In the continuous development cycle of Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2), version numbers are more than just sequential labels; they represent milestones in the game’s technical and geographical evolution. While version 1.35 introduced significant map expansions and physics refinements, the patch from 1.35 to 1.36 stands as a pivotal, if sometimes understated, update. This transition was not merely a collection of bug fixes or new cargo types; it was a fundamental shift in the game’s rendering architecture. Specifically, the 1.36 update served as the crucial bridge that retired the legacy DirectX 9 support and fully embraced DirectX 11, laying the graphical groundwork for the future of the simulator.
Corsica Map Expansion: The island of Corsica was added as a free addition for all owners of the Vive la France! DLC. ets2 135 to 136 patch new
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Coupled with the graphical engine overhaul was the introduction of the new, native screen resolution scaling feature. For a game that is often lauded for its chill, meditative qualities, visual clarity is paramount. The scaling slider allowed players to customize the sharpness of the image to match their monitor's capabilities without the heavy performance tax of downsampling. This change made the "job" of driving feel more immersive, reducing the jagged edges on distant mountains and making the cabin mirrors—the driver's most vital tool—crisp and readable. It was a quiet quality-of-life improvement that made the long hauls across the digital autobahn significantly more beautiful. The Transition from 1
Discover 6 new cities and thousands of kilometers of winding Mediterranean roads. The upgrade allowed for better long-range Level of
Anti-Aliasing Improvements: The update introduced SMAA (Subpixel Morphological Anti-Aliasing) and improved the rendering of electrical wires to reduce jagged edges. New Content & Gameplay Features
g_dx11_support 1) became default, allowing for real-time frame time graphs.The upgrade allowed for better long-range Level of Detail (LOD) and improved anti-aliasing (SMAA). End of an Era: