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Euro Truck Simulator 2 is #39 on Steam with a 24h peak of 44,674; 17,112 playing when sampled at 23:40 UTC. Latest official patch in our feed: Euro Truck Simulator 2: 1.62 Update Open Beta (Oct 22, 2026). As of Oct 22, 2026.

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· Steam · Official

Euro Truck Simulator 2: 1.62 Update Open Beta

We’re excited to share that the 1.62 Open Beta for Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for players to try out. If you decide to join the beta, we’d really appreciate it if you report any bugs or issues you encounter in the appropriate section of our official forums. Your…

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Data from Steam · Last updated Oct 22, 2026 · Refreshed daily

Steam rank
#39
24h peak
45K
Steam weekly chart change
−4 places

Weekly change is vs last week on Steam's chart. History below compares exact dates in our recorded snapshots.

Latest updates & patch notes

25+ English-language official updates in the last 90 days (Steam returns up to 25 announcements; this is a lower bound).

  1. Patch Steam · Official

    Euro Truck Simulator 2: 1.62 Update Open Beta

    We’re excited to share that the 1.62 Open Beta for Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for players to try out. If you decide to join the beta, we’d really appreciate it if you report any bugs or issues you encounter in the appropriate section of our official forums. Your…

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    Official Patch / Release posts · 2026-10-22 UTC

  3. News Steam · Official

    UK Rework: Edinburgh

    Get the Irn Bru chilled, grab yourself a Tunnock’s, and get ready for a wee trip north of the border! Today, we’re buzzing to give you your first proper look at Edinburgh as part of our ongoing UK Rework project for Euro Truck Simulator 2. So, nae messing about, let’s get stuck…

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  4. Patch Steam · Official

    1.62 Update: DAF XG+ Emerald, Sapphire & 30 Years in Czechia Editions

    We’re excited to share a closer look at three new editions of the DAF XG+ coming to Euro Truck Simulator 2 with the 1.62 Update! Featuring distinctive paint jobs, exclusive exterior accessories, and specially designed interiors, the Emerald, Sapphire, and 30 Years in Czechia…

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  5. Event Steam · Official

    Return to Brackenreach Event

    Tonight the Autumn veil grows thin, A portal swirls, and from within The land of Brackenreach you hear The Witches calling, crystal clear. They beckon you to help once more, And welcome you upon their shore. With fire, earth and air they say, “Three gifts await along the way!”…

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  6. News Steam · Official

    Iceland: Gameplay Preview

    Today, we're excited to share the first gameplay video from the upcoming Iceland DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2! Join us as we explore some of the incredible landscapes that await you on the road. Take a seat and join us for a drive through Iceland's beautiful scenery. Starting…

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  7. News Steam · Official

    Poznan Game Arena 2026

    We are excited to announce that SCS Software will be heading to Poznań Game Arena 2026, taking place from 23rd to 25th October in Poznań, Poland! If you're attending this year's event, be sure to stop by and visit us in Hall 5, Booth 56, where we'll be bringing a selection of…

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  8. News Steam · Official

    Coaches: Scania Touring Gameplay Preview

    It’s time to hit the road! Today, we’re excited to share a gameplay preview from the upcoming Coaches DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2, showcasing the Scania Touring as we take a journey through the stunning landscapes of northern Norway. In this gameplay video, we’ll be driving…

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  9. Patch Steam · Official

    1.62 Update: Improved Material System

    The Improved Material System continues to make its way across our truck line-up! With the upcoming 1.62 update for Euro Truck Simulator 2 & American Truck Simulator, two more trucks will benefit from this upgrade, bringing further visual refinements to their interiors. We hope…

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  10. Patch Steam · Official

    Euro Truck Simulator 2 - 1.62 Update: New Garages

    Today, we bring you news from the upcoming 1.62 update for Euro Truck Simulator 2. As part of this update, we will be introducing new truck garage models across the map! We already gave the truck garages in American Truck Simulator a refresh with the 1.58 update, and now it is…

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  11. News Steam · Official

    Coaches: Tourist Jobs

    In one of our previous blogs, we gave you a closer look at the Quick Jobs and Contract Jobs you will be able to take on with Coaches when the DLC releases. But these won't be the only opportunities available to you. Today, we'd like to tell you more about Tourist Jobs! Tourist…

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  12. News Steam · Official

    SCS On The Road: Gamescom 2026 Aftermovie

    In today's episode of SCS On The Road, we take a look back at our participation at this year's Gamescom. Take a look at how it went! This year, at the end of August, we once again took part in Gamescom in Cologne, Germany! We had a booth with six PC stations and two of our 4D…

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  13. News Steam · Official

    Pinktober 2026

    Every October, people around the world come together to raise awareness of breast cancer and show their support for those affected by it. Pinktober is a time to stand united, share important information, and remind ourselves and others of the importance of taking care of our…

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  14. Patch Steam · Official

    Euro Truck Simulator 2: 1.61 Update Release

    We are excited that the 1.61 update for Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now officially released and available on Steam! We hope you will enjoy all the new features, which you can read about in more detail below. We would like to thank everyone who took part in the open beta phase and…

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  15. Patch Steam · Official

    Euro Truck Simulator 2: 1.61 Update Open Beta

    We're happy to announce that the Open Beta for the 1.61 update for Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for players to try out and test. If you choose to participate, we'd greatly appreciate any feedback, bug reports, or issues you encounter being shared in the appropriate…

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  16. Patch Steam · Official

    1.61 Update: Improved Material System Update

    Today, we bring good news to our #BestCommunityEver! With the upcoming 1.61 update, the improved material system will be implemented on three additional trucks, so read on to find out more! We first introduced the improved material system with the 1.60 update, when it was added…

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Last 14 days on Steam

Tracked since Aug 13, 2026 · best observed rank #30 (Sep 28, 2026) · 65 recorded days.

As of . 27 of the last 30 days recorded.

Rank changes compare with our own dated snapshots: the 7-day figure is vs our snapshot 7 days ago. Steam’s weekly chart comparison uses a separate source.

Rank vs yesterday
Unchanged
Rank vs 7 days ago
Down 3 places
Rank vs 30 days ago
Down 3 places
30-day best peak
59,081
30-day average peak
49,396
24-hour player peaks · min 44,674 · max 59,081 players · gaps are not interpolated
Last 14 calendar days · rank and 24-hour concurrent player peak
Date (UTC)Rank24h peak
No snapshot
#3944,674
#3946,471
#3559,081
#3355,333
#3551,379
No snapshot
#3646,366
No snapshot
#3652,514
#3458,618
#3555,338
#3651,004
#3748,960

27 peak samples in the 30-day average. Missing, excluded and unobserved days are not counted; chart absence does not prove zero players.

Game overview

Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.

Steam rank
#39 ▼
Peak (24h)
45K
Genre
Indie, Simulation
Developer
SCS Software
Released
Oct 12, 2012
Price
$19.99
Metacritic
79
Recommendations
792K

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About Euro Truck Simulator 2

Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore from the UK, Belgium, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, and many more, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits. If you’ve got what it takes to be part of an elite trucking force, get behind the wheel and prove it! Key Features: Transport a vast variety of cargo across more than 60 European cities. Run your own business which continues to grow even as you complete your freight deliveries. Build your own fleet of trucks, buy garages, hire drivers, manage your company…

Game details

System requirements (minimum)
Minimum: OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i5-6400 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or similar Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 or AMD Radeon RX 460 or Intel HD 630 (2GB VRAM) Hard Drive: 25 GB available space (Euro Truck Simulator 2 base game)
Languages
English, German, French, Italian, Korean, Spanish - Spain, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Portuguese - Portugal, Polish, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish, Hungarian, Czech, Romanian, Turkish…
DLC
108 available on Steam
Official site
eurotrucksimulator2.com/

Frequently asked questions

Is Euro Truck Simulator 2 free to play?
Euro Truck Simulator 2 is listed at $19.99 on Steam.
What is the latest Euro Truck Simulator 2 update?
The most recent official update in our feed is "Euro Truck Simulator 2: 1.62 Update Open Beta" (Oct 22, 2026), categorized as Patch. We’re excited to share that the 1.62 Open Beta for Euro Truck Simulator 2 is now available for players to try out. If you decide to join the beta, we’d really appreciate it if you report any bugs or issues you encounter in the appropriate section of our official forums. Your…
How many people play Euro Truck Simulator 2?
Euro Truck Simulator 2 is #39 on Steam with a 24h peak of 44,674; 17,112 playing when sampled at 23:40 UTC. Latest official patch in our feed: Euro Truck Simulator 2: 1.62 Update Open Beta (Oct 22, 2026). As of Oct 22, 2026.
When was Euro Truck Simulator 2 released?
Euro Truck Simulator 2 was released on Oct 12, 2012 by SCS Software.
What kind of game is Euro Truck Simulator 2?
Euro Truck Simulator 2 is a Indie, Simulation game, featuring single-player, multi-player, co-op.

24-hour peak player counts and update notes are pulled from Steam's public data and refreshed daily (last refresh: Oct 22, 2026). Official announcements and third-party reporting are labelled separately; follow the source links for full notes. Euro Truck Simulator 2 and all related assets are trademarks of their respective owners.