The Bus News

[p][/p][p][/p][p]Dear Community,[/p][p]The time has come – the next big stop on our roadmap is just around the corner:
The Hamburg City DLC for The Bus will be released on July 31, 2025![/p][p][/p][p]Explore the Hanseatic city behind the wheel of your bus, drive along realistic routes, and discover faithfully recreated landmarks. Hamburg is waiting for you![/p][p][/p][p]🎉 There will also be a launch discount![/p][p]The regular price of the Hamburg City DLC will be €29.95. During the first week after release you can get the DLC for only €26.95 – that’s around 10% off![/p][p][/p][p]Get ready to take the driver’s seat – see you in Hamburg! 🚌[/p][p]➡ https://links.aerosoft.com/TheBusHamburg[/p][p][/p]

[p]Today we're taking a look at the upcoming Hamburg DLC for The Bus! 🚌[/p][p][/p][p]It's still in development, but we're already checking out the repaints – and of course, we're taking them out for a spin. 🚦🗺️[/p][p][/p][p]Hop on board![/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p][/p]

[h3]New video for The Bus – Hamburg City DLC: Watch it now on YouTube![/h3][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]After the fantastic feedback on our last clip, today we’re excited to share another atmospheric video from our upcoming The Bus DLC – Hamburg City.
Immerse yourself in the captivating scenery of the Hanseatic city, both by day and by night.[/p][p]Featured in the video are highlights such as Steinstraße with the Saturn parking garage, the impressive headquarters of Die Zeit newspaper, the Bismarck Monument in Alter Elbpark, the Millerntor junction with St. Pauli underground station, and the striking Dancing Towers. Of course, the Kornhaus Bridge, Rödingsmarkt, and evocative views of the Speicherstadt are also part of the tour.[/p][p]The video takes you on a short but impressive ride along key sections of lines 6 and 17 — a real treat for fans of urban scenery![/p][p]Over two years of development and countless custom-made 3D models — many created using original data from Hamburg’s geoportal — ensure an authenticity never before seen in The Bus.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]👉 Watch now and be sure to add it to your wishlist! [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][hr][/hr][h2][/h2]

[p]After nearly 80 developer diaries and countless screenshots, the time has finally come:
The first official video teaser for the Hamburg City Add-on for The Bus by Halycon Media is here – featuring real in-game footage![/p][p][/p][p]This atmospheric video takes you on a short but impressive ride through some of the most iconic sections of lines 6 and 17.
Whether it’s around the central station, past the Feldstraße bunker, through the historic Speicherstadt, or alongside Hamburg’s characteristic churches – this teaser offers a first visual impression of the add-on’s remarkable attention to detail.[/p][p][/p][p]With over two years of development and countless custom-made 3D objects – many of them based on real-world data from Hamburg’s Geoportal – Hamburg City in The Bus looks more authentic than ever before.[/p][p][/p][p]Two minutes full of atmosphere – for fans of The Bus, Hamburg lovers, and those who are about to become one.[/p][p][/p][p]🎥 The video is now available on YouTube![/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]Dive in and get your first look at the new Hamburg City Add-on for The Bus.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]In this entry of our developer diary, we’re heading back to Barmbek Station.
We first introduced the 3D model of the station building in Developer Diary #54. This time, we have much more to show you: the station has now been fully integrated into the game world, and the entire surrounding area has been carefully designed.[/p][p]For those interested in the historical background of Barmbek Station, you’ll find a link to our earlier post at the end of this article.[/p][p][/p][h3]Barmbek Station Comes to Life[/h3][p]The station is now completely embedded into the map. The surrounding streets have been laid out, numerous nearby buildings have been constructed, and countless details have been added to bring the area to life.[/p][p]One special feature: from bus line 17, players can clearly see the elevated tracks where local trains pass above. Both the U3 subway line and the S1 suburban railway are featured as AI-controlled trains, recreated in their characteristic Hamburg style especially for the DLC.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]A Major Transportation Hub[/h3][p]Just like in real life, Barmbek Station serves as a major transport hub where the subway, suburban rail, and various bus lines intersect. For the bus lines that terminate here, we’ve added lay-bys in the northern section on Krüsistraße, complete with static buses to bring authenticity to the scene.[/p][p]To faithfully recreate the station area, many 3D assets had to be custom modeled. This includes not only the station itself—its entrances, platforms, and buildings—but also the distinctive brick structures along Krüsistraße, the well-known outdoor retailer on the south side near the round bunker, all bridge constructions to the east and west, and numerous other buildings typical of the neighborhood.[/p][p]As in the real-world counterpart, the station is built on an embankment, with tracks running high above street level.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Crafted with Attention to Detail[/h3][p]You can see many of these elements in the screenshots provided: furnished waiting areas, roundabouts, market squares, signage, road markings, and more—all designed with great care and attention to detail.[/p][p]Please note that the images are from a work-in-progress version. We’re still refining many small elements to breathe even more life into the entire area.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Stay Up to Date[/h3][p]You can now find more information and additional screenshots of the DLC on the newly launched Steam product page.
While you're there, don’t forget to add The Bus – DLC Hamburg to your wishlist, so you won’t miss the release![/p][p]As always, the link to the Steam page is included at the end of this post.[/p][p][/p][h3]We Want to Hear From You![/h3][p]Do you have any questions or suggestions regarding the Hamburg add-on for The Bus?
Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover in an upcoming developer diary?[/p][p]Feel free to write to us at [email protected]—we might feature your request in a future update![/p][p][/p][p]Best regards,
Your Halycon Media Development Team[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]