After 13 years, Euro Truck Simulator 2 smashes its all-time concurrent player peak on Steam by dropping two DLCs with, let me check my notes here, more Europe and more trucks

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Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:38:22 +0000

Euro Truck Simulator 2 has achieved a new all-time peak of 72,678 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing its previous record after 13 years since its release. This surge is attributed to the launch of two new DLCs: Nordic Horizons, featuring northern Scandinavia, and Forest Machinery, which adds new equipment for players to haul. The game's appeal lies in its realism and the meditative experience of driving through scenic landscapes.

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Euro Truck Simulator 2 has reached a new peak of 72,686 concurrent players on Steam, fueled by the release of two new DLC packs: Nordic Horizons, which adds 40 new Scandinavian cities and scenic routes, and the Forest Machinery pack, introducing new forestry equipment. The game is currently 75% off, making it more accessible, but the surge is attributed more to community support and the recent expansions than the discount alone.

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Euro Truck Simulator 2 has achieved a new concurrent player record on Steam, reaching 72,678 players, the highest since its launch over 13 years ago. This surge is likely due to the recent release of the Nordic Horizons DLC and the Forest Machinery equipment expansion. The game has consistently seen an increase in player count, allowing players to manage a trucking business across various European locations with extensive DLC content.

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Euro Truck Simulator 2 reached a new peak of 72,678 concurrent players on Steam, thirteen years after its release in October 2012. This surge is attributed to two new DLC packs, Nordic Horizons and the Forest Machinery expansion, which enhance the game's exploration of Scandinavia. The game has maintained its popularity with 'Overwhelmingly Positive' reviews and offers an Ultimate Edition bundle that includes the base game and 34 expansions.