Overwhelmingly Positive(97%)
Relaxing driving
Scenic routes
Truck customization
Mod support
Multiplayer convoys
Slow-paced gameplay
Repetitive deliveries
Progression grind
Wheel and VR setup
Map expansions
Traffic AI
Crashes and bugs
DLC costs
Outdated regions
Sentiment is strongly positive: players especially value relaxing long-haul driving, scenic European routes, and customization and multiplayer. The main recurring drawbacks are erratic traffic AI and occasional technical issues. The slow delivery loop and the cost and uneven quality of map expansions are not appealing to every player.
Positive Points
Players overwhelmingly enjoy the calm, low-pressure rhythm of hauling cargo across Europe. Many describe it as a way to unwind after work, listen to music or podcasts, and escape everyday stress.The driving experience feels immersive and convincing to many reviewers, especially with a steering wheel, force feedback, VR, or driving aids and difficulty settings tailored to personal preference.Scenery, weather, night drives, detailed trucks, and the ability to visit many European regions make long journeys rewarding for players who enjoy exploration and sightseeing.There is plenty to work toward through buying and customizing trucks, taking jobs, leveling skills, and expanding a trucking business. The game also supports many play styles, from casual deliveries to stricter simulation.Workshop mods, map expansions, Convoy, and community multiplayer such as TruckersMP add variety and give players reasons to return. Reviewers also praise the developers for continuing to update the game years after release.Many consider the base game good value, particularly when discounted, and report that it runs well across a range of hardware and platforms, including some Linux and Mac setups.Negative Points
The slow, repetitive delivery loop is not for everyone; some players find long drives boring, tedious, or sleepy, particularly if they want constant action.Traffic AI is often criticized for erratic or unrealistic behavior, including collisions and poor driving around junctions. Some players also find fines and road rules frustrating.The map is uneven in quality: older regions can look dated beside newer expansions, and some reviewers want larger, more distinctive cities and more varied roads.Several players report crashes, save or mod-related problems, control issues, and update-related annoyances such as reset key bindings. Some also mention performance or setup difficulties, especially with VR, wheels, or Steam Deck.Paid map and cargo DLC can make the full experience expensive, and some feel the base map or progression is limited without expansions. A few also describe company growth and earning money as grindy.Some long-time players want more attention to core improvements, such as better traffic, a refreshed engine, deeper simulation details, and fixes for aging content; isolated reviews also report poor customer support.Mixed Points
The deliberately unhurried driving is a major strength for players seeking a calming experience, but the same pace and repeated point-to-point deliveries can feel dull to players who want variety or action.Realistic rules, fines, fatigue, and driving challenges add immersion, but can also become frustrating. Players can adjust many settings, though controls and difficulty may take time to configure.The map keeps growing and newer areas are often praised for their scenery, while older sections can feel visibly outdated and map access is partly tied to paid DLC.Customization, progression, and business management give players long-term goals, but the economy can require substantial grinding and the company-management side feels shallow to some.Mods and multiplayer can greatly extend the experience, but they are optional add-ons and some players encounter compatibility or stability problems with mods.Wheel and VR setups can make driving especially immersive, but they may require extra configuration; keyboard play is less comfortable for some, and VR performance and integration are criticized.Common Themes
A relaxing, meditative driving experience is the most consistent reason players recommend the game.Long journeys through scenic European routes pair naturally with music, radio, podcasts, or conversation with friends.The appeal depends heavily on enjoying slow-paced trucking; the same routine that relaxes fans can bore players seeking action.Players value the detailed trucks, driving feel, adjustable simulation settings, and optional steering-wheel support.Map expansions, mods, customization, and multiplayer provide variety, while DLC pricing and the aging quality of some regions draw criticism.Many reviewers appreciate SCS Software's ongoing support, while also asking for fixes and modernization of traffic, older maps, performance, and core systems.Updated 11/11/2026, 12:03:24 AM UTC
