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Version 1.50 bridges the gap between older, legacy map sectors and the visual standards established in recent DLC expansions.
Reflecting modern real-world trends, 1.50 introduces electric trucks to the game.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2) version 1.50 stands as one of the most substantial technical and structural updates in the history of SCS Software’s flagship trucking simulation. This release goes far beyond standard content drops, introducing foundational engine overhauls, major map reworks, and a completely modernized user interface. The Core Technical Overhaul: Rendering Engine Upgrade ets2 1.50
Fonts and icons are fully vectorized and scaled up, specifically targeting crisp clarity on 2K and 4K displays , alongside better readability on smaller displays.
ETS2 1.50 Map Rework Focus ├── Switzerland (Complete Overhaul) │ ├── Rebuilt from scratch: Geneva, Bern, Zürich │ └── Enhanced alpine realism & pass roads └── Germany (Rhine Region Focus) └── Rebuilt industrial hubs: Dortmund, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Duisburg The Switzerland Rework
The iconic mountain highway features accurate tunnels, viaducts, and regional signage. Germany Rework Progress If you want to fine-tune your settings for
Players will immediately notice a new look before they even turn the key. The user interface has been completely overhauled with a flatter, more modern aesthetic. ETS2: Update 1.50 - The Truck Simulator Wiki
As with any major update, numerous bugs have been addressed to improve overall stability.
The junction layouts, surrounding highway systems, and regional vegetation are entirely redone to capture the true identity of Western Germany's dense highway network. New Content and Driver Additions Feature / Addition Details & Impact This release goes far beyond standard content drops,
The stands as one of the most transformative overhauls in the history of Euro Truck Simulator 2 , completely modernizing the simulator's underlying graphics engine, user interface, and core map layouts . Released by SCS Software on May 14, 2024, version 1.50 laid the critical groundwork for the game's future tech stack by breaking free from years of graphical limitations. 🎨 Next-Gen Visuals: The Renderer Engine Upgrade
The 1.50 update brings a cleaner, more modern . SCS designed this to improve usability and offer a more cohesive feel across the entire game, from the main menu to the navigation screen.
Improved graphic rendering capabilities directly enhance performance stability and visual fidelity across various hardware configurations.
The iconic A40/E25 route from Geneva to Aosta, Italy, has been added, offering breathtaking, challenging routes beneath Mont Blanc.
SCS Software released detailed modding guidelines to help creators adapt. A key warning advised modders to avoid using new experimental "un" (universal) road and prefab assets in their maps, as these were subject to change and could break in future patches. Players seeking a stable modded experience were advised to check for updated versions of their favorite mods or create a clean, unmodded profile to test the new features.