- Bus Simulator 27 – Update 1.17 - 1 October 2026
Bus Simulator 27 – Update 1.17 🚌We just released Update 1.17 introducing Stop Requests, the option to start a drive from the depot as well as some additional game improvements.Critical FixesFix for Xbox crash related to changes in player settings.Fixed a crash when colliding with a pedestrian.Fixed Xbox Series OOM crashes related to loading fonts.Quality of Life ImprovementsPassengers can now request a stop. You'll hear a signal when someone wants to get off at the next stop.You can now start an Extra Trip from the nearest bus depot.MultiplayerNumerous multiplayer fixes, including rubberbanding while driving, pedestrian and UI desyncs, and AI driver behaviour.Traffic AIImprovements to workflow on junctions in Station District, Villa Urbana, Grand Promenade, High Coast and Iron District.Fixed buses being unable to turn left when leaving the Lower Bus Terminal in Station District from pl…
- Tips: Hardware, Settings and Performance - 25 September 2026
The graphic above offers an overview of PC systems and hardware and which settings should work best for you when playing Bus Simulator 27. When starting the game for the first time, the game’s integrated hardware detection scans your system and chooses fitting settings for you automatically. Anyway, if you want to change some of the settings to customize your experience according your needs or if you are experiencing performance issues while playing, here are some tips for you. Assess Your PC & Find Your BottleneckNot every PC fits perfectly into one of the categories above – and that’s completely normal. Your GPU might be Performance PC level while your CPU is closer to Standard PC. To assess your system, compare your GPU, CPU and RAM individually with the reference components in the graphic. Your weakest component determines your overall system category and is also the first place to…
- Bus Simulator 27 – Update 1.16 🚌 - 24 September 2026
Bus Simulator 27 – Update 1.16 🚌We just released Update 1.16. This new update introduces numerous game improvements and fixes. Here are the detailed patch notes:Critical FixesFixed most occurring crashes related to NPCs.MultiplayerFixed issues with the client not being updated in real time on the employee panel and bus routes.Now the "Back To Square One" quest does not disappear for the client.Fixed a character model disappearing after being hit by a bus.Traffic AIFixed lines on an intersection not being respected by traffic.Next batch of improvements to traffic overall — you should now see fewer deadlocks, rear-end collisions and flying cars.Old Town district road junctions should be smoother now.Gameplay / UIFixed issues with predefined lines, buses, and employees when restarting or cancelling the Full Circle mission.Fixed the player being unable to move after using "leave trip" in t…
- Bus Simulator 27 – Hotfix 1.15.1 - 22 September 2026
Hey bus drivers 🚌We just released a smaller hotfix, which fixes the issues with passengers getting stuck or blocking walkways and doors.Patch Notes:Fixed issues with passenger stuck or blocking walkways and doors.Terminal in Iveco Bus Urbanway 18 now is correctly placedMore updates will follow soon!Your Bus Simulator team
- Bus Simulator 27 – Hotfix 1.15 - 17 September 2026
Hey Bus Drivers! 🚌We just released Update 1.15. This new update introduces a number of traffic and other additional game improvements and fixes. Here are the detailed patch notes:Bus Simulator 27 – Hotfix 1.15Stability & Critical FixesFixed a crash related to crowd characters that could also cause floating hairFixed certain savegames taking extremely long to loadFixed AI buses getting stuck between trips when specific bus stops were includedAI Traffic general Improvements Traffic & GameplayFixed further cases of incorrect turn-indicator penaltiesFixed false turn-indicator penalties when approaching bus stopsFixed problematic junctions in Station District, Iron District, Villa Urbana and High CoastImproved AI collision prediction and handling at problematic junctionsReduced cases of AI vehicles colliding with each other or the player busFixed passenger demand sometimes resulting in empt…
- Bus Simulator 27 – Hotfix 1.14 - 11 September 2026
Hey Bus Drivers! 🚌Update 1.14 is now available for download - intruducing a number of additional game improvements and fixes. Here are the detailed patch notes:Stability & Critical FixesFixed a PC crash related to an access violationFixed a gameplay crash related to high NPC countsAdded further safeguards against save-related crashesAdditional stability improvementsTraffic & GameplayImproved AI cars and buses colliding with the player’s busFixed penalties not being applied correctly after completing a bus routeFixed AI buses assigned to lines never leaving the depotFixed buses visibly shaking while stationary / pulled overAll buses can now handle T1 / narrow turnsFixed passengers walking past the driver before returning to buy a ticketMultiplayerFixed grey loading screen after being kicked from a sessionFixed passengers remaining visibly seated for clients after leaving a busFixed pass…
- Bus Simulator 27 – Hotfix | Version 1.13 - 9 September 2026
Hey Bus Drivers! 🚌Hotfix 1.13 is now available, bringing further crash fixes, traffic improvements, multiplayer adjustments and several gameplay and vehicle fixes. QoL ImprovementAdded Quick Look camera functionality: Bind Look Left / Right on Steering Wheel is now possibleStability & Critical FixesFixed loss of controls / potential crash when changing World Time while sitting in an AI-controlled busFurther stability improvements and minor fixesTraffic & PenaltiesFixed incorrect turn-signal penalties when the system was disabledFixed missing penalties when turning without an indicatorFixed incorrect lane-change penalties even after using the indicatorTemporarily reduced traffic density on High and Epic settings to improve traffic behavior and stabilityMultiplayerAdded a grace period for collision penalties and repair costsFixed players spawning inside the floor after joining a sessionG…
- Bus Simulator 27 – Hotfix | Version 1.12 - 8 September 2026
Hey Bus Drivers! 🚌Hotfix 1.12 is now available, bringing another round of important fixes and improvements.Stability & Critical FixesFixed an issue with bloated savegames that could cause crashes when launching the game on PS5, including additional recovery measures for affected saves.Fixed buses not spawning correctly when starting a Test Drive.Further crash and stability fixes.Traffic & GameplayAdjusted the Crisis 1 bus-line income goal to 30,000.Improved junction setups to address further traffic issues.Fixed incorrect red-light penalties when entering a junction on green.Reduced traffic collision penalties.Improved traffic flow around the stadium.Fixed curb detection at rail crossings.Further traffic stability improvements.Vehicles & PassengersFixed acceleration issues affecting several buses.Fixed passenger seating and NPCs getting stuck around seats/front doors.Fixed passenger ev…
- Bus Simulator 27 - Now available! - 8 September 2026
The time has come: Bus Simulator 27 got officially released for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S! So, take a seat and ride the sunshine! 🚌🌴☀️ Watch the official Launch Trailer: We hope you will enjoy it and wish you a good time driving and managing your own bus company in Felicia Bay! Your Bus Simulator team
- Bus Simulator 27 – Pre-Access Hotfix #3 | Version 1.10 - 7 September 2026
Hey Bus Drivers! 🚌Our next Pre-Access hotfix is now available!Update 1.10 focuses on fixing several crashes and progression blockers, alongside improvements to traffic, vehicles, UI, visuals, and a number of additional smaller fixes.The team is continuing to work through your reports, with further fixes and improvements already in development for the next updates.Changelog: Update 1.10 / Pre-Access Hotfix #3: Stability & Critical FixesFixed crash / loss of controls when changing World Time while sitting in an AI-controlled bus (in most cases)Fixed crash when acquiring a large number of busesFixed infinite loading screen when starting line serviceFixed getting stuck after logging out from line service in the depotFurther stability and crash fixes Traffic & GameplayContinued improvements to right-of-way behavior at junctionsPriority roadsRoundaboutsLeft turnsFixed missing rear lights on…
- Bus Simulator 27 – Pre-Access Hotfix #2 | Version 1.09 - 5 September 2026
Hey Bus Drivers! 🚌 Our second Pre-Access hotfix is now available!Version 1.09 brings further improvements to the save system, additional stability and crash fixes, performance improvements, and a number of smaller fixes across the game.We also want to highlight an issue with traffic behavior at junctions that the team is currently working on.🚗 Traffic & GameplayWe are aware that traffic can currently behave incorrectly when determining right of way at junctions.This can affect several situations, including:Priority roadsRoundaboutsLeft turnsOther junction situations where multiple vehicles need to determine who has the right of wayThe issue has been identified and the team is actively working on further improvements to the traffic system.Additional traffic fixes and improvements are planned for upcoming updates.💾 Save SystemFurther improved and hardened the save system.Added addition…
- First Pre-Access Hotfix - 4 September 2026
Our first hotfix since the start of Pre-Access is now available Version 1.08.This update focuses on some of the most important issues reported since release, including broken save game files, multiplayer problems, UI improvements, vehicle fixes, and several smaller stability and performance improvements. 🚨 Important: Turn Signal & Curb PenaltiesWe are aware that penalties for turn signal usage and hitting the curb can currently trigger incorrectly in certain situations.As a temporary measure, this hotfix sets the option for both penalties to disabled while we continue working on a proper fix for the underlying issues.For this weekend, we recommend keeping both penalties turned OFF to avoid receiving incorrect penalties.This is only intended as a temporary workaround and we are already working on further improvements. ⚙️ Stability & PerformanceFix for savegame corruptionsAdded several s…
- Bus Simulator 27 – Multiplayer Trailer - 19 August 2026
Bus Simulator 27 is going to officially launch on September 8, 2026, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Our brand-new Multiplayer Trailer showcases the various ways you can work together with friends to establish your public transport company in Felicia Bay! Watch the Multiplayer Trailer:Play togetherFelicia Bay is looking for new bus drivers to help rebuild the region’s public transport network. Fortunately, you do not have to take on this challenge alone: In the cooperative multiplayer mode for up to four players, you can establish, expand, and manage your own bus company together as a team. Drive and manage your company togetherOnce the company is up and running, the team can take to the roads of Felicia Bay. Players can operate the same route together or independently take charge of different lines. They can also join another player’s bus to assist with tasks such as checking passeng…
- Bus Simulator 27 - City Bus Trailer - 14 July 2026
Bus Simulator 27 will launch with the largest bus fleet in the history of the game series. You can look forward to more than 45 officially licensed buses from 13 renowned manufacturers, including numerous brand-new models and brands. Today's trailer puts a spotlight on city buses and showcases the brands as well as some of the city bus models included in the game.So, take a seat and ride the sunshine! 🚌🌴☀️For the first time in the history of the series, both city buses and coach buses will be available. The new coach bus journeys, including their corresponding vehicles, were recently introduced in the Coach Bus Journey Trailer.As you build Felicia Bay’s public transport network, a wide selection of different bus types will be available to you - from classic diesel buses, CNG buses to modern electric buses and hydrogen buses. The fleet also offers plenty of variety when it comes to siz…
- Bus Simulator 27 - Closed Playtest - 10 July 2026
Good news: After the feedback we got from the demo, we are now planning a bigger Closed Playtest on PC. So, if you want to test the latest beta build of the game and help us to improve it even more on our road to release, here is your chance…APPLY NOW! 🚌🌴☀️ Link to the application form:🚍https://playtest.bussimulator.com Your Bus Simulator 27 team
- Bus Simulator 27 - Full Experience Trailer - 9 July 2026
Jump aboard and learn more about all the new features of Bus Simulator 27: the diverse bus fleet, officially licensed manufacturers, multiplayer with crossplay, company and staff management, route creation and schedule management, different game modes, the vibrant open world of Felicia Bay, numerous bus stops, and much more! So, take a seat and ride the sunshine 🚌🌴☀️Watch the Bus Simulator 27 - Full Experience Trailer:
- Update: DLSS & FSR support available now! - 18 June 2026
We just released a new update for the Bus Simulator 27 Demo, including some general game improvements and adding support for NVIDIA DLSS and AMD FSR. NVIDIA DLSS and AMD FSR were originally planned for the main game release, but after reading your feedback during Steam Next Fest, we decided to bring them forward right now. Performance has been one of the most discussed topics around the demo, so the team accelerated development and managed to include DLSS and FSR in today’s update, ready for the second half of Steam Next Fest. DLSS and FSR can help to improve the framerate by using modern upscaling technology. On supported hardware, this allows the game to render more efficiently while still aiming to keep image quality high. Depending on your hardware and selected settings, these options may also offer additional features such as frame generation. This update is an important step for u…
- Some insights about the Bus Simulator 27 Demo... - 17 June 2026
Since the release of the Bus Simulator 27 Demo here on Steam, we got a lot of feedback and a number of questions came up. So let’s dive a bit deeper… :-) About the DemoThe Bus Simulator 27 Demo is based on the current beta status of the game – not the final version. The game for sure will get more polished and fine-tuned till the release. In general, the Demo is meant to give you a first sneak peek into the exciting game world of Felicia Bay and how driving and servicing a route will work. To do so, the Demo offers access to the Tutorial, a City Drive route within one of the districts of Mequina, a long distance ride from Mequina to Alcaztelar, and a long-distance route from Alcaztelar back to Mequina.As you can see within the Demo’s menu screen, there are a number of features shown as locked. All of these will become available within the full game when it gets released on September 08,…
- Bus Simulator 27 Demo available now! - 15 June 2026
You want to get a sneak peek into the game? So, grab your keys and jump into the free PC demo during Steam Next Fest from June 15–22, 2026. Explore a stunning city bus route behind the wheel of the Solaris Urbino 12 electric, or embark on an extensive long-distance journey with the Mercedes-Benz Tourismo. Download the Demo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4311090And don’t miss to secure your ticket including lucrative pre-order boni right now!
- Bus Simulator Franchise Sale - 11 June 2026
We just started our Bus Simulator Franchise Sale on Steam. If you missed an older game or DLC of the series…get them now and save up to 80%! And if you didn’t pre-order Bus Simulator 27 yet…grab it now to secure your Deluxe Pack DLC as a pre-order bonus!Bus Simulator Franchise Salehttps://store.steampowered.com/developer/astragon/sale/BusFranchisePre-order Bus Simulator 27
