Update 3.2 of the Early Access version of The Bus is now available as a BETA for testing.

Join us live on Twitch[twitch.tv] now for a first look at the Beta UPDATE!

This beta introduces AI buses to The Bus.

You’ll find the full list of changes in the changelog below.

⚠️ Please create backups of your savegames before switching to the EA BETA update.
Savegames may not be compatible with the new version.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: This is a BETA update. Technical issues, game instability, or gameplay bugs may occur.

It's simple:

1. In your Steam library, right-click on The Bus

2. Select "Properties" from the menu

3. In the The Bus - Properties window, go to the "BETAS" tab

4. Under "Select the beta you would like to opt into:", choose "beta-beta"

5. Close the window – the beta update should begin downloading automatically

6. Once the update is installed, click "PLAY" to start The Bus

7. The new beta version number should now be displayed in the main menu, and you can begin testing

• Added AI buses

• Added standing passengers

• Added articulation damping

• Speed-dependent steering is now automatically disabled for steering wheels

• Road elements now generate force feedback

• Passengers no longer get stuck in doors

• Passengers no longer enter through closed doors

• Fixed rain in articulated buses

• Servers can now require specific DLCs to join

• Occupied seats are now synced in multiplayer

• Passengers can switch to external camera by jumping

• Admins and moderators now appear colored in chat

• Temporary bans added

• Servers can now be started with current time

• Various level art fixes

• Performance improvements

• Fixed AI Busses spawning with wrong text on line display

• Fixed AI Busses deactivating collision of ground

• Fixed several crashes

This only applies within the BETA test of this update.

⚠️ Please note: The effects of performance improvements may vary depending on your system, hardware configuration, installed software, and other background processes.

With the release of our first expansion for the bus simulator The Bus, the Hamburg chapter is far from over – quite the opposite! Today, we’d like to give you a brief update on what’s happening behind the scenes and what you can look forward to next. 

Since the release, we’ve continued to receive valuable reports via TML’s reporting system – thank you to everyone contributing! Some of these reports relate to the DLC itself, while others concern the base game. We carefully review each message and are working continuously to fix issues and implement improvements in upcoming updates. 

The next big step is just around the corner: TML will soon include the feature for AI-controlled buses in a beta version of the game. Then it's time for us to test – especially on the Hamburg lines! 

Particular attention will be paid to challenging spots like the turning loop at Borgweg – a real test of skill, even for human drivers. Winterhude also features some tight sections that need close inspection and, if necessary, adjustments to the AI paths. Our goal: a smooth and realistic AI driving experience throughout the map. 

Once the AI buses are running flawlessly, they’ll arrive in Hamburg with a future update – as soon as TML officially enables the feature. 

Many of you have asked whether there will be further expansions for the Hamburg map after release. The answer is: yes! 

We’re continuing to work on the map beyond bug fixes, with new content and ideas already being evaluated. Some plans have been in place since the start of the project, others are currently being reviewed for feasibility. Once we’re ready to reveal more, we’ll be sure to let you know! 

At the moment, we’re not planning to add new drivable buses to the game through this DLC. In The Bus, maps and buses are released as separate expansions. That said, bundles via Steam could be a possibility in the future – once a dedicated bus editor becomes available. For now, a bus DLC isn’t feasible without the necessary tools. 

So yes – things are still moving forward in Hamburg! 

To stay up to date, follow us on Facebook, subscribe to our Telegram channel, or check our website regularly.

We’re excited to continue this journey together with you!

Tune in for an exciting new episode of SimDevLive with Léon & Timo from TML! 🎬

🔹 Stream Topic:

We’ll take a closer look at AI Bus Lanes in The Bus!

Learn how these lanes are created to ensure smooth traffic flow and that all buses drive correctly through the city. 🚌💡

Join us on Friday, August 1, 2025, at 4:30 PM CEST – live on Twitch:

📺 https://twitch.tv/tml_flashbass

🚍 Welcome to Hamburg – The new add-on for The Bus is here! 🏙️⚓

The Hanseatic city is calling – and The Bus is answering the signal. With the Hamburg City add-on, you’ll experience Hamburg from the perspective of a bus driver, driving through leafy residential areas, lively city centers, and past iconic landmarks such as the TV Tower, the Elbphilharmonie concert hall, and the historic Speicherstadt. Two lines, two characters – an authentic piece of Hamburg.

Watch the official trailer here:

🛣️ Two lines, two experiences

• Line 6: Start at Borgweg underground station, drive through elegant Winterhude, past Hamburg’s main station, and arrive in the impressive Speicherstadt – a UNESCO World Heritage Site included.

• Line 17: Begins at Feldstraße (right next to the green bunker), passes through urban St. Pauli and Winterhude, before ending in Barmbek. Along part of the route, it runs parallel to Line 6 – two paths that meet and yet remain distinct.

Both lines showcase Hamburg from different perspectives – sometimes calm and green, sometimes urban and vibrant.

🏗️ Hamburg recognizable at every corner

More than 200 brand-new, detailed 3D objects and around 300 customized buildings created with The Bus building tool bring the city to life like never before:
Warehouse buildings, bridges, underground & suburban train stations, modern glass facades, and typical Hamburg details such as red trash bins with North German humor or the iconic bike sheds in Uhlenhorst.
Special moments included:
🚆 Long-distance trains cross through Hamburg Central Station, S-Bahn trains run through Barmbek, and U-Bahn trains intersect your route. The city is alive – and you’re right in the middle of it.

🌉 Every stop an original

Over 60 bus stops, each with faithfully recreated shelters, ticket machines, stop poles, and digital displays. More than 40 bridges connect the districts – every structure unique and unmistakable.

Here’s what awaits you in the Hamburg City add-on:

• Two authentic lines (Line 6 & 17) with up to 45 minutes of driving time

• Over 500 unique objects, 200 of them newly created

• Typical Hamburg: landmarks, markets, circuses, harbor flair, and much more

• A lively railway world with U-Bahn, S-Bahn, regional and long-distance trains

• Hochbahn mods included – with authentic interiors & liveries

• Officially licensed in cooperation with Hamburger Hochbahn AG

🎟️ Now available on Steam
→ Get the add-on here[links.aerosoft.com]

Just 1 Day left!

Tomorrow the brand-new Hamburg City DLC for The Bus will be released! 🚌

With this add-on, you’ll experience Hamburg from the perspective of a bus driver. Two exciting routes take you through green residential areas, the bustling city center, and past world-famous landmarks – right into one of Germany’s most beautiful cities.

Add it to your wishlist now![links.aerosoft.com]

To give you a first look, we’ve prepared some brand-new screenshots:

Dear Community,

The time has come – the next big stop on our roadmap is just around the corner:
The Hamburg City DLC for The Bus will be released on July 31, 2025!

Explore the Hanseatic city behind the wheel of your bus, drive along realistic routes, and discover faithfully recreated landmarks. Hamburg is waiting for you!

🎉 There will also be a launch discount!

The regular price of the Hamburg City DLC will be €29.95. During the first week after release you can get the DLC for only €26.95 – that’s around 10% off!

Get ready to take the driver’s seat – see you in Hamburg! 🚌

➡ https://links.aerosoft.com/TheBusHamburg

Today we're taking a look at the upcoming Hamburg DLC for The Bus! 🚌

It's still in development, but we're already checking out the repaints – and of course, we're taking them out for a spin. 🚦🗺️

Hop on board!

After the fantastic feedback on our last clip, today we’re excited to share another atmospheric video from our upcoming The Bus DLC – Hamburg City.
Immerse yourself in the captivating scenery of the Hanseatic city, both by day and by night.

Featured in the video are highlights such as Steinstraße with the Saturn parking garage, the impressive headquarters of Die Zeit newspaper, the Bismarck Monument in Alter Elbpark, the Millerntor junction with St. Pauli underground station, and the striking Dancing Towers. Of course, the Kornhaus Bridge, Rödingsmarkt, and evocative views of the Speicherstadt are also part of the tour.

The video takes you on a short but impressive ride along key sections of lines 6 and 17 — a real treat for fans of urban scenery!

Over two years of development and countless custom-made 3D models — many created using original data from Hamburg’s geoportal — ensure an authenticity never before seen in The Bus.

👉 Watch now and be sure to add it to your wishlist!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3544250/The_Bus__Hamburg_City_by_Halycon/?l=german

After nearly 80 developer diaries and countless screenshots, the time has finally come:
The first official video teaser for the Hamburg City Add-on for The Bus by Halycon Media is here – featuring real in-game footage!

This atmospheric video takes you on a short but impressive ride through some of the most iconic sections of lines 6 and 17.
Whether it’s around the central station, past the Feldstraße bunker, through the historic Speicherstadt, or alongside Hamburg’s characteristic churches – this teaser offers a first visual impression of the add-on’s remarkable attention to detail.

With over two years of development and countless custom-made 3D objects – many of them based on real-world data from Hamburg’s Geoportal – Hamburg City in The Bus looks more authentic than ever before.

Two minutes full of atmosphere – for fans of The Bus, Hamburg lovers, and those who are about to become one.

🎥 The video is now available on YouTube!

Dive in and get your first look at the new Hamburg City Add-on for The Bus.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3544250/The_Bus__Hamburg_City_by_Halycon/?curator_clanid=38629408