Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Mac: slow, satisfying, and surprisingly deep
Euro Truck Simulator 2 (Steam App ID: 227300) is the kind of game you boot up “just to do one delivery,” only to realize you’ve spent the evening cruising motorways, threading roundabouts, and watching the sun set over another border crossing. It’s a driving sim, sure—but it’s also a rhythm game for patience, a business builder, and one of the most reliably chill open-ended experiences available on macOS.
Price and deal check
- Paid game: Yes
- Price: $4.99 USD
- Discount: 75% off
If you’ve ever been curious about ETS2, this is the kind of price that makes the “what if I don’t like sims?” question basically irrelevant.
What you actually do in ETS2
The core loop is beautifully simple: pick a job, hook up a trailer, follow road rules (or don’t), and deliver on time with minimal damage. The game’s map spans dozens of cities across Europe, and the joy comes from the in-between: long stretches of highway, scenic interchanges, busy city centers, and those small moments when you nail a tight parking job at the end of a run.
ETS2 supports multiple play styles:
- Casual cruising: Take shorter contracts, keep assists on, listen to music, and enjoy the ride.
- Hardcore sim: Turn off helpers, obey speed limits, manage fatigue, and treat every mirror check like it matters.
- Business focus: Optimize profit, expand garages, and build a fleet that earns while you’re driving.
Key features Mac gamers should know about
1) A huge, evolving road trip across Europe
ETS2 features thousands of miles of road networks and recognizable landmarks. The sense of scale is what makes the game work: deliveries feel like journeys, and the map design encourages you to learn routes the way you learn real commutes.
2) Company management that’s more than a menu
You don’t just drive. You can run your own trucking business by buying garages, purchasing trucks, hiring AI drivers, and expanding into a logistics empire. The management layer stays light enough to avoid spreadsheet fatigue, but meaningful enough to give every delivery a “bigger picture” purpose.
3) Truck customization and tuning
One of ETS2’s biggest hooks is turning a default rig into “your” truck. Customization ranges from performance adjustments to cosmetic personalization—lights, bars, horns, beacons, smoke exhausts, and more. If you like games where your vehicle becomes a long-term project, ETS2 commits to that fantasy.
4) Convoy multiplayer
Convoy mode lets you drive, deliver, and chat with friends online. It’s a very specific kind of multiplayer: not constant action, but shared travel. If you’ve ever wanted a co-op game where the conversation is the point, Convoy is a great fit.
5) World of Trucks (optional)
World of Trucks adds community features without being mandatory. You can use Photo Mode to share screenshots, browse curated picks, and personalize elements like avatars and license plates. Importantly: you do not need a World of Trucks account to play.
How it feels on Mac
ETS2 is ideal for Mac players who want a game that can be either relaxing or demanding depending on settings and mood. The pace is deliberate, and the satisfaction comes from competence: clean lane changes, smooth braking, smart route planning, and damage-free arrivals.
It’s also one of those games that pairs well with:
- controller driving (or keyboard and mouse if you prefer)
- a podcast or playlist
- short sessions (one contract) or long sessions (a full evening of routes)
Who should buy Euro Truck Simulator 2?
- You’ll love it if: you enjoy sims, open-ended progression, scenic travel, or vehicle customization.
- You might bounce off if: you need constant combat/action or dislike “journey over destination” gameplay.
Bottom line
Euro Truck Simulator 2 remains a standout on Mac because it nails a specific promise: the pleasure of long-distance driving with enough structure to feel rewarding and enough freedom to feel personal. At $4.99 USD (75% off), it’s one of the easiest simulation recommendations you can make—whether you want a cozy evening drive or a months-long hobby game you steadily build into.
Steam info
- Name: Euro Truck Simulator 2
- Steam App ID: 227300
- Price: $4.99 USD