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Driver's Diary of June

[h2]Summer’s here, drivers! 🌞[/h2]

The sun’s out, engines are rumbling, and there’s no better time to dive back into our favorite off-road worlds!
From big content drops to fresh contests and community moments, here’s everything that happened in June and what’s coming up next!

[h3]📸 New VP Contest: HEAVY HAUL edition![/h3]

Time to fire up your engines and show us your most impressive cargo hauls photographs from SnowRunner, RoadCraft and Expeditions! 🚛

Whether it’s a massive load, a tight convoy rescue, or just your favorite heavy-duty machine doing what it does best, we want to see it.
💡 You can include multiple screenshots, but only one entry per person is allowed! Make sure to include everything in a single message.
🛠️ Edited images are welcome, and creativity is encouraged!
📅 You have until July 15 to post your entry and get a shot at winning a game key of your choice: SnowRunner, Expeditions, or RoadCraft (any platform except Switch).

Join the contest here!



🚚 SnowRunner: more news on Season 16!


June brought some exciting additions to the garage with the release of the Western Star & Freightliner DLC!
This pack features two iconic and powerful trucks that originally made their mark in MudRunner, now making a triumphant return in SnowRunner.



Let us know what you thought about it!

Plus, we also ran a community vote on Focus Together to know what terrain you enjoy driving on the most in SnowRunner.
Share your opinion here!

[h3]We’re finally talking Season 16![/h3]

It’s time to lift the curtain on Season 16, the final and biggest expansion of the Year 4 Pass and it’s shaping up to be something truly special.
This all-new season will take you to a never-before-seen US region, featuring three massive autumn-themed maps packed with deep mud, tricky terrain, and stunning golden landscapes.
Arriving at the end of summer, it’s the perfect setting for a muddy challenge. 😉
You’ll also get access to three brand-new trucks plus a few surprises we’re not ready to reveal just yet. 👀

More details will roll out soon!

[h3]We're aware of crash issues reported by some players on Xbox One.⚠️[/h3]

A hotfix to improve stability has come today. Thanks for your continued feedback, especially from Xbox One and PS4 players.
Keep sharing your reports in the comments or on Discord with your Ksiva (unique player ID)!

Patch notes is here!



🚧 RoadCraft turned one month!


It’s hard to believe RoadCraft just turned one month old, and the community has grown to over 600,000 players already, thank you all for jumping in and building together!



[h3]Patch 2 is just around the corner ! 🔧[/h3]

Originally planned for June, patch 2 is delayed by a few days and is now expected in July.
We’re taking extra time to add improvements and ensure the best experience possible.

Thank you for your patience. 🙏

Here’s what’s coming your way:

📸 Photo Mode to capture your best moments
🚛 4 new vehicles to expand your fleet
🛻Secure vehicles on transporters for safer hauls
🕹️Engine on/off toggle

Plus, a round of bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements to keep your experience smooth!

[h3]The Aramatsu Bowhead 30T is now purchasable! [/h3]

Previously exclusive to pre-orders, the mighty Aramatsu Bowhead 30T can finally be purchased on its own.
Don’t miss your chance to add this beast to your fleet!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2806770/RoadCraft__Aramatsu_Bowhead_30T/
[h3]Stay in the loop with RoadCraft! 🚜[/h3]
If you haven’t seen it yet, check out our latest roadmap to get a sneak peek at what’s coming next. 🗺️



Just last week, our dev team jumped into a Reddit AMA and answered tons of your burning questions.
Missed it? No worries you can still catch all the answers here, plus we’re making a handy transcript so you can browse with ease.




🧭 Expeditions: Season 3 Icy Shores releases on July 10!


This new season takes place in the Transylvanian Alps and features challenging caves.
Unlock three new vehicles built for all kinds of terrain, plus two specialists who will help you save energy and earn more rewards.

New season means new drones to discover:
🔹 The Anchor Drone 4-NCR, to attach your winch anywhere
🔹 The Scout Drone SCT-6, to expand your drone coverage

We’ve also added quality-of-life improvements, enhanced co-op features, and other cool stuff.



[h2]Stay in the loop![/h2]

Whether you're braving the mud in SnowRunner, building the future in RoadCraft, or forging ahead in Expeditions, our Discord is where the community comes together!

👉 Join here!

You’ll also find us on:
- X
- Facebook
- Instagram
- YouTube
- Focus Together

That’s it from us this month, thanks for being part of the ride.
Enjoy the summer vibes and see you on the road this July, drivers! ☀️


https://store.steampowered.com/app/1465360/SnowRunner/

Patch notes 37.1 (hotfix)

[h2]​Hi Runners, [/h2]

A small hotfix has arrived! Check out the key fixes below.

​🎮 Fixed: Random crashes occurring on Xbox One
🛞 Fixed: MOZA R5 steering wheel not returning to center after turning
🔧 Fixed: Trucks always reversing and overly sensitive steering when using the Logitech G920 wheel

Play SnowRunner on Steam Deck! 🎉

Ready for an off-road adventure... on the go? 🚚


[h2]SnowRunner is now Steam Deck Verified.
Tackle the toughest terrain wherever you are![/h2]


[h2]Not literally everywhere, keep the game off the real wheel! 😉[/h2]



https://store.steampowered.com/app/1465360/SnowRunner/

Freightliner and Western Star Dual Pack is out!

[h2]Hi Runners! [/h2]

[h3]​The new Freightliner  & Western Star DLC is here!🚚[/h3]

Two legendary trucks from MudRunner - American Wilds make their triumphant return, rebuilt from the ground up for SnowRunner!

- The Western Star 6900XD (Heavy-class)
- The Freightliner FLD 120 (Heavy Duty-class)


The Freightliner FLD 120 boasts a great power-to-weight ratio, plus AWD and diff lock. It's a reliable pick for any garage.
The Western Star 6900XD, a 10-wheeled beast with massive 53” tires, AWD, and diff lock, is a must-have for all your off-road endeavours.

Take a look at those beasts!





[h3]⚙️ This DLC also brings new improvements and contents to the game, read the patch notes here: [/h3]


[h3]New Content[/h3]

[DLC] New Trucks
🚛 Western Star 6900XD
🚛 Freightliner FLD 120

[DLC] New Add-ons and Trailers
🛠️ Vehicle Extraction Kit for Western Star 6900XD
🛡️ Shield & Repair Supplies for Freightliner FLD 120
🔧 Service Cab for Freightliner FLD 120
🪵 Pacific P16 Pole Trailer Front
🪵 Pacific P16 Logging Trailer
🚰 Extended Water Tank
🪵 Double Logging Semi-Trailer

[h3]Vehicle Improvements[/h3]

💨 Fixed the issue where the smoke effect for the 'Outrolled' exhaust of the Derry Longhorn 3194 truck was shifted upward
🛞 Fixed the issue where the 'Spare Wheel' of the TUZ 16 "Actaeon" was located too close to the 'Long Logs' cargo after loading onto the truck
🌊 Fixed the issue with the Sleiter ST 816 "Elephant" truck not sinking in water
🛠️ Fixed the issue with the disappeared collision from the rear part of the Sleiter ST816 “Elephant” truck with the 'SLEI-64 Loading Crane' addon installed
⚙️ Fixed the issue with the wheel hub of the Mercer K520 truck displayed over the rims from the "Jack of All Treads Tire Pack" DLC
🔍 Fixed the issue with glass textures missing for the Derry Longhorn 4520 truck in cockpit camera mode
🎥 Fixed graphic artifacts in the cockpit camera mode for the Tatra FORCE T815-7 truck
🛞 Fixed the issue where the 'Spare Wheels' upgrade shook excessively on the 'Mercer K520' truck when it tipped over on its side
📋 Fixed the issue where the 'Compatibility' panel was not displayed if the truck only had log addons from special addons
🛒 Fixed the issue where other trailers could be purchased in the 'Trailer Store' while farming trailers were attached to the truck
🚰 Fixed the issue where the water quantity indicator of the ‘Water tank long’ addon passed through the cistern boundaries
🗺️ Fixed the issue where an assert error occurred when opening the 'Minimap' menu with an active animation from the 'Prototype Exploration Unit' trailer, 'Metal Detector Module', or 'Portable Radar' addons

[h3]Logging Fixes & Improvements[/h3]

📦 Fixed the issue where some trucks with the 'Short Logging Frame' addon jumped into the air after purchasing the Futom-M Logging Trailer in the 'Trailer Store'
❗ Fixed the issue where the "Unknown problem" message appeared after packing 2 units of Logs cargo on any Log trailer with the 'Log Carrier Front' addon installed on the truck
🚛 Fixed the issue where the Futom Logging Trailers were positioned too close to the 'Medium Logging Frame' addon on the 'International Paystar 5070' truck
📉 Fixed the issue where logs disappeared from the log trailer after packing cargo if one log was in a non-packable position
📦 Fixed the issue where 'Short Logs' sometimes could not be packed on the 'Futom-S Logging Trailer' after unpacking cargo
🔁 Fixed the issue where 'Long Logs' were located above the trailer after relaunching the game if the player was controlling another truck

[h3]Co-op[/h3]

🔄 Fixed the issue where an endless loading loop occurred when returning to the Main Menu after exiting a multiplayer session
⛔ Fixed the hardlock in the Co-op search screen when pressing the "Back" button
🚫 Fixed the issue where players blocked via EGS overlay could join Co-op sessions via session codes
🔁 Fixed the issue where connecting to a multiplayer session triggered endless level loading

[h3]Other Changes[/h3]

🚫 Fixed the issue where the "User-generated content is prohibited in your account" warning appeared when accessing the Mod Browser from the Main Menu
🎮 Fixed the issue where navigation controls (‘Move Up/Down’ and ‘A’ buttons) became unresponsive in core menus (Map, Pause, Truck Preview) after interacting with contextual sub-menus (Functions, Crane Mode, or addon interfaces)
🕹️ Fixed the issue with incorrect button bindings and hints across different steering wheels
🆕 Added Hori Force Feedback Racing Wheel support
🆕 Added Turtle Beach steering wheels support
🆕 Added multiple USB support for steering wheels
🔊 Fixed different sound effects issues
🎮 Added Steam Deck compatibility
🚀 Performance improvements
🗺️ Various visual fixes on maps
💥 Various crash fixes
🌍 Localization fixes


https://store.steampowered.com/app/1465360/SnowRunner/

Driver's Diary of May

May was a big one, Builders! 🌞


You couldn’t have missed it! May was all about RoadCraft’s launch and the wave of excitement it brought!

Between co-op chaos, clever roadwork, and tons of players jumping in, it’s been a wild ride already.
If you want to grab your copy, it’s here!

[h3]And hey nature lovers, a VP contest has started on our Discord! 🌿[/h3]

This month, we’re excited to kick off a nature-themed virtual photography contest over on our Discord server!
With stunning landscapes from SnowRunner, RoadCraft, and Expeditions, there’s no better way to explore the great outdoors (all from the comfort of your own home of course).

Share your best nature snapshots from our games in the Discord dedicated channel, whether it’s a lush forest, a calm lake, or a snowy mountain road, we want to see your most breathtaking shots! 🍃

You’ve got until June 11 to enter for a chance to win a key for the game of your choice between SnowRunner, Expeditions, or RoadCraft on any platform (except Switch) 🎁

Feel free to edit your images and submit as many photos as you like in one entry!
Join here!

Now, let’s take a look at what’s been going on across our three off-road simulation worlds!

🚧 RoadCraft: let the journey begin!


It’s been over a week since RoadCraft launched, and we just want to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who’s jumped in, built, explored, and shared their experiences with us so far.
Your enthusiasm, feedback, and support have been incredible, and it really motivates us to keep improving the game. 💛

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We’re thrilled to see the community coming together and can’t wait to bring you even more updates and content in the weeks ahead!

[h3]🔧 Speaking of updates, we’ve just released a hotfix![/h3]

This update 1.5 tackles the top issues you flagged: convoy AI is way smoother now, a bunch of visual glitches got fixed, vehicles feel more solid, and multiplayer runs are more stable overall.

You can find the full patch notes here!

And if you run into bugs, you can always report them here 🐞!

[h3]🚛 And what’s next?[/h3]

Another small patch should be released next week which will bring crash fixes!
Looking a bit further ahead, we’re cooking up more stuff and yep, new vehicles are coming your way!
Here’s a sneak peek at some machines currently running on AI… but soon, you’ll be behind the wheel.



[h3]❓ Still got some questions?[/h3]

You might find your answers in our recent posts:
🔹 FAQ
🔹 Post-launch community updates: here and here!


Thanks for building this with us. We’ve got big plans ahead and the road’s just getting started! 🚧

🚚 SnowRunner: Special RoadCraft collab and upcoming DLC!


This month, SnowRunner got in on the fun with a fresh RoadCraft-themed skin for the Voron AE-4380, plus exclusive stickers to deck out your trucks.


Big shoutout to all of you rocking the new look out on the trails!

[h3]Also coming soon to SnowRunner this June: the DLC Western Star and Freightliner! 🚛[/h3]

This standalone DLC brings two powerful new trucks to the game and if you've been with us since MudRunner, you might recognize them! Both have been lovingly rebuilt from the ground up for SnowRunner:

🔹 the Western Star 6900XD
🔹 the Freightliner FLD120.


Get ready to hit the trails with these beasts!

🧭 Expeditions: Season 3 incoming!


Expeditions also joined the party with a special skin for the Collie PUG and stickers too!
And that’s not all! We teased Season 3 last month and now you can test it right away on the Public Beta Branch.
Here’s a little recap on how to join the Public Beta Branch: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2477340/view/6292166527277263125

An update just dropped this week to smooth things out, so if you’re eager to explore new vehicles, maps, and drones, jump in now.
The full launch is just around the corner!



How to stay in touch with us?


Our Discord server is the beating heart of the community across SnowRunner, RoadCraft, and Expeditions.
Come hang out, give feedback, or find teammates to build and explore with!

You can also follow us on:
- X
- Facebook
- Instagram
- YouTube
- Focus Together

That’s all for this month, thanks again for playing and being part of the ride.
See you in June Drivers!


https://store.steampowered.com/app/1465360/SnowRunner/