Once you have successfully completed the , use these pro tips to enjoy the new features:

Right-click on and select Properties . Navigate to the Betas tab.

The 1.44 version introduces long-awaited mechanical and visual features. 🏔️ Comprehensive Austria Rework

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The standout feature of the 1.44 update is undoubtedly the complete rework of Austria. Before this patch, the Austrian landscape was a relic from the game's 2012 release, feeling dated compared to newer DLCs. The development team at SCS Software went back to the drawing board, giving the entire country a top-to-bottom overhaul to bring it up to modern, true-to-life standards.

Before downloading, ensure your PC meets the hardware baseline required to run version 1.44 smoothly, especially given the graphical upgrades to the Austria map. Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10 (64-bit) Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit) Processor Dual Core CPU 2.4 GHz Quad Core CPU 3.0 GHz Memory Graphics GeForce GTS 450-class / Intel HD 4000 GeForce GTX 660-class (2GB) Storage 12 GB available space 12+ GB (SSD recommended) Mod Compatibility and Version 1.44

If you own the game on Steam, the client handles updates automatically. Open the on your PC. Navigate to your Library and select Euro Truck Simulator 2 .

Download the standalone or use the official Updater tool. Run the installer and point it to your main game directory.

Go to Documents/Euro Truck Simulator 2/profiles and copy your save folder to a safe location before booting up the new update.

The crown jewel of the 1.44 patch is the complete, ground-up rebuild of Austria. The development team completely scrapped the old, outdated map assets from 2012 and replaced them with stunning, highly accurate landscapes. Driving through the Alps became a visual treat, featuring realistic topographies, famous Austrian landmarks, and complex highway interchanges in cities like Vienna, Linz, and Innsbruck. 2. Force Feedback Overhaul