{"id":1887,"date":"2026-04-08T20:25:04","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T17:25:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gamermarkt.com\/blog\/?p=1887"},"modified":"2026-07-09T13:28:49","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T10:28:49","slug":"ets2-turkey-dlc-confirmed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gamermarkt.com\/blog\/ets2-turkey-dlc-confirmed\/","title":{"rendered":"Euro Truck Simulator 2 Turkey DLC Confirmed: Everything We Know So Far"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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SCS Software has officially confirmed a Turkey DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2, marking the game’s first expansion beyond continental Europe into Asia.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n

On April 8, 2026, SCS Software shared an exclusive teaser video through IGN Turkey, officially confirming a Turkey map expansion for Euro Truck Simulator 2. This is not a small addition. The entire country is reportedly in development, making this ETS2’s first step beyond the borders of continental Europe and into Asia.<\/p>\n\n

What Turkey Content Already Exists in ETS2?<\/h2>\n\n

Turkey is not entirely new to ETS2. The Road to the Black Sea<\/strong> DLC, released on December 5, 2019, added Romania, Bulgaria, and the European part of Turkey (the Trakya\/East Thrace region). Players could cross the Kapikule border and drive into Edirne and Istanbul, which was designed as one of the largest cities in the game. Istanbul featured recognisable landmarks, the Metrobus system, Bosphorus views, and dense urban road networks.<\/p>\n\n

However, that content covered only a small fraction of Turkey. The Asian side of Istanbul, Ankara, the Aegean coast, the Mediterranean, the Black Sea region, and all of eastern Anatolia were completely absent. Community-made mods like YKS Turkey Map, Roextended, and TR Extended Map have attempted to fill this gap with varying levels of quality, but none can match the polish and optimisation of an official SCS release.<\/p>\n\n

What Will the New DLC Include?<\/h2>\n\n

Based on the announcement and community analysis, SCS is developing the whole country<\/strong>. Turkey spans 783,356 square kilometres, sitting at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Even at the game’s 1:19 scale, this represents a massive map area.<\/p>\n\n

Players can expect major cities like Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, Trabzon, and potentially Diyarbakir, alongside a huge variety of terrain. Turkey offers long motorways, mountain passes, dry plateaus, lush coastlines, and everything in between. New industries, delivery types, regional traffic patterns, and a distinct atmosphere should make this DLC feel unlike any previous European expansion.<\/p>\n\n

Why Turkey Instead of Russia?<\/h2>\n\n

SCS Software originally planned to expand eastward through Russia with the Heart of Russia<\/strong> DLC. That project was postponed indefinitely in March 2022 due to the war in Ukraine. Rather than waiting, SCS chose an alternative gateway to the east: Turkey.<\/p>\n\n

Turkey serves as a natural bridge between Europe and Asia. This decision is not just practical but also strategic. If the Turkey DLC succeeds, it opens a clear path toward the Caucasus region (Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan) and potentially further into Asia. SCS has never been strictly limited by geography. The game’s identity revolves around cabover truck culture and long-distance hauling, both of which extend well beyond Europe’s borders.<\/p>\n\n

Estimated Release Timeline<\/h2>\n\n

SCS Software has not announced a release date. However, their current DLC schedule provides a reasonable framework:<\/p>\n\n

Year<\/th>Expected ETS2 Content<\/th>Status<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
2026<\/td>Iceland DLC, Benelux Rework<\/td>Steam page live, in development<\/td><\/tr>
2027<\/td>Isle of Ireland DLC, UK Rework<\/td>Steam page live, in development<\/td><\/tr>
2028 (estimate)<\/td>Turkey DLC<\/td>Officially confirmed, early development<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n

SCS typically releases one major map DLC per year. Given that Iceland and Ireland are already queued, a 2028 release<\/strong> is the most widely expected timeline. The Steam store page has not yet appeared, which usually happens 12 to 18 months before launch.<\/p>\n\n

The Bigger Picture: ETS2’s Future Beyond Europe<\/h2>\n\n

Turkey is more than just another DLC. It represents a fundamental shift in what ETS2 can be. For over a decade, the game stayed within Europe, expanding country by country. With Turkey, SCS is signalling that the game’s map can grow in entirely new directions.<\/p>\n\n

If the Caucasus or Middle Eastern regions follow, ETS2 could eventually offer continental-scale journeys connecting Western Europe to Central Asia. That is still speculative, but the Turkey DLC makes it a realistic possibility for the first time.<\/p>\n\n

Road to the Black Sea: Still Worth Buying<\/h2>\n

The existing Road to the Black Sea DLC ($17.99, often on sale for $8.99) is likely to serve as a direct connection point for the Turkey expansion, since it already includes the Trakya region and Istanbul’s European side. Picking it up now is a smart move for anyone planning to explore Turkey when the new DLC arrives.<\/p>\n

The Parts Most Players Get Curious About<\/h2>\n\n

Will the Turkey DLC be free?<\/h3>\n\n

No. All SCS map expansions are paid DLC. Recent map DLCs have been priced between $11.99 and $17.99. No price has been announced yet for Turkey.<\/p>\n\n

Will it include Cyprus?<\/h3>\n\n

There is no indication of this. Community consensus suggests Cyprus is unlikely due to political complexities surrounding the island.<\/p>\n\n

How does this relate to the Coach DLC (Project Coaches)?<\/h3>\n\n

Project Coaches is a separate vehicle-type DLC currently focused on European routes. It is being developed independently and is not expected to launch alongside the Turkey expansion, though Turkey may receive coach support in a later update.<\/p>\n\n

Can I use Turkey map mods while waiting?<\/h3>\n\n

Yes. Mods like YKS Turkey Map and Roextended offer extensive Turkey coverage and are regularly updated for the latest game version (currently 1.58). They require several official DLCs to function (typically Road to the Black Sea, Going East, Scandinavia, and others). Be aware that these mods will likely become partially incompatible once the official DLC releases.<\/p>\n\n

What Comes Next<\/h2>\n\n

SCS Software is expected to publish an official blog post and eventually open a Steam store page for the Turkey DLC. Until then, the teaser shared through IGN Turkey is the primary confirmation. For ETS2 players, this marks one of the most significant announcements in the game’s history: the moment Euro Truck Simulator stopped being strictly European and became something bigger.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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