💻 The Technical Revolution: Farewell DirectX 9, Hello DirectX 11
🛠️ The Core Technical Evolution: Say Goodbye to DirectX 9
The AI vehicle fleet was updated to include more diverse and detailed vehicles.
: A long-requested UI feature allows you to see your hired drivers, owned trucks, and trailers directly on the manager map. Gameplay and AI Improvements ets2 135 to 136 patch new
The most monumental change in the 1.36 update was the complete transition to as the game's graphics API, with the removal of support for the legacy DirectX 9. As SCS Software explained, this represented "probably the biggest system change we have ever implemented". Moving away from DX9 allowed developers to fully leverage modern hardware, eliminating many of the API's former limitations.
For players who need to stay on an older version or who want to ensure they're on the latest:
The ETS2 community broadly celebrated the 1.36 update. The official discussion thread on the SCS Software forum became a hub for feedback, with players praising Corsica's scenic beauty and the new GPS features. 💻 The Technical Revolution: Farewell DirectX 9, Hello
: New GPS functionality that allows you to set specific pins on the map to tell your navigation system which areas to avoid. Enhanced Manager Maps
The forced migration to DirectX 11 meant that the 1.36 patch temporarily broke a significant portion of the game's modding ecosystem.
: The game now runs exclusively on DirectX 11. As SCS Software explained, this represented "probably the
Each area comes with (e.g., olive oil from Italy, cheese from France) that have temperature‑sensitive delivery windows , adding a layer of logistical challenge.
: The update added several new vehicles to the traffic pool, increasing the variety of cars and trucks seen on European roads. Summary of Key Changes (1.35 vs. 1.36) Update 1.35 Highlights Update 1.36 Highlights Graphics Experimental DX11 support Full DX11 support ; DX9 removed New Territory (France) Gameplay Voice Navigation added Detours system implemented Management Online Garage Purchase AI drivers visible on map
Players can now set specific "avoidance pins" on their GPS to bypass certain roads or areas during navigation.
The random road incident system was fine-tuned. The frequency slider became more accurate, ensuring accidents and emergency road closures forced creative rerouting without breaking gameplay flow. 💾 Modding and Compatibility Impacts