SCS Software’s blog: Convoy FAQ
In our latest 1.41 update for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator, we introduced Convoy! Convoy is a new multiplayer game mode where players can set up and host their own private sessions (password optional) to drive with their friends or other fellow truckers. With synchronized AI traffic, time and weather, and the ability to take the same job as other players, lots of you have been enjoying trucking together.
However, we know that many of you still have questions about Convoy, which is why we are bringing this blog post with answers to the most frequently asked questions across our social media channels.
Will the maximum players limit be increased?
Eventually, yes. Convoy currently allows you to create and host an online session with up to 8 players. We expect to be able to raise the player limit in the future, however, we are keeping it small at this time due to its work-in-progress nature. There are important performance optimizations as well as better moderation tools under development that we would like to have in place first before increasing the limit.
Will there be MOD support in Convoy?
Eventually, yes. We are looking into supporting third-party modifications in Convoy multiplayer sessions. While it’s not technically so difficult to connect players with an identical set of mods, there are many potential problems to handle when it comes to coming up with a safe and robust way to synchronize sessions of players joining in with different mods, and then back again when they wish to revert to the previous state to continue playing with their regular player profile.
How do I add someone to my friends that I enjoyed driving with?
You can add someone you played with recently on Convoy via the Steam client or overlay. Just click on the view tab (or view players in the Steam overlay), then on players. This will bring up a list of players you recently played with and a link to their profiles.
Another alternative way of adding them would be to ask for their Steam friend code, which allows you to add them with ease! Simply open your friends list and click on the ‘Add Friend’ located on the right-hand side of the top bar.
This will take you to you a page that will show your unique Friend code and a space to enter another person’s code, which will send them a friend request!
I can’t see my friend’s hosted session.
Make sure you are friends on Steam and that you both have the latest version of the game updated and that you are all set to online on your Steams friend list.
A possible reason you may not see a friend’s hosted session is that you can only see sessions that are hosted in the same region as you. This means you may not be able to see a friend’s hosted session if they live very far away from you. To join a distant friend’s session, you may need to change your Steam download region to match theirs, which will allow you to view hosted sessions in that region. To do this, follow this handy guide!
If you know your friend’s sessions name, you can search globally for the session by using the search bar found above the session list. This should bring up your friend’s session no matter their region.
Make sure to search for the session name exactly as it is written, including any symbols, numbers, punctuation, and abbreviations.
Additionally, you may not be able to see full sessions.
Dedicated servers, can we host them?
There is no option to host a dedicated server yet, however it is something we are looking into providing potentially in the future.
What about map DLCs, do all players need to own the same ones?!
No! Players do not need to own any DLC in order to join the Convoy multiplayer mode. However, just remember that you will not be able to see or drive in DLC map areas if you do not own them yourself.
Can I turn off the nametags of other players?
Yes! You can use the default hotkey of ‘Z’ to enable and disable nametags in Convoy! If you wish to change this hotkey, you can do so in the options found in your main menu. It even works when using the photo studio to take a group photo together!
Is there a speed limit in Convoy mode?
Convoy sessions have the option of setting a speed limit ON for the entire session by default.
However, hosts have the option of turning this off, if they so wish to. In that case, the speed limiter will follow your local settings. Just remember that World of Trucks contracts enforce the speed limit on all jobs, regardless of the option set by the host.
Do I have to download the Convoy update if I am not planning on playing it?
Convoy is a game feature available since version 1.41, it is not a separate update line. Of course, it’s totally up to you whether you use the feature or not.
There may be valid reasons for players to stay with an older version of the game, perhaps temporarily until a mod important to them catches up, and for this reason, we are providing branches of important previous updates of our games on Steam. By default, Steam updates the games automatically, so you may consider opting out of these automatic updates if this is a concern. However, please note that all further updates to both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator will contain the Convoy multiplayer feature.
This means that if you do not plan on updating, you will not get any further updates, content, and fixes and that version 1.40 will be your final stop.
If you want to use and play on the Convoy multiplayer mode, you MUST be on the latest version of the game (1.41 or higher).
I am constantly having FPS problems in Convoy mode only.
The Convoy multiplayer mode is more demanding than single-player because it renders a higher number of player trucks. Because of this, it is normal to experience a lower frames per second (FPS). However, if your FPS numbers are suspiciously low, reach out to our support email at [email protected] with a detailed description of your problem.
Our programmers are pursuing several lines of optimizations to improve performance overall and also in multiplayer-specific context, but it may take several more game updates until these code improvements are ready.
Does the session have to end if the hosting player leaves?
Yes, as soon as the host of the session leaves, the server will be closed and this will disconnect all players from the server.
If this happens unexpectedly, do not panic, as you will be greeted with options to proceed with the progress you’ve made in the session, or to revert it if you so wish to (for reasons such as the loss of in-game currency, damage, or other progress reasons).
Note that if you accept the progress, you will remain wherever you were when the session ended, effectively finding yourself back in singleplayer mode. From there, you can once again create a new session and continue with either the same or a different group of people if you wish to do so.
How can I unban someone who I banned in the Convoy session?
If you wish to unban players, you need to go into your «profiles» folder in the respective ATS/ETS2 folders in documents, select the exact profile where the ban happened and find a text file called «banlist». Open the file with a text editor and remove the line with the banned user. You will have to restart the Convoy session afterward.
Is Convoy a form of peer-to-peer gaming?
While the Convoy sessions are hosted by the players themselves, one player always works as a server and therefore acts as a junction for other players.
Everyone else communicates with this particular server in the end. More specifically it is the usual client-server communication layout with all clients having authority over specific objects.
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We hope this answers the majority of the most frequently asked questions by our community about Convoy! We love seeing you drive and deliver together and we hope to see more of your photos & video content shared with us on our social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram). Happy Trucking!
American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Sim 2 servers now available!
If you’re a fan of perusing the American and European landscape from the seat of a massive delivery truck, how does organizing a convoy sound? Grab your friends and co-workers for a quick delivery request betwixt the cities of different continents. Many people find enjoyment in a casual joy ride, and what’s better than a road trip with the boys?
With many customization mechanics alongside a massive driving area in each game, longtime truck simulator players will find themselves right at home in American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2.
Fulfill a large variety of requests while continually upgrading your truck to your heart’s content. Shockbyte is proud to provide your exploration with friends across two unique places!
Euro Simulator 2 Multiplayer Server
With Euro Truck Simulator 2 regularly having over 50,000 concurrent players, it’s no wonder players would be eager to make deliveries together. Forming convoys and taking jobs together with friends allows players to form tightly knit convoys as you travel from region to region. While many players regularly play the game as intended, the simulator allows for a wide variety of silly-ness to ensure in multiplayer sessions as well.
One of the original mods making American Truck Sim and Euro Truck Sim 2 multiplayer is entitled TruckersMP, and has over 4 million registered users. Current TruckersMP player counts regularly hover around 4,000 players giving all the more reason to start your own server to share with friends. Grab up to 8 of your best drivers and begin your journey cross-country, across days and nights.
American Truck Simulator Online
Not only are you and 8 friends able to tackle the country of your choice’s landscape together, but Shockbyte servers are incredibly happy to offer additional modding capabilities! If you see any quality of life changes, or major overhaul mods that interest you and your group of truckers, feel free to throw them into the mix! With 8 players travelling the planet it could feel like a Truck Simulator MMO.
For new Truckers, what’s the point of Truck Simulator?
Truck Simulator is a truck driving game where you can simulate the life of a trucker delivering goods across long distances. Featuring many well known Truck brands and areas in the real world, fans of trucking or travel will find themselves in love with games of this caliber.
This series combines many relaxing landscapes and sounds perfectly emulating a casual drive across the countryside. Choose your own delivery contracts and truck parts completely customizing every single trip you make.
About Shockbyte
Shockbyte is a game server host for Euro Truck Simulator 2, Minecraft, American Truck Simulator, and more.
Do you want to start your own Euro Truck Sim 2 or American Truck Sim dedicated server? Click here to view our game server hosting plans.
Truck and Dump Truck Games on PC (List) | Simulators
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SnowRunner — Overview
Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PS4 Release Date: 2020 Genres: Simulation, First Person, Third Person,
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Euro Truck Simulator 2 — Road to the Black Sea Review
Platforms: PC, Mac, Linux Release Date: 2019 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person, Third Person
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Transport Fever 2 — Review
Platforms: PC, Linux Release Date: 2019 Genres: Strategy, Simulation, Building, Global, Economic, Sandbox, City Building Categories: Management, Truckers,
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Truck Driver — Review
Platforms: PC, Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One Release Date: 2019Genres: Casual, Indie, Third Person Categories: Truckers, Trucks, Trucks, Dinosaurs
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Dakar 18 — Overview
Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One Release Date: 2018 Genres: Racing, Simulation, Open World , From the first
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Crossout — Overview
Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One Release Date: 2017 Genres: Action, Shooter, Racing, Craft, Building, Survival, Outdoor
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TransRoad: USA — Review
Platforms: PC, Mac Release Date: 2017 Genres: Simulation, Strategy, Real Time, Global, Economic, Casual Categories:
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On The Road — Overview
Platforms: PC, Mac Release Date: 2017 Genres: Simulation, Casual, Open World, First Person, By
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MudRunner — Overview
Platforms: PC , Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch Release Date: 2017 Genres: Simulation, First Person,
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Arctic Trucker Simulator Review
Platforms: PC, Mac, Linux Release Date: 2016 Genres: Simulation, Arcade, Open world, From
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P. Offroad Legends Review
Platforms: Android Release Date: 2016 Genres: Simulation, Atmospheric, First Person, Third Person Categories: Driving,
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War Truck Simulator Review
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2016 Genres: Simulation, Action, Indie. Multiplayer Categories: Driving, Off-Road, Trucks,
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American Truck Simulator Review
Platforms: PC, Mac, Linux Release Date: 2016 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person,
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O3DX — Overview
Platforms: PC, Mac Release Date: 2016 Genres: Indie, Arcade, Racing, Atmospheric, Sports, Action, S
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SPINTIRES — Overview Platforms:
Released: 2014 Genres: Simulation, Offroad, Physics, Multiplayer, Open World, Co-op, Atmospheric
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Driving School Simulator Review
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2014 Genres: Simulation, Casual, Open World, First Time faces, from
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Extreme Roads USA — Overview
Platforms: PC, Mac Release Date: 2014 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person, From
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Arctic Trucker: The Simulation — Overview
Platforms : PC Release Date: 2014 Genres: Simulation, Arcade, Open World, First Person,
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Truck Racer Review
Platforms: PC, PS3, Xbox 360 Release Date: 2013 Genres: Action, Racing, Arcade , Third person Categories: Truckers,
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Heavyweight Transport Simulator 3 — Overview
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2013 Genres: Simulation, Casual, Open World, First Person, Third Person Categories:
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Car Transporter 2013 — Overview
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2013 Genres: Simulation, Casual, Open World, First Person, Third Person Categories:
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Australian Road Trains Overview
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2013 Genres: Simulation , Casual, Open World, First-Person, Third-Person Categories:
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Euro Truck Simulator 2 — Overview
Platforms: PC, Mac, Linux Release Date: 2012 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person,
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Scania Truck Driving Simulator — Overview
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2012 Genres: Simulation, Indie, Multiplayer, Open World, Action Categories: Truckers, Trucks,
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Insane 2 Review
Platforms: PC, Xbox 360 Release Date: 2011 Genres: Arcade , Simulation, Racing, Atmospheric, Sports, First
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18 Wheels of Steel: Extreme Trucker 2 — Overview
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2011 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person, Third Person
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Trucks & Trailers — Overview
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2011 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person, Parking Categories:
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German Truck Simulator — Review
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2010 Genres: Simulation, Open World, Indie, First Person, By
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UK Truck Simulator — Review
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2010 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person, Third Person
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Truckers 3 : Big Race Review
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2010 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person, From third
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Tankwagen-Simulator 2011 — Review
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2010 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person, Third Person
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Fuel — Review
Platforms: PC, PS3 , Xbox 360 Release Date: 2009 Genres: Arcade, Simulation, Racing, Open World,
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18 Wheels of Steel: Extreme Trucker Review
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2009 Genres: Simulation, Open World, From first person, third person
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Truckers 3 : America Conquest — Overview
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2009 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person, Third Person
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Transportando o Brasil — Overview
Platforms: 900 PC Release Date: 2009 Genres: Simulation, Open World, Indie, First Person, From
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Big Mutha Truckers 2 Truck Me Harder Review
Platforms: PC, Xbox, PS2 Release Date: 2009 Genres: Arcade , Open World, Casual, From third
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Euro Truck Simulator — Overview
Platforms: PC, Mac Release Date: 2008 Genres: Simulation, Open World, Indie, First Person,
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18 Wheels of Steel: American Long Haul — Overview
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2007 Genres: Simulation, Open World, First Person, Third Person,
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Hard Truck Apocalypse / Ex Machina — Overview
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2005 Genres: Action, RPG, Open World, First Person, Third Person, Atmospheric Categories:
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Big Mutha Truckers — Overview
Platforms: PC, Xbox, PS2 Release Date: 2002 Genres: Arcade, Open World, Casual, Third
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Truckers 2 — Overview
Platforms: PC Release Date: 2001 Genres: Simulation , Open World, First Person, Third Person
The best free truck simulator games for Android
Today we are going to show you the best truck simulator games for Android, the best part is that they are completely free to play.
Are you a truck fanatic? Then you have come to the right place. Below you will see a list of the top 6 truck simulation games that you can install on your android device.
Although there are many truck simulation games on Google Play, not all of them offer a good gaming experience. That is why we have compiled this list, which includes only the best. Install the game you like the most and start enjoying big truck driving.
Truck Simulator USA
Want to know what it’s like to drive a long distance truck? Truck Simulator USA offers you a very realistic vehicle that will allow you to explore amazing places. Enjoy driving different brands of trucks with realistic engine sounds and detailed interiors.
Ride the US in vehicles, petrol, gravel and more. Become a real truck driver and enjoy the online multiplayer mode with your friends!
Euro Truck Driver
Become a real truck driver with Euro Truck Driver. Drive a bunch of European trucks that you can add a wide range of customizations to.
This truck simulator offers you an exciting driving experience that will make you feel like you are driving a real truck.
Travel to many European countries and visit amazing places such as Berlin, Prague, Madrid, Rome, Paris and more. Play career mode to earn money, buy new trucks and make all the upgrades you need — explore the world of trucks from the comfort of your mobile phone!
World Truck Driving Simulator
Drive the most famous trucks in the world on challenging roads and test all your driving skills by feeling the truck driver lifestyle. World Truck Driving Simulator is a game where you can choose from a variety of trucks full of power and different gears (including Brazilian, European and American models).
Choose from several skins for trucks, trailers and drivers. In addition, it should be noted that the game has realistic graphics because the developer has tested real cars and collected feedback from professional truck drivers to make the experience of this game as close to reality as possible.
Grand Truck Simulator
Grand Truck Simulator is a mobile truck simulator that has everything to keep you hooked. This is a game with realistic physics, realistic fuel consumption and the ability to create your own skins or download those created by other players.
On the other hand, you can also change the suspension, headlights, turbine, brakes and even smash truck windows. The headlights work fully in both the truck and the trailer, and the game has real sounds in the engines, brakes, and horn.
Truck Simulator Offroad 4
Truck Simulator Offroad 4 is the most extreme offroad truck game you can install on your android. With Truck Simulator Offroad 4 you will have one of the most realistic simulation games in the palm of your hand. Drive your trucks on challenging routes, enjoy incredible environments, feel the wildlife, cross deadly rivers and rescue vehicles stuck in swamps.
Be part of the father and son journey and explore their amazing adventures.
