We’ve had a busy time since the launch of Alaskan Road Truckers. With nine patches for our game since launch (and more incoming!) we thought it’d be a great time to talk to you all about what our plans are for Alaskan Road Truckers and how we’ll be supporting the game into the future.
Alaskan Road Truckers - The Goal
We want to make the best trucker game ever made, where you live, breathe, and survive as a trucker in one of the most punishing environments on the planet. That’s been our goal since day one and it still is today.
It’s fair to say that we haven’t hit that goal yet. Alaskan Road Truckers is a game we’re incredibly proud of, but we know it still needs work. Technical issues, bugs, and quality of life issues have overshadowed the wonderful experience we’ve put in the core of Alaskan Road Truckers, and we recognize that this has caused disappointment for some.
We want you to know that we hear you. We know that for some players the issues affecting Alaskan Road Truckers has meant they have been unable to enjoy the game, and this is why we have been introducing rapid fixes to help those players get in the game and start trucking. Every patch has improved the game, with the core experience now being more accessible, key bugs are fixed, and for most the game should be more playable.
Of course, we have lots of work still to do, and there are key areas we will be focusing on as we continue to support Alaskan Road Truckers through the rest of 2023 - and beyond.
Post-Release Patch Plan
As mentioned above, we have been working on rapid patches for the most pressing issues. Now, we’re moving into a separate phase of our support plan, where we’ll be reducing the amount of patches we release and focusing on larger updates which will resolve more issues, to provide a more stable Alaskan Road Truckers experience. The issues we’re working on are bigger issues, ones that will take more time to resolve, and for a small team this means we’ll have to slow down a little bit to make sure we get these patches done right.
The areas we’re focusing on at the moment are:
AI Tweaks and Improvements
Optimization and Performance Enhancements
Controller / Steering Wheel Improvements
These are large things for us to tackle but we are making a commitment to get these issues ironed out and make sure that Alaskan Road Truckers is brought up to a technical level we are happy with. We cannot say that these will be fixed in one patch, or even two, but incremental improvements will be made and we are putting our focus on resolving these key areas sooner rather than later.
This, of course, doesn’t mean we are neglecting other bug reports and issues reported to us. As we continue to update and patch our game, we’ll be fixing other issues alongside working on the bigger things, you’ll be able to see what we’re fixing in each set of patch notes.
In addition to the above, we are working to get the console version of the game for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S complete and ready for release as soon as possible. We will have news to share about this very soon.
We will also be adhering to our content roadmap. So while we will be working on these issues, we will also be producing content and updates that will expand and deepen the core Alaskan Road Truckers experience. Look out for more news on these updates soon!
Update Testing
One of the points we’ve made continuously throughout development of Alaskan Road Truckers is that we haven’t made this game alone. Now the game is out in the world; this is still true.
Your bug reports, issue reports, reviews, and technical reports have helped us to laser focus our work on the things that really matter to the people who matter - you. That’s why we’re asking for your help again, this time in helping us test upcoming updates.
If you’re interested in helping us test updates, please head over to our Discord server where you can find details of how to opt in to the beta branch of the game as well as where you can post any issues you encounter. We made the decision to run this initiative using our Discord server as a central hub as it allows us to monitor + track issues, and respond to feedback in real-time, helping us to better work on any issues that may crop up.
Thank you to everyone who takes part in this - we do test our own patches, but we are a small team so more hands on the testing wheel means more stable patches.
We’ve got a long road ahead of us and we hope you’ll continue to join us on it. See you out there, truckers!
It's patch time! Get your hands on the latest update for Alaskan Road Truckers - we're continuing to fix bugs, solve issues, and make the game better.
Here's what's new in today's patch:
Patch Notes
Corrected navigation to all logistic locations south of the starting location.
Tweaked the deer near the starting location.
Added Halloween mini icons to Customization Parts and Stickers.
Small optimization tweaks.
Prevented a scenario where cancelling an order could result in a crash.
Cancelling an order now will not remove backup saves.
We're also working on dramatically improving stability and reduce the occurance of bugs cropping up in future updates. In order to help us with this process, we're asking the community to...
Test Updates
We want to make sure that when Alaskan Road Truckers gets an update, the update is 100% ready for release. We do our own testing internally but we would like to make sure that when we have a bigger update in mind, we get as many hands behind the testing wheel as possible.
Before we go, why not check out the Truck or Treat trailer we've put together to celebrate our Halloween event? From new decals to spooky surprises, our Truck or Treat event is running right NOW!
It's that time of year, the time when spirits rise, ghouls emerge from the gloom, and monsters of all sorts lurk just out of sight, hiding in the corner of your eye.
In Alaskan Road Truckers the spookiest of seasons has begun with a bang, scream, and a terrified whimper. Welcome, truckers, to the Truck or Treat Halloween Event!
Truck or Treat Halloween Event
Halloween has hit the haulage business with a spooky smash. Throughout Alaska you'll find that things have taken on a touch of the macabre, giving Alaskan Road Truckers a terrifying twist!
Here's what you can expect to find out on the roads, alone, with no-one to find you...
New horrifying Halloween skin for every truck
20 terrifying Halloween decals
Spooktakular customization parts such as vampire bat wings
Special new cargo: THE WORLD'S BIGGEST PUMPKINS
And maybe something lurks deep within your HQ. Maybe you should go there...or not...
It's enough to send shivers down your spine. This event runs from today, the 27th of October, for two weeks - so hit the road and experience the scariest season of all from the comfort of your truck!
But that's not all - if you're bold enough to take to the roads this Halloween then you'll also be able take part in the Great Pumpkin King Hunt.
The Great Pumpkin King Hunt!
Somewhere in the world the Pumpkin King awaits truckers who are brave enough to search it out.
Who is it? What does it want? What does it look like? Well we're not going to make it that easy for you!
If you find the Pumpkin King, take a screenshot and post it on the #alaskan-screenshots channel in our Discord. The first to find the Pumpkin King and report back with a screenshot posted in that channel will win a SPOOKY REWARD!*
*reward may not be that spooky
Patch Notes
Today's update isn't just a truckload of spooky fun, we've also got a patch for you! Here's what's changed:
Fix for cargo spawns in Susitna
Fix for trailer spawn in Prudhoe Bay workshop
Added Trebory Milk Farm trailer
Changed Parameters of the trucks to make their top speeds more realistic
Fixed dashboards speedometers in Eagle One
Windshield now freezes more easily during Winter
Corrected navigation to Logistic Locations in Palmer, Sutton-Alpine, Chickaloon, Glennallen
Small shader-related optimization fixes
AI now should overtake the truck with trailer attached
Added icon to represent broken headlights
Brigthened up the night a bit
Turn indicator should now not pop up when route is not set
No snowfall under gas station sheds
Known issue #1: We are aware of a rare instance when loading a game, when you play as the sunglasses guy (not the DLC one), you may not see any truck interactions. In this case reloading the game should solve the problem, but we are working on a fix for this with a future update.
Known issue #2: In this patch if you cancel a job, your backup save will be removed. When you complete another job, your backup save will be reinstated. We will be introducing an update to fix this and make sure that backup saves can never be removed.
Here are links to previous patch notes so you can check out what's changed so far!
We've got a patch all ready for you and you can download it right now. After today's patch, the game should feel better to play and should be more immersive. You'll also see a ton of bugs fixed too.
Here's what's new:
Patch Notes
Fixed the seasons skipping improperly
Improved the look of nights
AI - new overtaking and a lot of other improvements
Visted POI icons will now work properly after loading the game
Parking markers are now visible in rearview mirrors
When picking up a transport mission, the destination logistic location will now highlight on map
Fix for Coolant Temperature tutorial not working as intended
Fix for a bug in which, if the player canceled a mission, the Logistic Location that was the target of that mission would break and player would no longer be able to take new missions from that location
Changed parking area which will represent parking space in a more accurate way, so parking should be easier while minimalizing the risk of bugs
Newly bought trucks will now spawn with a proper offset, which will place them in a more accurate position in the parking spot
Fix for a bug where the player cannot accept new transport missions after cancelling one
Player should now be unable to interact with hood when holding a fuel pump pistol
Prudhoe Bay truck garage entrance tweaks
New parameterization for sky curves and night gamma tweak
Fix for starting tutorials not always launching properly
Added Valdez Workshop Icon on the map
Logbook tutorial is now a one-time message
Improved naviagation to multiple logistic locations
Fixed free inventory slots not initializing properly
Fixed multiple issues in cooking devices related to saving
Fixed numerous bugs on the map
Fixed indestructible signs found by the community
Discord totem update
Small optimization tweaks
Small localization fixes
New starry skybox
Added mapping range for coolant for the dashboard
Moved All of the Truck Skins above the Paint Jobs in Customization Workshop Menu
Fix for Incorrect placement of Bellforge 303 Skins
When loading a game, player character's head will no longer be visible in front of the camera
Wipers will now unfreeze after using a scraper
Trailer supports will now properly retract when using Roadside Assistance
Fix for trailer positioning after using Roadside Assistance in Prudhoe Bay workshop
That's it for patch news today, we'll have more for you as we continue to work on our game. Please do keep the bug and issue reports coming, and your suggestions too - all feedback welcome!
Please also remember to leave a review on Steam - your honest review. Everything helps us make Alaskan Road Truckers better.
That's right, we're addressing the non-truckers in the room too. Hello!
Today we want to show off some of the great deals you can get on Alaskan Road Truckers in conjunction with other great games, as we showcase some brilliant bundles. These prices are especially good during the launch week for our game - we've got an exclusive launch discount so act fast!
These are a fantastic way to get your hands on Alaskan Road Truckers as well as save a bunch on other games, so without further preamble - it's bundle time!
Bundle up! - Simulation Games
Alaskan Road Truckers: Mother Truckers Edition
Enhance your Alaskan Road Truckers experience by becoming the ultimate badass with the exclusive cosmetics in the Mother Truckers Edition DLC.
The rugged terrain of Alaska awaits you in Alaskan Road Truckers and what's more rugged than fishing? Grab your rod and get going in Ultimate Fishing Simulator 2.
Restore sports facilities to their former glory in Arena Renovation and restore your trucking business to a new level of glory in Alaskan Road Truckers.
No-one likes a dirty pool (unless you do, then this isn't for you), so make them sparkle in Pool Cleaner Simulator. Clean up in Alaskan Road Truckers too, by making a fortune trucking.
Rise to the top of the fishbowl by running the best aquarium store in town in Aquarist, and rise to the top of the trucking profession in Alaskan Road Truckers!
Make a home, or two, or three as you travel the world and the ages to build houses in House Builder. Then why not travel Alaska and build your reputation in Alaskan Road Truckers.
Farmer's Father challenges you to survive and protect the innocent through a deadly war, then survive in the wild environment of Alaskan Road Truckers.
Take to the skies in Galactic Junkers as you try to keep your crew alive against all the odds, especially the fact that your crew are idiots. In Alaskan Road Truckers you'll have to keep yourself alive against all the odds, we cannot answer if your trucker is an idiot or not.
Smash and grab until you've stolen it all in Filthy Animals: Heist Simulator, a comedic chaos-filled crime caper game for 1-4 players. There's far less crime in Alaskan Road Truckers, but make sure you don't get caught speeding!
Become the ultimate farmer in Farmer's Life, where you'll taken on a rural farmstead and embrace country life. Embrace trucker life in Alaskan Road Truckers, and become the ultimate trucker.
In Frigato: Shadows of the Caribbean you'll dive into the world of sea piracy as you take over a motley crew and beat the British Royal Navy to a massive prize. In Alaskan Road Truckers, the massive prize is found at the end of long roads through stunning landscapes.
Hey you! Want a patch? Well we've got a patch for you!
If you want to wrap your readers around some new changes for Alaskan Road Truckers, then read on! Patch notes INCOMING:
Patch Notes
Minimap visibility improvements. Map will now show logistic location areas
Additional fix for logistic location managers highlights
Fix for XP calculation method (more XP on longer routes)
Turn signal auto turn-off
Bindable camera centering key
Fixes some details in the world
Truck store tabs fix
Taller traffic lights will enable safe passage of bigger cargos
Susitna River Bridge fix to allow proper traffic movement
Fix for chainsaw and scraper
Custodientes Discordiae Ignem
Note that we'll be looking to slow down the cadence of patches in the coming days. We've been releasing them quickly so far to address urgent issues and get the game in a better place, but we'll be tackling some meatier things over the coming days so we wanted to give you a heads up. Patches will slow down - but they'll still be coming!
You haven't got long to grab the launch week discount - so if you've been waiting to grab Alaskan Road Truckers, now's your chance:
Please don't forget to leave us a review if you've been playing our game - it all helps us raise our visibility, which helps us make Alaskan Road Truckers a success.
If you previously left a negative review and our patches have helped, why not consider editing it? But only if we've earned your positive review!
Ah Mondays, time for coffee, a hearty breakfast to start the week...and an Alaskan Road Truckers patch!
A smaller patch today but there's one big thing in it - invisible bumps in the road should all now be fixed. This means your truck will no longer fly into the air unexpectedly when driving, Unless you drive off a cliff - but that one's on you.
Patch Notes
Invisible bumps should now all be fixed
NPC cars should no longer be stuck in roads
AI pathing optimization
AI cars now use taillights in a natural way
Fore Feedback should now work on all devices
It should now be impossible to exploit manual repairs for XP
Visual tweaks for motels
Cantwell workshop cargo dock fix
Cantwell AI traffic tweaks
Fix for truck cabin lights
Puffer Jacket and Flashlight won't be tagged as Equipped inside the container in the base
Managers are no longer highlighted when you are outside of their logistic location
Improved the Drill Tower collision to allow smooth parking
Slowed down AI cars on sharp turns to prevent them getting belly up
Future Patches
We wanted to take a moment to peer into our crystal ball and let you know what kinds of things we're looking into for future patches. Tweaks, fixes, and updates that we want to implement into the game so you know what we're working on and how long - roughly - it'll take us.
Here's some of what you can expect from us in the coming days and weeks:
Gradually improved over Time
Steering wheel & controller support improvements
General AI improvements
General visual improvements
General bugfixing based on your feedback
Truck balancing based on your feedback
Optimization work
Expect within the Next Few Days
Seasons flowing properly after summer
Weather being more appropriate for the season
Working truck and trailer taillights
More XP for long jobs
Chainsaw being visible
Scraper not causing the wipers to freeze anymore
The possibility to unbind controller keys
A dedicated camera centering button
DLSS settings staying saved after you exit the game
Logistic location tweaks & improvements for better access in selected places
Removal of visual garbage in some map areas
Translation updates
In Roughly 1-2 Weeks
A more precise map with logistic locations areas
GPS leading you directly to a logistic location's parking, not just near it
Turn signals turning off automatically when you center the wheel
Additional game content (no spoilers yet!)
If your issue isn't addressed here, or you have feedback or a question for us, don't hesitate to let us know.
Only a few days left to grab Alaskan Road Truckers with the launch discount - so if you haven't yet, now's your chance!
Please also remember if you have been playing Alaskan Road Truckers to leave us a Steam review. Everything helps - so if you have an opinion on our game, let us know!
If you previously left a negative review and you feel the game's improved since then, you can always edit your review - but only if you feel we've earned it!
Sunday's a day for rest, for preparing for the week ahead. Unless you've just launched a game that is, then it's time to get PATCHING!
Here's what's new in today's patch:
Patch Notes
Fixes for AI getting into corners too fast and turning belly up
Steering wheel hand animations should now play properly
Invisible chainsaw fix
Fix for workshop being inaccessible at the base
Fixed endless repairs for certain systems of the truck
Added information if on-the-road manual repair is only temporary or a full fix
Fixed no storage being added to Tire Workshop at level 2
The default installed tires are now shown in the Tire Workshop
Fixed bugs connected with selling/changing and buying rims and tires in the tire shop
The default tires now have the possibility to change rim size
Fix for cargo dock in Pump Station 2
Removed a billboard from the logistic location in Valdez to allow easier parking
Fixed a police car having a sign stuck in it
Added a confirmation screen when taking a loan
But that's not all...
REPORTS OF STRANGE SIGHTINGS IN ALASKA
This just in - an anonymous informer has reported supernatural activity in Alaska. A large figure with mysterious glowing eyes has been spotted in the forests, fleeing when seen.
Our informer has placed several clues around the map that will point you the way - there's even talk of a reward for those who are first to find these proofs.
Take a look at these pictures - maybe you can locate where they were taken? Good luck! More information, including how to take part in the hunt for proof of this creature, can be found over on our Discord.
Don't forget - you can grab a discount during the launch week for Alaskan Road Truckers, so if you haven't grabbed it - now's your chance!
Please remember to give us a review if possible - everything helps us gain visibility on the store. If you have already given us a negative review, why not revisit it after the latest patch and see if your experience is better - thank you!
If you've put some time into Alaskan Road Truckers, please let us know what you think by leaving us a review. Good, bad, we want to know what you think! If you previously left a review and an issue preventing you enjoying the game has been resolved, please consider revisiting it - everything helps!
In case you missed the first two patches, here are the changes introduced with them:
Another day, another patch! We've been listening to your feedback and working on critical bugs and issues, and we've got another update that will make your Alaskan Road Truckers experience smoother and better.
Here's everything in the patch!
Patch Notes
Tweaks and fixes in the steering wheel and controller system
Improved steering at higher speed
Base upgrading should no longer place camera out of bounds
In HQ, stove is no longer disappearing
Fix for loan screen and workshop screen at HQ
Improved player exiting city workshops
Navigation System potential crash prevented
Small fix for suspension repair (fix for city workshop suspension repair will come soon)
Speed limits have additional bigger radius check and limit set, which should make AI cars adjust their speed smoother
Speed limit changes on many roads to allow smoother AI driving
Tok colliders now prevent the player from accidentally leaving the map area
Fixed the area of Invincible Bricks LL in Valdez, now player shouldn't be launched into air
Fix for cargo spawns in Pipeverse, Inc.
Trapper Creek traffic fixes
Wasilla small traffic fix
Fixes for traffic on the crossroad near Igloo Hotel
Fixes for the placement of Cargo Dock End area in Tok's Construction Site
AI cars now shouldn't change lane near crossroads
AI car speed improvements on the road from Gakona to Tok
Save system will now not save when player is out of bounds
Bad Mother Truckers truck horns position fix
Removed a rare debug information appearing
Changed trailers for jet fuel and gasoline wares
Visual fixes of store and gas station signs
Improved fuel consumption rate for all the trucks
Adjusted brittleness of headlights in all of the trucks
Note: The issue encountered when upgrading the HQ using the PC should be resolved with this patch. However, players may still encounter this issue on older saves. If you do encounter this issue - please start a new save.