After 13 Years and £250 in DLC, Euro Truck Simulator 2 Teases UK Rework with the Quintessential ‘Proper Cup of Tea’

In a move of perfectly British, understated brilliance, SCS Software, the developer behind the globally beloved Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2), has dropped the clearest possible hint of the game’s most long-awaited update: a complete rework of the United Kingdom map.

The £250 Elephant in the Garage: A Necessary Overhaul

Launched back in 2012, ETS2 has evolved into one of the most content-rich simulation games on the market. Over its 13-year lifespan, the game has accumulated an extensive library of map expansions and truck accessories DLC—estimated by some players to be worth over $320 (approx. £250). However, the UK portion of the map, a part of the original base game, has visibly lagged behind the graphical fidelity and detail of modern expansions like Iberia or the upcoming Nordic Horizons DLC.

The original UK map suffers from:

• Outdated Assets: Road textures, buildings, and general scenery that pale in comparison to the newer, highly detailed European regions.
• Inaccurate Scale: The UK was mapped at a different, smaller scale than current SCS standards, making the driving experience feel rushed and less realistic.
• A Lack of Atmosphere: Missing the unique feel and specific landmarks that give character to the rest of the Continent.

This stark contrast has made the UK a low point for many veteran players, leading to constant, years-long pleas to SCS Software for a comprehensive rebuild.

The Perfect Tease: How to Make a Proper Cuppa

The developer’s recent teaser video, “How To: Proper Cup of Tea,” delivered the news in the most quintessentially British way. The video meticulously—and hilariously—guides viewers through the “essential” process, from the sacred 3 to 5-minute steep time to the controversial act of “pressing the tea bag against the side of the cup to extract every last drop.”

While devoid of actual in-game screenshots, the context is undeniable. The video is a clear, cultural nod to the British Isles, signaling that the long-promised UK map rework is finally entering its public teasing phase. The timing also carries a subtle, political irony, with the update coming years after Brexit, which has fundamentally changed the real-world logistics of trucking between the UK and the European Union. Players are keenly awaiting to see how SCS handles the in-game simulation of customs and border checks at ports like Dover and Calais.

What to Expect from the Free Rework

The UK rework is expected to be a free update for all owners of the base game, following SCS’s precedent with other base-map reworks (such as the recent overhaul of Austria). This is critical, as it addresses the core quality of the game without adding to the already substantial DLC investment.

Based on community speculation and previous reworks, the update is likely to include:

• Geographical Rescale: A more accurate, larger scale for the map to match the density and feel of modern DLC.
• New Road Layouts: Updating motorways, like the M1 and M6, and addressing the often-criticised lack of detail in urban areas like London, Glasgow, and Edinburgh.
• Realistic Scenery: Introducing more distinct British landmarks, architecture, and roadside features to reflect the regional diversity of England, Scotland, and Wales.
• Brexit Simulation: Integrating some form of border complexity, such as mandatory checks or customs queues, reflecting the current real-world logistical challenges for haulage companies.

The trucking simulator community is already buzzing, celebrating the news that their beloved driving experience is set to become even more immersive. The development team’s continued commitment to refreshing its decade-old content—alongside building brand new expansions like Iceland—cements Euro Truck Simulator 2‘s status as a living, evolving masterclass in the simulation genre.

The final question remains: when the update launches, will players be able to successfully make a “proper cup of tea” in their virtual cabins? For now, the community will patiently wait, perhaps with a cup of tea in hand, for the next official news from SCS Software.