Experience Europe behind the wheel in Euro Truck Simulator 2
Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2) is the most popular and realistic truck simulator on the market. You start as a driver with a single truck and build your own haulage company—making deliveries across Europe. As the game evolves, it now also lets you drive in Danish cities like Aarhus and Copenhagen.
The game has achieved cult status among simulation fans and continues to receive frequent updates, including the Scandinavia Refresh, which now includes Aarhus in the official world.
Top 5 tips for Euro Truck Simulator 2
Invest in fuel-efficient engines and comfort so you get more out of your runs and feel less tired on long deliveries.
It can pay to take a loan early to expand your fleet, but be careful—interest can become a burden if you don’t keep an eye on it.
The modding community adds everything from realistic Danish road signs and new trucks to improved routes and weather conditions.
DLCs like Scandinavia and Beyond the Baltic Sea open up new cities, roads, and opportunities—and significantly extend the game’s lifespan.
On long highways, cruise control makes your drive easier and more fuel-efficient—especially when paired with the speed limit display.
Gameplay and features
ETS2 isn’t just about driving a truck—it’s about running the entire business behind it. You must keep to schedules, manage fuel, maintain your vehicles, and expand your fleet with employees and new trucks.
Key features:
- Visit over 70 European cities
- Buy, upgrade, and customize your own trucks
- Realistic highways, ferry routes, and weather
- Dynamic economy and the freedom to choose deliveries
- Extensive DLCs and modding support
Danish content and the Aarhus update
SCS Software has just announced a free update to the Scandinavia DLC, where Aarhus is being added with realistic road networks, buildings, and harbor areas. That makes ETS2 even more relevant for Danish players. Copenhagen, Odense, and Esbjerg are already included—but Aarhus is the cherry on top for Danish players.
Graphics and realism
ETS2 delivers a visual experience that keeps improving. Traffic, weather, city environments, and the trucks themselves are recreated with high accuracy. The game also supports 4K, HDR, and advanced graphics technology through mods and updates.
Comparison with 18 Wheels of Steel
ETS2 is effectively the successor to 18 Wheels of Steel – Across America, but surpasses it in almost every way. While 18WOS is nostalgic and simple, ETS2 delivers depth and realism that few simulation games can match.
| Feature | 18 Wheels of Steel | Euro Truck Simulator 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Geography | USA | Europe (incl. Denmark) |
| Graphics | Outdated | Modern with updates |
| Economy | Simple | Advanced company management |
| Modding | Almost none | Thousands of mods |
| Still updated? | No | Yes, ongoing updates |
