Ets2 1.50 Jun 2026
The Germany Rework project continues beyond the Rhine-Ruhr region, with more German areas scheduled for future updates. Additionally, the Scandinavia Refresh project is likely to receive attention in upcoming versions, suggesting that SCS Software remains committed to bringing older map areas up to modern quality standards.
The most immediate impact of 1.50 is the transformation of Germany. The German map was the starting point for many veterans, but by modern standards, it had become a digital relic. The "Rework" project, culminating here, reimagines the cities like Hannover and Dortmund. No longer are they flat, empty spaces; they are intricate, dense urban environments. This closes the quality gap between paid expansions and the base game, ensuring a seamless experience for newcomers.
: Improvements were made to cabin systems, such as the behavior of automatic light systems in tunnels or changing weather. Map and Discoverability
The new UI scales flawlessly across 1080p, 1440p, and 4K monitors without text blurring or icon misalignment. Fleet Expansion and Vehicle Options ets2 1.50
With major updates come compatibility considerations for the vibrant modding community, and version 1.50 is no exception.
Light rendering is mathematically streamlined. The game engine handles multiple independent light sources (such as oncoming truck headlights, street lamps, and neon signs) with a significantly lower performance cost.
The shift toward modern rendering techniques adjusts the hardware baseline for stable performance. Minimum Requirement Recommended Specification Windows 10 64-bit Windows 10/11 64-bit CPU Intel Core i5-6400 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 Intel Core i5-10600K / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X RAM GPU NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD RX 580 (4GB VRAM) NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 (6GB VRAM) Storage SSD Highly Recommended SSD Mandatory The Germany Rework project continues beyond the Rhine-Ruhr
: Recommended speeds on warning signs are for cars. In a truck, take 5-10 kph off that speed (10-15 if wet) to avoid flipping top-heavy loads.
: Some textures or lighting might appear incorrectly due to the renderer changes. Mod Incompatibility
A new lane assistance feature has been implemented, compatible with various control methods including keyboards, gamepads, and steering wheels. Multiple modes are available for different driving preferences, enhancing driver assistance capabilities for those who want extra help staying in their lanes during long hauls. The German map was the starting point for
If you play vanilla or use only sound/particle mods: ETS2 1.50 is the best-looking version of the game ever released.
[Base Map Regions] ──> [Switzerland Overhaul] ──> Full rework of Alps, cities, and road networks. ──> [Germany Rework] ──> Continued Autobahn expansions and updates. Switzerland Rework