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NextSim22 | Announcement

Tune in: On August 12 at 8:00 p.m. (CEST), we will broadcast the NextSim22 stream on NPLAY's YouTube channel!

Look forward to exclusive interviews with developers and exciting news about numerous (partly even unannounced) Aerosoft simulators.

Don't miss it!

NPLAY: bit.ly/3zSfEG4

Watch the official trailer here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OevWme-DiwE

The Bus Update 1.11 - BETA

Update 1.11 of the Early Access of The Bus is now available as BETA for testing.

With this beta, the Atron is being added to The Bus. Moreover, you can expect bus stop displays, several bug fixes and art fixes.

For the full detailed list of changes, please, see the changelog below.

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Please create backup copies of your savegame files before switching to the EA BETA Update. Savegames may not be compatible with the new version of the game.

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ATTENTION: This is a BETA update. Technical problems, instability of the game as well as bugs during gameplay can be possible.

How to install the beta version of the update?

Quite easily:
  1. In your Library, you click with the right mouse button on the entry of the "The Bus"
  2. In the drop-menu, you click on the entry "Properties"
  3. In the window "The Bus - Properties" you select the tab "BETAS"
  4. In the field "Select the beta you would like to opt into:" select the entry "beta - Public beta"
  5. Now you can close the window and the beta version of the update should download right away
  6. After downloading the update you can start The Bus via the "PLAY" button
  7. In the main menu should now be the corresponding version number of the beta version of the update and you can test the update


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Changelog 0.15.51349 EA Beta
  • New Atron
  • Bus stop displays
  • Removed older operating plan that does have line 100
  • Fixed rotate camera to door option
  • Fixed crash in editor
  • Fixed driver window sounds for Scania Citywide
  • Art and Level Fixes
  • Performance optimizations**


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Changelog 0.15.52760 EA Beta
  • Updated path computation to avoid driving through blocked roads
  • Interactable Objects now get highlighted
  • Passengers may now choose to pay with card or phone
  • Passengers may now request a receipt
  • Passengers may leave some items behind when exiting the bus
  • Added Short Trip tickets
  • Fixed Atron clicks sometimes not going through
  • Art and Level Fixes
  • Performance optimizations**


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Changelog 0.15.52823 EA Beta
  • Added option to hide Interaction highlighting
  • Fixed driver window sounds
  • Fixed window shade and driver window keybinds
  • Reverted changes to atron/cashier camera
  • Added some variation to credit cards and phones
  • Fixed Inverted ICE trains
  • Art and Level Fixes
  • Performance optimizations**


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Changelog 0.15.53103 EA Beta
  • Reworked Buttons for MAN DD
  • Various fixes for the editor
  • Various fixes for Atron
  • Added nightmode to Atron
  • Changed payment method probability
  • Art and Level Fixes
  • Performance optimizations**


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Changelog 0.15.53221 EA Beta
  • Fixed MAN DD driver window sound
  • Fixed MAN DD stop brake keybind
  • Fixed MAN DD front door keybind
  • Fixed preview of eCitaro in Sony Center
  • Fixed rare case bus was blocked from spawning
  • Fixed ticket sale widget not showing entire text
  • Art and Level Fixes
  • Performance optimizations**


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Changelog 0.15.53314 EA Beta

  • Added experimental Atron Remote Control
    check Telemetry option in settings for info (requires restart)
  • Reverted MAN DD door keybind back to previous behavior*
  • Fixed missing foliage at “Am Friedrichshain” stop*
  • Art and Level Fixes
  • Performance optimizations**


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Changelog 0.15.53341 EA Beta

  • Fixed an issue that caused problems with weather and light*

* Only occurred during the BETA test of this update

** Please, be aware that the impact of performance optimisations varies from system to system due to hardware configurations, installed software, and other programs running in the background

The Bus Line 100 | Out Now

Attention: The new Line 100 is now available for The Bus!

Transport your passengers on one of Berlin’s well-known lines, starting from Alexanderplatz all the way to Zoologischer Garten and discover Berlin’s most famous sights along the way.

Enjoy!

The Bus Line 100 | Coming Soon

+++ COMING SOON: Line 100! +++

Soon, the virtual Berlin in The Bus (Early Access) will be expanded by Line 100!

Look forward to the known sightseeing route including the Victory Column, Bellevue Palace, the Reichstag building and the Nordic Embassies.

The Bus Update 1.10 - Released

Update 1.10 of the Early Access version of The Bus is here!

Look forward to compatibility with Steam Deck, new variants of the scania citywide buses as well as further improvements and bug fixes.

Following you will find a detailed list with all the changes.

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Changelog 0.14.50332 EA

  • With this update The Bus becomes Steam Deck compatible
  • Added 4 new variants of the scania citywide
  • Added steam workshop support for Operating Plans
  • Moved all buttons in the scania citywide to a new improved system
  • You can now configure how many people want to buy a ticket
  • Fixed bus stop being blocked when spawning
  • Fixed arcade mode drivers light
  • Fixed infinite autosaves
  • Broken objects are now removed when resetting
  • Fixed clipping when moving up the stairs in MAN DD
  • Fixed lag when entering/leaving tunnels
  • Screenshots made in photo mode are now added to the Steam Screenshot Library
  • Fixed a bug that would modify resolution when taking high res screenshots
  • Bus stop indicators are now hidden in photo mode
  • Resetting near the bus now also resets the bus
  • Reduced chance for trucks to spawn
  • Added option to rotate view towards the door when opened
  • Fixed fan noise cutting out when adjusting AC in MAN DD
  • Changed AI Vehicle sounds
  • Changed Materials of some AI vehicles
  • Fixed outside sound while inside the bus
  • Resetting now prefers the current route
  • Fixed play radio in background option
  • Fixed missing tram tracks
  • Fixed translation for ticket names
  • Added some bus traffic lights
  • Art and Level Fixes
  • Performance optimizations**



** Please, be aware that the impact of performance optimisations varies from system to system due to hardware configurations, installed software and other programs running in the background