Experience the open road like never before with American Truck Simulator! This sequel to the popular Euro Truck Simulator 2 boasts a massive fanbase and an incredible library of mods. Choosing the right mods can significantly enhance your gameplay. Here are ten top mods to supercharge your ATS experience (note: compatibility may vary, and mods can be enabled/disabled individually within the game).
TruckersMP: Multiplayer Mayhem
While American Truck Simulator now features a multiplayer mode, the TruckersMP mod offers a richer experience. Team up with up to 63 other players across various servers, complete with a moderation team to keep things fair. It surpasses the built-in Convoy mode in several aspects.
Realistic Truck Wear: A More Realistic Driving Experience
This mod refines the game's damage system for a more authentic feel. Instead of immediate replacement, tires can be retreaded multiple times. However, it's not all positive; insurance costs increase, incentivizing safer driving. The Steam Workshop discussions, including contributions from real truckers, are also worth exploring.
Sound Fixes Pack: Immersive Audio Enhancements
This mod (also available for ETS2) enhances the game's audio with numerous tweaks and new sounds. Subtle improvements, like more noticeable wind noise with open windows, and more pronounced reverb under bridges, add significant immersion. Five new air horns are an added bonus!
Real Companies, Gas Stations, and Billboards: A Touch of Reality
Unlike many open-world games, this mod incorporates real-world brands like Walmart, UPS, and Shell, adding authenticity to the ATS landscape.
Realistic Truck Physics: Enhanced Handling
This mod improves vehicle suspension and other physics aspects for a more realistic driving simulation. It's designed to enhance, not drastically alter, the gameplay, appealing to those seeking a more authentic trucking experience. Available for both ATS and ETS2.
Ludicrously Long Trailers: A Hilarious Challenge
For those seeking a unique challenge (especially streamers!), this mod introduces absurdly long trailers. While fun for single-player, it's incompatible with multiplayer.
Realistic Brutal Graphics and Weather: Enhanced Visuals
This mod enhances the game's weather system with improved visuals and new skyboxes. Experience more realistic fog effects and atmospheric conditions without demanding high-end hardware.
Slow Traffic Vehicles: Increased Realism
This mod adds slow-moving vehicles like tractors and garbage trucks to the roads, increasing the realism and challenge of your journeys. Prepare for unexpected delays and strategic overtaking maneuvers.
Optimus Prime: For Transformers Fans
Eight different Optimus Prime skins are available, allowing you to drive around as the iconic Autobot leader (requires purchasing the appropriate truck model).
More Realistic Fines: A Riskier Approach
This mod adjusts the penalty system, making minor infractions less punishing, but increasing the risk of serious accidents due to reckless driving.
These ten mods offer a variety of enhancements for American Truck Simulator. For European adventures, explore similar mods for Euro Truck Simulator 2.
