American Truck Simulator (2016)

Developer: SCS Software
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Indie, Simulation
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 193,829 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 30 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A calm, immersive road trip simulator where you drive massive trucks across stunning American landscapes, managing deliveries at a relaxed pace.

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What players say

Players call American Truck Simulator a deeply relaxing road trip simulator, but many say the world feels empty and lifeless outside the truck. The base map covers only a few states, and players split on the value of pricey map DLCs. Mods are widely praised for extending the experience.

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