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Isgrimnur wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 11:06 am Dude, they're doing Kansas.

Blackhawk wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 11:13 am

Isgrimnur wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 11:06 am Dude, they're doing Kansas.

That won't take long. The terrain will be what, two, maybe three polygons?

I'd love to see them add a regular car to this, just for the exploration. I know you can mod them in, but I found that fiddly.

em2nought wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 12:38 pm I'll be needing "Windmill Blade Escort Simulator" in the near future.

jztemple2 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 12:51 pm
Wind turbine blades are one of the cargos you can carry already.

jztemple2 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 12:51 pm

Blackhawk wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 11:13 am

Isgrimnur wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 11:06 am Dude, they're doing Kansas.

That won't take long. The terrain will be what, two, maybe three polygons?

I'd love to see them add a regular car to this, just for the exploration. I know you can mod them in, but I found that fiddly.

Having traveled a number of times in and through Kansas, I can you that there is a lot more to it than you think.

You really don't need a car, just drive the tractor without a load. I've gotten my Western Star to close to a hundred

Blackhawk wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 1:13 pm That reminds me - I should check to see if some of the DLC I don't have is on sale.

I'm curious, though, about what happens if you get landlocked (figuratively speaking) DLC? Like Texas without New Mexico, or Montana without Wyoming/Idaho.

While Oklahoma is missing national parks, the state is home to several state parks and recreation areas that showcase the local natural beauty. In the upcoming map expansion, you will have a chance to venture to two wonderful state parks, and in this blog article, we’ll tell you a little bit about them while throwing some amazing screenshots into the mix!

jztemple2 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 3:11 pm And yes, there are a lot of DLC on sale.

Blackhawk wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 4:54 pm

jztemple2 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 3:11 pm And yes, there are a lot of DLC on sale.

Yep. I picked up Montana. I've already got all of the other state DLC with the exception of Texas, and I've picked over the other DLC and gotten what interested me in previous sales. At this point I have everything but the Volvo pack and those cosmetic DLC that didn't appeal to me.

Blackhawk wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 1:03 pm very, very aware of white line fever.

Punisher wrote: ↑Sun Jul 23, 2023 12:49 am Has there been a graphics overhaul or something?
I think I have this but don't remember them being that good.

Also, anyone know if they plan on eventually doing all of mainland US?
I'm also really interested in a NJ DLC to see if I can drive by memory at all. I haven't driven in over a year and a half now.

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

Isgrimnur wrote: ↑Wed Aug 23, 2023 7:37 pm Banning usually works.

jztemple2 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 04, 2023 5:47 pm Picking up a lot of IBC (Intermediate Bulk Container) tanks

Said IBC:

hitbyambulance wrote: ↑Sun Sep 03, 2023 2:45 am it's like this studio knew that Alaska was waaaaaay down in the queue, so they jumped to do this:

jztemple2 wrote: ↑Tue Sep 12, 2023 1:15 pm So Oklahoma was just released and a while ago Kansas was announced as the next state. Today the devs announced the next state after that which will be... Arkansas?

I would have put (someone else's) good money that it would be Nebraska and then heading north from there. But Arkansas... which makes me think after that it will be Louisiana and the rest of the Gulf states.

Our primary goal has always been to balance the quality of new content with the playability of our games on diverse hardware setups. Over the past decade, we've managed to maintain compatibility with a wide range of systems while consistently enhancing both visuals and gameplay. This commitment extends to our main titles, DLCs, and map rework projects.

We'd like to inform you that we're updating our recommended PC specs, particularly for GPU, CPU, and memory, while advocating for a shift from HDD to SSD to significantly enhance performance. The infographic below outlines these changes. We believe our revised requirements are both appropriate and timely for those considering system upgrades.



Remarkably, our hardware requirements have stayed largely consistent since 2012. However, with the advancements in our latest and upcoming content for both ETS2 and ATS, we believe it's time to update our system requirements. These updates clarify the hardware necessary for optimal performance, targeting a gameplay experience of 1080p at 30 FPS on medium to low settings. It is fair to admit that the hardware we previously suggested may no longer deliver this standard with our newer content and upcoming feature enhancements. The graphics card we originally recommended hasn't been available on the market for years, making it impractical as a reference, so updating the recommendations based on more recent hardware is warranted.

Our games will still run on older systems—we don't wish to disappoint our dedicated fans by making their existing hardware obsolete. However, the experience might not consistently meet our 30 FPS benchmark. If this is the case, we recommend adjusting and possibly further lowering the in-game quality settings to improve the framerate.

Technically, these system requirement changes will become relevant with the release of the upcoming 1.48.5 maintenance update. However, we wanted to provide this information now and explain the rationale, as we're about to start updating all game and DLC pages on the Steam store.

As you may know, every update brings excitement and new adventures for players of American Truck Simulator. With the upcoming 1.49 update, we are introducing an awesome addition that will allow players to delve into an unmarked area like never before. Hidden within the vast landscape of Washington, a realistic recreation of the PACCAR Technical Center awaits discovery!



For years, the PACCAR Technical Center has been the epicenter of innovation and development for renowned truck manufacturers, Kenworth and Peterbilt. This facility has been instrumental in testing trucks, powertrains, technologies, and more, and it's where the giants of the trucking industry push the boundaries of what's possible, creating the next generation of iconic trucks.



On our recent trips to the United States, we were fortunate to receive exclusive invitations from PACCAR to visit their Technical Center. While our primary purpose was to conduct sound recording sessions and 3D scanning of both legendary and new truck models, during our interactions with the team at PACCAR, a shared vision emerged. We realized that bringing the PACCAR Technical Center experience to ATS players would be a fantastic opportunity as we wanted to offer players the chance to explore this testing ground, just as we did. And so, with a shared passion for trucking, we set out to recreate this remarkable place in the ATS universe.



In the upcoming ATS 1.49 update, you will have the chance to experience the PACCAR Technical Center firsthand. This realistic 1:1 recreation will offer a glimpse into the world of truck development, and even though the area won't be readily visible on the in-game map and UI, it will be waiting for curious players to discover. But rest assured, intrepid truckers will quickly uncover this hidden treasure once the update lands on Steam.



While the entire area has plenty of interesting bits to explore, we’ve decided to add an extra layer of excitement, a small Easter egg will be parked within the PACCAR Technical Center itself. We challenge you to keep your eyes peeled and see if you can spot this surprise.