A driving simulation game focusing on delivering cargo in realistic American trucks and environments, spanning hundreds of miles across western US states like California, Arizona, and Nevada.
American Truck Simulator is a truck driving and cargo delivery simulation game developed and published by SCS Software. It was released in February 2016 for PC on Steam. ATS allows players to experience the life of an American trucker, delivering various cargos across realistically modeled western U.S. states and cities.
In the game, players choose one of many American branded trucks models like Peterbilt, Kenworth, or Freightliner. They can customize their trucks with upgrades and accessories, then hire drivers and manage their trucking business. Players pick up cargo from various locations including ports, industrial areas, farms, etc. and navigate highways, small towns, gas stations, rest stops, weigh stations, and inspection points to deliver them. The wide variety of cargos include everyday consumer goods, foods, cars, heavy machinery, and more.
The map in ATS spans over 12,000 miles of roads and highways spread across 5 western states so far: California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Oregon, with more states planned in future updates. The environments and locations are impressively detailed featuring recognizable landmarks and accurate highway systems. Players need to watch their speed, obey traffic rules, manage fatigue, refuel regularly or face potential penalties that affect their profits.
ATS features realistic driving physics, dynamic weather including rain, snow, fog, customizable controls, and online multiplayer with support for player hosted dedicated servers. With its meticulous recreation of American landscapes and trucks, detailed simulation mechanics, expansive scale and active modding community, American Truck Simulator offers an appealing fantasy for aspiring truckers or anyone who loves the open road.