free to tell us what you think about the gameplay and balancing in the full version of Indoorlands now! To all the previous players who taught themselves the game without a tutorial: We are proud of you :) But if you are interested, feel free to try the new tutorial. We would highly recommend it to everyone! To do that, you just have to go to the settings in the main menu and reset the tutorial progress. New decorations We have now added a whole new theming package to the game: medieval. New coaster content We had added “Indoorlands” coasters in the last major update. Now we made some more small improvements, but there is also new content for you. For one, there is a new coaster type: inverted coaster. We also added 3 more coaster halls. We are excited to see what kind of coaster creations you will load into STEAM Workshop in the future. Achievements & community items A bigger item on our roadmap was still the missing achievements. You can now unlock over 30 of them. We also created lots of STEAM community items & trading cards. New languages Integrating new languages into the game was also something we had in mind, so we had the following languages translated with professional help: French Chinese (simplified) Korean We also had the following automatic translations added with DeepL: Dutch Spanish Italian If you have feedback, especially on the automatically translated languages, feel free to get in touch. Depending on demand, we will have more languages professionally translated over time. Let us know. Other changes Added Added new main menu Credits added Many new blueprints (incl. the winning halls from our last community challenge) 3 new entertainment halls Improved The last node when building a roller coaster can now be explicitly connected to the entrance of the roller coaster station Models of roller coaster track types revised. Roller coasters now generate more tags, depending on track configuration Some sounds adjusted Milestone tasks now have a name Visitors should now be more willing and more correct to put their hands up when riding a roller coaster Balancing The visitor requirement milestone now requires a bit more experience in the later levels Impact on satisfaction by park impression slightly reduced for later levels Fixed Sometimes the navmesh was not generated correctly, so halls were not visited by visitors The 3D icons above broken halls did not disappear when you sold the hall Sometimes inserted roller coaster nodes could not be moved The roller coaster did not need to be revalidated when changing the type of roller coaster Sometimes the coaster colors were reset when adding new nodes The “Machine” ride did not work anymore (brackets could not be closed) Rollercoaster inputs XAM NIM mirroring fixed Log spamming reduced a bit In a few halls the wall textures were distorted A few buildings didn’t have the right tags, names and icons assigned to them Sometimes important menus could not be opened if others were not closed Quick placement of decorations was sometimes interrupted Outlook So… the Early Access roadmap has been worked through. And now? Where do we go from here? There is no lack of ideas from you and the team! The motto now is: After the release is before the release. In particular, we will now spend the next few weeks analyzing your feedback and making further improvements based on it. The feedback from new players, who are now playing the game for the first time, is also important to us and will flow into the planning of future updates. A small content update, which will be released later this year, is already planned - but more on that when the time comes. Our suggestion would be this: get comfortable, take some time and start a completely new park. After you’ve played for a while, write us your opinion and your suggestions for improvement. Feel free to leave a review on Steam if you haven’t done so yet. We are looking forward to your messages and wish you a relaxing time in your unique indoor park! We would also be happy to welcome you on our Discord server ( https://discord.gg/2X8WWaK ). Otherwise: you can still submit bug reports and feedback in-game at any time by pressing the button with the beetle in the upper left corner.

Indoorlands: Patch 0.10.3 released

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000

While still preparing for the full release, another new patch 0.10.3 for the Indoorpark-management-simulation Indoorlands is now available for Linux on Steam.

Patch 0.10.3 Hi, today we have a small update, while we continue to work on the full version in parallel. Rollercoasters: Track visualization and validation We have added a few basic features to the roller coaster editor. First, the track segments now have a suitable visualization, depending on the selected type. We also added a track validation, which means that when you edit, you can start a test. Mainly we test here if the coaster can go reach the station again, but we also added some smaller structural checks, if the track clips through the wall or the floor for example. But we also tried not to be too restrictive, so that the creative freedom remains. We hope we found a good balance here. Important! If a roller coaster has not been tested successfully (green), then it can no longer be visited by visitors. In addition, it is then not possible to save as a blueprint. Accordingly, go through the roller coaster halls in your savegame and perform the test. In addition, we would like to ask all those who have already uploaded coasters in the workshop to upload their coasters again after validation. Other changes Fixed: The repair staff often didn’t feel like working anymore Fixed: Thematization could not be changed in deco halls Fixed: The staff didn’t work through some rides properly Fixed: Visitors and staff simply stopped on some rides Fixed: The controls for the coasters stopped working when the coaster type was changed Fixed: Some of the rides were still smoking, even though they were repaired Fixed: The reward windows sometimes didn’t show up when other menus were open Fixed: The visitor difficulty setting for sandbox mode could sometimes not be used Fixed: The “# buildings of type” counter increased when you just repositioned the halls Fixed: Localization and naming adjustments in the roller coaster node windowlet. Fixed: A few typos Balancing: Selling buildings now always gives 70% money back (before you got 100% back under some circumstances) Balancing: Swapping rides now also gives 70% money back (before 50%) Balancing: The roller coasters broke too fast Improved: A few more button hover sounds Improved: Small animations for the environments Remember, feel free to report bugs and feedback via the in-game form (red beetle on the top left). Otherwise, maybe see you on our Discord?

Indoorlands: Update 0.10.0 with rollercoaster-editor and Hotfix 0.10.1 released

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

The update 0.10.0 with rollercoaster-editor and the Hotfix 0.10.1 for the Indoorpark-Management-Simulator Indoorlands is now available for Linux on Steam.

Update 0.10 - Rollercoasters, Events & More (and a release date!) Hi, today we finally have another big update for you. But before we start with the changes a big announcement. Release date! We will be releasing the game from Early Access on 10/14/2022. Remember the date, tell your friends and acquaintances. And now enjoy the latest trailer: Rollercoasters (Open Beta) Today is the day: we present you roller coasters in “Indoorlands”! For the beginning, there is a roller coaster hall where you can build your own roller coasters. Currently you can choose from two different types of roller coasters. The editor is node-based, meaning you position nodes and set them up. For example, you can set that the coaster should accelerate towards a node or slowed down to a certain speed. The editor is not 100% finished yet, but we want to collect your feedback and give you the possibility to show your creations in the workshop. Among other things we are still working on a 3D representation of the track section types (lift, LIM, brake), track validation and more coaster types. Of course we also have a STEAM Workshop support for roller coasters. Accordingly, we would like to invite you to participate in our community challenge and show off your coasters: Indoorlands EventTue, September 20, 2022 Weekly Community Build Challenge Dear Indoorlands Community, following our big rollercoaster update we would like to start a new Community Build Challenge. Orders, Milestones & Trends Up to now there were milestones in “Indoorlands”, which were automatically fulfilled as soon as certain conditions were met (e.g. a certain number of visitors in the park). Rewards were given automatically for this and new stuff was unlocked. These milestones now need to be actively confirmed. There is now an event overview, where you can find the milestones and collect your rewards if you want. However, the event overview still shows you your orders. From time to time, you will be shown job offers in the game, then you have to select a job. If you fulfill the order, then you get a reward. But in the window you can also find ongoing passive events (temporary changes in the park, e.g. x% more visitors for a certain time), as well as trends. Trends are temporary changes in the demand of visitors. I.e. sometimes visitors want especially many fries or certain theming. Then, if you want, you can react to it and profit from it. [h1]Improvement research/h1] In the previous research menu you could only unlock new content (e.g. new rides or restaurants). With the introduction of Improvement Research, there is now another research category where you can improve the features & functions of your park. E.g. that your employees work faster or that buildings cost less. Note: In the course of the improvement research we have made the price & quality setting unlockable. I.e. you have to unlock them first. Environments We have now given “Indoorlands” another visual overhaul. We focused on the environment. We wanted to make them a bit more attractive and interesting. There are now three environments that you can choose from when starting a new park. These environments were chosen to fit the theme of indoor parks, i.e. places where you would rather not build outdoor parks. Other changes Added New entertainment halls New roller coaster specific deco (near misses). Sorting options for visitor demand report. New visitor reaction when they received something for free Community Challenge Blueprints included New supporter names added https://store.steampowered.com/app/1666380/Indoorlands__Supporter_Edition/ Improved When selecting buildings to repair, the respective worker is now highlighted. Background of popups (milestones etc.) is now translucent and the game is paused during them Milestone popups now also show that new visitor types have been unlocked (and which ones) Namings regarding demand, needs and tags slightly improved Various sound adjustments for rides and their change on time change (faster / slower) Revised intro and splash screen Fixed Various crashes There were cases where visitors could not reach buildings when using path deco When the game was sped up, the economy mechanisms did not run with the correct time scaling Custom rides did not have a “ride” tag, so they were much less visited Workers sometimes left the buildings through the wall Mechanics sometimes went back to your repair building instead of repairing When leaving the detail view the hall was saved several times Fences were sometimes not changeable in the new 7x11 hall from the last update Shadows flickered briefly when auto-saving If the Twitch integration was activated, there were occasionally performance spikes Sometimes visitors were invisible in the detail view The preview of a hub hall was a bit broken Some typos Now what? Our roadmap is almost complete. We will now mainly work on the roller coaster editor and overall make improvements and bug fixes to the game. In addition, we would like to make the currently very meager tutorial a bit more … instructive. See you in the park! We hope you enjoy this last big Early Access update. We’re super excited to see what beautiful roller coasters you build. Thank you very much for your feedback and bug reports. Remember, you can always submit bug reports in-game by pressing the button with the bug in the upper left corner. We would also be happy to welcome you on our Discord server ( https://discord.gg/2X8WWaK ).

Two Point Campus: now available for Linux on Steam

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Two Point Campus, the new game from the developers of Two Point Hospital, is now available for Linux on Steam!

Build your university, your way! It’s time to spin academia on its head! Got a yearning for learning? Or just keen to build an educational masterpiece? Campus is jam-packed with new creative tools to help you build the university of your dreams. For the first time, build in the great outdoors as you develop your own delightfully educational campus environment, housing the top teaching facilities in the land. Whether you prefer building on simple foundations, or placing every tree, you can build the university you want. Lay down pathways with new easy-to-use tools. Plant glorious collections of outdoor flora. Place benches, fountains, sculptures, hedgerows – even picket fences. The only limit is your imagination (and your in-game bank balance). Not the usual fare But, of course, it wouldn’t be a Two Point game without a twist. Rather than typical academic fare, students in Two Point County enjoy a range of wild and wonderful courses: from Knight School (hey, we all have to learn jousting at some point in our lives), to the salivatory Gastronomy, where your students will build mouth-watering concoctions like giant pizzas and enormous pies. The academic year… is here! Take advantage of the opportunity to spend way more time with the little people in your university. The academic year begins with a summer break, giving you enough time to get everything looking great before your students move in. Build libraries, hire the best staff (from eccentric professors to madcap researchers), kit your campus out with the best courses and watch the academic potential of your students get unlocked! Shaping the future But it’s not just work hard. Get to know your students, explore their individual personalities, wants and needs. Keep them happy with clubs, societies, gigs. Surround them with friends, help them develop relationships, furnish them with pastoral care and ensure they have the right amount of joie de vivre to develop into incredible individuals who will do the legacy of your university proud.

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Montana" released

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Another (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam: “Montana”.

Montana is home to extraordinary experiences and moments that will leave you in awe. This northern US state is untamed, wild and natural. Montana is a gateway to Glacier and Yellowstone—two crown jewels of the national park system—and is home to glistening glacial lakes, snow-capped mountain peaks, blue-ribbon trout streams, and mighty Missouri, Yellowstone, and Flathead Rivers. This is just the beginning; the stunning mountain scenery of Montana only accentuates the rustic charm of the small towns beneath it. And backcountry trails lead to wild, secluded spaces where it is still possible to be utterly alone. Vast, unspoiled, and wild, “Big Sky State” represents the very best of the American West. Rugged cowboys still saddle up to ride at ranches and wow crowds at rodeos. Ghost towns, state parks, and a one-of-a-kind Dinosaur Trail preserve a dazzling array of historical treasures.

American Truck Simulator: free DLC "Western Star 57X" released

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A new free DLC on Steam for the American Truck Simulator adds a new truck to the game: the “Western Star 57X”.

The Western Star® 57X combines the best of two worlds – taking the X-Series DNA with bold design & rugged durability, combining it with the best of Daimler Truck North America’s on-highway platform, tested over millions of miles, bringing you the most advanced and innovative Western Star highway truck. Ever! The Western Star® 57X arrives with a select choice of configurations and customizations. This includes a day cab and a 72" sleeper cab, 3 short chassis options and 2 longer chassis options, 5 interior trim designs, exclusively Detroit® powertrain options, and so many more customizations and accessories to make your flagship truck stand out! Now is the time for Western Star® Trucks to break new ground with your long haul. Western Star® is a trademark of Daimler Trucks North America LLC and is used under the license of SCS Software s.r.o.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.45 released

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Also the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.45 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map Hannover Rework Krone Production Plant, Werlte (requires Krone Trailer Pack DLC) Gameplay Optional MOD Support for Convoys Custom City Intros for Austria and Hanover Rain Sensor Option Option to hide inaccessible road markers Vehicles Ownable Cistern Trailers (Silo and Fuel Tank) Krone Paper Liner, Krone Profi Liner Building, more Krone toys (requires Krone Trailer Pack DLC) JOST Fifth Wheel Phase 1 implementation

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.45 released

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.45 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map Cody + US-14 Addition to Wyoming DLC Gas & Truck Stops Rebranding Gameplay Optional MOD Support for Convoys Rain Sensor Option Option to hide inaccessible road markers Vehicles Ownable Cistern Trailers (Dry Bulk and Fuel Tank)

Virtual Rides 3: Update 2.3 with free new ride "Prism" released

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000

The funfair-simulator Virtual Rides 3 gets with the update 2.3 more improvements and a free new ride: “Prism”.

Update 2.3 - Under the Rainbow Hello dear community, after a longer break we have an update today. Especially we have fixed some bugs. Thank you for your contributions! But we also have a little surprise for you. A new ride: Prism Included in the latest update is a new free ride. It’s a classic. Bugfixes Brakes were misbehaving on many rides Parts of custom themes did reset when changing the window When activating Strobo, the logo running light was not turned off At the “Rising Sun” the light sources were placed a bit behind the light boxes On the “Rising Sun” a few running light caps were missing on the back wall At the “Rising Sun” the spotlights at the deco-parts were not deactivated At the “Rising Sun” and “Forge” the theming was not applied correctly on the ticket booth At the “Hurricane” the red tail lights were not deactivated when the strobo was activated At the “Chopper” the cashier was not positioned correctly On “Kraken” the cross motors were too weak in some situations Other Added: VSync + FPS Limit options Improved: Brakes should now respond a bit smoother and not so jerky Improved: Microphone now next to the control panel when “forging” Improved: Chaser cameras at the “Forge” have been repositioned. Improved: Clouds are now slightly smaller and move slower Improved: On some rides the automatic damping was on too early or too strong

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Lode King & Prestige Trailers Pack" released

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator has been released for Linux on Steam: the “Lode King & Prestige Trailers Pack”.

Lode King Industries is a Canadian trailer manufacturer that produces extremely popular and reliable vehicles. Since its founding, the company has become one of the most important manufacturers of commercial highway transport trailers. The company has also expanded its production to the states, where they’ve established as the brand Prestige with which they offer their amazing products specially adjusted for the US market and customers. We are happy to introduce a total of 15 highly detailed trailer models and compatible accessories, available in a wide variety of configurations, officially licensed from Lode King and Prestige Trailers for American Truck Simulator. The content of this DLC includes: Lode King: 3 Flatbed Trailers (Brilliance Flatbed, Forceline Flatbed, and Renown Flatbed) 3 Dropdeck Trailers (Brilliance Dropdeck, Forceline Dropdeck and Renown Dropdeck) 2 Grainhopper (Distinction Aluminum Hopper and Prestige Steel Hopper) Prestige: 3 Flatbed Trailers (Brilliance Flatbed, Forceline Flatbed, and Renown Flatbed) 3 Dropdeck Trailers (Brilliance Dropdeck, Forceline Dropdeck and Renown Dropdeck) 1 Grainhopper (Distinction Aluminum Hopper) These high-quality trailers come with a lot of available customization options and change-able parts such as chassis, markers, bumpers, fender, mudflaps, and bodies.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Renault Trucks T Tuning Pack" released

Thu, 26 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Another (paid) DLC to the Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for Linux on Steam: the “Renault Trucks T Tuning Pack”.

Truck tuning is something that is close to the heart of all truckers. If you have ever been to a truck show, you would see that the amount of love and effort that some drivers are willing to devote to their vehicles is unbelievable. Tons of chrome, expensive hand-made parts, lights, and paints - they can turn a regular truck into a work of art! Explore this phenomenon yourself, and trick up your Renault Trucks T in Euro Truck Simulator 2 with countless possible combinations of aftermarket parts including: New Paint Jobs Air Tanks Beacon Lower Grille Guard Corner Deflectors Door Handles Door Steps Door Trim Rear Exhaust Front Bumper Front Cabin Trim Front Fender Front Fender Bottom Headlight Guard Bullbar Front Grille Front Grille Bottom Front Mask Front Mask Bottom Front Logo Mirrors Mudflaps Windshield Frame Filter Rear Bumper Chassis Cover Roof Deflectors Rear Fender Rear Fender Top Light Bar Rear Mudflaps Side Deflectors Stoneguard Side Reflector Side Stripe Sideskirts Window Trim Sun Visor Sideskirt Bars Rims Floor Mats Dashboard Sets Lightboard Pillow Items Bed Items Seat Items Console Items

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.44 released

Thu, 12 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Also the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has now received the huge update 1.44 for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map Austria Rework Unmarked Road Exploration Distance Signs with Accurate Mileage System Some older border crossings reworked in Beyond the Baltic Sea Italian Tollgates Update Companies Logo Revisions UI Road Numbers in Corsica/Sardinia Other Map Improvements Gameplay Mod Refund Feature Licensed vs Aftermarket UI in browsers Force Feedback Upgrade Adjustable Suspension Height Interior Camera Horizontal Lock Smart Sequential Shifting Vehicles New 2022 Interior option for Renault T Exterior Interior Models reworked for Renault T

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.44 released

Wed, 11 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

The huge update 1.44 for American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog Map 2nd Phase of California Rework Border connections for several cities in New Mexico refreshed Some New Mexico cities received road network reworks Unmarked Road Exploration General Map Bug Fixes Gameplay Mod Refund Feature Licensed vs Aftermarket UI in browsers Force Feedback Upgrade Adjustable Suspension Height Interior Camera Horizontal Lock Smart Sequential Shifting New Special Transport Routes Vehicles New Freightliner Cascadia 2022 Interior Options Ownable Drop Deck Trailers

Surviving Mars: Martian Express now available for Linux

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for Surviving Mars is now available for Linux on Steam: Martian Express.

Trains are here! With the Martian Express pack by modders Lucian and Sylvain, you’ll finally be able to move your colonists and resources between stations facilitating access to far away domes and remote resource deposits. Other outside manned buildings will also be buildable near stations without needing a dome. Welcome commuters! - Build your stations anywhere on the map and help your colonists get to work and back. Click on the info panel to see their reason for traveling and make sure that everyone gets their seat. otherwise, they’ll have to wait for the next train (and be frustrated, nobody likes to miss the train). New tracks - Click and drag to create tracks that connect your stations. Tracks will be elevated allowing your rovers and drones to pass underneath together with power cables, while pipes can cross over them. Same train, different cargo - Traveling on the red planet has never been safer (and efficient!). Trains will have 2 wagons to transport colonists and resources at the same time. Don’t worry: they’ll travel on the same track with no risk of collision. Build your trains in the stations, assign them to the connected tracks and watch them go.

American Truck Simulator: free DLC Truck "International® 9900i" released

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000

The by many fans of American Truck Simulator long-awaited truck International® 9900i is now available as a free DLC on Steam!

A longtime favorite of truckers, the 9900i is making a triumphant return. The International® Eagle 9900i is a classic long-nosed tractor that represents your independent spirit without compromising comfort, durability, power or efficiency. Feel right at home while on the long haul. The 9900i is efficient, built to make drivers look good while improving your company’s bottom line. The all-aluminum cab of the 9900i delivers long life, less weight and maximum fuel efficiency. No other truck in the International® portfolio looks like the 9900i. From its head turning grill to its set forward front axle along with the gull wing bumper and classic fender lines, the 9900i is the kind of big rig drivers dream about. Drive to your nearest truck dealer in American Truck Simulator and add the Eagle to your fleet.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Ukrainian Paint Jobs Pack" released, all proceeds will be donated

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 called “Ukrainian Paint Jobs Pack” is now available for Linux on Steam. The very special thing: all proceeds for this DLC will be donated to the organization People in Need (Člověk v tísni)!

Friday, March 4, 2022 Ukrainian Paint Jobs Pack Today, we’d like to announce the release of the Ukrainian Paint Jobs Pack. A DLC featuring several Ukraine-themed paint jobs of which 100% of the income made from the sales will be donated to the People in Need (Člověk v tísni) charity involved directly in helping people affected by the war. This paint job pack features 4 designs including various designs of the country’s flag and the coat of arms (officially known as the Princely State Symbol of Volodymyr the Great).

Virtual Rides 3: Update 2.2 and DLC "The Forge" released

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The funfair-simulator Virtual Rides 3 received with the Update 2.2 even more improvements. Also the (paid) DLC “The Forge” has been released.

Update 2.2 - Ride at the lake Hello dear VR3 community, today is the day: A new VR3 update is available for you. Relaxing at the lake We have enlarged the festival area by another piece. There you will find a beautiful body of water, but unfortunately too cold for swimming. But riding a ride with a view of the water sounds good, doesn’t it? New Ride (DLC) A new - frequently requested - ride has also made it to the new fairground: Forge. A new ride was spotted at the Virtual Rides 3 fairground. The new ride “Forge” gives its visitors a wild ride with high G-forces. And the whole thing upside down. New mid-sized deco parts We have added new medium sized deco parts for the middle. Other changes Added: Running light groups can now be toggled on and off with CTRL + 1-9. Added: It is now possible to filter by your own music in the audio player Added: The tail lights from the Hurricane gondolas can now be colored Improved: The brakes should now grip much better on most rides. Improved: The brakes now release immediately (instead of being released slowly over ~1 second) Improved: The 3rd light-change-program now contains all colors Improved: On a few rides the bounds of the free-fly camera have been increased a bit (especially upwards) Balancing: Kraken 20% slower main motor acceleration, slightly faster eccentric extension Balancing: Hurricane main engine ~15% faster Balancing: “Flying Swing” slightly increased acceleration Balancing: “Chopper” a little more damping and weight Balancing: “Discus” slightly increased arm speed Fixed: The navmesh on the fairground piece from the last update was sometimes loaded incorrectly, so visitors walked strangely Fixed: Visitors were walking across the ride area from the “Ghost Spin”. Fixed: Price list at the “Falcon” ride was positioned differently in different LOD levels. Fixed: At the “Centrifuge” a few paint materials were not updated correctly when changing theming Fixed: The color change for the strobo only worked before turning it on. Now the colors can also be changed while the strobo is active. Fixed: Trees were shaking a lot in normal sunny weather. Fixed: “Giant Mill” parked the arm at a slight angle. Fixed: Staff were sometimes still standing on the “Hurricane” plate (are now reset to their original position).

Indoorlands: Update 0.8.0 with editor for own rides and sandbox-mode released

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The update 0.8.0 with ride editor and sandbox mode for the indoor park management simulator Indoorlands is now available for Linux on Steam.

Update 0.8.0 - Build your own rides or go play in the sandbox Hi, Today is the day. Our probably most influential Early Access update for “Indoorlands” is now available. A little pre-Christmas present for you Create Your Ride The editor has been available on the “experimental” branch for quite a while, but now you get the full “Create Your Ride” experience in the normal game as well. It took us a lot of effort, but now you can use the self-made rides in your park and hopefully impress your visitors. If you don’t want to impress the visitors, maybe you want to share your creations with others? You can now do that easily via the workshop integration. We are so excited to see what you will create (what we have seen so far [url=https://discord.gg/jdNCUY8CCX]was already very impressive)! At this point, a big thank you again to everyone who has tested the editor so extensively and given us feedback! Sandbox Since the Early Access release of “Indoorlands” we received a lot of requests. Perhaps the most mentioned wish was that the game should have a sandbox mode. Today the time has come: You can now choose if it should be a “career” or a “sandbox” park when creating a new park. You can make a few settings when creating the sandbox park to customize the mode to your needs. Do you want infinite money or just an increased starting amount? Do you want to keep climbing milestone levels or does the system get in the way of unleashing your creativity? You can choose. Larger parks We have found that parks eventually reach their limits, as there is hardly enough space to satisfy all needs. Besides, you surely want to place your own built rides in the park now and be able to enjoy the sandbox mode even more. Therefore we decided to increase the park size significantly. There are now 17 instead of 6 unlockable areas in the park, so the total park size has grown by 122%. To make this possible, we had to make some major performance changes, but we think the expansion is ready for you now. Ho ho ho! How could we release an update so close to Christmas and not offer any matching content? Not at all! That’s why you can now find some wintry design possibilities in “Indoorlands”. Other changes All entries marked with CyR are differences from the previous “experimental” version. Added Christmas music for the halls added CyR: setting of color groups and colors CyR part: functional eccentric CyR part: angular hub CyR part: New seat variant CyR part: Arm hub CyR: motor can now be set to “oscillating” so that it performs a sinus motion CyR: Save and load rides + workshop support CyR: Placing of own rides in halls CyR: Seats now have brackets CyR: Stat values for the rides are now calculated and displayed New supporter names. Thanks to you guys! If you also want your game to appear in the name, check out the Supporter Edition: Improved Some performance improvements Limitation of number of savegames removed CyR: The selection of parts is now more accurate Fixed At the “Eagle” and “Salto” ride no visitors were shown in the park overview in the ride The “Pendulum” and “Swing” ride had no sounds for the arm movement CyR: visitors had multiple headgears Current roadmap With the latest changes, our roadmap now looks like this: We will now disappear into a winter break for now and then figure out what to build next. What would you like to see next? We hope you like the additions and changes. Thanks for your bug reports and feedback. Remember, the red button with the bug icon in the top bar is the fastest way to submit feedback. Feel free to join us on our Discord ( https://discord.gg/2X8WWaK ) or post in the STEAM discussions. At this point we wish you a pleasant holiday season. If you are still looking for a gift, we have a suggestion https://store.steampowered.com/app/1378890/Indoorlands/

American Truck Simulator: extensive update 1.43 released

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Also for the American Truck Simulator the very extensive update 1.43 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog: Map: General Bugfixes Vehicles: Ownable Dump Trailers 2022 Freightliner Cascadia UI: New Loading Screen Images World Map Legend Filters Other: Improved Controller Support Implemented Sound Attenuation MSDF Font Implementation

Euro Truck Simulator 2: extensive update 1.43 released

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The very extensive update 1.43 to the Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for Linux on Steam.

Changelog: Map: Lyon City Revamp Viewpoints Addition Tollgate Update New Special Transport Routes New Iberia Roads General Bugfixes Vehicles: Ownable Dumper Trailers Michelin Tyre DLC Update MAN TGX EfficientLine 3 UI: New Loading Screen Images World Map Legend Filters Other: Improved Controller Support Implemented Sound Attenuation MSDF Font Implementation

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: Update 1.42 with improved Force-Feedback under Linux released

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Both for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 and the American Truck Simulator the Update 1.42 with improved force feedback support under Linux is now available:

Changelog Gameplay Initial MOD support for Convoy multiplayer UI Convoy session modification UI added for MOD compatibility and downloads. Other Force feedback improved and available for more controller types on more systems (Linux) Steering wheel animation range setting

The complete announcement can be found here.

American Truck Simulator & Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Volvo Construction Equipment" now available

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator and the Euro Truck Simulator 2 a new (paid) DLC is now available for Linux on Steam: the “Volvo Construction Equipment”.

The Volvo Construction Equipment DLC includes 5 different branded construction machinery from Volvo CE’s line-up for drivers to haul and deliver across the USA. Volvo Construction Equipment is among the world’s leading manufacturers of articulated haulers and wheel loaders, and one of the world’s foremost manufacturers of excavation equipment, road development machines and compact construction equipment. With over 180 years in the business, Volvo CE continues to lead in their field and in technology and safety. This DLC includes: A25G (Articulated Hauler) The Volvo A25G is a medium sized articulated Dump Truck, weighing in at over 22 tons and measuring at over 3.3m (11ft) in height and 10m (33ft) in length! This machine is most commonly used in agriculture, mining, construction and highway maintenance. SD160B (Soil Compactor) The SD160B is a Soil Compactor which weighs 16 tons and measuring 3m (10ft) in height and 6m (20ft) in length! This machine is perfect for working on foundations, buildings, pavements, and other structures. EC220E (Crawler Excavator) The EC220E Crawler Excavator is the ultimate digging tool. Weighing 25 tons, 3m (10ft) in height and 9.7m (32ft) in length, it is used in mining, road building, civil engineering, general construction and more! EW240E Material Handler (Excavator) The EW240E Material Handler is made for all jobs large and small! At over 9.4m (31ft) in height and weighing 28 tons, it is the ultimate machine for the job at hand. L250H (Wheel Loader) The L250H Wheel Loader is a heavy-duty machine weighing 34 tons, 3.6m (12ft) in height and 7.3m (24ft) in length! It is perfect machine to dig, move, load and more at any jobsite.

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Wyoming" released

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator a new (paid) DLC has been released for Linux on Steam: “Wyoming”.

Say howdy to the Equality State, Wyoming. From towering, snow-capped mountain ranges to world-famous national parks, “Big Wyoming” is a state of rugged natural beauty. Witness the Devils Tower. Haul through the cities along the I-80. Export livestock from the massive agricultural sector. Explore the Magic City of the Plains, Cheyenne. Go on a road trip to a part of the legendary Yellowstone National Park. Whether you fancy the beautiful architecture or the general feel of rich history, you will feel like at home in Wyoming. Cowboys, trains, and wide-open natural spaces await you. This is what you can do and see in Wyoming Deliver to and from 10 cities and discover 14 settlements Discover and deliver to Wyoming’s important industries like coal & soda ash, farms & agriculture, railyards, and more! Haul livestock cargo to our new cattle auction houses Drive on the Highway to Heaven Haul cargo on the I-80, the second-longest Interstate highway in the United States See wildlife unique to Wyoming including bison Visit landmarks like Devils Tower National Monument and part of the Yellowstone National Park and get bird’s-eye views with many new viewpoints Admire accurate representations of cities like Cheyenne, Casper, Jackson, Sheridan, and more! Visit and take a rest at famous Wyoming rest stops & gas stations Unlock Wyoming-specific Steam achievements

Euro Truck Simulator 2: Update 1.41 with multiplayer-mode "Convoy" released

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Two days after the release of the update 1.41 for ATS, the Update 1.41 incl. the multiplayer-mode “Convoy” is now also available for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 for Linux on Steam!

Convoy Multiplayer Convoy is a new multiplayer game mode, where players can set up and host their own private sessions (password optional) to drive with their friends or other fellow truckers. There is currently support for synchronized AI traffic, time and weather, and the ability to take the same job as other players. Convoy allows you to create and host an online session with up to 8 players. We plan to eventually raise the player limit in the future, however, we are keeping it small at this time due to its work-in-progress nature. Session hosts will automatically be made admins of these sessions, allowing them to ultimately control what kind of environment they want to have online, as well as having the ability to kick any trouble-makers from the session.

American Truck Simulator: Update 1.41 with multiplayer-mode "Convoy" released

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The long awaited Update 1.41 for the American Truck Simulator including the new multiplayer-mode called “Convoy” is now available for Linux on Steam !

Convoy Multiplayer Convoy is a new multiplayer game mode, where players can set up and host their own private sessions (password optional) to drive with their friends or other fellow truckers. There is currently support for synchronized AI traffic, time and weather, and the ability to take the same job as other players. Convoy allows you to create and host an online session with up to 8 players. We plan to eventually raise the player limit in the future, however, we are keeping it small at this time due to its work-in-progress nature. Session hosts will automatically be made admins of these sessions, allowing them to ultimately control what kind of environment they want to have online, as well as having the ability to kick any trouble-makers from the session.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: free update adds DAF Trucks XG & XG+

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000

A free update for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 now adds the new DAF Trucks XG & XG+ to the game! The full announcement can be read here.

Today, we are proud and excited to bring to you, just a day after DAF’s official reveal of the New-Generation DAF trucks, the brand-new DAF XG and XG+ The New-Generation DAF represents a new era in trucking. As DAF says, Start the Future. The new line of trucks focuses on efficiency, driver comfort, and safety. The new XG and XG+ cab is yet another revolution since DAF’s previous cab was introduced in its earliest form on the 95 XF back in 1987. DAF is literally reinventing the game with the XG/XG+, by being the first-to-market with its new super-sized cabs made possible by the reformed EU Weights & Dimensions law, which allows for truck cabs to be increased in length by up to 80cm.

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Goodyear Tires Pack" released

Tue, 11 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator has been released for Linux on Steam: the “Goodyear Tires Pack”.

We are proud to introduce a new set of truck tires and truck accessories, officially licensed from Goodyear to American Truck Simulator. The Goodyear Tires Pack DLC comes not only with a range of long-lasting tires, but also with a range of additional cabin accessories and paint jobs to decorate your truck with. Goodyear tires are the product of over 120 years of innovation and state-of-the-art technology, offering very high levels of performance and safety. As one of the world’s largest tire companies, Goodyear continues to push the envelope with new innovations in tires and ‘beyond tires’ setting the standard in the industry. Tires: Steer Tires: Goodyear Endurance LHS Goodyear G296 MSA Drive Tires: Goodyear Endurance LHD Goodyear Fuel Max RTD Goodyear Fuel Max SSD ft. DuraSeal Trailer Tires: Goodyear Fuel Max LHT Goodyear Fuel Max G316 LHT Goodyear Fuel Max G316 LHT ft. DuraSeal Goodyear Fuel Max SST ft. DuraSeal Extra custom-designed rims for truck: Front: Seagul Deep Blue Seagul Wide Deep Blue Rear: Seagul Deep Blue Seagul Wide Deep Blue Extra custom-designed rims for trailer: Seagul Deep Blue Seagul Wide Deep Blue Paint Jobs: Goodyear Origins Goodyear High Line Cabin Accessories: Wingfoot Air Freshener Goodyear Blimp Model Goodyear Cap Goodyear Wallet Goodyear Notebook Goodyear Coffee Mug Goodyear Money Box Goodyear Mints Goodyear Mug Goodyear Pillow Goodyear Logo Sticker Goodyear Old Logo Sticker Goodyear Weekend Bag

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Iberia" released

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC called “Iberia” for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for Linux on Steam!

The Iberian Peninsula is full of rich and diverse landscapes, from semi-arid southeastern deserts to the green coniferous forests. Iberia is home to numerous historic villages and towns, narrow streets, old churches and impressive castles. Visit the capital of Spain, Madrid, the coastal capital of Portugal, Lisboa, a wide amount of coastal cities like Málaga and Olhão, and many of the inland cities. Be an important part of the strong export economy and deliver cargo from Iberia through Europe. Iberia is delightful, here’s why Travel through the Tabernas Desert, often nicknamed ‘mainland Europe’s only desert’ Connect Iberia to the rest of Europe with shipments from its busy ports Deliver car parts and whole cars to and from the various car factories to the shipping terminals Take a rest at truck stops and gas stations crafted to closely match their real-life counterparts See landmarks of all shapes and sizes, from medieval castles to statues of historical figures Enjoy the spectacular view of the coast and even the famous ‘The Rock of Gibraltar’ located on the other side of the bay from the coastal city of Algeciras Immerse yourself in new ambient sound, from the subtle sound of wind through the valleys to the tweeting of birds Explore mountainous areas with a wide range of colorful rocks Visit landmarks like the Guadiana International Bridge and get a bird’s-eye view on it with the viewpoint feature Unlock Iberia-specific Steam achievements

Euro Truck Simulator 2: free update adds Renault Trucks T & T High: Evolution

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000

An free update for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 now adds the new Renault Trucks T & T High: Evolution! The full announcement can be found here.

Now it’s time to imaginarily pull off the red sheet! Lights on! Cameras are rolling, and the paparazzi have their quick fingers on their camera shutters. Are we all ready to welcome the Renault Trucks T Evolution and Renault Trucks T-High Evolution to the game, in a trucking industry first-of-its-kind through a video game before the real event? Let’s do this! We are happy to announce that it is now available for everyone in ETS2 on Steam! It is a very remarkable milestone for us, and we are honoured and proud that our track record, alongside the importance of our #BestCommunityEver, have helped create so strong a position for us in the automotive industry that we are able to work on a cooperation like this. We believe that our fanbase will love the new design and that many of you will head straight to the closest Renault Trucks dealership in the game to buy a new model, or three.

Parkitect: experimental cross-platform-multiplayer released

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000

An experimental cross-plattform-multiplayer for the theme-park-management-game Parkitect adds the possibility, to play the multiplayer with other platforms than Linux:

Experimental cross-platform multiplayer available An experimental update for cross-platform multiplayer is now available for testing. This allows all players to play together, no matter if you’re using Windows, macOS or Linux. Right now this update is experimental, which means it needs to be installed separately and only players using this update are able to join cross-platform multiplayer sessions . When the update is installed you can’t join multiplayer sessions with players who are still using the regular version of the game without the update (but you can always revert back to the regular version at any time). If the tests are going well this will become the new default version of Parkitect in a few weeks, so if you are interested in cross-platform multiplayer please give it a try and let us know if you encounter any issues. Installing the cross-platform multiplayer update Open the “Library” tab in your Steam client Right-click on Parkitect in the game list Select Properties -> Betas, then pick “crossplay” from the dropdown list After the update has been installed you can play together with any other players who are also using this update. You won’t be able to play together with anyone who is not using this update Reverting back to the normal version of the game Open the “Library” tab in your Steam client Right-click on Parkitect in the game list Select Properties -> Betas, then pick “None” from the dropdown list This will uninstall the cross-platform multiplayer update

Civilization VI: Portugal Pack now available for Linux

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Another (paid) DLC called “Portugal Pack” to Civilization VI is now available for Linux on Steam!

This new content pack introduces João III as the leader of Portugal. Includes the Portugal civilization with João III, the Nau unique unit, and two unique structures, the Navigation School building and the Feitoria. Civ Unique Ability: Portugal’s unique ability, “Casa Da Índia,” significantly increases the yields of International Trade Routes, but limits those routes to cities on the coast or with a Harbor. This ability also grants Trader units additional range and the ability to embark on water tiles as soon as they’re unlocked. Leader Unique Ability: Joao’s unique ability is “Porta Do Cerco,” which grants all units increased Sight. It also increases Trade Route capacity whenever Portugal meets a new civ and provides Open Borders with all city-states. Unique Unit: Portugal’s unique unit, the Nau, is a naval melee unit that replaces the Caravel. It starts with one free Promotion, requires less maintenance than the Caravel, and has two charges to build Feitorias, special shipping ports unique to Portugal. Unique Infrastructure: Portugal has access to two unique structures. Portugal’s unique building, the Navigation School, replaces the University building and increases Production toward naval units in each city that builds it. It also increases a city’s Science yields for every two coastal or lake tiles within the city’s borders and grants additional Great Admiral points. The Feitoria can only be built by a Nau unit on a foreign city’s coastal tile next to a luxury or bonus resource. Sending a Trade Route to a city with a Feitoria provides Portugal with additional Gold and Production. New “Zombies Defense” Game Mode The Portugal pack also introduces the new Zombies Defense game mode. In this optional game mode, the dead don’t stay dead for long and present an ever-growing threat to the world’s civilizations. BRAINS! The Dead Don’t Rest: Every unit has a chance to respawn as a ravenous Zombie when it dies. Zombie units hunger after and attack the nearest non-Zombie unit; any units they slay succumb to the infection and respawn as Zombies themselves. The Living Fight Back: An arsenal of new trap and barricade improvements deal damage to hostile units that pass through or near them and can be built in owned or neutral territory. Zombies’ obsession with brain-banquets and digestive-devastation means they can only fall victim to these improvements and never pillage them. Humanity Takes Control: Two new projects allow civilizations to temporarily subjugate Zombie units within a city’s limits, putting them under player control. The “Holy Site: Turn Undead” project unlocks early, but controls Zombies only briefly. The “Campus: Horde Control” project unlocks later in the game, but grants additional turns with which to command Zombies’ mindless mayhem. Meanwhile, the “Zombie Outbreak” spy operation attempts to spawn Zombies on worked tiles in another player’s city. New map script and new World Wonders: The Portugal content pack also includes a new map script and two new World Wonders: Wetlands Map Script: Squelch your way to victory through a soggy map dominated by Marshes. This map offers new strategic challenges and defensive possibilities: while Marshes penalize Movement, careful positioning can allow ranged units to exploit enemies’ reduced speed. Torre de Belém World Wonder: This imposing tower historically served as a ceremonial gateway to Lisbon in Portugal. Grants additional Gold and Great Admiral Points. International Trade Routes embarking from this city receive additional Gold for every Luxury Resource at the destination. When constructed, any cities owned by the civilization but located on other continents receive the cheapest building they can construct at that time. Etemenanki World Wonder: The name of this Babylonian ziggurat translates to “temple of the foundation of heaven and earth.” It grants additional Science yields every turn, as well as bonus Science and Production to all Floodplains in the city that builds it and Marsh tiles in that civilization.

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: huge updates 1.40 released

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The very huge Updates 1.40 for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator are now available for Linux on Steam. The complete list of all changes (for ATS/for ETS2) is large, and include a completly new lighting system for the underlying engine and also revamped trucks and cities. Short Changelog ATS:

Changelog: Visual: New visual lighting system Map: New viewpoints in New Mexico & Oregon DLC’s An overall update to road signage New service signs added to CO, ID, UT, and WA New fast food brands introduced to several other locations outside of CO Vehicles: New 4x2, 8x4, and 8x6 chassis Western Star 49X update including sleeper variants, set-back configurations, and new customizations UI Full-text city/company search in the job selection screen Improved vehicle adjustment menu (F4)

Nebuchadnezzar: now available for Linux

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The city builder game Nebuchadnezzar is now available for Linux on GOG and Steam!

Nebuchadnezzar is a classic isometric city builder game inviting players to experience the mysterious history and culture of ancient Mesopotamia. In the campaign, players get to rule over influential historical cities filled with magnificent monuments. Gameplay Build your city while you oversee the manufacturing of different agriculture and goods for your population. Solve problems, prevent population loss, trade with other cities, handle foreign relationships, take care of varying population classes and employee types across various industries and services, and many more. Nebuchadnezzar’s gameplay is geared towards all types of players: from beginners of the genre to experienced strategists. Campaign Nebuchadnezzar’s main campaign contains more than a dozen historical missions covering the colonization of ancient lands to the conquest of Babylon by Persians in the 6th Century bc. Each mission summons a different time period in Ancient Mesopotamian history, providing comprehensive historical experience. Players must carry out tasks important to the specific time and place of each mission, including the construction of historical monuments. Monuments During the campaign players will not only build complex ancient monuments, but design them too. Nebuchadnezzar features an in-game monument editor giving players complete control over their buildings. From structural design to color scheme to final details: it’s in the hands of the player. Will you recreate history or make history? It’s up to you. Mods & Localization Nebuchadnezzar was created with mods and localization in mind. Expand your experience with the full support of mods from new buildings, new goods, production chains, and even new maps, missions, and campaigns. It is almost entirely moddable. Localizing mods will also not be a problem. You can create mods in multiple languages and/or add languages to existing ones. This applies to the base game as well.

Prison Architect: huge bug-fix-update released

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

For the prison-building-simulation Prison Architect the huge bug-fix-update has been released for Linux on Steam.

Staff Alerts Fixed Staff alerts: pop-up are closed/not spawned when research, graphs or grading screens are up. Fixed Staff alerts: now displaying Psychologist instead of the Psychiatrist. Staff alert pop-ups no longer show in the main menu. Pop-ups now show for all Staff alerts, not just the new going green ones. Holding cell staff alert that factors in the overflow of prisoners, now takes into account prisoners in dormitories. Going Green Serving Table inconsistency: small serving table can now be placed outside. Fixed Green Power generator: it doesn’t connect to the transformer if being moved one tile. Fixed an issue that caused Green Energy Goals to show a progress counter despite players having completed the task. Fix Green Power Sources generating power when not connected to Transformer. Trees can no longer be planted next to a wall or on the wall when using Grove from Quick Build. Continuous fertilizer will no longer do repeat orders when it’s already fertilized a plant. Indoor Tree Planter cannot be moved when a tree is planted. Prisoners will no longer only plant flowers when it is a High Priority task. No more industrial sounds when packing fruits to boxes. Sounds from working on crop fields can no longer be heard from any part of the map. Contraband that is specific for Going Green Produced narcotics and booze will only be shown if the player owns the DLC. Fixed wrong Staff icons used in Jobs tab. Prisoner icon now used when tending flowers by prisoners; Farmer icon used when moving harvested ingredients inside farm room. Escape Mode Escape mode punishment timers now show a countdown. Fixed issue where escaping or being released via helicopter was not registering. Fixed helicopter export. After escaping from prison, killed Farmers no longer appear as Electrical Cable on score board. Player can now be assigned to dormitories in Escape mode. Other fixes Minor localization fixes. Fixed issue with borderless windows displaying incorrectly on the monitor. Fixed crash when loading a savegame from the “Bootstraps” mission. Selling flooring cannot be cancelled anymore, and will happen instantly to be more aligned with other forms of selling. Building plans with the Planning tool now deducts money instead of adding it. The Valuation tab is now visible from the Reports UI without any DLC turned on. Added counting of Recycle Bin to Staff Alert about lack of Bins. Crisis toolbar no longer flickers in the top left corner for a frame before moving to its appropriate and correct position. Players are no longer able to build Outdoor Objects in Quick Build Indoor rooms Added storage shelf and scanner as suggested items to storage room. Fixed an issue that prevented players from placing objects like Paintings or Sinks on t-shaped wall intersections. Fridges and tall fridges in storage rooms can now only store food. Prioritize Area (Farmer) button is no longer visible in the base game without any DLC turned on. Fixed an issue that prevented players from expanding the land when starting a game with the “Land expansion” option enabled. Cooks will now prepare all required meals before an “Eat” regime slot instead of only half. Known Issues Damaged items will reset their rotation. This can lead to them no longer working as intended, e.g. if the affected item is a door that separates security sectors As a workaround, players can select the “move” option to correct the item placement after the repair. Large Prison Doors will change their rotation if Orderlies are walking through them We recommend using small Jail Doors only if players are playing with the Psych Ward expansion and when having Orderlies in the prison. The staff can endlessly transport Laundry Baskets between the Laundry and Reception rooms. If players are using Quick Rooms that require parts of the prison to be demolished, the game will prevent them from building utilities in that area until the construction of the Quick Room has been completed. It is not possible to build objects or walls in Quick Rooms while they are under construction. Clone Tool charges the player twice on the cost of objects in the cloned room. There are issues with starting Escape Mode on the Green Power Plant map that can cause players to spawn in the top left corner of the map. Staff Alert “The prison is not efficiently disposing of waste” does not disappear when placing Recycling Bins. Sink and Mirror objects can be placed anywhere even without a wall. Repairing a damaged Transformer takes a lot of time and it’s texture is not changing immediately after being fixed. There are some issues with syncing task progress in multiplayer that we are planning to fix for the next patch. Dragged construction (e.g. water pipes) can get canceled when the construction of a quick room is completed. The game can falsely displays “No Route” errors while any construction menu is opened The Contraband staff alert does not disappear automatically. The “Death Row” story mission cannot be completed if players move the Power Station of the prison. Game crashes after assigning any type of Guard to a deep water area in the middle of the lake. Electrical appliances are deleting existing electrical cables when moved & placed beside them Timer of Prisoner Intake can go to a negative value if the prison has a Riot underway We appreciate all the feedback, and we are still looking into solving more issues that you all have been reporting, and we plan to have another update coming with more fixes and improvements! Thank you for your support!

American Truck Simulator: free DLC "Freightliner Cascadia" released

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000

A new free DLC on Steam for the American Truck Simulator adds a fresh truck: the “Freightliner Cascadia “.

The Cascadia® is the most advanced on-highway truck Freightliner has ever offered. With more than one million hours of research and development and millions of miles of real-world testing, the Cascadia® is the result of a sustained, concentrated investment in the future of trucking. Advanced aerodynamics help it slice through the air and boost fuel efficiency. Freightliner reimagined the Cascadia® interior, starting with the dashboard, which features an all-new instrument cluster and automotive-style steering wheel controls and switch placement, to meet driver needs. The Cascadia® is offered with the Integrated Detroit™ Powertrain, which integrates the most fuel-efficient DD15® and DD13® engines ever designed with the technologically advanced DT12™ On-Highway Series transmissions and specifically engineered Detroit™ steer and high-speed ratio tandem axles for optimal, efficient performance. Now it is finally your chance to experience America’s most popular Class 8 truck for yourself! The long-awaited Freightliner Cascadia® for American Truck Simulator is finally here, and is available in a wide variety of configurations including 12 chassis variants, 14 engine choices, 13 transmissions, 4 different cabin types, 4 interior trim options and loads of other customization options. Whatever journey you have in mind, there will be a Cascadia® ready for the job!

Civilization VI: Babylon Pack now available for Linux

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Another (paid) DLC called “Babylon Pack” for Civilization VI is now available for Linux on Steam!

This new content pack introduces Hammurabi as the leader of Babylon. The Babylon civilization excels at Science, as well as Government and Infrastructure. Includes the Babylon civilization with Hammurabi, the Sabum Kibittum unique unit, and the Palgum unique building. Civ Unique Ability: The “Enuma Anu Enlil” ability allows Eurekas to provide all of the Science for technologies, but decreases the amount of Science generated each turn. Leader Unique Ability: Hammurabi’s “Ninu Ilu Sirum” ability constructs the lowest Production cost building in each specialty district for free the first time that district is built. The ability also grants a bonus Envoy when any other district is constructed for the first time. Does not apply to the Government Plaza. Unique Unit: Babylon features the Sabum Kibittum unique unit. This Ancient Era melee unit provides increased Combat Strength against Heavy and Light Cavalry units, and has additional Movement and Sight. Unique Building: The Palgum replaces the Watermill. It unlocks with Irrigation and provides additional Production and Housing. It also increases the Food generated by all Freshwater tiles, but requires the City to be adjacent to a River. The Babylon pack also introduces the new “Heroes and Legends” game mode, an optional mode that features legendary figures from the world’s great cultural traditions as playable entities. Recruit legendary characters to your flag and achieve new heights of prosperity, innovation, and military might. New Heroes can be discovered through the Heroic Tales City Project or through exploration and city-state diplomacy. Every Hero has one or more unique abilities based on their historic and/or mythic deeds. Weave together fact and myth to create new narratives, triumphs, and legends for your civilizations. Heroes have a finite Lifespan and expire after a certain number of turns, but can be recalled using Faith to aid your cause once more. The first time a Hero dies or expires, they leave behind two Heroic Relic Great Works: an Epic and a symbolic object. These relics can aid their civilization throughout the rest of the game. Monuments can display these items in two new Heroic Relic slots. Additional New Content: 24 New Great People - including the poet Rumi (Writer), the cultural anthropologist Margaret Mead (Scientist), and the Egyptian architect Imhotep (Engineer). 6 New City-States - including one of each type: Cultural, Industrial, Militaristic, Religious, Scientific, and Trade. 2 Unique Improvements unlocked by new City-States: The Mahavihara is built by the Nalanda city-state and provides additional Science and Housing. It also gives bonus Faith for every adjacent Holy Site and bonus Science for every adjacent Campus. The Mahavihara unlocks a random Technology the first time it is constructed and must be built on flat land not adjacent to another Mahavihara. The Trading Dome is built by the Samarkand city-state and provides additional Gold, plus further bonus Gold for every adjacent luxury resource. International Trade Routes sent from cities with Trading Domes generate increased Gold for each dome. Cannot be built adjacent to another Trading Dome.

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Colorado" released

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the new (paid) DLC called “Colorado” is now available for Linux on Steam!

Welcome to Colorful Colorado, a state that has some of the best wildlands and mountain ranges in the United States. See a big metropolitan area of Denver on the edge of the Great Plains, travel across the beautiful Rocky Mountains and through deep canyons to see vast desert landscapes around Grand Junction. What you will love about Colorado Forget about the real world in vastness of the Great Plains Roam through the Rocky Mountains Haul cargo on the Million Dollar Highway Discover Colorado’s important industries like agriculture and a gold mine Deliver freight to and from the inside of a large cargo aircraft in Denver International Airport Admire accurate representation of cities like Denver and Colorado Springs Visit landmarks like the Four Corners Monument and get a bird’s-eye view on it with the viewpoint feature Unlock Colorado-specific Steam achievements Discover Colorado cities Learn more about Colorful Colorado Whet your appetite for this beautiful state by reading more about its diverse nature, industries and cities. Nature Colorado has one of the most unique and varied natural landscapes found in North America. From emerald-green national forests to the incredible red rock formations jutting up from the earth at Garden of the Gods, you’ll find it nearly impossible to resist taking the time out of delivering loads to explore the natural beauty this state has to offer. Don’t miss out on a viewpoint in Ouray, the Switzerland of America, which gives you a beautiful view of this Victorian-era mining town! The state is especially famous for its Rocky Mountains, however, much of the eastern part of the region is dominated by a unique grassland that extends across the American continent. The Great Plains is an area that stretches more than eighteen hundred miles from north to south of North America and more than five hundred miles from east to west. Million Dollar Highway Offering views of mountains, valleys and gorges, the Million Dollar Highway is a road like no other. Stretching for around 25 miles (40 km) on the U.S. Highway 550, it has been said that it’s one of the nation’s most spectacular drives. The highway delivers jaw-dropping vistas and stunning backdrops on its winding and often dangerous road. So why is this stretch of road named the Million Dollar Highway? There are several stories including that it cost a million dollars a mile to build it and that its fill dirt contains a million dollars in gold ore. Industries Speaking about gold, the state is known for its gold mine located near Colorado Springs where you can haul important mining equipment and waste rock to and from the mining site. Colorado is also home to a variety of bottling plants, each producing and distributing an assortment of different beverages which drivers can deliver to locations across the States. Being a state that promotes its natural beauty, Colorado is always looking at ways of using clean energy to protect the environment. With unique parts and equipment always on the move from the number one wind turbine factory in the USA to wind farms across the States, we hope you will be a BIG fan of this industry. Nearly half of the state’s 66 million acres are dedicated just to farms and ranches. Play a key role in contributing to this important economy and exporting the state’s produce across the States. From hay bales to farming equipment, truckers will be the backbone of making sure this important and large industry in Cowowado keeps on moo-vin’! One of the largest contributors to the local economy is Denver International Airport. Drivers can expect to see lots of details around the airport including Denver’s famous horse statue. Truckers can also deliver to and from a fan-favorite cargo drop off point, located in the inside of a large cargo aircraft. Cities Nicknamed the Mile High City, Denver features accurate representations of famous landmarks and industries for drivers to discover and deliver cargo to. Denver will also feature a realistic road network, including the famous “mousetrap intersection”, the interchange of I-25 and I-70, which is best known for its spaghetti-like design. Located at the foot of Pikes Peak, you’ll find the city of Colorado Springs, the state’s 2nd most populous city. Colorado Springs is known for its many one-of-a-kind attractions, the most iconic being the city’s Garden of the Gods Park, a National Natural Landmark. Featuring 300 million years worth of geological history and incredible towering red sandstone rock formations, it is no wonder it is ranked top of the list of best parks to visit in the US. Try to find a hidden road that will take you there!

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: huge updates 1.39 released

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000

For the Euro Truck Simulator 2 and also for the American Truck Simulator the huge Update 1.39 has been released for Linux on Steam, and adds lots of new features and improvements. Changelog to 1.39 for ETS2 Changelog to 1.39 for ATS

Virtual Rides 3: Update 2.1 and DLC "Flipping Disc" released

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The Update 2.1 for the funfair-simulator Virtual Rides 3 contains a lot of improvements. Also the (paid) DLC “Flipping Disc” has been released.

Update 2.1 Strobe colors & hex colors Many of you wished different colors for the strobe light, so we added a selection for it. We also added a hex input field for color selection so it should be much easier to set the perfect colors. Modding improvements We added custom font modding support. In the modding folder (Documents/VR3) you can find “Custom Fonts” now. Throw in .ttf or .otf files and they’ll be made accessible in the game. This feature is experimental for now, so please give us your feedback about it. Additionally some of you players had plenty of custom themes in the game which could lead to memory problems (because all these themes were loaded). Now we just fully load the themes that are actually used by a fully loaded ride. If the ride is unloaded and no other ride uses the theme we unload the theme again. Other changes Added: Setting to select from different microphones (under “Audio”) Added: Setting to disable vomiting of visitors (under “Game”) Improved: Camera bounds for free cam Improved: The additional logo support frame is hidden now when entering no logo text Improved: When strobe is active material based lights are also deactivated (like Hurricane gondola headlights) Improved: Increased Big spin arm acceleration a bit Improved: Flic Flac gondolas should be a bit more dampened now Fixed: Clicking map item multiple times would start loading loop Fixed: Cashbox were not correctly mapped with cashbox texture (important for custom themes) Fixed: Memory issue with custom themes Fixed: Fog going in weird directions Fixed: Big Spin automatically putting podest in safety position when arms are parked Fixed: Chopper gondola physics acting weird Fixed: Titan gondola physics acting weird Fixed: Casino swing backwall being transparent in lower model detail Fixed: Hurricane gondola decoration being hidden in lower model detail situations Fixed: Astronaut ride parking upside down Fixed: “The Falcon” gondola grid texture being invisible sometimes Fixed: “Giant Mill” engine not rotating correctly when controlled with panel Fixed: “Giant Mill” not parking correctly Fixed: Wrong flag order on “Handstand” ride Unity Engine Update 2019.4 We hope you like the update and are happy to receive your feedback. As always thanks to the whole community without you this would not be possible. Feel free to join our Pixelsplit Simulations Discord server: https://discord.gg/fDV3YPA

Two Point Hospital: DLC "Culture Shock" released

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

For the hospital-management-game Two Point Hospital a new (paid) DLC called “Culture Shock” has been released for Linux on Steam.

Two Point County is having an artistic crisis. The creative world is bereft of ideas. Culture is drying up, and nothing is left but a crusty nubbin and an uninspiring husk. Fortunately, you’re on hand to answer the call of artist-in-residence Zara Fitzpocket, as she seeks to resuscitate the music scene, the silver screen and all artwork in between. Face televisual shenanigans at Plywood Studios as you look to launch a hit medical drama with washed-up film star Roderick Cushion. Head to Mudbury Festival and grab lyrical headlines with musical headliners while serving burgers from questionable vans. Finally, savour the affluent aromas of high society life at Zara’s very own Fitzpocket Academy. Socialise, hobnob, and boost that VIBE darling, because if you don’t who will? For far too long, we have overlooked a sickness in our minds, our homes and our loft-studio work spaces. What may have begun as a collective dry spell has become an all too literal illness. No single remedy, be it dramatic, melodic or medical will be enough. No, we must all work together on my biggest project yet. With my connections and your uncanny ability to heal things, we must cure the ailing culture of Two Point County. First things firstly, I believe that we’ll be needing a shot in the arm, and who better to administer the injection than a certified healthcare wiz such as yourself? If you’re interested - and I hope you are - your first task will take you to Plywood Studios and the silver screen! Remember, the pen is mightier than the scalpel. -Zara WHAT’S INCLUDED? The most new illnesses featured in a DLC yet! 3 fabulous new locations 3 new, fully animated cure machines 12 new visual illnesses 36 new illnesses in total New gameplay New music, DJ and tannoy lines New Hospitals Take in the sights, sounds and, dare we say it, smells, of the cultural scene on your whistle-stop tour into (and through) Two Point County’s pulsating arts. The glitz and glamour of Plywood Studios is your first stop. Can you launch a medical hit drama for the ages? Everyone’s watching (or at least they will be if you get it right). From there, swing over to Mudbury and experience festival life for yourself, replete with unfortunate health and safety issues and a complete lack of hygiene standards. Finally, head to the pinnacle of society at Zara Fitzpocket’s very own health exhibition / posh person soiree. It’s an arty hospital, a party hospital. You’ve made it, Babycheeks. New Illnesses include… Stunt Trouble Soiled Self Private Parts And… Snot Twist Concertoes Fourthwall Problem Dramatic Paws Wardrobe Malfunction Blooper Limelit Director’s Gut Minty Condition Culture Shock Sinewment Broken Leg Cross-Frayed Flash Back Blue Blood Shifting Perspective Protagony Listless Corrupt Footage Metrognomic Canapains Art Sick Motion Sickness Writer’s Block Banging Headache Stage Hand Extrasensory Foxtrodden Square Eyes Inbagneato Monopolies Guest Cist Misdewiener

Space Crew: now available for Linux on Steam

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Space Crew, the sequel to Bomber Crew, is now available for Linux auf Steam.

Space Crew is the brand new sequel to acclaimed strategic survival simulation game Bomber Crew. Your Space Crew Needs You! Enlist today and blast off to new heights! The United Defense Force will allow you to set across the galaxy on a campaign to defend Earth. It will be your responsibility to help stop all of humankind being wiped off the intergalactic stage by the mysterious extraterrestrial threat known as the Phasmids. The U.D.F. is doing their part, are you? Join the Space Crew today! Strategic Space Survival Simulation: Ship-to-ship combat is strategic and deadly; manage your resources and crew abilities to stop ship invasions, repair systems, tackle fires and take evasive action. Recruit YOUR Space Crew: From captain to comms officer, weapons officer, engineer and more - you will create your own unique crew with customisable equipment, loadouts, appearances and names. Fastest Hunk of Junk in the Galaxy: Personalisation doesn’t end at your crew, customise your spaceship from weapons, armour, engines, escape pods, liveries, and more to make your ship your very own. Close Encounters of the Space Kind: Precarious asteroid fields, harmful radiation, the freezing vacuum of space and black holes all pose a danger to even the most experienced space crew. Guardians of the Earth: Travel throughout the Galaxy and defeat the threat to humankind through a range of single player missions from reconnaissance to bounty hunts, reclamation and more.

Cattle and Crops: Farming simulation leaves Early Access

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Cattle and Crops, a farming simulator, finally leaves the early access after four years and a successfull Kickstarter-campaing, and is now available as full version for Linux on Steam! Release-announcement with detailed changelog

Are you ready for the new generation of farming simulators? Professional Farmer: Cattle and Crops takes you out into the countryside and impresses with its depth and attention to detail! Experience how exciting being a farmer can be. Work your fields with original machines or coordinate these tasks with your workers. Bringing in the harvest, caring for animals, and getting the cycle of food production going are hard, but also satisfying tasks of a farmer. Follow your vocation as a farmer with all the challenging and beautiful aspects modern farming has to offer: detailed machinery; authentic sowing; fertilizing and harvetsting; livestock management; and realistic weather and nature conditions. Professional Farmer: Cattle and Crops is the ultimate farming simulation with a unique and unrivaled level of detail. Detailed machines with realistic vehicle physics and many functions Convenient vehicle control with versatile functions, controllable via a radial menu and the quickbar Realistic representation of agricultural work steps and processes, e.g: Plant growth based on correct fertilization with nutrients (mineral and organic fertilisers: nitrogen, phosphate, potassium) Grassland tasks (mowing, turning, windrowing, baling) with realistic drying of field grass Physical bale handling, collecting and stacking of square bales with the front loader Weather simulated on the basis of real weather data with influence on soil and crop growth Dynamic fields affected with lanes and tracks created by machinery that remain even after saved scores Support for steering wheels and controllers Intelligent helper system: supporting staff who can control the machines autonomously over the field and road and take over tasks from a comprehensive calendar-based planning system Management of employees for cooperative tasks Extensive tutorials that provide an easy introduction to the game Scenarios that provide comprehensive insight and background knowledge about agriculture To produce a simulation that is as realistic as possible MBB worked in close cooperation with the national agricultural publisher Landwirtschaftsverlag Münster Career mode, tutorials, scenarios, and a sandbox mode Experience levels with XP (experience points), reputation, and achievements Difficulty levels from arcade gamer to simulation professional Mod support for machines (tractors, attachments, trailers, etc.) and maps (adding your own content or content created by other players)

American Truck Simulator: free DLC "Western Star 49X" released

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000

A new free DLC available on Steam for the American Truck Simulator adds a new truck to the game: the " Western Star 49X “.

Debuting as Western Star’s latest model, Western Star 49X brings together the latest in safety, technology, and driver comfort, as well as the brand’s legendary build quality. Built to thrive in the most rugged of environments, on a heritage of toughness, Western Star 49X will easily take on any challenge it comes across. See and drive this new legend first in American Truck Simulator! The Western Star® 49X in American Truck Simulator is initially launching with a select choice of configurations, including 2 Set-Forward chassis variants, 12 engine and 7 transmissions options (including the Detroit™ DD13/15/16 and DT12 transmissions), in day cab form with a sizable variety of customization options. Larger sleeper variants will be added in time.

Civilization VI: August 2020 Update now available for Linux

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The August 2020 Update for Civilization VI on Linux is now available on Steam.

Civilization VI - August 2020 Game Update Available Now We’re excited to announce the August 2020 Game Update is now available to all Civilization VI players. Included in this update is the new Natural Wonder picker, which lets you customize the Natural Wonders that will (or won’t) show up in your game, and the Tech and Civics Shuffle mode, a new way of playing that randomizes your path forward on the Tech and Civics trees. Read on for the full list of what’s in today’s free game update. [NEW FEATURES] Tech and Civic Shuffle Mode This new game mode adds variety to the tech tree, as it shuffles techs and civics within their historical eras, leading to different costs and prerequisites than normal. The resulting trees are the same for all players. Techs and civics are also hidden until a prerequisite is earned, preserving the mystery of discovery all the way until the end of the game. Natural Wonder Picker Sick of the Bermuda Triangle? Want to break the Delicate Arch? In Advanced Setup, you can now bring up a new menu to choose which Natural Wonders you would like to include in your next game. Wonders checked are not guaranteed to be in your next game, rather, they are part of the pool of Wonders that will then be randomly selected and placed. [GAME UPDATES] Items in the list below apply to the Gathering Storm ruleset only. [BALANCE/POLISH] Amenities Removed the free population amenity. Added an amenity to the palace. Increased the Golf Course amenities by 1. Decreased all negative amenity level thresholds by 1. Increase Happy and Ecstatic’s minimum by 2. o New city thresholds: Ecstatic at 5+ Happy at 3 to 4 Content at -1 to 2 Displeased at -3 to -2 Unhappy at -5 to -4 Unrest at -7 to -6 Revolt at -8 o Negative amenities non-food yield decrease changes: Displeased -10%, was -5% Unhappy -20%, was -10% Unrest -30% (stays the same) Revolt -40%, was -60% The Theater Square now gains a major adjacency bonus with the Entertainment complex and Water Park. Government Plaza Buildings Grand Master’s Chapel provides +5 faith. +3 Diplomatic Favor from the Foreign Ministry. The Naturalist unit now initially costs 600 Faith and will increase by 100 Faith after each purchase. Fixed issues that prevented Apostles from receiving all available promotions. The Appeal stat has been added to the trait section of the Districts, Terrains, Improvements, and Features Civilopedia pages. The text for the Acropolis district now correctly shows major adjacency bonuses for adjacent Wonders. Apocalypse Game Mode Reduced volcanic activity. Reduced frequency of Aid Requests. Added CO2 production to Soothsayer actions (50 for causing a disaster, 30 for sacrificing a unit). Forest/Jungle Fires now remain in the burnt state longer. [AI] Added some bias towards getting governments with lots of wild card slots. Fixed an issue where the AI was overvaluing bonuses from governments for cities with governors. Increased desire for civics that unlock new governments. Capped desire for Theology for high Faith income civs (ensures they can move on to tier 3 or 4 governments). Various AI improvements. Governors assigned to a City-State are now displayed in the City-States panel. Fixed an issue that caused map selection to break. Various UI bug fixes and polish. [MISC] Fixing balanced start positions choosing invalid placements. Added bias for starting in the center of a continent the player does not share with other majors. [CRASH] Fix crash when forming a Corps and the unit that is joining is not on the map. Additional crash fixes. Thank you all for your continued support and feedback across our social media channels, the Civilization subreddit, Steam forums and elsewhere. Join the conversation by using the hashtag #OneMoreTurn, and be sure to follow the Civilization franchise on social media to keep up to date with the latest news and information on Sid Meier’s Civilization VI.

Civilization VI: Ethopia Pack now available for Linux

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Another (paid) DLC called “Ethopia Pack” for Civilization VI is now available for Linux on Steam!

Civilization VI - Ethiopia Pack Available Now We’re excited to announce the Ethiopia Pack is available now, as part of the New Frontier Pass or as an individual $4.99 purchase. 23 Jul, 2020 Today’s release of the Ethiopia Pack is the second in a planned series of premium and free updates for Civilization VI that we’re calling the New Frontier Pass. If you purchase the New Frontier Pass, you’ll also get the exclusive Teddy Roosevelt and Catherine De Medici Persona Packs, also available alongside the release of the Ethiopia Pack today. Here are the full update notes: Persona Pack Theodore Roosevelt (Rough Rider) Unique Ability – Roosevelt Corollary Units receive +5 Combat Strength on their home continent. Envoys sent to City-States you have a Trade Route to count as two Envoys. Gain the Rough Rider unique unit with Rifling. Agenda – Big Stick Policy Likes peaceful civilizations that have a city on his home continent. Dislikes civilizations starting wars on his continent. Theodore Roosevelt (Bull Moose) Unique Ability – Antiquities and Parks Breathtaking tiles adjacent to either a Natural Wonder or a Mountain receive +2 Science. Breathtaking tiles adjacent to either a Wonder or Woods receive +2 Culture. All tiles in a city with a National Park are +1 Appeal. Agenda – The Bull Moose Likes civilizations with high appeal tiles. Dislikes civilizations with low appeal tiles. Settles near high appeal tiles and builds more high appeal districts and wonders. Catherine De Medici (Magnificence) Unique Ability - Catherine’s Magnificences Improved Luxury resources adjacent to Theater Square districts or Châteaux receive +2 Culture. May initiate the Court Festival project in any city with a Theater Square district. When the project finishes, players earn Culture and Tourism based on the number of excess copies of Luxury resources France possesses. Agenda - Sumptuous Finery Likes civilizations that trade Luxury resources to France. Dislikes civilizations that have not made such a trade. Tries to collect as many copies of Luxury resources as possible. Please note: Original Catherine De Medici can now be found as Catherine de Medici (Black Queen) Ethiopia Pack [NEW FEATURES] Ethiopia Civilization Unique Ability – Aksumite Legacy Ethiopia’s International Trade Routes grant +0.5 Faith per resource at the origin. Improved resource tiles receive +1 Faith for each copy of the resource the city owns. Can purchase Archaeology Museums and Archaeologists with Faith. Unique Unit – Oromo Cavalry [Base Game or Rise and Fall] Ethiopian unique Medieval era light cavalry unit. Has additional sight and receives no Movement penalty from moving in Hills. [Gathering Storm] Ethiopian unique Medieval era light cavalry unit. Stronger and greater sight than the Courser that it replaces. Receives no Movement penalty from moving in Hills. Unique Improvement – Rock Hewn Church [Gathering Storm] Unlocks the Builder ability to construct a Rock-Hewn Church, unique to Ethiopia. Gives +1 Faith and +1 Faith for every adjacent Mountain and Hills tile. Provides Tourism from Faith, after researching Flight. +1 Appeal. Can only be pillaged (never destroyed) by natural disasters. Can only be built on Hills or Volcanic Soil not adjacent to another Rock-Hewn Church. [Base Game or Rise and Fall] Unlocks the Builder ability to construct a Rock-Hewn Church, unique to Ethiopia. +1 Faith. +1 Faith for every adjacent Mountain and Hills tile. Provides Tourism from Faith, after researching Flight. +1 Appeal. Can only be built on Hills not adjacent to another Rock-Hewn Church. Leader - Menelik II Ability - Council of Ministers Receive Science and Culture equal to 15% of your Faith generation in cities founded on Hills. Units receive +4 Combat Strength on Hills. Agenda - Ethiopian Highlands Prefers building cities on Hills. Likes Civs who build cities away from Hills. Dislikes Civs who build cities near or on Hills. New District Diplomatic Quarter [Base or Rise and Fall] Your civilization receives +1 Culture for each Delegation or Embassy from a foreign civilization through diplomacy. +1 Envoy if built next to the City Center. Enemy Spies operate at 2 levels below normal targeting this district and adjacent districts. Only 1 can exist in your empire at a time. [Gathering Storm] Your civilization receives +1 Diplomatic Favor for each Delegation or Embassy from a foreign civilization through diplomacy. +1 Envoy if built next to the City Center. Enemy Spies operate at 2 levels below normal targeting this district and adjacent districts. Only 1 can exist in your empire at a time. Envoy bonuses have been rebalanced to tie into the Diplomatic Quarter and its Tier 1 and 2 buildings (more information on those below). Having 1 Envoy assigned grants +1 yield in the first building of particular districts and Capital. Having 3 Envoys assigned grants +2 yield in the second building of particular districts and Consulate building. Having 6 Envoys assigned grants+3 yield in the third building of particular districts and Chancery building. New Buildings Consulate +2 Influence Points per turn. Enemy Spy levels are reduced by 1 when targeting this city or cities with Encampments. Chancery +3 Influence Points per turn. When this civilization captures or kills an enemy Spy, receive 50 Science for every level of the enemy Spy. [Rise and Fall or Gathering Storm] Secret Societies Game Mode Discover the secret societies pulling the strings of civilization since the dawn of man. Only the most privileged have ever laid eyes on them. Each Society grants new unseen powers but make your selection carefully. Once a Society is joined, you can never leave. This game mode adds four powerful and mysterious Secret Societies to the world. To make contact, seek out a Society where its influence might hide: Barbarian Camps, Tribal Villages, Natural Wonders, or City-States. Discovery is not guaranteed, but you are more likely to find a Society that other players have not discovered, or on continents where no Society has yet been discovered. Alternatively, invest in diplomatic visibility to learn about them from other leaders. Discovering a Society unlocks a unique Governor with powerful bonuses, which players do not need to assign to a city. Once you become a member of a Society, you commit to membership for the rest of the game. Alliances with players who are members of the same Society generate Alliance Points more quickly, and those players will have an improved opinion of you in diplomacy. Players who are members of a different Society, however, will dislike you once they are aware of your affiliation. Owls of Minerva A player has a chance to discover this Society by sending Envoys to any City-State they currently have no Envoys at. Governor Bonuses: Level 1: +1 Economic policy slot. Each Trade Route started with a City-State awards 1 Envoy there. Level 2: Unlocks the Gilded Vault. Replaces the Bank. Also provides this Commercial Hub’s gold adjacency bonus as Culture. Gives +1 Trade Route capacity if this city has a Harbor. Level 3: +1 Wildcard policy slot. +2 Spy capacity. Cities with a Spy get +4 loyalty per turn and +1 Amenity. Level 4: Whenever an offensive spy mission is successful, you also gain half of the Gold, Faith, Culture, and Science that the targeted city earned that turn. Earn 3% of your Gold treasury as Gold per turn (up to 1000 Gold per turn). Hermetic Order A player has a chance to discover this Society by discovering any Natural Wonder. Governor Bonuses: Level 1 - Reveal the Ley Line resource on the map. Ley Lines give standard adjacency to all specialty districts. Level 2 - Unlock the Alchemical Society. Replaces the University. Also provides +1 Great Merchant point, and +1 Great Engineer point. +2 Production. Provides the Campus’s Science adjacency bonus as Gold. Level 3 - For every Great Person earned, Ley Lines receive +1 yield equal to that Great Person’s district type. Great Admirals and Great Generals earn +1 Science. Level 4 - Unlocks Occult Research, a city project that requires the Campus district. It provides Gold while active. When completed, it grants Great Merchant, Great Scientist, and Great Engineer points. It also grants Science for every Ley Line in the city Voidsingers A player has a chance to discover this Society by investigating Tribal Villages. Governor Bonuses: Level 1 - Unlocks the Old God Obelisk. Replaces the Monument. Also provides +4 Faith and 1 Great Work slot that can hold any kind of Great Work. Level 2 - Cities earn Gold, Science, and Culture per turn equal to 20% of their Faith per turn rate. Level 3 - Unlock the Cultist unit. Purchased with Faith, it is a Religious unit that can spend a charge to ‘Recruit Followers’ into the cult from enemy cities. This action reduces the Loyalty of the city it is in by 10 and requires a charge. When the Cultist expires, the owning player is awarded with a Relic of the Void Level 4 - Unlocks the Dark Summoning city project which can be performed in cities that have an Old God Obelisk. While active, it converts Production per turn into Faith. When the project is completed, it increases the amount of Loyalty damage your Cultists do against enemy cities by 2 (up to a maximum of 30). Sanguine Pact A player has a chance to discover this Society by capturing Barbarian Camps. Governor Bonuses: Level 1 – Player granted a Vampire unit. Combat unit with variable melee strength. Reduced passive healing. Retreats to capital upon death, healing to 1 HP. Heals an additional 50 HP from pillaging enemy tiles. Gains Combat Strength when a unit dies adjacent to it. Has base Combat Strength equal to the player’s strongest built unit. Strength from defeated Barbarian is capped at +10. Level 2 - Unlock the Vampire Castle improvement. Cannot be placed next to another Vampire Castle. Can be placed on empty tiles in player-owned or neutral territory. Can only be placed by Vampires. Grants defensive bonus to any unit on the tile. Vampires move to the player’s nearest Vampire Castle (or capital) when they die. The player may only have as many Vampire Castles as he has Vampires. Vampires can remove the player’s Castles, and any unit can pillage Castles. Vampire Castles grant yields to their owner’s capital equal to the yields of all adjacent tiles. Player granted a second Vampire unit. Level 3 - Unlock Intimidation passive bonus for Vampires. Enemy units adjacent to the Vampire lose 5 Combat Strength. Vampires can pillage for 1 movement cost. Player granted a third Vampire and third Vampire Castle build. Level 4 - Units can airlift to/from Vampire Castles. Player granted a fourth Vampire and a fourth Vampire Castle build Free Game Update [UI] Added information to the Espionage pop-up that calculates mission success probabilities. Fixed an issue where tooltips failed to update for the Chat Panel and Trade Menu when resizing them while having the “Replace Hold-to Drag with Clicks” option enabled during gameplay. Fixed an issue where inaccurate information would be present in the World Climate menu after a Comet Strike during Apocalypse mode gameplay. UI camera panning has been disabled when a popup is active to prevent unintended panning. The items in the promotion panel stack now have more room to fit verbose languages. Wonder movies can now be dismissed with right-click. [BUGS] Fixed an issue with the Great Work Heist spy mission that prevented players from stealing Great Works. Fixed an issue where a Great Prophet notification was not triggering after earning enough Great People points. Fixed an issue where GDRs were incorrectly affecting city Defense Strength. Fixed an issue where the incorrect information would be displayed when changing the number of Envoys, while there is an Envoy modifier in effect. Fixed some internal calculations for Rock Bands and Tourism. Fixed an issue where players would sometimes be prevented from planting woods on unrevealed resources. Fixed an issue where max unit strength was not properly updating the city strength. Fixed an issue where end of movement penalties were applying early and preventing units from using their final movement points. Fixed an issue where restarting the build of a district would be prevented if a new resource had popped up on its location. Fixed an issue where the Wonder Placement lens will remain open when opening and closing the City Details list before selecting a tile for a Wonder during gameplay. Fixed invalid combat previews from appearing when units are awakened. Fixed an issue where pillaged City-State resources would add to the number the Suzerain got, instead of subtracting. Fixed various text bugs. Fixed a crash caused by pillaging in neutral territory. Various additional crash fixes addressed [AI] Fixed an issue where AI tracking of Envoys was getting miscalculated when an Envoy modifier was in effect. Additional AI improvements. [MULTIPLAYER] Red Death Fixed an issue where units killed by mines and gifts stayed alive with 0 HP. Fixed an issue where the spark animation showing at incorrect times Text for a failed Gift Drop now displays on the target hex and is only available to the dropping player. Added icon for Jocks’ Hail Mary ability. The multiplayer chat window will now automatically begin scrolling once it has first filled with messages. Thank you all for your continued support and feedback across our social media channels, the Civilization subreddit, Steam forums and elsewhere. Join the conversation by using the hashtag #OneMoreTurn, and be sure to follow the Civilization franchise on social media to keep up to date with the latest news and information on Sid Meier’s Civilization VI.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.38 released

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The huge update 1.38 was already released some days ago for the American Truck Simulator. Now the update has also been released for the Euro Truck Simulator 2:

Euro Truck Simulator 2 1.38 Release After an exciting week for American Truck Simulator with the arrival of Idaho, we are happy to announce the arrival of the 1.38 update for Euro Truck Simulator 2! We’d like to thank all those who took part in the open beta and contributed with bug reports and general feedback. We hope you can now begin to fully enjoy the various new features which are included within this update. So, what can you expect to find in the 1.38 update ETS2? Lets us give you a quick recap of the most significant changes. First of all, one of the more significant changes that drivers will notice across the map at most major cities in the introduction of newly designed and unique truck brand dealerships. All dealerships locations across the Euro Truck Simulator 2 map have received a refresh, so make sure to visit them in-game as you drive past (it is well worth the stop!). The French city of Lille has also received a reskin in this update. Some of the main changes include updates to road junctions, which have been re-worked and created with more accurate layouts. Road signs and roads, in general, have also been updated with more accurate, realistic, and detailed textures, along with new buildings and assets. If you happen to be passing by on delivery, we recommend making some extra time to see Lille for yourself. We are also excited to introduce the inclusion of a computer graphics technique for efficiently approximating ambient occlusion effects in real-time. Screen Space Ambient Occlusion, better known in its shorter form SSAO, creates shadows in the areas where objects connect, to give it a more natural and believable look in terms of lighting and shadows. Less powerful GPUs may struggle to keep up at full quality, and with 400% or similarly high scaling selected, even mid-range machines would feel the impact on fps. If you are not happy with framerate after this update, please open the advanced graphics options in the game and try to find the right combination of scaling and SSAO quality for you. With a weaker GPU, it may be advisable to switch off SSAO completely. This new feature can be better explained by one of our senior programmers, be sure to read a more in-depth post about the topic at our Under the Hood blog post here. We are also happy to introduce a long-requested update to the RGB Color Picker which drivers use to paint their trucks when purchasing or tuning their truck. You now have the option to input specific color inputs (HSV, RGB, and HEX). We know that many drivers like to match their truck colors the same across their whole fleet, so we hope this feature is useful to you. There have also been changes made to our GPS Route Advisor, which now features a cleaner and more modern-looking UI allowing for a larger on-screen map view. That’s not all, however, as we also added new information for drivers using checkpoints for their journeys. Players will now be able to see useful information on their next checkpoint markers such as the distance to their next checkpoint, and their estimated time of arrival through their GPS and world map. The DAF XF Tuning Pack has also received a small update which will now allow all DAF trucks chassis covers to be painted. We look forward to seeing how drivers will take advantage of this new customization on their DAF fleet as we know many drivers like to match their truck colours. The FH Tuning Pack for Volvo Trucks has also received a small update based on feedback from our community. Drivers can also expect to find new tuning parts including front wheel covers, side deflectors with LEDs, stock front bumpers and rear top fenders with plastic and chrome options. This isn’t the only change however, as we also have included new horn models to better reflect the reality of the design of air horns. To reflect actual truck setups properly, our vehicle team has added new “pins” on truck cabins that are specific for air horns. We did our best with the research to make sure their locations are chosen on proper references, mostly on factory defaults, of course, but also taking into account what we could find in tuning photos from truck festivals. You can read more about their addition on a previous blog post. We are also happy to bring 3 new Special Transport routes for drivers to take on in our latest map expansion for Euro Truck Simulator 2, Road to the Black Sea. These routes are: Reșița to Târgu Mureș İstanbul to Edirne Pleven to Sofia Each journey will come with its own challenges. So make sure to adhere instructions given on the GPS advisor and the speed limit which have been set out for you before your departure, as there is no room for mistakes! This addition will come as a free update for owners of Road to the Black Sea and Special Transport for Euro Truck Simulator 2. There is much more packed into this update! MAP Lille re-skin Unique Truck Dealerships Special Transport routes in Road to the Black Sea Reșița to Târgu Mureș İstanbul to Edirne Pleven to Sofia VEHICLES Automatic transmission improved (shifting points, adaptive modes) Paintable chassis covers for XF Tuning Pack New tuning parts added to the FH Tuning Pack Roof Horns (standalone mountable accessories) Renault Trucks Range T AI vehicles added (4x2, 6x2) FEATURES Visual improvement - procedural ambient occlusion generation (SSAO) Route Advisor redesigned Navigation ETA to the next waypoint in route adviser and in world map Tobii eye-tracking presets RGB color picker redesigned Added RGB, HSV and hex inputs User defined color presets SOUND Update to FMOD 2.01.01 Individual horn sounds for each truck Fixed the retarder sound when the engine is off AI - exclusion of gear-shifts for trains and electric vehicles To enjoy the 1.38 update, make sure to OPT OUT of beta branches and your game will be automatically updated on Steam. For the legacy non-Steam edition of ETS2, the update should be ready in a few days. Some mods, however, may have not caught up yet - this update may effectively break them. So remember that you can always stay on 1.37 or an even older branch. The way to access and select them is: Steam client → LIBRARY → right-click on Euro Truck Simulator 2 → Properties → Betas tab → select the version you want.

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Idaho" released

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The new (paid) DLC called “Idaho” for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam!

Welcome to Idaho, a land of rugged beauty that is home to millions of acres of wilderness and a landscape that ranges from desert to fertile farms. Best known for its world famous potatoes, Idaho offers drivers the opportunity to get involved with some of the States’ largest economies such as farming and timber harvesting. Visit Boise, the state’s capital city with a vibrant urban center found in the heart of the Treasure Valley or experience an out-of-this-world view at the Craters of the Moon National Monument; Idaho offers its visitors endless natural beauty and landmarks to explore. Features Over 3,300 miles of new roads to discover and explore 11 new cities - drive through downtown Boise, Coeur d’Alene set on a gorgeous lake or Idaho Falls with a lovely touristic center A brand new viewpoint feature that gives you a new perspective of the world Expanded fan-favorite industries such as farming, timber harvesting or wood processing Visit the famous Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve Over 40 recognizable spots from the Historical Highway Marker program State-specific geographical landmarks such as canyons, valleys or basalt rock formations Many familiar truck stops and rest areas that truckers will know from the real world Finely-tuned road layouts and true-to-life signage Idaho-specific achievements to unlock

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.38 released

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000

For American Truck Simulator the huge update 1.38 has been released for Linux on Steam. Among other things, it adds SSAO (Screen Space Ambient Occlusion) to the graphics engine and improves the map of Las Vegas:

American Truck Simulator 1.38 Release With Idaho’s release just around the corner and with lots of testing, feedback, fixing and fine-tuning, we are excited to announce the arrival of update the 1.38 for American Truck Simulator! We’d like to thank all those who took part in your bug reports, opinions, and general feedback. We hope you can now begin to fully enjoy the various new features which are included within this update. So, what can you expect to find in the 1.38 update ATS? Lets us give you a quick recap of the most significant changes. First off, the city of Las Vegas has received a major revamp, which includes new road networks, updates to existing interstate junctions, more detailed scenery, and the inclusion of newer vegetation, terrain textures, and much more! You can find a more in-depth blog post on the subject which showcases many of the changes found in and around the city. But the best way to see it all is to see the city for yourself! So be sure to make that trip to Nevada and let us know what you think through our social media channels. Las Vegas isn’t the only part of the American Truck Simulator world to receive an update in 1.38, one of the more noticeable changes are to Truckstops. One of the first changes you will notice at Truckstops in ATS is that fuel stations now have lanes with appropriate width for trucks to pull up and refuel in. We have also implemented (where possible) guidance lines to help drivers line up their trucks to avoid damaging their vehicles upon entry and exit. Plus there is a completely new truck stop placed on the US-111 road now! We are also excited to introduce the inclusion of a computer graphics technique for efficiently approximating ambient occlusion effects in real-time. Screen Space Ambient Occlusion, better known in its shorter form SSAO, creates shadows in the areas where objects connect, to give it a more natural and believable look in terms of lighting and shadows. Less powerful GPUs may struggle to keep up at full quality, and with 400% or similarly high scaling selected, even mid-range machines would feel the impact on fps. If you are not happy with framerate after this update, please open the advanced graphics options in the game and try to find the right combination of scaling and SSAO quality for you. With a weaker GPU, it may be advisable to switch off SSAO completely. This new feature can be better explained by one of our senior programmers, be sure to read a more in-depth post about the topic at our Under the Hood blog post here We are also excited to introduce a long-requested update to the RGB Color Picker which drivers use to paint their trucks when purchasing or tuning their truck. You now have the option to input specific color inputs (HSV, RGB, and HEX). We know that many drivers like to match their truck colors the same across their whole fleet, so we hope this feature is useful to you. There is much more packed into this update! If you would like a more in-depth read of other features included in this update, take a read of our previous blogpost for the 1.38 Open Beta. MAP Las Vegas city revamped (I-515/I-11 interstate bypass + the whole city switched to the template road system) US-191 road implemented UT-56 road implemented + reskin of a little stretch of US-93 around Panaca settlement CA-111 - new truckstop added El Centro revamped New company in Logan, UT (Plaster & Sons) Reworked all truck stop gas pumps to be more realistic. More realistic dimensions and the logic of how they work NM Shiprock redesigned + piece of US-491 Various map fixes VEHICLES Automatic transmission improved (shifting points, adaptive modes) Las Vegas: New ambulance and fire trucks Fixed steering deadzone FEATURES Visual improvement - procedural ambient occlusion generation (SSAO) Route Advisor redesigned Navigation ETA to the next waypoint in route advisor and in world map Tobii eye-tracking presets RGB color picker redesigned Added RGB, HSV and HEX inputs User defined color presets SOUND Update to FMOD 2.01.01 Fixed the retarder sound when the engine is off AI - exclusion of gear-shifts for trains and electric vehicles To enjoy the 1.38 update, make sure to OPT OUT of beta branches and your game will be automatically updated on Steam. Some mods, however, may have not caught up yet - this update may effectively break them. So remember that you can always stay on 1.37 or an even older branch. The way to access and select them is: Steam client → LIBRARY → right-click on American Truck Simulator → Properties → Betas tab → select the version you want.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: "Sounds Rebalance Package" released

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The “Sounds Rebalance Package” for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 has been released today for Linux on Steam:

With the Operation Genoa Bridge event still ongoing and the bridge nearing completion, you may have noticed that Euro Truck Simulator 2 received a small update on Steam earlier today. Don’t worry, we did not release the next update behind your back. It was actually a focused, small but important mini-update that deserves explaining. This ‘rebalance package’, as we like to call it, contains numerous sound improvements and adjustments. Our SFX team keeps working hard on sound improvements, the sound revolution in the update 1.37, and switch to the FMOD library was a critical junction but not the final destination for them. We received a ton of feedback from our community, and most of these changes come as a response to this input. It is quite possible that you can see further mini-updates in the future, outside of the big “point release” update cycle, as we continue to keep addressing your reports. Today’s update carries a few SFX changes such as: Polished sound transitions (e.g. for both loaded and unloaded engine/rpm) Several new sound samples for AI vehicles Overall re-balanced sounds, and volumes And more! As we said at the beginning of the year, we still have a long journey ahead in bringing better and more realistic sounds to our games in general. We know that with the help of our community, we can achieve our goal. Collectively, we have vast experience across the whole spectrum of vehicles and their specs. Please continue sending us your feedback, particularly with the sounds. You can also stay up-to-date by subscribing and receiving information and notes about smaller updates on our ETS2 forum, Steam, as well as our ATS forum and Steam. Thank you!

Euro Truck Simulator 2: new DLC "FH Tuning Pack" released

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000

For the Euro Truck Simulator 2 a new (paid) DLC has been released: the “FH Tuning Pack”.

Truck tuning is something that is close to the heart of all truckers. If you have ever been to a truck show, you would see that the amount of love and effort that some drivers are willing to devote to their vehicles is unbelievable. Tons of chrome, expensive hand-made parts, lights, and paints - they can turn a regular truck into the work of art! Show off your Volvo truck loud and proud, by adorning it with the myriad of shiny new accessories included in the FH Tuning Pack! From the millions of possible combinations, you are bound to find one that is uniquely yours. Featuring over 80 exterior customization options including chassis covers, rear bumpers, exhausts, sun shields, premium lights, stone guards, front fenders, side skirts, front masks and grilles, bull bars, front and rear mudflaps, door and window trims, 2 new paint jobs and various cabin accessories like curtains, mugs, LED logos, dashboard tables, and driver/co-driver plates. The possibilities are endless!

Prison Architect: free DLC "Cleared for Transfer" and update "The Bucket" released

Fri, 15 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000

For the prison-management-game Prison Architect the free DLC “Cleared for Transfer” and the update “The Bucket” have been released for Linux on Steam. The complete release-notes for both can be found here.

To all wardens, Today we celebrate the release of Cleared for Transfer and The Bucket update, introducing several new exciting mechanics, wall types, objects and much more to your game. Check out the patch notes below! Cleared for Transfer: With Cleared for Transfer, we introduce the idea that prisoners can now transfer between security sectors of your prison - you control the criteria or rules for prisoners to transfer. In order to create a ‘motivation’ for prisoners to transfer, you can also link and/or restrict privileges to individual security sectors. You can increase (or decrease) a security sector’s grade (e.g. Min Sec), by attaching privileges (such as Visitation), adding new objects, equipment, and facilities, and making regime changes (such as more Yard time). Ultimately your aim should be to entice prisoners to want to transfer into a more comfortable or privileged sector, and then encourage them to change their ways in order to meet the criteria for transfer.

Two Point Hospital: Update 1.20 "R.E.M.I.X. V2" released

Thu, 14 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000

For the hospital simulation/management game Two Point Hospital the Update 1.20 “R.E.M.I.X. V2” has been released for Linux on Steam:

Hello friends, Today is THE DAY! Free Update 1.20 is live on Steam with R.E.M.I.X. V2 and more! R.E.M.I.X. V2 Play your favourite levels with a lovely, fresh spin. We’ve taken three more levels, mixed them up and swooshed them around to create new hospital adventures in a familiar setting. Show off your prowess in Mitton University by completing challenges to unlock all of the plots, take on a giant one-wave horde in Tumble, and market your socks off to battle specific illnesses in Flemington! That elusive R.E.M.I.X. blue star is waiting for you, but are you up to the challenge? Collaborative Projects – Healthy Appetite Right now, its more important than ever to stay connected with your loved ones and we want to help with that. So team up with your friends and earn some DELICIOUS rewards (we hope you like cake!) in a brand new season of our online Collaborative Projects – Healthy Appetite! Meet like-minded players from all over the community, and maybe even make some new, lovely friends while you’re at it! Soundtrack The music and sound in Two Point Hospital has always been something players have loved, “Fish Whispers should be no.1 in the charts” and “These songs have changed my life” are definitely things we’ve heard from you, and have absolutely not made up while writing this. So we’re very pleased to announce that the Two Point Hospital soundtrack is now available for digital download via Steam for £5.99! Now you can rock your socks off all day long. Release Notes Added R.E.M.I.X. V2 Remixed versions of Mitton University, Tumble and Flemington New Collaborative Project added – Healthy Appetite Team up with your friends and earn some sweet rewards Bug Fixes Fix to delayed triggering of non-incremental Steam achievements Fixed environment texture issue on Goldpan Fixed minor overhang on level info UI Fixed minor spacing issue on level info UI in certain languages Fixed minor spacing issue on R.E.M.I.X completion letters in certain languages Fixed specific instances of missing translations Free Update 1.20 is available now, for free on Steam! The Two Point Hospital Soundtrack is out now on Steam for £5.99!

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.37 with improved sound-engine released

Tue, 05 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Short after the release of the Update 1.37 for the American Truck Simulator, this huge update is now also available for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Steam:

After much testing, feedback, fixing, and fine-tuning, we are excited to announce the arrival of update 1.37 for Euro Truck Simulator 2! We’d like to thank every single one of you for all your help with your bug reports, opinions, and general feedback during the Open Beta. We hope you can now begin to fully enjoy the new features included within this update. The main feature included with this update is the implementation of our new sound engine FMOD; which radically redefines the way we mix vehicle and environment sounds. This update includes revisited sounds of trucks’ engines, new sounds for most of the AIs (including trains), reverb sound effects in tunnels, new train crossings sounds, the inclusion of a true Doppler effect for passing vehicles and more. This also brings an array of new sound options for users accessed from the main menu, which allows you to tweak many more individual sounds to your liking. While there is still a lot of tweaking to do and more sounds to arrive, this is only the first phase. We will continue to improve based on feedback and implement changes throughout the year to come. As a benefit from the new sound mixing approach, we are happy to bring you truck windows which you can open! You can now enjoy the continuum of sound levels between a well-insulated cabin with windows closed and the roaring traffic coming from the outside when you roll the windows all the way down. Give it a try especially when you hit the rush hour on the road or at a big junction. Another addition that arrives with this update is our “walk-around feature.” Our game world is generally not designed for exploration on foot, but we figure that fans may appreciate a new closer perspective to view their favorite machines in the upgrade shop. Getting up close may also be of use when you need to tune up your rig and match the color of your rims with the cabin’s paint just right. So here we are with a little bonus feature of 1.37, an alternate way to control the camera in the game’s service and vehicle browser. We had to redesign the “garage” scene a little to make more space and way for the cameras, hopefully, you will appreciate it. Hungry for more? Then get ready for some food tanks! And we mean literally food tanks because, with this update, you can finally own this new type of trailer. These beauties were highly demanded for some time and so we’re glad and proud we can bring them for you, our #BestCommunityEver! We are also excited to bring to you a rework of 4 French cities in 1.37. Metz, Reims, Strasbourg, and Dijon will receive a fresh lick of paint with a rehaul of its roads which have been given a new look. We hope you will take the time to check these refreshed areas and send us your snaps of your first visit on our social media channels. And last but not least, we’re excited to announce the upcoming arrival of the official support for ASUS Aura for Euro Truck Simulator 2. Products supported include ASUS keyboards, mice, RGB mousemats and more. This brings a new level of immersion to your trucking experience with the inclusion of RGB support. You can expect to see a blog post with more details on the integration and the features that come with it in the near future. To celebrate this new collaboration, we have released a very special ASUS ROG paint job for the Mercedes-Benz New Actros which is now available on the Steam Workshop for Euro Truck Simulator 2. Euro Truck Simulator 2 - ASUS ROG Paint Job MOD Now you can truck in style with your ASUS RGB setup, and ASUS ROG paint job! Adds a little bit extra to the immersion, doesn’t it? MAP 4 French cities reskinned (See here for more details) VEHICLES Food tank trailer (ownable) Food tank (ownable) for Schwarzmüller DLC FEATURES FMOD implementation with all existing sounds and few improvements Openable windows on all trucks (featuring FMOD) AI movement and sound behavior improved (featuring FMOD) Walking camera in truck or trailer configuration screen (plus new garage scene) Added technical inspection of vehicles on mandatory weigh stations (illegal trailer, damaged vehicle). Added progressive speeding fines. Updated hi-res loading screen pictures Colour feedback support for ASUS ROG Strix (ASUS Aura Ready) TOBII EYE TRACKING Eye-tracking pause key function fixed Automatic eye-tracking pause while the game is paused/in UI Settings hotkey visibility in UI MOD Ingame sounds completely reimplemented for FMOD Engine power range data (instead of boost value) Exhaust gas temp gauge animation AI data tweak (engine power instead of torque and gearbox, vehicle_mass override for trailers) To enjoy the 1.37 update, make sure to OPT OUT of beta branches and your game will be automatically updated on Steam. For the legacy non-Steam edition of ETS2, the update should be ready in a few days.Some mods, however, may have not caught up yet - this update may effectively break them. So remember that you can always stay on 1.36 or an even older branch. The way to access and select them is: Steam client → LIBRARY → right-click on Euro Truck Simulator 2 → Properties → Betas tab → select the version you want.

American Truck Simulator: free DLC "The Mack Anthem" released

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Another free DLC for the American Truck Simulator has been released for Linux on Steam: “The Mack Anthem”.

It’s time to discover an American legend. As one of the most significant new trucks in Mack’s 117-year history, the Anthem combines the latest innovations with more than a century’s experience in truck-building. The Mack Anthem’s bold and rugged exterior makes it stand out on the road like no other truck and has been designed with the driver in mind. Available in a wide array of configurations including 12 chassis variants, 6 engine variations, 14 transmissions and 3 different cabin types; you can be sure that the Anthem will be ready for any job long, short, big or small.

American Truck Simulator: huge update 1.37 with new sound engine released

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the huge Update 1.37 has been released for Linux on Steam:

American Truck Simulator 1.37 Release After much testing, feedback, fixing and fine tuning, we are excited to announce the arrival of update 1.37 for American Truck Simulator! We’d like to thank every single one of you for all your help with your bug reports, opinions and general feedback during the Open Beta. We hope you can now begin to fully enjoy the new features included within this update. The main feature included with this update is the implementation of our new sound engine based on the powerful and flexible FMOD library; which radically redefines the way we mix vehicle and environment sounds. This update includes new sounds for most of the AIs (including trains) and the inclusion of a true Doppler effect for passing vehicles. This also brings an array of new sound options for users accessed from the main menu, that allows you to tweak many more individual sounds to your liking. While there is still a lot of tweaking to do and more sounds to arrive, this is only the first phase. We will continue to improve on feedback and implement changes throughout the year to come. As a benefit from the new sound mixing approach, we are happy to bring you truck windows that you can open! You can now enjoy the continuum of sound levels between a well-insulated cabin with windows closed and the roaring traffic coming from the outside when you roll the windows all the way down. Give it a try especially when you hit the rush hour on the road or at a big junction. Another addition that arrives with this update is our “walk-around feature.” Our game world is generally not designed for exploration on foot, but we figure that fans of trucks may welcome a new closer perspective to view their favorite machines and appreciate how impressive they look. Getting up close may also be of use when you need to tune up your rig and match the color of your rims with the cabin’s paint just right. So here we are with a little bonus feature of 1.37, an alternate way to control the camera in the game’s service and vehicle browser. We had to redesign the “garage” scene a little to make more space and way for the cameras, hopefully, you will appreciate it. Hungry for more? Then get ready for some food tanks! And we mean literally food tanks because, with this update, a new type of trailer comes available to buy. Also, when we speak about trailers - bulk feed and hopper trailers can now be customized with multiple paint jobs (including the Classic Stripes and Halloween Paint Job packs). Owners of the Steering Creations Pack DLC, will also find new content in the form of new steering wheels for their rig. Be sure to check them all out, as they offer a wide variety of colors and types to match any rig alike! And last but not least, we’re excited to announce the upcoming arrival of the official support for ASUS Aura for American Truck Simulator. Products supported include ASUS keyboards, mouses, RGB mousemats and more.This brings a new level of immersion to your trucking experience with the inclusion of RGB support. You can expect to see a blog post with more details on the integration and the features that come with it in the near future. VEHICLES Food tank trailer (ownable) Paintjobs for bulk feed and hopper trailers (including the content of Classic Stripes Paint Jobs Pack and Halloween Paint Jobs Pack DLCs) FEATURES FMOD implementation with all existing sounds and few improvements Openable windows on all trucks AI movement and sound behavior improved (featuring FMOD) Walking camera in truck or trailer configuration screen (plus new garage scene) Added technical inspection of vehicles on mandatory weigh stations (illegal trailer, damaged vehicle). Added progressive fines. Colour Feedback support for ASUS ROG Strix TOBII EYE TRACKING Eye-tracking pause key function fixed Automatic eye-tracking pause while the game is paused/in UI Settings hotkey visibility in UI MOD Ingame sounds completely reimplemented for FMOD Engine power range data (instead of boost value) Exhaust gas temp gauge animation AI data tweak (engine power instead of torque and gearbox, vehicle_mass override for trailers) To enjoy the 1.37 update, make sure to OPT OUT of beta branches and your game will be automatically updated on Steam. For the legacy non-Steam edition of ATS, the update should be ready in a few days. Some mods, however, may have not caught up yet - this update may effectively break them. So remember that you can always stay on 1.36 or an even older branch. The way to access and select them is: Steam client → LIBRARY → right-click on American Truck Simulator → Properties → Betas tab → select the version you want.

Two Point Hospital: two new DLCs and huge update released

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Two new (paid) DLCs are now available on Steam for the hospital-management-game Two Point Hospital:

the Exhibition Items Pack with 30 new items and
the “environment-DLC” called Off the Grid. Also a huge free update has been released.

IT’S TODAY! The day all of you Two Point County citizens have been waiting for is finally here, our new DLC Two Point Hospital: Off the Grid is OUT NOW! Filled to the brim with new content, you’ll be working in three brand new locations across the county to create the greatest eco-hospitals you’ve ever seen! Locations aren’t the only new thing in Off the Grid, we’ve added a massive 35 new illnesses, 9 of which are visible ailments including: Distrawed, Glitchy Patch and more! Plus, with 31 new items to decorate your hospitals with, you’ll be dazzling the world with your eco-decorative genius in no time. That’s not all though, dear friends, releasing alongside Off the Grid is the awesome new Exhibition Items Pack with a whopping 30 items to place in your hospitals! Two Point Hospital: Off the grid is available NOW for PC at £6.99/$9.99/€9.99 with a 10% early adopters discount for one week! The Exhibition Items Pack is also available NOW for PC at £2.99/$4.99/€4.99. _ Introducing, Two Point County’s ever-present mayor, Tabitha Windsock: a lady with morals, integrity and, above all, a cloying desperation to stay in office. The environment is the issue on everyone’s mind here in Two Point County, and Ms Windsock is willing to fall on the sword of extensive positive press by founding the Department of Green Things. Support her initiative by taking care of the green-minded, recently-pro-windsock, community. Tabitha needs them in this time of poor voter polling! You’ll face new illnesses, some of them bizarre, even by your standards, and manage new gameplay mechanics on your route to eco-friendly success. We believe in you, and Tabitha does too (sort of). _ Release Notes: 1.19.49336 Off the Grid: Added DLC 4 - Off the Grid Three new levels - Wanderoff, Old Newpoint & Windsock 31 new items 35 new illnesses 4 new treatment rooms Exhibition Items Pack: 30 awesome new items! Update 1.19: Game engine update 3 new music tracks Added some new radio DJ shows Mac stability optimisation General fixes for issues on Mac Stability improvements Fix for crash on startup in some machines with odd Windows registry locale configuration Fix for poor performance updating nav data (whilst placing iteams or rooms) in some rare situations Fix for mouse scrolling sensitivity issue on macos Catalina Fix for game requesting unnecessary keyboard permissions on macos Catalina Minor optimisation tweaks Various other bug fixes

Euro Truck Simulator 2: new DLC "HS-Schoch Tuning Pack" released

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 called “HS-Schoch Tuning Pack” is now available for Linux on Steam.

Since 1986, HS-Schoch has been a leading expert in the creation of truck styling and accessories for the leading truck brand across Europe. The foundations of HS-Schoch’s success has been built on a high level of quality awareness, flexibility, and reliability, which we are excited to represent within our virtual trucking world. The HS-Schoch Tuning Pack contains many accessories including light bars, bump bars, sidebars, side steps, roof bars and much more for the following trucks: DAF XF105 DAF XF Iveco Stralis & Iveco Stralis Hi-Way MAN TGX & TGX Euro 6 Mercedes-Benz Actros & Mercedes-Benz New Actros Renault Magnum & Renault Trucks T Scania R 2009/Streamline Scania R/S Volvo FH16 2009 & Volvo FH 2012

Tropico 6: Update Ocho (Edificio de Estacionamientos) released

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The eighth update called Update Ocho (Edificio de Estacionamientos) for Tropico 6 is now available for Linux on Steam!

Fellow Tropicans! A new free update for Tropico 6 is now available! The new update will see improved parking decks and corresponding pathfinding, as well as general improvements, balancing changes and bug fixes for both the main game and DLC. Check below for further details: Improvements Pirate Attacks! There is now a chance of pirate attacks during the colonial era to make military in this era more meaningful. Community Feedback Overcrowded parking decks: There is now a sign to visually show that a parking deck is overcrowded. In addition, the pathfinding logic has been changed so that Tropicans will be less likely to use overcrowded parking decks. Balancing Large beautification objects (parks/squares/statues) have a larger impact per tile now, as they are harder to find space for. Bug Fixes Main game Win/lose reasons (ie. On-screen messages) have been removed from all singleplayer modes Fixed an issue where the trait “Pyromaniac” was not unlocked properly Fixed an issue where road placement could lead to strange results (eg. glitches into mountains) The option “Pause during construction” now also affects road placement Fixed an issue where loading a tutorial save game changed the era to colonial era Fixed several issues where duplicated buildings showed incorrect status information Fixed an issue where some military buildings were still sending troops even after changing the constitution to pacifist state Fixed an issue where the airport showed an active metro sign without upgrade Fixed an issue where the fishing ground overlay showed incorrect information Fixed an issue where the fertility overlay could show misleading information Fixed occasions where the game showed wrong win/lose messaging Fixed an issue where tasks were not completed even when the conditions were exactly met (eg. 69/69 Beauty) Fixed placement issues where it was possible to place two houses, but not one bunkhouse Both belonging stations of a Teleferic station now show correct staffing information The Botanical Garden work mode “Private Garden” no longer accidentally increases service quality. The embassy now shows feedback when a player is not able to invite a nation due to insufficient standing Shacklands: Fixed a case where the task “a few good men” could trigger twice The airport and the tourist port now show the correct passenger information Multiplayer: Fixed an issue where the level of happiness could increase regardless of gameplay Multiplayer: The costs for claiming an outpost are now correctly shown Multiplayer: Fixed an issue where El Presidente’s position was wrong after relocating the palace Fixed several crashes Fixed several graphical glitches (especially in the customizations menu) Fixed several audio glitches Fixed several localization issues Llama of Wall Street - DLC Multiplayer: General export prices are now influenced by other players’ exports as well.

Sim Airport: leaves Early Access after nearly three years

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Sim Airport, the complex Airport-simulation, left the Early Access after nearly three years and is now available as full version for Linux on Steam.

You control everything, from the cruise-altitude decisions to the smallest ground-level details. Challenge yourself to create an efficient & profitable international hub in Career Mode, or create an artistic masterpiece without credit rating worries in Sandbox Mode. Construct your terminal, hire staff, sign airline contracts, tweak the daily flight schedule, configure standby gate availability, plan & design your infrastructure – bag handling systems, roads & taxiways, fuel systems, runways, gates, hangars, service vehicles, and everything in between. Deeply simulated gameplay where each detail makes an impact – down to the trash cans. Simple & familiar controls for a smooth takeoff The starter airport helps get aircraft landing & cash flowing almost immediately. Aim for profitability by scaling up, but remember: more passengers, more problems! Getting 2,000 pax out is easy. Avoiding bottlenecks for 10k+ pax will likely require different tactics! Large & complex airports require extremely smart designs. Moving walkways, multi-story structures, additional terminals, one-way taxiways, staggered schedules, and careful standby gate allocation – these are but a sampling of the concepts you’ll leverage on your way to truly mastering the art of large-scale airport operations. One size does NOT fit all. It seems simple, placing restrooms or retail areas for instance – but it’s more than meets the eye! Pax may become distracted when seating or interesting services require a long walk or are far from their gate! Carefully consider the details to truly maximize your efficiency and reap the profits. Happy Pax, Happy Airline. Getting flights out on-time is only part of the battle. Ensuring passengers catch their flight is another. When operations run smoothly & pax are all happily catching their flights you can be pretty sure that the airlines are probably satisfied, too! If you keep the airlines happy you can probably raise prices without creating too much fuss – and that leads to bigger profits! Core Gameplay Career Mode & Sandbox Mode (unlimited funds) 16+ Aircraft, turboprop to turbine. 15 Airlines with realistic high-quality textures. 15+ research items to obtain improved transit, reporting, expansion, and other capabilities Comprehensive Fuel System Simulation Fuel can be a profitable saving grace or you may even decide to sell at-or-below cost as a loss-leader tactic in your effort to gain favor with airlines. Leverage the Fuel Marketplace as much as you can, too – with enough capacity you may be able to cash in on any arbitrage opportunities that present themselves which can provide a welcome capital infusion. Deeply Simulated Baggage Handling Systems Conveyor to carousel, every single bag is tracked – watch as each piece of luggage makes its journey. Losing bags is a sure way to upset an individual pax, but it also starts causing issues with the airline when occurring often. Bag handling systems can be quite complicated and you definitely don’t want to become a case study like KDEN has! Take it slow and plan ahead – building a highly efficient baggage handling operation is no easy task and requires careful planning! Pax Info Systems Info displays, kiosks, and public address speaker systems complete with Electronics zones to house the required amplifiers. Keep pax informed and they’ll have a greater sense of urgency as their departure time nears and they’re be far less likely to needlessly wander from their gate. Robust Queues Extremely powerful queue system provides you with full control. Supports numerous configurations include ‘one-to-many’ desks, to assign a single queue to multiple service stations. Optionally allows restrictions to be set per queue to allow/restrict certain types of people from using the queue (First Class, Coach, and Flight Crew) which you can leverage to create expedited queues for operational efficiency purposes. Extremely Active Dev Team with a Proven Track Record We have a proven track record of delivering and we’ve deployed hundreds of public builds since entering Early Access. Countless suggestions have been implemented, sometimes the very same day they’re suggested. We listen, we care, and we work extremely hard to promptly incorporate feedback. You’ll find us on the forums nearly every single day of the week. Perhaps most important is that we deliver. This is true first class direct service – no connections, layovers, or diversions here! Have questions or feedback? Let us know on the forums or reach out directly via email: support@simairport.com We hope to see you in the friendly skies!

American Truck Simulator: free update adds new Truck "International LoneStar"

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The newest free update for the American Truck Simulator on Steam adds a completly new drivable Truck: the International LoneStar!

The LoneStar is arriving in American Truck Simulator There is a star that is shining brighter than all the rest, but you won’t find this star in the sky. Easily recognisable by its shape, size and unique large front grill, this truck stands out wherever it travels. We are excited to announce that the International LoneStar will be arriving in American Truck Simulator as the sixth truck to join the fleet. This new addition will be made available soon at your nearest International Trucks dealership as a free update for every owner of American Truck Simulator. Take a moment to enjoy these photos of the International LoneStar roaming the roads of ATS in all of its beauty. Excited? Join us this Thursday at 17:00 CET where we will give you an exclusive look at the International Lonestar on the roads of American Truck Simulator. You can watch us either on Twitch or on Steam, see you there! International® and all International Truck trademarks are trademarks licensed by INTERNATIONAL TRUCK INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY COMPANY, LLC

Transport Fever 2: now available for Linux on GOG and Steam

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Transport Fever 2 is now available for Linux on GOG and Steam.

Transport Fever 2 officially released We are super happy to officially release together with Good Shepherd Entertainment the tycoon game Transport Fever 2. The classic transport simulation genre has a new gold standard with Transport Fever 2. Discover a whole new world by navigating transport routes through land, water and air. May progress and prosperity find their way! We are super happy to officially release together with Good Shepherd Entertainment the tycoon game Transport Fever 2. Buy the game on Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/1066780/ The classic… Provide the world with the transport infrastructure it needs and make a fortune with custom-made transport services. Watch your trains run on rails, your buses and trucks thunder along roads, your ships power through the water, and your planes soar through the skies. Carry people on their way to work or play, and be the reason cities grow and thrive. Deliver raw materials and goods to drive the economy. Experience the greatest logistical challenges from 1850 to the present day, and build a transport empire unrivaled anywhere else on the globe! Free play with countless configuration possibilities Three campaigns across three continents with over 20 hours of playing time Editors for creating maps and editing saved games Three landscape types: moderate, dry, and tropical Realistically modelled vehicles from Europe, America and Asia A total of over 200 vehicles: trains, buses, streetcars, trucks, aircraft and ships Modular train stations, bus and truck stations, airports and harbors Realistic transport simulation including one-way streets and light signals Editable and paintable terrain with realistic effects Intuitive construction tools for building railroads and more Display important data such as traffic and emissions, on separate layers Dynamic economy and city simulation More than ten economic chains with associated factories and goods Cities with countless residential, commercial and industrial buildings Detailed game world with physics-based lighting Individually simulated land animals, birds and fish Over 50 challenging achievements in free play mode Extensive modding support via the Steam Workshop Owners of the predecessor Transport Fever can buy Transport Fever 2 thanks to loyalty discount until January 3 with 25% discount. The entire Urban Games team wishes you lots of fun with Transport Fever 2!

Tropico 6: Update Siete (Seguridad Social) and first DLC "Llama of Wall Street" released

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The seventh update called Update Siete (Seguridad Social) for Tropico 6 and the first (paid) DLC with the name “Llama of Wall Street” are now available for Linux on Steam!

Strategy specialists Kalypso Media and developer Limbic Entertainment have today announced the release of both Tropico 6’s first DLC, The Llama of Wall Street, and Seguridad Social – the seventh free update to the beloved dictator simulator. Tropico 6 – The Llama of Wall Street adds an array of new in-game features to Tropico 6 such as stock market manipulation. Using the Trade Institute building, players can directly influence the in-game economy by altering the value of goods such as shellfish, tourist fees, or even a dictator’s favourite, uranium. The DLC also adds random economic events. Greased with Arabian Oil sees a hefty tariff added to goods traded with the Middle East and USA, whilst The Brink of Chaos event inflates the value of weapons, canned goods, steel, and other items instrumental to surviving an apocalypse. The Llama of Wall Street also expands on Tropico 6’s existing content. Alongside the Trade Institute building, the DLC adds the industry-boosting Toy Workshop, and the Smart Furniture Studio. Check out the full feature list below for a run-down of the DLC and the Seguridad Social update. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-MqHhMAaLc Information Title: Tropico 6 – The Llama of Wall Street DLC Platform(s): Windows, Mac, Linux, PlayStation®4, Xbox One Developer: Limbic Entertainment Genre: Dictator simulator Release: Out now (Xbox One, PlayStation®4, Windows, Mac, Linux) Hashtag(s): #LlamaofWallStreet About Tropico 6 – The Llama of Wall Street DLC The Llama of Wall Street DLC features a wide variety of new features and mechanics. The price of goods will now succumb to fluctuations and trends in the global market, and players will be able to make use of new buildings, such as the Trade Institute, to play the markets and even manipulate export prices. It also adds new missions, events, additional customisation options and edicts. Join forces with your very own stockbroker and satisfy your inner white-collar mogul, taking over the US economy and helping establish Tropico as a global mega-brand. Play the markets and sabotage Wall Street as you unravel the sinister secrets of The Broker and work to become the ultimate corporate llama among wolves. Features: Enter the world of big business with the new standalone mission: The Llama of Wall Street Use new buildings such as the Trade Institute, Toy Workshop and Smart Furniture Studio to further your economic power Expanded gameplay mechanics mean goods are now subject to price fluctuations, trade impacts and trends. Infiltrate global markets to forecast future trends and play the markets as you see fit Random events pose extra challenges and will impact global market situations, trade and production. Keep an eye out and act accordingly Sharpen your skills in a brand-new sandbox map Make Tropico yours with more edicts, traits and customisation options for El Prez and his palace. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1100250/Tropico_6__The_Llama_of_Wall_Street/ About Tropico 6 update Siete: Seguridad Social Free to all players and available today, the Seguridad Social update adds the new Warehouse building, sandbox map Rio, and community requested Social Security edict, which helps prevent in-game student and retiree NPCs from going broke. Features: New building ‘Warehouse’. Store goods and cash out for a quick buck later on! Additional sandbox map ‘Rio’ Community-requested ‘Social Security’ edict, enabling students and retirees to receive money from the government and avoid going broke. In-game introduction of the #WorshipElPrez social media contest winners More details and full changelog: https://steamcommunity.com/games/492720/announcements/detail/1712987479552328240

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Road to the Black Sea" released for Linux

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The new (paid) DLC for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 called Road to the Black Sea is now available for Linux on Steam!

Road to the Black Sea brings three new European regions. Drivers will be able to expand their company and deliver to the countries of Romania, known for the forested region of Transylvania and the surrounding Carpathian Mountain range, Bulgaria with its diverse terrain and Black Sea coastline, and the Trakya region of Turkey which is the gateway to Europe’s largest city, Istanbul. A significant parts of Road to the Black Sea map are composed of dense urban areas. From large cities to small humble villages found in the countrysides, truckers will also be able to drive on roads which lead to scenic coastlines alongside the Black Sea. These regions offer a large variety of industries for players to deliver to and from; including farms, logistics companies, mining and steel industries. Key Features Romania, Bulgaria, and the European part of Turkey to explore Border crossings - including feature-rich border controls River ferry over the Danube (Dunaj) 20 new major populated cities with garages Europe’s largest city, Istanbul Multitude of smaller towns and settlements Over 10,000 kilometers of roads to drive on 22 new companies to drive for 11 new local company docks and industries Most famous landmarks and recognizable places Detailed characteristic Balkan architecture Wide range of brand new unique 3D-assets Lush typical regional vegetation Local AI trains, trams, and traffic cars Horse carts - for Bulgarian and Romanian countrysides Black Sea region achievements to unlock

Virtual Rides 3: Update 1.7 with new rides and DLC "The Falcon" released

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The Funfair Simulator Virtual Rides 3 adds new rides with the Update 1.7. Also the (paid) DLC “The Falcon” has been released.

Hi, we just released version 1.7. Here are the changes: New ride: “The Falcon” We extended the fairground with a new tile and we worked on a new funfair ride: The Falcon. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1188040 Here’s another tip: You’ll get a good additional discount if you buy the Ultimate Edition. https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/10726/Virtual_Rides_3_Ultimate_Edition/ New bubble thrower We added a new soapy effect piece that you can attach to your light cages. More virtual reality rides We implemented the “Titan” and “Handstand” as virtual reality rides. We hope you like these experiences! Other changes: Fixed: Broken cashbox textures Fixed: Rain in Salsa ride Fixed: Ride automatic not parking correctly on Handstand New Discord Server We just opened a Pixelsplit Simulations Discord channel. Feel free to join us here: https://discord.gg/2X8WWaK We would love to hear your feedback.

Parkitect: Update 1.5 and DLC "Taste of Adventure" released

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The free Update 1.5 and the (paid) DLC Taste of Adventure to the game Parkitect are now availabe for Linux on Steam.

The big free update to Version 1.5 and the paid Taste of Adventure expansion are available now. Here’s a summary of all the changes: Taste of Adventure expansion (paid): added new campaign with 10 scenarios added Candyland theme added Adventure theme added River Rapids added Inverting Wooden Coaster added Inverting Spinning Coaster added Vertical Spinning Coaster added Swinging Coaster added Safari Ride added Experience added Clockwork added Shirts stall added Sub Sandwiches stall added Corn Dogs stall added Cookies stall added animated door and gate deco pieces added Lava added turntable segments for Water Coaster, Boat Dark Ride added elevator segments for Wild Mouse, Spinning Coaster added 3D text signs Version 1.5 (free): added customizable water color added custom image signs (+ modding support) added ride photo sections added spin lock option to Spinning Coaster added free park entry/free food/free ride voucher marketing campaigns added option for continuing to play with all research available after completing all scenario goals added construction costs/remaining value display to shops/rides info tabs added color palette randomizer button added scenario editor tool for marking deco objects as source of bad scenery rating added scenario editor setting for disallowing building underground added “win without pausing” scenario goal added “win without using ride blueprints” scenario goal added “own at least x tiles of land” scenario goal added option for resetting campaign progress added modding support for custom coaster trains allowed using regular path styles as queues allowed overlapping staff zones improved track builder: when deleting a track segment the track builder UI preselects the settings of the removed segment improved Steam Workshop support: savegames, scenarios and blueprints can be updated now improved tracked ride animations to be much more smooth updated Content Manager window to load faster; added search and filters for own/subscribed content updated fountains to be resizable updated underwater tunnels to be buildable anywhere updated guest visualizers to highlight objects with positive or negative influence updated sandbox mode to award all goal rewards from the start when playing without goals updated night mode to be remembered in savegames updated ghost mansion ride to allow more trains updated blueprint builder window to display approximate cost when building without deco fixed some rides (like Go-Karts or Calm River Ride) counting as “coaster” in some statistics/goal completion checks fixed a case where a vandalism wave event notification could get stuck after loading a savegame

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Utah" released for Linux

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The (paid) DLC “Utah” for the American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam!

Features 3.500 miles of road network 10 major cities (Salt Lake City, St. George, Moab) New quarries and mines including the largest open excavation Kennecott Copper Mine Expanded oil industry (oil mining sites, oil storage sites) Improved agriculture production chain (country stores, feedmills) Famous landmark sites: Great Salt Lake, Monument Valley, Virgin River Canyon Over 260 recognizable natural and man-made landmarks 12 well-known truck stops New and improved process of landscape creation Utah achievements to unlock

Tropico 6: Update Cinco "El Gigante" released for Linux

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The huge fifth update for Tropico 6 (Codename “El Gigante”) incorporates feedback from the community:

Fellow Tropicans! The update we are releasing today for Tropico 6 features many bug fixes, improvements and much more. We’re addressing a lot of issues raised by community feedback – so much so, that we have received that we gave it the name “El Gigante” Over 300 changes were made to the game, covering balancing adjustments and many bug and crash fixes. We hope you enjoy the update. Thank you for your continued support. Vote El Presidente! Viva Tropico! Balancing: Tourist accommodations will now generate profits in a similar way like residential buildings. This will overall increase profits generated from having tourists on Tropico. Meteor Shower disaster: Reduced the negative effect when chosing the option to deny refugees. Reduced efficiency from the “Pollination Parcel” upgrade of Hydroponic Plantations. Made the Ancient Ruins cheaper and buffed all work modes to make it a more efficient and desirable building. Reduced the upkeep of TV Stations. Adjusted the income generated by media buildings set to special work modes. “Lose Load Limit” work mode in the Teamster’s Office can now lose up to 10% of the cargo. Made balancing changes to the work modes of the Childhood Museum: Reduced the impact on faction standing and superpower relations. Reduced impact on the efficiency of other buildings. Increased impact on the efficiency of High Schools and Colleges. Raised the adult age threshold for Tropicans in World Wars to 18 years. Pollution now reduces the beauty of an area slightly less. Increased radius of the Teleferic Upgrade “Audio Tour Guide”. If residential buildings are located in areas with high pollution levels, Tropicans resting there will now get a penalty to their healthcare happiness. Expelling a superpower from an Embassy will not have an effect on the superpower standing. Inviting/Expelling a superpower now has a cooldown. Player Feedback Electric Substations will now display their effect radius. Added a missing effect radius for Hydroponic Plantations with the “Pollination Parcel” upgrade. The Fun Quality overlay shows correct values for tourist accommodations now. The vicinity radius for an Embassy will now be shown to the player, when clicking on the building. This should make demands easier that ask players to construct a specific building near an Embassy. The Palace, Aircraft Carrier, Guard Tower and Watch Tower now display a value for their military strength. Looped raids now properly appear in the raid queue. Bug Fixes Fixed the average happiness of Tropicans not getting updated correctly after loading a savegame. This caused differences in the Approval/Support ratings after loading a savegame. Fixed a demand by the Conservatives that required players to research “Contraception Ban” and level up “Good old Days”. Fixed a bug that lead to Offshore Offices still producing a profit even if the superpower had been expelled. The pirate outfit for El Presidente will get unlocked correctly now. The “Multi Culture” work mode of plantations now also gets correctly applied to pre-built plantations. “Advanced Boat Services” now also correctly influences the speed of freighters. Fixed a rare issue that caused quests to appear twice. Fixed protests disappearing too quickly. Residential buildings now properly show the budget modifier for housing quality on the efficiency tab. The “Light Bulb Ban” Edict now correctly displays its activation cost. Fixed the housing quality of Conventillos getting reset after loading a savegame. Upgrading Guard Towers now counts towards quests progress for a Militarists demand asking to have a certain number of Watch Towers. Fixed Tropicans and Tourists getting stuck at an Airport with a Metro upgrade. Fixed Tropicans getting stuck at a Metro. Tropicans will no longer wait at a Bus Stop if the Bus Garage was destroyed. Soil degradation will now correctly affect the efficiency of Ranches. Soil degradation will now correctly reduce the efficiency of Plantations over time. The “Way of the Red Pill” work mode of the Asylum works correctly now. The crime safety bonus for religious buildings gained by the “Theocracy” constitution option now works correctly. Fixed pathfinding issues that were caused by the Teleferic Station. Fixed Tropicans getting stuck after loading a savegame. Fixed empty shacks popping up. Freighters will no longer arrive at Docks without workers. Almanac: Home slots are now counted correctly as the number of available households and not only as available buildings. Almanac: Fixed Tropicans that have a home being listed as “homeless”. Almanac: Fixed prisoners being listed as “homeless”. Almanac: Tourist Rating modifiers are now displayed correctly. Oil deposits on the sea will now only be shown on the overlay from Cold War onwards. Fixed the “Fracking Posts” upgrade from Oil Wells. Fixed construction worker walking on water. Workers of Coconuts Harvesters and Logging Camps will not continue to work and waste resources if the building’s outstock is full. Fixed the collision boxes for the Airport and the Factory Ranch. Fixed the constitution option “Energy Efficiency” not applying the correct decrease in energy consumption. The propaganda effects of multiple media buildings of the same type will no longer accumulate. Fixed issues with the Waste Treatment Plant and the Garbage Dump. Fixed building not getting highlighted correctly when they are inside of another building’s vicinity radius. Fixed the constitution option “State Controlled Media” not working correctly. Fixed an issue that caused the game to not apply the correct fullscreen resolution. Fixed visual artefacts on the ocean that could appear when loading a savegame from a drought or an active Nuclear Testing edict. Fixed Tropicans getting stuck after a bridge was demolished. Fixed issues with the achievement “Knight to Little Duck”. Fixed an issue in Battle Royal mission that caused newsfeed messages of destroyed building to be displayed repeatedly. Military units will no longer be shown as “idle” during warfare. The budget of military buildings will now correctly affect the military strength of units. Fixed a potential progress blocker in the Bureaucrazy mission that prevented the “Electrify All” quest to get completed. Fixed a potential progress blocker in the Speakeasy mission that prevented Prisoners getting counted towards quest progress. Right-clicking on a completed task will no longer cause players to miss out on a reward. Repairing a World Wonder will no longer spawn the radio message. Fixed the “Urban Development” edict not expiring after loading a savegame. Fixed several visual issues for military units. Fixed several animation issues. Fixed several crashing issues. Improvements Added new variations for Parks and Squares. Added a new decoration object: Space Memorial. Added 4 new traits for El Presidente. Made improvements to the gamepad controls. The game now pauses gameplay and audio playback when minimized (except during multiplayer matches). Improved RMG landscape generation.

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Washington" and "Forest Machinery" released for Linux

Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

After yesterdays release of the Update 1.35, today sees the release of the (paid) DLCs Washington and Forest Machinery:

Experience the natural beauty of the “Evergreen State” Washington, from its Pacific Coast beaches to snowcapped mountain ranges and bustling cities such as Seattle and Spokane. Washington is covered by large amounts of forestland, alongside many other diverse biomes. It is also home to some of America’s largest industries and businesses, and is the leading producer of many fruits and vegetables. Washington is one of the USA’s most Northwestern states, and with a population of 7.5 million, it is the 13th most populous state. Drivers will be able to experience the state’s thick forests, coastal views, winding rivers, farms, and stretching mountain ranges. Features 3,800 miles of dense road network 16 brand new cities (Vancouver, Longview, Aberdeen, Olympia, Tacoma, Seattle, Everett, Port Angeles, Bellingham, Omak, Wenatchee, Yakima, Kennewick, Grand Coulee, Spokane, Colville) More than 20 landmark bridges 10 original truckstops Keystone-Port Townsend Ferry Everett swing bridge Grand Coulee dam Washington’s iconic mountains (Mount St. Helens and Mt. Rainier) Challenging logging cliff road Dynamic speed limits and LED signs Large and realistic ports (Seattle, Tacoma, Everett) Many unique junctions Distinct company docks for new cargoes: yacht builders, vast farms, material storages… Washington-specific achievements to unlock

American Truck Simulator: Update 1.35 released for Linux

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Only short after the Euro Truck Simulator 2 now also the American Truck Simulator receives the huge Update 1.35:

First off, let us thank all of you who helped us with your bug reports, opinions and general feedback during the Experimental and Public Beta phases. The changelog is really huge and testing it would have been much harder without you. Its size is also the reason for why we won’t describe all the details here again (please read the Public Beta article). Most of you have already noticed that since a few days ago, a GPS voice navigation function was added to the Public Beta build of American Truck Simulator. For the initial phase, you can choose from 9 different language options (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Russian, Polish, Turkish and Mandarin Chinese). As with most of the new features, you can expect more options and improvements in the future. And while we have already amassed a considerable amount of feedback from the 1.35 update for Euro Truck Simulator 2, don’t be shy to add your own feedback on our forum - the more the merrier! Now here’s a short recap video to help you navigate through all the changes and new features before Washington arrives tomorrow! Are you ready to truck on?! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3519pQCOs0 To enjoy the 1.35 update, make sure to OPT OUT of beta branches and your game will be automatically updated on Steam. Some mods, however, may not have caught up yet - this update can effectively break them; remember that you can always stay on 1.34 or an even older branch. Follow these instructions to access and select them: Steam client → LIBRARY → right click on American Truck Simulator → Properties → Betas tab → select the version you want. Also, check our modding wiki to get details pertaining to mods for the game. Changelog: MAP New roads: OR-58 (Oregon DLC), CA-299 and another segment of OR-140 https://steamcommunity.com/games/americantrucksimulator/announcements/detail/2603552833093700029 Arizona signage improvements Traffic lights improvements (all states) https://steamcommunity.com/games/americantrucksimulator/announcements/detail/1620644023166552984 VEHICLES https://steamcommunity.com/games/americantrucksimulator/announcements/detail/1819924505115654527 Purchased container trailers Purchased B-double trailers (all types) Purchased chip van trailers Specialized boat trailer Browse purchased trailers & accessories Saddle-mounted truck transport (KW T680) https://steamcommunity.com/games/americantrucksimulator/announcements/detail/1648790886583445844 STAA doubles in traffic Adjust purchased trailers without service visit (extendable trailer, sliding tandem) Copy truck/trailer configuration across fleet Wiper settings improved FEATURES GPS Voice navigation Use your own purchased trailers in External Contracts (World of Trucks) Online garage purchase Emergency refuelling service Input improvements (Steam controller support, Tobii eye tracker support, controller hotplug support, better FF on Linux) Razer Chroma support https://steamcommunity.com/games/americantrucksimulator/announcements/detail/1620644023173261723 New options: truck stability, truck suspension, dual localization of names in map Faster job generation for hired drivers Lots of new drivers to hire Experimental DX11 support MOD Curve item (new editor item) Walker/mover item improvement Multiple LODs for models Modded trucks support (in-game function) Traffic data improvement Vehicle data improvement (COG, wipers, transmission names, bracers sound) Randomized cargo model (eg. container color)

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge Update 1.35 with better Force-Feedback-support for Linux released

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The very huge Update 1.35 for the Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for Linux on Steam. The highlights are better Force-Feedback-support for Linux and GPS voice navigation among a lot of other things:

We’re happy to announce that after spending some time in internal testing, Experimental Beta and Public Beta, the Euro Truck Simulator 2 Update 1.35 is now ready for all trucking enthusiasts! As we have said before, this update is really huge so we’d like to thank all those who helped us in testing it. Due to its size, we won’t describe all the details here again (read the Public Beta article please). Instead, we’d like to address some questions regarding a new feature that was added only a few days ago; GPS voice navigation. As with many other features, please do consider this to be the initial phase. For now, you can choose from 9 different language options (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Russian, Polish, Turkish and Mandarin Chinese), but we do plan to add more in the future, in addition to other improvements. The beta feedback we’ve received so far has been really positive, but don’t be shy about adding your own on our forum. Your opinion is important to us! And for those who like short recap videos, here’s ours for this content-packed update! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0spF3OFQj1U To enjoy the 1.35 update, make sure to OPT OUT of beta branches and your game will be automatically updated on Steam. Some mods, however, may have not caught up yet - this update may effectively break them. So remember that you can always stay on 1.34 or an even older branch. The way to access and select them is: Steam client → LIBRARY → right click on Euro Truck Simulator 2 → Properties → Betas tab → select the version you want. Changelog: MAP Germany improvements, stage 2 New French roads: A10-A6 (Vive la France! DLC) and A6-N44 Sardinia island (Italia DLC) Scandinavian signage improvements (Scandinavia DLC) New special transport routes (various DLCs) VEHICLES Purchased container trailers Purchased logging trailers Browse purchased trailers & accessories Double trailers in Germany and Netherlands Krone Boxliner for 40ft or 2x20ft containers (Krone DLC) Purchased Schwarzmüller reefer, curtain and log trailers; also traffic (Schwarzmüller DLC) Adjust purchased trailers without service visit (extendable trailer, sliding tandem) Copy truck/trailer configuration across fleet Wiper settings improved FEATURES GPS Voice navigation Use your own purchased trailers in External Contracts on World of Trucks Online garage purchase Emergency refuelling service Input improvements (Steam controller support, Tobii eye tracker support, controller hotplug support, better FF on Linux) Razer Chroma support https://steamcommunity.com/games/227300/announcements/detail/1620644023173261723 New options: truck stability, truck suspension, cabin suspension, dual localization of names in map Faster job generation for hired drivers Lots of new drivers to hire Experimental DX11 support MOD Curve item (new editor item) Walker/mover item improvement Multiple LODs for models Modded trucks support (in-game function) Traffic data improvement Vehicle data improvement (COG, wipers, transmission names, bracers sound) Randomized cargo model (eg. container color) See the modding wiki for details

Cities: Skylines - Patch 1.12.0 and new DLC "Campus" released for Linux

Tue, 21 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The huge Patch 1.12.0 (Changelog) and the new (paid) DLC “Campus” for the city building simulation “Cities: Skylines” is now available on Steam for Linux!

Back to school! In Cities: Skylines - Campus, university life abounds with new area types for any sort of student - Trade School, Liberal Arts and University. Increase the reputation of your campus by attracting students and creating Academic Works to unlock new buildings. Build five types of varsity sports arenas and nine unique faculties, employ seven new policies, earn seven new achievements and take on five new maps! Campus takes higher education to new heights with everything you need to graduate magna cum laude. Key Features: Degrees of Freedom Zone for new campus area types - Trade School, Liberal Arts College and University. Increase reputation by attracting students and creating Academic Works and unlock new buildings! Var-City Sports Bring college sports to your city by building football, basketball, baseball, track & field, and swimming arenas. Manage your teams, hire coaches, sell tickets – and collect prizes for winning matches! Customize your teams with unique jerseys, busses and security. Syllabuster Employ seven new policies including book fairs and for-profit education. Sponsor academic works by handing out research grants and supporting the staff. We Fancy Display your scientific achievements in Museums. Cheers! Celebrate with your citizens during graduation ceremonies. Ludocartography 101 Five new maps for your building! Three New Chirper Hats Be the big chirp on campus!

Tropico 6: Update Numero Cuatro released for Linux, now with savegames in multiplayer

Thu, 16 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The fourth update to Tropico 6 finally adds a long missed feature to the game: multiplayer games can now be saved and continued another time!

Tropico 6 Update Número Cuatro has been released - Multiplayer Savegames Fellow Tropicans! We are happy to announce that the eagerly-anticipated save game function is here in the latest update for Tropico 6! Thank you for your patience and continued support. We will continue working on Tropico 6 and further improve it with future updates, which will include more balancing, fixes and overall improvements. We hope you enjoy Tropico 6! New features: Implemented the functionality to create and load savegames in multiplayer. Viva Tropico! Viva El Presidente!

Tropico 6: now available for Linux on Steam

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Tropico 6, the humurous management & city building game featuring the dictator “El Presidente”, is now available for Linux on Steam!

El Presidente is back! Play on large archipelagos for the first time in the series. Manage multiple islands at the same time and adapt to various new challenges. Send your agents on raids to foreign lands to steal world wonders and monuments, to add them to your collection. Build bridges, construct tunnels and transport your citizens and tourists in taxis, buses and aerial cable cars. Tropico 6 offers completely new transportation and infrastructure possibilities. Customize the looks of your palace at will and choose from various extras. Tropico 6 features a revised research system focusing on the political aspects of being the world’s greatest dictator. Election speeches are back! Address the people and make promises that you can’t possibly keep. Online multiplayer for up to 4 players. In times of political turmoil and social unrest, the people are calling for visionary leaders, who will steer the fate of their country with foresight and ingenuity. Prove yourself once again as a feared dictator or peace-loving statesman on the island state of Tropico and shape the fate of your very own banana republic through four distinctive eras. Face new challenges on the international stage and always keep the needs of your people in mind. For the first time in the series, manage extensive archipelagos, build bridges to connect your islands and use new means of transportation and infrastructure. Send your Tropicans on raids to steal the wonders of the world, including the Statue of Liberty and the Eiffel Tower. Customize your palace at will and give election speeches from your balcony, to win the favor of your subjects.

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: Update 1.34 released

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000

For both Trucking-Simulations Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator the Update 1.34 has been released for Linux on Steam. The Changelog to Euro Truck Simulator 2 :

Changelog MAN TGX Euro 6 Timezone areas fixed - Kaliningrad area, RU (Beyond the Baltic Sea map expansion required) Many little map fixes and world polish added

The Changelog to American Truck Simulator:

Changelog Buyable Log trailer Tonopah city refreshed Another segment of OR-140 (Oregon map expansion required) Timezone areas fixed - Malheur county, OR (Oregon map expansion required) Numerous little map fixes and world polish added

Surviving Mars: Patch "Kuiper" released for Linux

Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000

The Patch called “Kuiper” for the city-building simulation named “Surviving Mars” is now available for Linux.

Haemimont Games and Paradox Interactive have been hard at work to bring you a fresh set of fixes, updates, and helpful additions! One big thing you’ll notice is a series of hint messages and helpful encyclopedia entries to assist you in Surviving Mars. Kuiper Patch General

Added videos in Hint messages

Added videos in Hints section of the Encyclopedia

Changed text alignment in Hint messages

Fix for Hint messages getting restarted when the selected object changes

Fix for screen remaining blurred in some cases

Fix for Black Cubes destroying passages

Fix for Find Water Milestone not being completed in some cases when Water is found

Fix for Amplify upgrade of Rare Metals Refinery to properly increase production per day

Fix for Waste Rock Dumps becoming irresponsive after loading of old save games

Fix for Triboelectric Scrubber no more cleaning stuff after change of its range Gamepad

Fix for RB/LB control of sliders in info panels

Fix for unnecessary selection of “Basic Resources” and “Advanced Resources” rows in depots’ info panel Fixes in the following events

Fix for event-related techs missing in the absence of Space Race

Long Winter

Dust Sickness

Power Surge

Broken Dome

Frozen Batteries Modding

Changed naming convention for “New” in mod editor toolbar to avoid ambiguousness

New Specialist msg now supplies the specialist

Fix for garbled file formats in drop-down list of the “open file” dialog

Surviving Mars is available on GOG and Steam.

American Truck Simulator: Update 1.33 released for Linux

Wed, 12 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Short after the Euro Truck Simulator 2 now also the American Truck Simulator has gotten the Update 1.33! It includes improvements like shuffling music tracks, improved rain effects and a lot more:

ATS update 1.33 is out! We are happy to release American Truck Simulator Update 1.33 out of open beta! Thanks to everyone who helped us verify the stability of the new features. We kept testing the ATS update a bit longer to make sure that there were no surprises with the new detours feature, and fortunately it looks like the reactions to it are all positive. We’ll keep tweaking the feature in upcoming updates, and of course we owe it also to players of Euro Truck Simulator 2 - once we create the relevant new graphics content depicting the blocked roads. As both our flagship sims are running on the same codebase, American Truck’s update benefited from the extended Experimental and Open Beta programs we have tried ahead of Euro Truck 2’s new update. We are very likely to repeat the process again for most of the upcoming updates. Even when we are not currently in open beta, we’d like to invite you to provide your feedback, input, wishes, and critique on our forums. We keep monitoring the message boards pretty much every day. The old school forums often work better for a discussion thread taking place across several days or weeks, compared to the typical quick fire and forget exchanges on newer generation social media. Features are described in depth in the open beta announcement: https://steamcommunity.com/games/americantrucksimulator/announcements/detail/1714079132251894910 Enjoy all the new additions and happy trucking. By the way, which changelog video do you like more? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcLccszlsA4 To enjoy the 1.33 update, make sure to OPT OUT of beta branches and your game will be updated automatically on Steam. Changelog Buyable turnpike double trailers (Nevada only) Detours Added OR-140 road Oregon map expansion required Steam cloud based profiles Reusable truck and trailer configuration templates Physics improvements (suspension, damping, braking, cogs) Rain drops behavior on glass improved Music shuffling Country/state name localization settings g_disable_beacons (0/1/2) - for people that have issues with blinking lights Various customization options Mod alert Due to the number of changes, most mods will need some work to catch up!

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Beyond the Baltic Sea" released for Linux

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000

For the Euro Truck Simulator 2 the new (paid) DLC “Beyond the Baltic Sea” has been released on Steam for Linux. This time it’s (in my opinion) a bit pricy (ca. 18 €), even if it has huge size:

Beyond the Baltic Sea DLC brings to Euro Truck Simulator 2 the countries of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia, parts of western Russia, and the south of Finland. Dozens of new cities, towns, ports and villages, new industries, thousands of kilometers of roads await. You’ll drive through vast swathes of low lying, verdant landscape, dotted with relics of past ages, as well as stark reminders of the great upheaval of the last century. For the first time you will drive into Russia and visit the great northern metropolis of Saint Petersburg. Going further, you will enter populous and industrially rich regions of Finland, where you can enjoy the unique experience of driving efficient High Capacity Transports. You’ll meander your way around lakes and rivers, and forests of pine and birch will often close upon you as you journey through these countries of quiet, subdued beauty. Welcome to the lands beyond the Baltic Sea! Key Features Over 13 thousand kilometers of new in-game roads Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia to explore Southern Finland containing major cities and industry Russian territory including Saint Petersburg and Kaliningrad 24 new major cities and many smaller towns Characteristic Baltic architecture Famous landmarks and recognizable places Brand new unique 3D-assets Lush climate accordant vegetation Local AI trains, trams, and traffic cars Over 30 new local company docks and industries Finland-only High Capacity Transport (a tractor and two long trailers) Baltic-region achievements to unlock

American Truck Simulator: free DLC Truck "Volvo VNL" released

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000

The from many fans of American Truck Simulator long awaited truck Volvo VNL has been added for free to the game on Steam!

Volvo VNL is joining American Truck Simulator! It wasn’t nearly as fast or simple as we initially expected, but it’s coming at last. We’re finally able to grow the number of trucks that are represented in American Truck Simulator! ːhonkhonkː The Volvo VNL (the previous generation for now – to prevent any misunderstanding) is the fifth truck joining the fleet of American Truck Simulator. It’s a free DLC addition for every owner of the base game. If you update the game on Steam (which may or may not require a restart for some users), the game will automatically download it. It comes in variants 300, 730 and 780 with a number of other options to customize it to your needs and preferences. This is only a start; with the manufacturer now officially on board, we can all hope that the road to include their latest and greatest will not be as long and bumpy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpvvvXqet24 To whet your appetite to this long-awaited addition, we are happy to publish a video tribute to celebrate the moment, and a few screenshots, just a little taste before you get a chance to download it to your own PC. We know that the wait was long and difficult (especially for some of you, judging from your posts and comments). We want to express our sincere thanks to the whole of our fan community for your patience and loyalty. The vision for what American Truck Simulator - as well as Euro Truck Simulator 2 - should become eventually is grand and the way to get there is daunting. We are dealing with it one step at a time. This year, we maximized our efforts to sign more brands for our games - and we have achieved success on several fronts. Further fruits of our discussions with the transportation industry should come in the future, so please, consider today’s game update as an early treat!

American Truck Simulator: new DLC "Special Transport" released

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the American Truck Simulator has been released today for Linux on Steam: Special Transport.

We are calling on America’s top truck drivers to haul heavy cargo across the country! Do you have what it takes to drive these over-sized cargoes through busy cities and winding country roads? We are challenging you to take on the responsibility of delivering these Special Transport cargoes! Get into your mighty diesel beast, and show us that you’re the one who can successfully deliver these over sized cargoes safely to their destination. Manoeuvre your truck and trailer through the lands of American Truck Simulator’s base map and DLCs, but be cautious! Some of these deliveries may take you through challenging and narrow roads. But you will not be alone on your journey! You will be escorted by a team of trained police and special vehicle escorts who will communicate and guide you throughout your journey. The drive may be tough, but if you drive with care and listen to your escort drivers advice, you will get these enormous cargoes to where they’re needed safely. Master these cargoes and become a true master of truck hauling! Key Features 11 huge cargoes (up to 170,000 pounds (85 tons), 21 feet (6.5 m) width, 17 feet (5+ m) height and 52+ feet (16 m) length) New Special Transport trailers Unique job routes for the Special Transport (most in the base map, some through New Mexico, more for Oregon to come later as a free update!) A combination of over 90 special transport jobs Custom AI escort & police vehicles Original intros for the cargoes and jobs, crowds and police cars along the routes New models, characters, and animations of people assisting or spectating the transport Curious pedestrians, journalists or transport co-workers along the routes Special Transport achievements Gameplay Features Close collaboration with AI escort vehicles required Enhanced AI behavior: clearing the path, stopping traffic, giving advice, pushing opposing vehicles to the side etc. Possibility to fail the given job on the spot if you don’t adhere to strict instructions or regulations New checkpoints system to keep your progress in a special transport job safe

Holy Potatoes! A Spy Story?! now available for Linux on GOG and Steam

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Holy Potatoes! A Spy Story?!, a wacky spy agency sim where you manage your very own potato spy headquarters, is now available for Linux on GOG and Steam.

Holy Potatoes! A Spy Story?! is a wacky spy-agency sim game where you manage your very own spud spy headquarters! Recruit new spies, train and enhance your potato team, discover and build crazy gadgets, vehicles and facilities, and embark on top-secret missions! Play as twins Ren and Rexa, who set out on a journey to discover the truth behind their parents’ disappearance with the use of their spy skills. Outwit and outsmart security personnel, bust through the sturdiest of doors, and hack some of the most complicated security systems! You will be the unseen hero in the shadows, using your intelligence, charm, stealth and strength to take on the enemy and fulfill your missions. Infiltrate enemy headquarters and sabotage their evil plans, use genetic splicing technology to create new spies and recruit legendary spies, and encounter pop-culture secret agents such as Justin Powers, Harry Fart, and Ezio de Frenzy in your quest to uncover the larger truth in Holy Potatoes! A Spy Story?! Key Features Manage and train the best potato spies the world has to offer Encounter pop-culture legendary special-agent spuds Create new Genetically Modified Potato spies through genetic splicing Meticulously plan secret missions and heists Customize, enhance and upgrade your spy agency Build crazy gadgets, vehicles, facilities, and training stations Strategize your moves during mission planning to counter various obstacles

Bomber Crew: new DLC "USAAF" released for Linux

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000

For the strategy-/simulation-game Bomber Crew a new (paid) DLC has been released for Linux on Steam: USAAF (U.S. Army Air Forces).

We want YOU to join the USAAF! The Bomber Crew USAAF DLC features an iconic American Bomber which holds more Crew than ever, over a brand new campaign set in a never before seen Theatre of War! Dig on for victory while fighting it out with all new enemy fighters and Aces while ensuring that you check on the enemy below, as danger also now comes from the seas as much as it comes from the skies. Get cracking, remain cool as a cucumber and make sure your crew returns once more! Bomber Crew USAAF DLC Features;

American Truck Simulator: DLC "Oregon" released

Thu, 04 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000

For the American Truck Simulator the state Oregon has been released today for Linux as (paid) DLC on Steam!

Go down the road to experience the wild beauty of “Beaver State” Oregon. The evergreen natural scenery will go along with the deserted country side but also dense city areas like Portland or Salem. Vast forests are covering roughly 60 percent of the state and together with many rivers form the typical western Oregon nature but also important part of state economics. It is one of the most geographically diverse states in Northwest region the U.S. It is the 9th largest and, with a population of 4 million, 27th most populous state. Its natural beauty includes deep forests, plenty of water areas and rivers, but also volcanoes, high deserts, and arid scrublands. Key Features Over 5,000 miles of new in-game roads 14 major cities, including Portland, Salem, and Eugene 13 large custom rest/truck stops for parking and refueling Lots of smaller rest areas and motels around the roads 700+ completely new 3D assets 25 unique, complex and realistic custom-built junctions and Interstate interchanges 17 new local company docks and industries Well-known landmarks both natural and man-made - Mt. Hood, Thor’s Well, Crater Lake, Crooked River Valley, Yaquina Head Lighthouse, Youngs Bay Bridge … Oregon-bound achievements to unlock

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: Update 1.32 with trailer ownership released

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000

The huge Update 1.32 for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator has been released for Linux on Steam, and it brings a from fans long awaited feature: - ownable and customizable trailers!

Update 1.32 with trailer ownership is here! It’s on! We have taken quite a while with the open beta - testing and tuning the new version was a very extensive task, as this is one of the biggest game updates we have ever produced. The reactions from the volunteer testers are very enthusiastic, and we are eager for the player-base to enjoy all the new features as well now. The amount of open beta feedback was so huge, thanks a lot to all the participants! We may not have been able to respond to all of the messages individually, but rest assured that we read everything and all your opinions, suggestions and bug reports are noted. The power of the community is fantastic! CHANGELOG: Trailer ownership https://steamcommunity.com/games/227300/announcements/detail/1716320785470332066 Major UI changes (Main menu, Company Management screens, Dealerships, etc.) Job filters redesign Some of the old trailers discarded and redesigned Power/airlines on AI trucks added (optional) Rendering speedups Option for automatic parking brake - disabled by default ETS2 only: Scania 2016 added to AI traffic B-double type trailers added Updated part of Germany map https://steamcommunity.com/games/227300/announcements/detail/1671278628863956479 Lighting improvements (sync with ATS) The speed limit in France dropped to 80 KPH on some roads ATS only: New roads added: US-550 (NM), US-95 (AZ), US-191 (AZ), Clifton city (AZ) and I-580 Carson city bypass (NV) Remade and redesigned few places (e.g. I5-I80 interchange) Long 53ft trailers (40+ feet from kingpin to rear axle) forbidden in California MOD ALERT: Completely redesigned trailer-cargo logic (cargo data, trailer data, economy, etc.). Most mods will need some work to catch up! To enjoy the 1.32 update, make sure to OPT OUT of beta branches and your game will be automatically updated on Steam. On the other hand, if you are a heavy mod user and believe that the mods in your mix are still not up to date for 1.32, you may consider switching to 1.31 branch on Steam to continue playing the game with all the mods, while the mod authors catch up to the new features in the game. Enjoy! And keep your eyes open for the rest of today, we still have great news for you! ;)

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: huge Update 1.31 released

Mon, 14 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

For both Trucking-Simulations Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator the huge Update 1.31 has been released for Linux on Steam. Now the Trucks also have simulated power/air lines between truck and trailer(s), and the update contains even more improvements:

ATS and ETS2 Update 1.31 Out Now! 14. Mai - Nemiro We are happy to give you official new updates for both our flagship truck sims, at last. Testing of this update wave took us longer than we had hoped, both internal tests and the open beta revealed a lot of areas requiring our attention before we could call the update done.There’s quite a lot of new content and functionality for both games there, and we have run into some unexpected problems when things refused to work together. Thumbs up to everyone who participated in the beta (for both of our games) and sent us his opinion and reported any issues. We would like to express our sincere thanks for all your help, bug reports, and general feedback, they were even more important and helpful than usual. After over a month full of testing, bug fixing, (and sometimes yelling and panicking), we’re finally there. Update 1.31 is out for both of our games! You can find the long and dry list of changes and additions below, but for those of you preferring moving pictures to written words, here is a very nice overview of the major changes in the 1.31 update courtesy of Squirrel’s YouTube channel: Taking a look at the major changes in 1.31 coming to Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator soon! ETS2 + ATS Console Guide ►https://youtu.be/DSMecKfmubo CHANGELOG - MAIN FEATURES: Power/air lines between truck and trailer(s) (read more[blog.scssoft.com]) More realistic mirror rendering (head position-based FOV)[[/*] ATS only: New road through Yosemite added - CA-120 (read more[blog.scssoft.com]) New trailers (bottom dumpers) ETS2 only: Random road events 8x4 Scania R and S truck chassis New routes for Special Transport DLC missions (read more[blog.scssoft.com]) Mighty Griffin DLC aftermarket tuning parts for next-gen Scania S & R (read more[blog.scssoft.com]) MINOR CHANGES: Job selection screens have new filter and cargo search elements Parking brake automatically ON after truck spawn (g_park_brake_init) Screenshot name format now based on date and time Increased precision trip data (dashboard computer display) Fixed torque converter locking Fixed damaged predefined trucks in dealers and quick jobs Fixed trailer damage reporting Fixed HDR interpolation ETS2 only: UK trailers no longer have a different license plate from the lorry Faster gear shifting for new Opticruise transmissions Fixed/updated license plates in various countries (Belgian, Norwegian, Polish, Czech) TOOLS/ MOD: New terrain brushes in the map editor Dropped support of very old maps (pre ver. 4.38) Mirror_data A trailer can be registered as standalone or not Variable shift length Truck dealer trucks are not in a single file/list anymore, the game reads all files/units in the given directory, making things friendlier for mods to coexist Steerable wheel independent on wheel model Dropped support for old attributes Make sure to OPT OUT of beta branches now and your game will be automatically updated on Steam. For the legacy non-Steam edition of ETS2, the update should be ready in a few days. Enjoy!

Surviving Mars: now available for Linux on GOG and Steam

Thu, 15 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000

The new city building-simulation set on planet Mars called “Surviving Mars” (published by Paradox) is now available for Linux on GOG and Steam!

Colonize Mars and discover her secrets, with minimal casualties. Welcome Home! The time has come to stake your claim on the Red Planet and build the first functioning human colonies on Mars! All you need are supplies, oxygen, decades of training, experience with sandstorms, and a can-do attitude to discover the purpose of those weird black cubes that appeared out of nowhere. With a bit of sprucing up, this place is going to be awesome! Surviving Mars is a sci-fi city builder all about colonizing Mars and surviving the process. Choose a space agency for resources and financial support before determining a location for your colony. Build domes and infrastructure, research new possibilities and utilize drones to unlock more elaborate ways to shape and expand your settlement. Cultivate your own food, mine minerals or just relax by the bar after a hard day’s work. Most important of all, though, is keeping your colonists alive. Not an easy task on a strange new planet. There will be challenges to overcome. Execute your strategy and improve your colony’s chances of survival while unlocking the mysteries of this alien world. Are you ready? Mars is waiting for you. Main Features: Building on a planet not fit for human life challenges you to build a smart, functional colony. Bad planning isn’t about traffic jams, it’s about survival of your colonists. You really don’t want rolling blackouts in a city constructed in a place without oxygen. Each colonist is a unique individual with problems and strengths that influence the needs and behavior of the other colonists. Things can get really interesting if your chief scientists develops alcoholism after one too many long nights in the lab. Retro-futuristic super structures housing colonists, factories and commercial buildings with their own “neighborhood personality.” Create colonies that value science over everything else, while tired workers drink their pay away at a local bar, or attempt a utopia among the stars. Inspired by the classic sci-fi of Asimov and Clarke, Surviving Mars holds many secrets. During each playthrough players may encounter one of Mars’ individually crafted mysteries. Uncovering these secrets might bring your colony great fortune, or terrible ruin. What is that sphere that manifested itself outside colony HUB B, and is it friendly? Combine static and random research through experimentation, which allows for a different experience for each journey through the game. Attain new scientific breakthroughs by exploring the uncharted terrain of Mars’s surface. A sleek, modern take on the bright futurism of the 1960s. A time of exploration and adventure. Craft your own fantastic buildings, parks or even a mystery to share through Surviving Mars’s extensive and convenient modding tools. Share your finest creations with the community to build the perfect society.

Cities Skylines: 3-Year-Anniversary-Patch with free "Surviving Mars" assets released

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000

For the city building simulation Cities Skylines the 3-year-anniversary-patch with free “Surviving Mars”-assets has been released on Steam for Linux. It contains a new unique Rocket City building called Xchirp Launcher, an astronaut Chirper, and a new free radio station “Official Mars Radio”:

Celebrate Cities: Skylines 3 year anniversary with some FREE Surviving Mars themed content in the 1.9.2-f1 ‘ChirpX’ Patch We’re thrilled to invite all our fans to join the party this weekend, as Cities: Skylinesturns three years old tomorrow, March 10! How better to cap off three years than a shiny new milestone? The celebrated city-builder has sold over five million copies for Windows, MacOS and Linux since launch. In that time, Paradox and Colossal Order have released over 1,000 new assets and many new features, such as leisure and tourism, landscaping, football, radio stations, concerts, helicopters, ferries, monorails, cable cars, blimps and so much more. And yet, players in the Cities community are the TRUE big content producers, supplying more than 144,000 mods to-date. All sorts of user-generated maps, scenarios and assets are available in the Steam Workshop, for free! Over the past three years, Cities: Skylines fans have definitively proven they can survive Natural Disasters, heavy Snowfall and self-inflicted anarchy of all sorts, but the question looms… can they survive Mars? To celebrate its third birthday and five million milestone, Cities: Skylines players are getting a new unique Rocket City building called Xchirp Launcher, an astronaut Chirper, and a new free radio station - Official Mars Radio! Tune into Mars beginning this Friday, March 9 and jam out to space musical electro songs like Perfect Wave, Mission Stardust, The Return of Sputnik, Moon Zero Two and Aiming for Jupiter. Learn more about our creation of the ChirpX content in this special Dev Diary The ‘ChirpX’ Patch is live NOW for all players! 1.9.2-f1 Added ChirpX launch site Added new Chirper hat Added Official Mars Radio Korean is available for all players

Kerbal Space Program: Update 1.4 "Away with Words MK-II" with new localizations and Unity-update released

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000

The huge Update 1.4 called “Away with Words MK-II” for Kerbal Space Program adds new localizations and an Update to Unity-Engine 2017.1.3p1 among other things to the game. The update is currently only available for the Steam-version, but other resellers like GOG will follow soon. Here is the official announcement on Steam:

Continuing the endeavor of bringing KSP to as many people as possible, we are proud and excited to announce the release of Kerbal Space Program 1.4: Away with Words MK-2! The game has been fully localized in 4 additional languages: French, German, Italian and Portuguese-Brazilian. Texts, keyboard layouts, UI and textures were carefully localized to keep the essence of KSP in every language, so that even more players are able to enjoy the Kerbal experience in their native tongue. But that is not all! Kerbal Space Program 1.4: Away with Words MK-2 includes a broad range of improvements and new content for everyone to enjoy! We have upgraded the game engine to Unity 2017.1.3p1 and with that comes various performance enhancements, and an upgrade to the Engine Particle System. Improvements to the UI and quality of life upgrades have also been packed into this update. Here are some additional highlights: Kerbal Personal Parachutes Kerbals with level 3 and above experience now have fully steerable personal parachutes! A cool feature that will help to get your Kerbals out of tight situations or perform aerial acrobatics, it’s all up to you! Variant Switcher A number of parts have model and texture variations that you can switch during vessel construction. These variants can also be grouped in themes to apply across a whole vessel at once! Prioritized Vessel Naming With this new naming method, you can now attach naming information to command modules and vessel names will be updated based on the parts in each vessel. Now you can prename your CSM or burnback booster! VAB - SPH editor switching Switch between the VAB and SPH at will with this new feature! New Parts! 3 brand new parts and replacements for a dozen existing parts, including the Mk 1-3 Pod! You can find the complete changelog here. We are excited for the 1.4 release and look forward to the launch of the Making History Expansion next week. For our mod creators, please note an additional update 1.4.1 will come alongside that release and will need to be integrated as well. The modding community is very important to the Kerbal Space Program team, and we continue to encourage and enable mods for KSP moving forward. Kerbal Space Program 1.4: Away with words MK-II is now available on Steam and will soon be available on GOG and other third party resellers. Happy Launchings!

Arma 3: Update to Version 1.80 released for Linux

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000

For the military simulation Arma 3 the 7.8 GB huge update to version 1.80 has been released for Linux on Steam! It adds support for the Tac-Ops Mission Pack and brings the Windows- and also the Linux-Version (at least for a while) on par:

The experimental ports have been updated to version 1.80. They now include Tac-Ops Mission Pack and are also temporarily compatible with the Windows main-branch (at least until the release of the next - 1.82 - update). Visit the updated overview page, Community Wiki known issues and tips, and let us know your feedback!

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: finally Force Feedback for Logitech-Wheels on Linux

Fri, 22 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Finally a very good message for all Linux-Friends of Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator: both games now have (half-)official support for Force Feedback when using (Logitech) wheels! What does “half-official” mean? SCS did not (yet?) implement FFB for wheels in the base games. BUT: 50keda, a Mod from the official SCS forum got access to the source-code of a FFB-plugin for Windows and he developed an ETS2/ATS-Plugin for Linux of it! It has currently been tested only with wheels from Logitech - but these tests have been reported by users to be successful.

Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator: Event "Grand Gift Delivery 2017" has begun

Wed, 20 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000

The developers of Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator announced today on Steam, that in both titles the event “Grand Gift Delivery 2017” has begun with unique virtual and even real rewards. Since it’s a World of Trucks event where you have to pick up this special contracts, you’ll need an account there. Chances are high that you already have it, if you like the games:

Santa needs our help! Our ‘On The Road’ crew has just arrived from the North Pole. Santa’s logistics network is having a hard time coping with deliveries of all the gifts, and SCS Software has been summoned for help. Honestly, though, our humble sim trailer is just not enough, the motion seats just take up too much space. Way more capacity is needed. It is clear that we need to turn to players of our games for help! There are billions of gifts around the globe waiting for delivery, and we have duly informed Santa that we may only be able to help him with a tiny fraction of the number, and only in limited territories. Even with the addition of New Mexico to American Truck Simulator and Italia to Euro Truck Simulator 2, our coverage of the two continents is still not satisfactory, not to speak about the rest of the planet. Yes, we know! Now even Santa is pushing us hard to improve the coverage for the next year already - as if he planned to depend on us again and again. For now, let’s try to do what we can do. There are rewards waiting for everyone who’ll join in! Santa has some special cabin toys and accessories straight from his domain for you. He’s even willing to let you park your mighty diesel beasts at the North Pole - in a new main-menu background scene. How cool is that? This World of Trucks event is a bit more complex than what we had in the previous seasons. Players of both American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2 will be able to participate, but each game is counted separately and provides its own set of achievements and rewards. On top of it, each game’s event actually has two levels of accomplishment, and two tiers of rewards! The rewards are not just digital this time. At the conclusion of the event, we’ll draw five lucky winners for each game and each tier (that’s 20 prizes in total) and offer you a choice of merchandise from our e-shop to pick your reward from. Rules & Rewards We’re running two events in parallel - you can choose between American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2, or participate in both events to earn the most goodies! Deliver gifts (that’s a very specific cargo that you will only find on World of Trucks contracts now!) to at least 6 (for the 1st Tier) or 12 (to complete the 2nd Tier) different cities. Only deliveries of over 240 km / 150 miles are eligible. Receive unique rewards on each tier: Tier 1: Exclusive World of Trucks achievements for event completion in each game Hanging cabin decorations - Xmas Ball and Plush Bear (ETS2), Polar Star and Polar Plush Bear (ATS) Main menu background theme - “Magic Time” Five people who completed this Tier have a chance of winning the physical reward: choose any amount of merchandise of your choice from our e-shop for a sum up to 50€. Tier 2: Hanging cabin decorations - Polar Beast and Snowman Trucker (ETS2), Grizzly Bear and Snowman Trucker (ATS) Customizable paint-jobs “Crystal Dream” (ATS) and “Crystal Dimension” (ETS2) Main menu background theme - “On top of the world” Five people who completed this Tier have a chance of winning physical reward: choose any amount of merchandise of your choice from e-shop for a sum up to 100€. Important Notes Latest game version is required for participating in the event. In-game rewards are granted as tradeable and marketable Steam inventory items Quadruple (x4) your chance of winning a physical reward by completing the event in both games for both event Tiers! Physical rewards are drawn randomly from all participants for each Tier after event completion on Monday, January 22, 2018. Winners will be announced on our blog! That’s it! Put on your hauling pants and hop behind your steering wheel! There’re some delivery jobs waiting for you!

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Special Transport" released

Thu, 14 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000

The Euro Truck Simulator 2 has gotten a new (paid) DLC: Special Transport. It adds very huge (up to 70 tons, 6 m width, 5+ m height und 20+ m length) cargo, AI-escort-vehicles and also a new checkpoint-system to the game:

Only the most skilled and experienced truck drivers are called to perform Special Transport jobs. Are you up to the challenge? Experience super-sized cargoes with length and width exceeding standard cargo regulations. Drive through tight passages requiring millimeter-precision maneuvering! Your route will be secured by two escort vehicles guiding you through the transport job from its start to the place of delivery. It’s not going to be a piece of cake, but if you obey the escort vehicles’ advice and carefully watch for every inch of the road to deliver the cargo in pristine condition, you can consider yourself a real pro, a true veteran behind the wheel who can deliver even the most enormous cargoes. Key Features 11 huge cargoes (up to 70 tons, 6 m width, 5+ m height and 20+ m length) 4 new special trailers Unique job routes for the Special Transport (most in the base map, some through DLC expansions, more to come!) A combination of over 80 special transport jobs Custom AI escort vehicles Original intros for the cargoes and jobs, crowds and police cars along the routes New models, characters, and animations of people assisting or spectating the transport Curious pedestrians, journalists or transport co-workers along the routes A new set of warning beacons for the trucks Special Transport achievements Gameplay Features Close collaboration with AI escort vehicles required Enhanced AI behavior: clearing the path, stopping traffic, giving advice, pushing opposing vehicles to the side etc. Possibility to fail the given Job on the spot if you do not adhere to strict instructions or regulations New checkpoints system to keep your progress in a special transport job safe

Arma 3: Update to Version 1.76 now available for Linux

Mon, 13 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000

To the military simulation Arma 3 the 10.5 GB huge update to Version 1.76 has been released on Steam for Linux! This makes now the Windows- and also the Linux-Version (at least for a while) on par:

Together with our Publishing & QA departments, @virtualprog have updated the Linux/Mac port betas to 1.76 (including Laws of War DLC). That makes them (MP-)compatible with Windows for a while at least. More info: https://forums.bistudio.com/forums/topic/188937-experimental-ports-release-announcements/?do=findComment&comment=3249129 … ??

American Truck Simulator: New Mexico DLC released for Linux

Thu, 09 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000

As already announced last week, today saw the release of the New Mexico DLC for American Truck Simulator for Linux on Steam!

Discover the subtle beauty of the New Mexico landscape. Its nickname - “Land of Enchantment” - fits perfectly. A lot of unique natural scenery will accompany you during all hauls, two trips will never feel the same. Drive through urbanized areas like Albuquerque, sparsely populated trading posts, rest stops in the middle of the desert, lush forests and mountain ranges. New Mexico has a lot to offer in terms of landscape variety. Cross Rio Grande, visit Carson National Forest, Baylor Peak, Pyramid Rock and other natural landmarks. Spend your night, rest, refuel and repair your truck on one of the many unique truck stops around New Mexico’s highways. Admire the red sunsets while driving past recognizable monumental rock formations. New Mexico (Navajo: Yootó Hahoodzo) is the fifth largest by area and the 36th most populous of the U.S. states. This corner-state has diverse nature which includes deserts, high plains, and mountains. The climate is generally semi-arid to arid because New Mexico has very little water. Key Features Over 4 thousand miles of new in-game roads 14 major cities, including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Roswell 11 custom rest/truck stops for parking and refueling 600+ completely new 3D graphics assets Complex and realistic custom-built junctions and Interstate interchanges 8 new company docks and industries Unique landmarks both natural and man-made New Mexico achievements to unlock

American Truck Simulator: New Mexico DLC releases on 09. November 2017

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Next week will finally see the release of the new New Mexico DLC for American Truck Simulator. On 09. November 2017 it will be published for all systems (including Linux) and it will be available for USD $ 11.99, € 11.99 or £ 8.99!

Discover the subtle beauty of the New Mexico landscape. Its nickname - “Land of Enchantment” - fits perfectly. A lot of unique natural scenery will accompany you during all hauls, two trips will never feel the same. Drive through urbanized areas like Albuquerque, sparsely populated trading posts, rest stops in the middle of the desert, lush forests and mountain ranges. New Mexico has a lot to offer in terms of landscape variety. Cross Rio Grande, visit Carson National Forest, Baylor Peak, Pyramid Rock and other natural landmarks. Spend your night, rest, refuel and repair your truck on one of the many unique truck stops around New Mexico’s highways. Admire the red sunsets while driving past recognizable monumental rock formations. New Mexico (Navajo: Yootó Hahoodzo) is the fifth largest by area and the 36th most populous of the U.S. states. This corner-state has diverse nature which includes deserts, high plains, and mountains. The climate is generally semi-arid to arid because New Mexico has very little water. Key Features Over 4 thousand miles of new in-game roads 14 major cities, including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Roswell 11 custom rest/truck stops for parking and refueling 600+ completely new 3D graphics assets Complex and realistic custom-built junctions and Interstate interchanges 8 new company docks and industries Unique landmarks both natural and man-made New Mexico achievements to unlock

Motorsport Manager: Pit Crews Update and DLC Endurance Series released for Linux

Wed, 01 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000

For the Motorsport-Management-/Simulation-game Motorsport Manager a one GB huge update with many improvements has been released for Linux. Especially the possibility to manage now your own Pit Crew is noticable. Furthermore the new (paid) DLC Endurance Series has been released, which adds a endurance championship to the game. Description Endurance Series DLC:

Key features Epic tests of man and machine Go the distance, with a brand new two-class endurance championship to test your mettle. Keep track of your drivers’ alertness using the new stamina bar, and swap them out at the crucial moment. New race lengths and rules Drive over 90 minutes, 3 hours or even 6 hour epic races! Six drivers per team Manage a group and find the drivers with the strength, skill and stamina combinations to win you the race. Test your wits over average lap qualifying, picking two drivers per car and building the best average lap time. Beautiful endurance cars Take in the iconic curves and sleek lines as you guide your mechanical masterpieces to championship wins Be a part of the rivalry Twenty-four cars compete in each race, jostling for lap times as they seek to win out over their greatest threats New ERS options, new rolling starts and more A new way of playing the game you love Embark on a fresh Motorsport Manager challenge with the Endurance Series. Take iconic long-distance cars for the ride of your life as you navigate epic distances with the goal of winning championships. Try two new competitions – IEC A and B – and meet new teams along the way. Experience new race lengths – 90 minutes, 3 hours or even 6 hours! Manage six drivers per team as you strive to find the best combination of drivers to score you the best times. Manage a new layer of race strategy as you keep a careful eye on their stamina, and be prepared to make tough calls during the longest races yet. Design your machines with survival and speed in mind as you put them to the test in entirely new conditions. New rules, such as average qualifying time, present a new challenge as you seek to build a team which outdoes the sum of its parts. Find consistency and the sweet spot for your drivers, allowing them to hit a state of perfect flow and become ‘Fired Up’, improving their lap times. Tweak your car’s setup to focus on a particular driver, or seek to achieve a balance that takes in both styles. But above all: stop watching, start winning, take control.

Real Farm: Farming simulator now available for Linux on Steam

Fri, 20 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Real Farm, a farming simulator, is now available for Linux on Steam! Description:

Pull on your boots, fire up your tractor, and cultivate success in Real Farm, the most immersive agricultural simulator around. Go from farm hand to agricultural A-list in Career mode, or cultivate the role of an established farmer in Free Mode. Explore a stunning open world, bringing to life the American countryside in native 4K, 60FPS splendour. Concentrate on crops, livestock, or both, growing your cash and reputation as you go. Acquire land, manage staff, and drive and maintain the most powerful farm vehicles available. Reap the best prices in the marketplace, but watch your competitors, as their actions (and yours) will affect the economy in real time. From business challenge to pastural playground, Real Farm cultivates the life, the rewards and the natural beauty of modern agriculture. Dive into a huge, open world presented in sumptuous native 4k Grow from farm hand to agricultural A-list in Career Mode Cultivate the role of an established farmer in Free Mode Sow crops, keep livestock or both, buying and selling in a real time economy Plough straight in with pick-up-and-play controls and a comprehensive tutorial Drive and maintain a massive array of farm vehicles and machinery

Cities Skylines: Patch 1.9.0 and Green Cities DLC released

Thu, 19 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

For the city buiilding simulation Cities Skylines a huge Patch 1.9.0 and a new Steam. Description Green Cities DLC:

Cities: Skylines - Green Cities is a new expansion for the city-builder from Colossal Order, adding new ways for players to build earth-friendly towns. The expansion adds 350 new assets to the core game, adding a massive selection of new visual options, complete with eco-friendly buildings, organic shops, electric vehicles, and new services designed to make pollution a quaint notion of the past. Players can create more diversified cities, or go completely green as the urban population grows. New in-game services and buildings arrive alongside revisions to noise and environmental pollution, making the skies safer for Chirper at last. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg, with exciting new features such as: New Eco-Friendly Buildings, New specialization buildings, new alternative service buildings, new unique buildings, electric cars, new parks – 350 new assets in all giving a unique new look to Cities: Skylines New specialized options for all city zones, plus leveled-up specializations for the first time in Cities: Skylines 3 new scenarios, 4 new policy options, and a new Monument to make your friends Green with envy Of course we’ve included a new hat for Chirper

Niche - a genetics survival game leaves Early Access

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Niche - a genetics survival game leaves Early Access after a year and is now available for Linux on Steam! Description:

Niche - a genetics survival game is a fresh blend of turn-based strategy and simulation combined with roguelike elements. Shape your own species of cat/fox/bear/dog-like animals based on real genetics. Keep your animals alive against all odds, such as hungry predators, climate change and spreading sickness. If your species goes extinct the game is lost and your evolution needs to start anew. Key Features: Real genetics for breeding system Over 100 genes to shape your species Procedurally generated worlds and animals 4 biomes featuring different predators, prey and flora to explore Game mechanics inspired on population genetics Games that inspired us: Spore Don’t Starve The Creatures Series Warrior Cats Educational aspects: While playing Niche, the player is introduced to the scientific mechanics of genetics (featuring dominant-recessive, co-dominant inheritance, etc). The game also features the five pillars of population genetics (genetic drift, genetic flow, mutation, natural selection, sexual selection). All knowledge is interwoven with the game-mechanics. This creates the effect of learning by playing.

Virtual Rides 3: Update 1.2 with new ride "Tentacle" released

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000

For the Funfair Simulator Virtual Rides 3 the Update 1.2 with the new ride called “The Tentacle” (you may know it as “Kraken”) has been released.

Hey community! Today we present to you something very exciting – a new update with the title „Release the Tentacle“. Some of you might be able to guess what that means. In the new version 1.2 we bring you the new ride called „The Tentacle“. A rotatable main engine, from which five tentacle-like arms emerge, which are moved up and down by the eccentric. On each arm is attached a controllable cross with five free-swinging gondolas (if the brake is not activated ?). The ride is optically garnished with the flashing octopus head on the middle section. The very brave of you can of course experience the ride in „Virtual Reality“ – a the ride is of course also in “Virtual Reality” mobile – but maybe put a barf bag aside ? Besides the new ride, we fixed a few small bugs in this patch and worked slightly on the performance. Here is the Change-Log: New content: • New ride: „The Tentacle“ • Modified map tile for the new ride • VR Experience for „The Tentacle“ Improvements: • Visual improvements of the weather system • Several performance optimizations Fixes: • Fixed sound problem for players that had a lot of jingles in their „custom jingles“ folder • The podest of the „Casino Swing“ ride lowers to the correct position now We hope you like the new update. Enjoy it!

American Truck Simulator: Heavy Cargo DLC released

Wed, 07 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Short time after the release for Euro Truck Simulator 2, the American Truck Simulator now also gets the Heavy Cargo DLC! A Cargo-DLC Bundle for ATS and ETS2 can be found here. The Steam-News page for ATS has more detailed information on this DLC.

Beholder: Blissful Sleep DLC released

Thu, 18 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

The “spy-on-simulation” Beholder has gotten a (paid) DLC today: Blissful Sleep. Description:

The Ministry of Introductions is honored to introduce Hector, the ex-landlord succeeded by Carl Shteyn. You may remember him being beaten and then dragged away, but things aren’t always what they seem to be… Welcome back to the grim dystopian future of Beholder , where ordinary people struggle to survive while subjected to the directives of an iron-fisted Government! The time has come to tell the stories of: the one who has fallen a victim to a horrifying mistake, and is now desperately seeking for salvation; the ones who broke the law to find happiness and are now facing the consequences; the one who risked his life for the State but has been left behind; the one who had everything but lost it all; and the one who mews! You’ll meet many others, all of whom are living under the same roof – and under the thumb of a government that has absolute control over its citizens and never turns its peering eye away! Return to Krushvice 6 and serve the State and Wise Leader well!

Cities Skylines: Mass Transit DLC released

Thu, 18 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for the city building simulation Cities Skylines has been released: Mass Transit. Besides completely new ways of transportation like ferries, cable cars and monorails, this huge DLC also adds new scenarios and more. More information can be found in the <a href=“http://store.steampowered.com/news/?appids=255710" target=”_blank>announcement on Steam.

Euro Truck Simulator 2: DLC "Heavy Cargo" released for Linux

Fri, 12 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

A new (paid) DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2 has been released today for Linux on Steam: Heavy Cargo. This DLC adds eight new heavy haul cargos and two trailers with steerable axles to the game. Beyond that, a free update for the main game has been released with these new features: - New Truck Chassis Variants and Tuning - Truck Analysis Screen The complete announcement and description can be read on Steam.

American & Euro Truck Simulator 2: Update 1.6 & 1.27 released

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000

For American Truck Simulator the Update 1.6 and for Euro Truck Simulator 2 the Update 1.27 has been released on Steam for Linux. These updates add many new features like e.g. country specific police cars in ETS 2 and a windshield-mounted weigh station pass device in ATS. Announcement of the Update 1.6 for ATS on Steam:

MAIN FEATURES Weigh station pass device The windshield-mounted box expands situational awareness for those who prefer to switch off all user interface elements for an immersive experience. It works the same way as the weigh station functionality which is a part of the on-screen Advisor “widget”. Trailer Liftable Axles Differential Lock Adaptive transmission modes (power, normal, eco) Improved engine simulation model (friction, braking, consumption) MINOR CHANGES Air pressure simulation improved (pressure buildup, cut-off sound, application pressure). Coin sound tweaked. FOV range increased to 40-120 degrees in adjuster. Engine brakes set to 3 positions (as most current trucks have). One-key-hold control will use full strength still. If engine brake toggle input is not assigned, increase/decrease engine brake inputs work similar to retarder (in range from 0 to maximum). Multiple fueling points on gas stations. g_force_economy_reset flag is disabled after economy reset. Transmission input shaft simulation (double clutch). MODDING INFO Single “overrides” (forced default) rule can be used instead of defaults-suitable rule pair across linked accessories. All pressure units set consistently to bars (data, animation, dashboard UI). Nominal air_tank_pressure value added to chassis data. Changed interior animations: all air, oil and brake pressure (gauges, indicators). New interior animation: trailer axle lift (indicator), differential lock (button, indicator). New engine data: resistance_torque (measured at 2000rpm). Coin sound made moddable in the same way as other sounds (through ogg file). To get the best advice about modding either game check our modding wiki. WORLD OF TRUCKS Connecting DLC’s owned by the player to his World of Truck account to make the content available for all World of Trucks features.

American Truck Simulator: Update 1.5 incl. World rescale released

Mon, 12 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000

The Update 1.5 for American Truck Simulator has been released for Linux on Steam. It contains a complete overhauled and resized map and many more improvements.

More information:

Rescaled map main features: Scale 1:35 → 1:20 – 1,75x larger map Hundreds of miles of new longer roads A new city - Santa Maria Completely reworked city – Oxnard Reworked roadsystem topology: New Interstate I-580 and I-80 connections I-5 near LA topology corrected I-5 Redding topology corrected New stretch of CA-101 Correct interstate junctions - no more same level crossing, freeways exiting on itself, etc 28 reworked or new junctions - most notably - Reno, San Francisco, San Diego, L.A. 6 new custom rest areas – truckstops More accurate height profiles - new steeper climbs and descends Famous recognizable landscape landmarks: Donner pass, Grapevine, Kumeyaay highway, Picachio peak, Humphreys peak, Cajon pass ATS 1.5 patchnotes Main features Map rebuilt in 1:20 scale Upgrade Shop and Truck Browser Search Tool New chassis options (6x2 & 6x2 Midlift) Game Adjustable interior FOV per truck Weigh station UI behavior made more real Truck repair/refuel performed by hired driver cost money, included in logs Added informational dialog showing when game detects upgrade or downgrade Added pounds + short tonnes as weight unit option Add possibility to buy driver and co-driver plate in truck dealer Online job offer: Replaced refresh button with browse jobs Better trailer air pressure simulation Low air warning should only be active with running engine Parking brake mechanical safeguard on low air added Revised rolling resistance computations Hired driver use same math for eco skill as player Added selector modes to shift layout, correct detection of split shifts (advanced mode) Adaptive shifting logic improved Mod manager: Added link to load game screen in case game crashed and user has at least one mod activated Mod manager: Added possibility of setting profile by name and by user profile pointer Mod manager: Added dlc dependency list to mod manifest Prevent to AI trucks disappearing in players view Tweaked traffic spawn frequencies MOD Changed map parameters (climate_profile, map_data) Moddable interior camera zoom parameters. (speed, factor) 1 degree rotation on Ctrl + R, 90 degree rotation on Home Merged editable sign and sign dialog Refresh sign template and its model from content browser Added letter-spacing to sign editor Store content browser navigation history Support for day/nigh effect switching and child hookups for lod_model_hookup_u Undo of veg sphere manipulation

Euro Truck Simulator 2: huge update 1.26 released for Linux

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000

For Euro Truck Simulator 2 the huge update 1.26 has been released for Linux on Steam!

We would like to sincerely thank the fan community for the awesome feedback on Open Beta of Euro Truck Simulator 2 version 1.26. We have received a lot of valuable input on the new content and tons of reports for little things that we would have almost missed but that were fixed thanks to you. We are now ready to make the 1.26 Update live for everyone. The game will actually update itself automatically on Steam. The legacy non-Steam edition of the game will have the update ready for download in a couple of days. If you participated in the Open Beta on Steam, please don’t forget to switch back to the non-beta branch in ETS2 properties. We have already covered the changes and improvements coming with this update extensively, in the post annoucing the Open Beta, but let’s review them again so that you have all the news in one scoop. Older Parts of France Reworked The main star of this map refresh is the city of Paris, which actually has been completely rebuilt to make it way more elaborate than before! We have re-touched the existing region of northern France in the base game. It’s not a total rework from scratch, but we believe that you will appreciate some very visible changes in the world; new models, new intersections and use of higher resolution textures in many places. New Transmissions for all trucks We have adjusted and added some new options for the transmissions of all the trucks tractors in the game, so now there are more options to choose - from the standard or overdrive style of transmissions or even the Allison 4500. We hope that especially the players who care for more choices and precision of the vehicle simulation will appreciate the new adjustment, now there are new opportunities to play with the ratio between engine and wheels. Upgrade Shop & Truck Browser Search Tool A new search line was added into the game’s upgrade shop and truck browser screens, so now you will be able to look up for example a specific paintjob or a particular engine upgrade. This new feature will come handy if you own a lot of our minor DLCs or if you happen to have lots of truck tuning mods installed. Game Changes Adjustable interior FOV per truck Added parking difficulty (preset option included) Truck repair/refuel performed by hired driver costs money, included in logs Added informational dialog showing when game detects upgrade or downgrade Added pounds + short tonnes as weight unit option Better trailer air pressure simulation Low air warning should only be active with running engine Revised rolling resistance computations Hired driver use the very same formulas for eco skill as the player Info for Modders Changed map parameters (climate_profile, map_data) Moddable interior camera zoom parameters. (speed, factor) 1 degree rotation on Ctrl + R, 90 degree rotation on Home Merged editable sign and sign dialog Refresh sign template and its model from content browser Added letter-spacing to sign editor Store content browser navigation history Support for day/nigh effect switching and child hookups for lod_model_hookup_u

Clouds and Sheep 2 now available for Linux on Steam

Mon, 24 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Clouds and Sheep 2, a funny Sheep-Simulation, best described as mixture betweeen The Sims and Stardew Valley, is now available for Linux on Steam. Description: In this eagerly anticipated sequel of the game “Clouds & Sheep”, the cute sheep are finally on the loose again! Solve countless quests and fulfill your wooly friends’ needs.

American Truck Simulator & Euro Truck Simulator 2: big Updates released

Fri, 09 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Big updates have been released for American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2. These contain a lot of improvements, e. g. you can now adjust the tilt of the steering wheel and change the trailer look. There also has been a Linux Hotfix, addressing problems on Linux and integrated Intel chipsets. Here is the complete Announcement:

We are happy to announce that the final version of the 1.4 update for American Truck Simulator and 1.25 for Euro Truck Simulator 2 are now available via Steam. Big thanks to all of you who have contributed with your feedback and bug reports during the Open Beta period! Let’s recap the key features included with these updates: Trailer selection - When you pick up a new job the game will now give you a chance to change the trailer look (or the trailer itself) if it finds that there are alternate trailer styles or textures available for the given cargo. Even better, it works with modded trailers as well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zx87hSOrz6Q Custom steering wheel position -You’ll be allowed to adjust the tilt of the steering wheel column or telescope it so you can create your perfect driving position. Here’s a log of the additional fixes and improvements that went into this update: CODE Cruise control is not disabled by the throttle anymore. Interior camera zoom - You can bind the key for zoom in Options → Key and buttons → Camera controls → Zoom interior camera. Option to set preferred job length generation in options. Option to set split shifting input. More unit display options (volume, consumption). DATA Steering wheels are now a separate model with a default and exclusive version for each truck Steering knobs - six different steering knobs in each game; you are able to install them at four possible locations on a steering wheel. Customizable cabin lights and horns on all trucks. Low air warning sound added. MODDING Separated map_data.sii from game_data.sii Look_presets_defaults[] in interior camera Change trailer looks to paint jobs. Please also check out our modding wiki to get the best advice for modding either game.

Transport Fever announced for Linux

Tue, 12 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000

The developers of Train Fever announced their new game: Transport Fever. The release is scheduled for this autumn and it will also be released on Linux.

Overview: Transport Fever is a railroad-focused tycoon game. Players start in 1850 and build up a thriving transport company. As an emerging transport tycoon, the player constructs stations, airports, harbors and makes money by connecting areas requiring transport services. Construct complex road-rail-water-air networks in the endless game and experience more than 150 year of transportation history. Fulfill the people’s needs and watch cities evolve dynamically. Supply industries with freight, develop complete cargo chains and enable economic growth. Build up a transport empire! Master challenges and get entertained in the campaign game mode. Two campaigns each consisting of ten missions with increasing difficulty can be tackled. Missions of the American and the European campaign tell the historical context of the 19th and 20th century and offer a wide range of real-world transportation challenges. Features: Two game modes: Endless game and campaign mode Over 120 detailed trains, aircrafts, ships, buses, trams and trucks Intuitive yet powerful railroad and street construction Upgradable train and bus stations, airports and harbors European and American campaign with 10 historical missions each Randomly generated, modifiable terrains with realistic dimensions Fully realized European and American game environments Dynamically simulated urban development and passenger movement Sophisticated economy model and freight simulation Content from more than 150 years of transportation history Realistic vehicle simulation, coloring and aging Physically based graphics, lighting and simulation More than 25 challenging achievements Steam Workshop and extensive modding support Platforms: Windows: Windows 7, 8 or 10 (64-bit) Mac: OS X 10.9.5. or higher (64-bit) Linux: Ubuntu 14.04 or higher (64-bit) Minimal system requirements: Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 3.0 GHz Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 or better, ATI Radeon HD 5670 or better, 1 GB VRAM

American Truck Simulator now available for Linux on Steam

Tue, 02 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Friends of Simulations (and Trucks): get excited! The American Truck Simulator is now available for Linux on Steam. Description: Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California and sandy Nevada. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States. Features American Truck Simulator Developed by SCS Software, Developer of the Euro Truck Simulator-Series incl. Nevada DLC und Arizona DLC* (*will be released after official Steam-Release of the DLCs ) Drive huge Trucks through California Typical american landscapes and Cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles or San Diego are waiting to be visited by you Buy a garage, employ drivers and buy Trucks - build your own Corporation Basic-Edition, will be extended further