Truck Mechanic: Dangerous Paths — Dev Diary #100

[h3]Hello, Truck Mechanics![/h3][p]We've got exciting updates to share! The latest build introduces two major improvements: a brand-new dynamic road deformation system and a revamped truck damage model. Both features work hand-in-hand to make every journey more immersive, challenging, and authentic.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Let's start with the terrain. Roads are no longer just static textures — they'll now react to your driving. As you move across muddy trails, notice the ground slowly deforming under your wheels. The surface compresses, forming visible ruts and grooves that stay behind as evidence of your journey. During rain, this system becomes even more dynamic: roads soften and slightly expand, making the surface wetter and heavier. Your truck may sink a little deeper into the mud and overall feel heavier to control. Once the rain stops, the roads will gradually firm up again, returning to their original state.[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p] [/p][p]At the same time, we've completely reworked the truck damage system. Instead of the binary "broken/fine" part status, damage now accumulates gradually and affects your truck's performance in realistic ways. If the engine takes a hit, you'll start to notice power loss, slower gear changes, or even missing gear stages. Starting the truck may take longer, and keeping speed on steep climbs become more difficult. Wheel and suspension damage now matter just as much: when your wheels wear down, braking efficiency drops, suspension weakens, and steering feels less responsive. In extreme cases, the truck may begin to pull to one side, forcing you to fight the wheel just to stay on track. All these problems can be fixed — repairing damaged parts on the anvil will reduce or completely remove such penalties. But until then, you'll have to adapt your driving, especially on soft, rain-soaked roads where any mistake can make things worse.[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p] All these changes are the result of the impressions you shared with us. They've been among the most requested improvements, so we spared no time in making them a reality.

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