Details about the new Heart of Russia DLC for Euro Truck Simulation

Euro Truck Simulation 2 will soon let players test the claim that Russian roads are bad in their own game. SCS Software published a blog post about the team's work on the new Heart of Russia DLC. The developers promise that players will be able to experience Russia's entire road infrastructure, from smooth federal highways to bumpy local dirt roads.

The collection of the necessary materials began back in 2018. At the time, when another DLC, Beyond the Baltic Sea, was released, the roads shown in the expansion looked quite old and poorly maintained. However, time passed, and road surfaces were replaced and repaired in some places, so SCS Software promises that this will also be reflected in the game.

The developers also noted that roads in Russia are much better than they are commonly said to be, adding that this mainly applies to federal highways used by freight transport and roads around large cities such as Moscow. Fortunately, players won't be limited to smooth main highways and will also be able to test their skills on local roads, which they will have to drive on more often simply because there will be many more of them in the DLC. It is worth noting that the developers have not overlooked dirt roads either.

The work on road signs deserves a special mention. Overhead signs and dynamic displays have become a new challenge for the developers. Work is also underway on curbs, barriers, and railroad crossings.

An exact release date for Heart of Russia has not yet been announced.