Get ready to take your trucking experience to the next level… Literally! In this article, we’ve got all the deets on how you can play the strangely addictive Euro Truck Simulator 2 in Virtual Reality.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 It’s A Haul Lot of Fun
I know what you’re thinking, “Rob, a trucking simulator sounds boring as all heck”, but I promise you’re wrong. Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2) isn’t just a game, it’s a phenomenon. Developed by SCS Software, this trucking sim has built a massive fanbase since its release in 2012. Following on from the original game, ETS2 allows players to work as a freelance trucker, taking jobs from companies all over Europe as they save to purchase their own truck and trailer. As you play, you’ll get points that can be spent to unlock licenses allowing you to haul specialised loads like hazardous chemicals.
ETS2 combines relaxation, strategy, and an oddly satisfying sense of accomplishment as you transport cargo across beautifully rendered European landscapes. What’s more, with the choice to use a keyboard and mouse, gamepad, or even a full simulator set-up, Euro Truck Simulator 2 is easy to learn, difficult to master and offers hundreds of hours of game time. Plus, the endless mods such as the brilliant ETS2 online mod keep the experience fresh time after time.
Can You Play Euro Truck Simulator 2 In VR?
You can absolutely play Euro Truck Simulator 2 in VR, and it is incredible! Virtual reality adds a whole new level of immersion to the trucking experience. You’ll very quickly find yourself sticking your head out the window while backing into a tight loading bay, or staring at other truckers doing Mach Jesus the wrong way down the motorway online.
How To Play Euro Truck Simulator 2 In VR
- Ensure you have a compatible VR headset like the Meta Quest 3, HTC Vive, or Valve Index. – Most VR headsets will be compatible.
- Opt into the VR beta branch on Steam. Right-click the game in your library, select “Properties,” then go to the “Betas” tab and choose “oculus” or “openvr” from the dropdown.
- Adjust your launch options. Right-click the game again, select “Properties,” and under “General,” add -oculus or -openvr in the launch options.
- Start the game and enable VR mode in the graphics settings.
- Fine-tune settings for smooth gameplay, such as lowering resolution or adjusting scaling.
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Euro Truck Simulator 2 PCVR Requirements
As Euro Truck Simulator 2’s VR mode is still in beta, there are no official PC specifications for the mode. However, you will need more powerful hardware to play the game in VR. Generally speaking, something like the following spec is ideal.
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel i5 12600K / AMD Ryzen 5 5500X | Intel i7 12700KF / AMD Ryzen 7 7700X |
| Memory | 16GB | 32GB |
| Graphics | RTX 3070 / Radeon RX 6800 | RTX 4070 Super / RX 7800 XT |
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We love checking out VR versions of games here on the Overclockers UK Blog, and ETS2 was exceptional in virtual reality. If you’ve got any ideas for what we should have a gander at next, make sure to leave a comment.
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