Since the release of Convoy, our native multiplayer mode for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator, we have been making small updates to further improve the players' experience. Today we are excited to share that a much-requested addition has arrived and that is the option to host a dedicated server!
So what are the main differences between hosting a dedicated server and just creating a convoy session through the main menu? One of the biggest advantages of hosting a dedicated server is that your session will always be running, even without any players online (unlike a convoy that needs a host). This means players are free to join the session to continue their job and leave again freely when they need to without worry. You can also run a dedicated server without having any ownership of the game or the DLCs.
Another advantage is that you don't have to run the server on your own machine. You can run the server standalone outside of the Steam client with no user interface on a rented or paid-for server that a hosting company owns. Alternatively, it is also possible to download the tool via the Steam Console Client (or SteamCMD) which is a command-line version of the Steam client. Its primary use is to install and update various dedicated servers available on Steam using a command-line interface.
It is also possible to host multiple instances if you so wish, however, keep in mind your server or system specs when doing this. Another important note we would like to include is that dedicated servers do not handle NAT punching. However, sessions hidden behind NAT can still be found via the direct search function.
If this is your first time setting up or using a dedicated server, we understand things may seem a bit complicated or overwhelming. That's why we've included some documentation (a readme file) in the dedicated server package, which includes information on how to get started and important commands that'll help you get the content you want on your server. We hope that this helps you when it comes to setting up for the first time.
When setting up a dedicated ETS2 or ATS server, it is also important to create a list of 'known players' in the config file, this will give the listed player admin controls, which will provide them with the option to moderate players on the server.
Ready to get going? The Dedicated Server tool is now available for both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator, which you can download for free from the Steam Client. If you don't own the game then the Dedicated Server app will not be displayed in the list of available tools. In this situation, you need to use SteamCMD for installation with the Steam IDs below.
- Euro Truck Simulator 2 Dedicated Server ID = 1948160
- American Truck Simulator Dedicated Server ID = 2239530
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- American Truck Simulator - Linux [20.12 M]
- American Truck Simulator - Steampunk Paint Jobs Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Wheel Tuning Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Arizona
- American Truck Simulator - Steering Creations Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Halloween Paint Jobs Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Christmas Paint Jobs Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Valentine's Paint Jobs Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Heavy Cargo Pack
- American Truck Simulator - New Mexico
- American Truck Simulator - Oregon
- American Truck Simulator - Classic Stripes Paint Jobs Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Special Transport
- American Truck Simulator - Washington
- American Truck Simulator - Forest Machinery
- American Truck Simulator - Utah
- American Truck Simulator - Space Paint Jobs Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Pink Ribbon Charity Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Idaho
- American Truck Simulator - Colorado
- American Truck Simulator - Mack Anthem®
- American Truck Simulator - Freightliner Cascadia® (3r/4th Generation)
- American Truck Simulator - Western Star® 49X
- American Truck Simulator - Wyoming
- American Truck Simulator - Texas
- American Truck Simulator - Cabin Accessories
- American Truck Simulator - Goodyear Tires Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Volvo Construction Equipment
- American Truck Simulator - International LT®
- American Truck Simulator - Retrowave Paint Jobs Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Montana
- American Truck Simulator - International 9900i
- American Truck Simulator - Lode King & Prestige Trailers Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Western Star® 57X
- American Truck Simulator - Oklahoma
- American Truck Simulator - Wild West Paint Jobs Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Kansas
- American Truck Simulator - Western Star® 5700XE
- American Truck Simulator - Volvo VNL
- American Truck Simulator - W900 Tuning Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Nebraska
- American Truck Simulator - Arkansas
- American Truck Simulator - Farm Machinery
- American Truck Simulator - Michelin Fan Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Kenworth T680 2022
- American Truck Simulator - Sports Paint Jobs Pack
- American Truck Simulator - JCB Equipment Pack
- American Truck Simulator - Mack Pinnacle
- American Truck Simulator - Freightliner Cascadia® (The Fifth Generation)
Game mechanics are based on the highly successful model from Euro Truck Simulator 2 and have been expanded with new features, creating the most captivating game experience from SCS Software.
American Truck Simulator puts you in the seat of a driver for hire entering the local freight market, making you work your way up to become an owner-operator, and go on to create one of the largest transportation companies in the United States.
Features
- Drive highly detailed truck models officially licensed from iconic truck manufacturers.
- Your truck is your new home. Make it yours by changing cabins, chassis, paintjobs, adding tuning accessories or more powerful engines.
- Lots of different cargoes to choose: From food to machinery to hazard cargoes.
- Multiple types of trailers – from reefers to flatbeds, from dumpers to lowboys and goosenecks.
- The longest trailers (up to 53 ft) will challenge your skills and patience while hauling and during parking.
- Deliver your cargoes to a rich variety of companies and locations like refineries, oil storage, gas stations, car factories, or roadworks.
- Various simulation settings for trucking enthusiasts: Air brake simulation; different types of brakes: retarder, Jake brake, trailer brake; multiple types of transmissions straight from real trucks, brake intensity, and more.
- Feel like inside a real cabin: Adjust your seat, mirrors and position your head to get the best view of the road.
- Drive safely, follow the rules and speed limits – police will fine you if you aren't careful!
- Ensure that you are not delivering overweight cargo – you may be checked at the weigh scales.
- Use the route adviser as your personal assistant during the travels.
- Try the life of a truck driver for hire. By delivering the cargoes safely and improving your skills, become the owner of your own, successful company!
- Build your own fleet of trucks, buy garages, hire drivers, manage your company for maximum profits.
- Make your trucking time better by listening to your favorite songs via built-in music player or streaming your favorite radio stations.
- Capture your favorite moments with a photo mode offering rich set of editing options.
- Great support for steering wheels, gamepads and other input devices.
- Long-time support of the game, including new features.
- Obtain challenging Steam achievements and collect all hand-painted Steam trading cards.
World of Trucks
Take advantage of additional features of American Truck Simulator by joining our online community on World of Trucks, our center for virtual truckers all around the world interested in Euro Truck Simulator 2, American Truck Simulator and future SCS Software's truck simulators.
- Use in-game Photo Mode to capture the best moments and share them with thousands of people who love trucks.
- Favorite the images you like the most and return to them anytime in the future.
- Discuss the screenshots with everyone using World of Trucks.
- See the best images hand-picked by the game creators in Editor's Pick updated almost every day. Try to get your own screenshot on this list!
- Upload and use your custom avatar and license plate in the game.
- More features coming soon!
To join World of Trucks, simply sign up with your Steam account on the join page. You will need to own American Truck Simulator or Euro Truck Simulator 2 to join World of Trucks.
World of Trucks is an optional service, registration on World of Trucks isn't required to play the game.
- OS: Ubuntu 14.04 64-bit
- Processor: Quad core CPU 3.3 GHzMemory: 8 GB RAM
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD 630 or similar (2GB VRAM)
- Storage: 25 GB available spaceAdditional Notes: Disk Space for American Truck Simulator base game
- OS: Ubuntu 14.04 64-bit
- Processor: Quad core CPU 4.6 GHzMemory: 12 GB RAM
- Memory: 12 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or similar (2 GB VRAM)
- Storage: 25 GB available spaceAdditional Notes: Disk Space for American Truck Simulator base game
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