Euro Truck Simulator 2: West Balkans

The West Balkans map expansion for Euro Truck Simulator 2 was developed and published by SCS Software and officially released on October 19, 2023. This DLC significantly broadened the southeastern portion of the in-game map by adding eight new countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Slovenia, along with a portion of Greece. The expansion was one of the most anticipated additions to ETS2, bringing a diverse and often underrepresented region into the simulation with detailed attention to geography, infrastructure, and cultural elements.

The West Balkans DLC offers a striking variety of landscapes and road types. Players can explore everything from coastal routes along the Adriatic Sea to dense forests, river valleys, and mountainous passes in the Dinaric Alps. Major infrastructure landmarks include the Pelješac Bridge in Croatia, Belgrade’s Gazela Bridge, and numerous border crossings that reflect real-world customs control areas. The map also features many regional architectural styles, traditional village layouts, and vibrant urban centers, all enhanced by authentic signage and local traffic behavior.

What makes the West Balkans especially compelling is the region's blend of modern development and historical charm. Drivers can pass through bustling capital cities like Belgrade, Skopje, and Tirana, then wind through narrow rural roads surrounded by old stone houses or monasteries tucked into mountainsides. The DLC includes dynamic road conditions, varied terrain elevations, and even ferry connections across the Adriatic. SCS Software also added new cargo types tied to local industries, such as construction materials, agriculture, and regional exports.

The expansion was heavily promoted with developer blog posts, preview videos, livestreams, and collaboration with the ETS2 modding community. Upon release, it was praised for its visual richness, authenticity, and the sheer scope of the new road network. Fans appreciated the cultural diversity captured across the eight countries and noted the challenging yet rewarding nature of the routes. The West Balkans DLC further solidified Euro Truck Simulator 2's reputation for providing immersive, high-quality expansions that go beyond mere map additions.

Included with the West Balkans DLC:

• Eight new countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Slovenia

• Over 30 new cities, including Belgrade, Sarajevo, Skopje, Tirana, Split, and Ljubljana

• Famous landmarks like the Pelješac Bridge and historic Old Town areas

• New industries and cargo types specific to the Balkan region

• Detailed border crossings with functional checkpoints and signage

• Authentic architecture, road signs, and local environmental assets across diverse terrains