A compelling idea has emerged from the Euro Truck Simulator 2 community, proposing a feature that could revolutionize gameplay by linking it with American Truck Simulator. This concept, shared with SCS Software support, suggests enabling players to undertake jobs that span both continents, effectively merging the trucking experiences of Europe and America.
The core of this proposition revolves around establishing logistical connections between the two game worlds. One initial idea involves a week-long ferry journey, incurring a substantial cost of approximately $15,000. This significant expense would necessitate strategic financial planning, requiring players to ensure their in-game businesses can withstand the extended period and associated costs, considering factors like driver salaries and loan repayments.
To mitigate the logistical challenges and costs, the suggestion further explores options such as leaving a tractor unit in the departing continent. This would offer a slight discount, reducing the ferry cost to around $12,000. This option would become available after a player has traveled to the other continent and acquired a truck there, encouraging initial exploration and investment in both game worlds. Ultimately, players could have two dedicated tractor units, one in each continent, streamlining cross-continental operations.
Recognizing the inherent unrealism of extended ferry trips for routine jobs, the concept also proposes an alternative: air travel for urgent or high-value cargo. Imagine driving to a major hub like London’s Heathrow and, for a premium fee—perhaps $40,000 to fly to New York’s JFK or $50,000 to Los Angeles LAX—transporting goods across continents in a matter of hours (8-12 hours respectively). This would introduce a faster, albeit more expensive, method for intercontinental transport within Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator.
Addressing potential compatibility issues between the two games, the suggestion thoughtfully considers leveraging the World of Trucks platform. This online service could act as a bridge, facilitating the exchange of job data and ensuring seamless integration of cross-continental gameplay.
The implementation of such a feature promises to significantly enhance both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator, fostering a more interconnected and expansive World of Trucks experience. Furthermore, this framework opens exciting possibilities for future expansions, potentially incorporating other regions like Australia into this global trucking network.
