Hi Truckers,

When you’re making a game everything needs to be as perfect as possible. Not only in how the game plays, its graphics and sound, but also the game’s name. Sometimes you have time to think - is the game’s name right for what you’re making?

After some long drives and many hours musing on this, we decided to go for a rename. So long, Alaskan Truck Simulator - we’re very proud to introduce you all to…



To celebrate the name change we in conjunction with our friends at IGN have put together an exclusive work-in-progress look at Alaskan Road Truckers showing an Alaskan summer along with some of the jobs you’ll do as a trucker:



Please do remember this footage was captured using a previous version of the game, we’ve made tons of progress since. Here are some of our latest screenshots, feast your eyes!



You’ll get to see more of Alaska soon, we’ll be giving you a look at the different regions, seasons, and climates so keep your eyes peeled for future announcements!

In Alaskan Road Truckers you aren’t just a truck, you play as a trucker with a focus on life both inside and outside of your vehicle. After all, you’ll be getting in and out of your truck, hitching uploads, fueling up your truck, and maintaining the health of your driver in the Alaskan outdoors.

We want to make sure you know when you look at our game that it’s something different and unique, so we thought - what are you? You’re a trucker, you go on roads…in Alaska.

And so Alaskan Road Truckers was born!

As the game has developed, we feel this brand new name better aligned with our ambitions for the game.

It means we’ll be changing the logo for the game and the name wherever we have it but that’s it - we’re still making sure we create the definitive Alaskan trucking experience.

We’re working on creating expansive vistas of Alaska filled with life, variety, and treacherous conditions. We’re working to create an in-depth game which gives you an authentic trucker experience alongside a realistic driving model and a full career mode. All the same things we were working on before, just now the name fits better.

Please keep your feedback coming - you are essential in helping us make Alaskan Road Truckers the best trucking life simulator. Let us know what you think after watching the video above and let us know what you’d like to see in the game - we’d love to hear from you.

But first while you’re here, why not wishlist Alaskan Road Truckers and make sure you’re up to date with all the latest news as we get our game ready for release.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/849100/


We’re working on creating expansive vistas of Alaska filled with life, variety, and treacherous conditions. Buckle up because the road ahead promises to be even more exhilarating. And we can’t wait to show you more!

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Until next time, we’ll see you on the road!

Hello truckers,
we are heading in a slightly different direction… How do you like the new key art for the game? 🛣️



PS. Stay with us on 30th May 🤫

Hi, Truckers,
We are getting back on the road with new information regarding ATS! Today, we want to take the time and talk about bringing authenticity to the Alaskan World.

As you may know, our team has been hard at work creating a game that truly captures the essence of Alaska. We want players to feel like they are actually driving through the rugged terrain and experiencing this incredible state's unique challenges and beauty. To bring this level of authenticity to the game, our designers have been extensively researching and studying the Alaskan world. We've consulted with experts in the field, studied maps, weather, and topography to bring you the best possible experience.


One of the biggest challenges we faced was accurately representing the ever-changing weather conditions in Alaska. We wanted players to feel the real-life impact of snow, ice, wind, and rain as they navigate through the various terrains. To achieve this, we studied weather patterns in Alaska to ensure that the in-game weather accurately reflects what players would experience in real life:




We've also put a lot of effort into recreating Alaska's various landscapes and landmarks. From iconic buildings such as the Igloo Hotel, an abandoned hotel located about a 4-hour drive north of Anchorage, to the towering peaks of the Alaska Range, we've worked to create a realistic and immersive environment for players to explore.


The Igloo Hotel in Alaska


The Igloo Hotel in Alaskan Truck Simulator


Alaska Range Mountain in Alaskan Truck Simulator

Overall, we're confident that Alaskan Truck Simulator will provide players with a truly authentic and immersive experience of the Alaskan world. We can't wait for you to get behind the wheel and experience it for yourself! Stay tuned for more updates!


Don’t forget to wishlist Alaskan Truck Simulator and hit us up on Facebook to keep up to date with everything we’re working on!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/849100/Alaskan_Truck_Simulator/

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/7nzKkAVgN4
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alaskanroadtruckers
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alaskantrucksim

See you on the road, Truckers.

Hello Truckers!

TruckStopRadio is celebrating their 3rd Aniversary of broadcasting to the simulation games community!
And as you know in Alaskan Truck Simulator you can find their station in the Truck!

But back on track. In honor of their anniversary, they have organized a number of activities to support!

First of all, they have started a fundraiser for the Teenage Cancer Trust. If you want to support this initiative, you can donate money at this link, which will help young people in their fight against cancer.

Secondly, there is a 24-hour live broadcast where you can listen to good music.

If that's not enough for you, check out TruckStopStudio's socials, they have a contest where you can win good games.

Hi, Truckers,
Thank you so much for the reception of the last devlog. All the positive comments and thumbs-ups are a brilliant motivation for us - thank you so much for everything you have to say and all the support!

In our second entry in the series, we want to discuss new features, new animations, and reworked locations in the game. So without delay, let's hit the road!








A few of you probably remember that in the last demo version, the game started in your HQ, where your trucking career began with cooking a meal, gathering necessary equipment, and going to your truck to complete your first assignment.

Your starting location will now be the lovely riverside settlement where you will get your first job. Take a look at how different it is 👆

With the new location, we’ve also completely changed the tutorial to fit your play style and show all the necessary information while you are playing. In addition, if you need a refresher, all tutorial messages will be available from the pause menu. We redesigned it and added an encyclopedia tab containing all the information necessary to enjoy your game fully.


As stated in our first devlog, we’ve partnered with Tobiasz Piątkowski, a comic book author and art director from Poland, who is our advisor and helps us add more color and authenticity to the world.
We had already improved the textures of trees, bushes, grass after your initial demo reactions, but with Tobiasz's help we tweaked things such as the color grading or some finer world building details. Alaska feels so much more immersive, but don’t just believe us. Check it out for yourself 👇




Alaskan Truck Simulator isn't just about sitting around in your truck and completing the next job; it's about survival and being prepared for the unexpected. That's why we wanted to develop the game's animations to help you feel like a real Alaskan trucker. Since our last entry, we have a few more animations to share with you: fixing the fuse box, changing the wipers, and removing road blockades with some cool tools... GROOVY! 😉



We’ve also added a fuse box under the hood that will require looking after from time to time. So drive carefully and avoid spending too much money on spare parts.

Our dev team is also working on adding more random events on the road. Stay tuned to hear more on that in the future!




Our team is working hard on expanding the current map. The size of the map and the level of detail we’re working with means significant challenges can arise related to performance. As a result, we’re changing textures on the streets, road signs, and settlements open for exploration in Alaskan Truck Simulator. This will help the world to feel much more immersive with enhanced performance across the board.



That’s everything from us for now. In the meantime don’t forget to wishlist Alaskan Truck Simulator and hit us up on Facebook to keep up to date with everything we’re working on!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/849100/Alaskan_Truck_Simulator/

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/7nzKkAVgN4
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alaskanroadtruckers
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alaskantrucksim

See you on the road, Truckers.

Hi, Truckers!

It’s been a while since our last news update, but we’re back with new stuff to share. We’ve been super busy, working hard on the bumpy road of game development, and we’ve got a ton of new things to share with you!

Let’s start our engine and take you on a drive through all the updates for Alaskan Truck Simulator.


We’ve teamed up with Green Man Gaming Publishing to ensure we realize our dreams for Alaskan Truck Simulator. They’ll be helping and supporting the development of the Alaskan Truck Simulator as we work towards release.

With past experience working on Model Builder, Filthy Animals, Kainga: Seeds of Civilization, and much more, we’re sure they’ll make the perfect partners for us.




We want you to feel immersed in Alaskan Truck Simulator - after all, you’re a trucker, not a truck. From pumping gas to turning on your headlights and steering, you’ll be right there as your trucker with your hands on the wheel and your body in the driving seat.

We are also working on balancing the game regarding the weights of the trailers, the maximum speed of every truck, and how they handle different circumstances. Read what has been improved and reworked:


From now on, you can see your hands animations while handling your daily tasks. Also, we want to introduce special character customization from where you can change the look of your driver. See how those features look in the game:




As you probably noticed in the video, there are a few changes to how the game presents itself. You’ll be spending a lot of time in the world of Alaskan Truck Simulator, so we’ve been making sure it looks as authentic as possible. We’ve increased the detail level in many areas, including buildings, trees, road signs, and truck parts.

In addition, we’ve partnered with Tobiasz Piątkowski, a comic book author and art director from Poland, helping us develop more color and authenticity to the world. We want the world of Alaskan Truck Simulator to feel alive, so we’re adding many small touches to help make the wilderness more lived-in.




Alaskan Truck Simulator isn’t all about sitting behind the wheel, sometimes you’ll need to get out too. That’s why we are designing interiors and authentic places around the map, including stores, and gas stations, so you can take a break or stock up on essentials.

We’ve also added NPCs in these locations - shops don’t run themselves, after all!




Lately, we’ve also been working on the game's performance and stability. Our internal Quality Assurance team provided much feedback and insights, which we implemented in the game engine. Alaskan Truck Simulator gets better every minute we spend on it, and we will continually be working to improve the feeling and smoothness of the game.

At this point, we would also thank you - our beloved community members - for providing the necessary feedback after our demo tests last year and for your continued support on Steam and your ideas there on improving ATS.


On top of all of that, we’ve made several small changes that should improve your Alaskan Truck Simulator experience:

• Improved weather and seasonal system
  
• More development of the player’s HQ, including upgrades for the look and functionality of your base

That’s everything from us for now. In the meantime don’t forget to wishlist Alaskan Truck Simulator and hit us up on Facebook to keep up to date with everything we’re working on!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/849100/Alaskan_Truck_Simulator/

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/7nzKkAVgN4
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alaskanroadtruckers
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alaskantrucksim

See you on the road, Truckers 🫡

Truckers, we’ve reached the end of the road in 2022!

We wish you a very Happy New Year, full of joys, fantastic trips and good roads. May it be the best one yet!

Truckers, it’s Holiday time!



Remember our new mascot, Jeff the Trucker? As a true Christmas aficionado, Jeff wants to wish you all a very happy Holiday!



Truckers, may the roads lead you home safely this Holiday season. We wish you a lot of happiness, dry roads, cheaper fuel and a well-working heater.

Here, take a cookie with you, Jeff has a lot of them.

Happy Holidays!

Heya!

Some time ago we asked you on our social media to describe your imaginary trucker. We were quite surprised to discover a lot of similarities in your descriptions!

One description in particular has charmed us and so we decided to bring this image to life… And so here he is! Meet Jeff the Trucker! Holidays are getting closer, too, so Jeff is in a cheery mood.



Jeff’s best friend is his truck (he calls her Betsy) and takes very good care of her. He might look intimidating but he gives great hugs. And he has a real sweet tooth – he just loves to cook himself up a mug of hot chocolate during his breaks.

Jeff loves Holidays. Sometimes, when he has more free time between jobs, he throws on a red suit and a hat, and visits kids in hospitals or orphanages in the towns he happens to be staying in. Somehow Jeff has access to unlimited supply of cookies and milk and might or might not have some connections with Nick up North. Jeff gets tight-lipped when asked and just smiles mysteriously.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/849100/Alaskan_Truck_Simulator/

Hey everyone! I guess there is no easy way to break it, so here we go.

We need to postpone the release.

There are still things to finish up and edges to iron out. Considering this, we'd rather postpone the game than launch it unfinished and then patch it up as we go.

We're sorry about the delay, but the game will be better because of this. We'll keep in touch.