There is nothing like getting behind the wheel of a truck and cruising down highways to deliver cargo inEuro Truck Simulator 2. Getting the full experience of learning to control these large vehicles then being able to enjoy the long drives and chill atmosphere is what really makes the game an enriching simulation.
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Updated on September 6th, 2021, by Chris Birsner:As time goes on, theEuro Truck Simulator 2community continues to grow at a rapid pace. More and more drivers are hitting the road looking to build up their trucking business. While the game itself is an attraction for players, there’s also a lot of people who dive in because of the vast modding community.
Because of the sheer amount of add-ons out there, there is every possible reason for someone to get behind the wheel of a truck. There are also new experiences being created each day by players out there and it’s important to stay on top of the best ETS2 mods that are being put out.
15Real Traffic Density And Ratio
Modby Cipinho
Driving on the open roads can be really relaxing, but sometimes the roads are a bit too relaxing. The “Real Traffic Density And Ratio” mod by Cipinho takes a rational look at the traffic system and implements a new one that makes the most sense while not overloading any games.
According to the mod’s description, it uses “rational spawn numbers” to determine the exact volume of cars depending on the time of day. Rush hour will see more cars around, but the add-on does keep in mind thatETS2doesn’t overload.
13ETS2 Local Radio
Modby Koenvh1
Driving along the open roads can be great, but it’s understandable that people need something good to listen to. To further enhance the game’s immersion, Koenvh1 created a mod called “ETS2 Local Radio” to give players an authentic radio experience.
The mod features broadcasts from 5,000different radio stationsand will broadcast specifically in the areas that they are broadcasting from. This means that players can listen to French radio in France and Swedish radio in Sweden. All of the radio stations provided are available in 20 different languages.
12SiSL’s Mega Pack
Modby SiSL
Being able to customize what kind of truck is driven around is great, but why let the customization stop there? In “SiSL’s Mega Pack,” players will get to customize the place that they will spend the most time in over the course of the game: their truck’s cabin.
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This mod contains over 400 different accessories that can be used to decorate the dashboard as well as the ability to bring along a companion. This can include a fellow human driver or a pet, like a cat or a dog, that will happily go on the adventure with the player.
11BDF Tandem Truck Pack
Modby Flemming V
One of the thrills ofETS2is overcoming the difficulty curve of driving a large vehicle on major roads and making tight turns with it. For an extra challenge, one of the best mods that adds some extra options is the “BDF Tandem Truck Pack.”
A mod by Flemming V, the pack adds an additional 17 trucks to the game that range in brands from Volvo to Scania. Plus, there are 120 chassis, 310 cargo body boxes, and 27 tandem trailers. There are also a few additional trailers that are invisible, letting players drive around with just the truck itself.
10RusMap
Modby aldimator
A common mod in theEuro Truck Simulator 2community ismap expansionsthat add more areas for players to drive around and experience as they travel across Europe. One of the popular mods out there is an expansion to Russia called “RusMap.”
Created by the user aldimator, the mod adds 63 different cities across the large country and 25 cities in the Republic of Belarus. There is a great level of detail to this mod that includes some small towns sprinkled across the large road system that has been created.
9Google Maps Navigation
Modby Sinagrit Baba
Euro Truck Simulator 2has a navigation system that will get players from point A to point B without much trouble, but maybe it’ll be easier to navigate with something more familiar to drivers in real life? Another mod by Sinagrit Baba, this add-on makes the truck’s GPS sync up with Google Maps.
This means that the UI for the map is completely reworked to look like the software most people on the road are familiar with. There are also some subtle settings that can be tinkered with, such as brightness and the position of the speed limit on the screen.
8Paris Rebuild
Modby Grimes
While some go out of their way to implement mods that include vast additions and changes to countries, sometimes it is the focuson a single citythat can make a world of difference. This is the case in Grimes' “Paris Rebuild” mod.
The mod not only fixes and re-opens roads that were closed off but also implements some new roads as well. In addition, the mod implements some classic Paris monuments such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame. The France DLC is obviously required to enjoy this mod.
7City Lighting
Being on the road at night can be a bit scary, but at least the streets are lit up for players to see where they are going, Of course, it would be nice if these lights were a bit more realistic looking overall. SiSL makes their second appearance on the list with their mod “City Lighting.”
Simply put, the mod adds some natural color to the existing street lights that are in the game. Specifically, players may notice the more orangey hue that may emit while driving on city side roads. The creator does warn that the mod may not work with other map expansion mods.
6Realistic Graphics Mod
Modby Frkn64
The game itself is rather nice looking, but Euro Truck Simulator 2 can always usea glow-up or two. One of the best aesthetically pleasing mods is the “Realistic Graphics Mod” by Frkn64. Among the many changes this add-on makes is adding 70 kinds of high-quality sky textures, 30 kinds of realistic road textures, and more realistic weather conditions.
The game also adds overall enhancements to the graphics such as adding new light flares, new special effects, and simple adjustments to the overall brightness, shadows, and colors of the game.
