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Steam News31 July 202612d ago

The Bus | Beta Update 1.2.99222 Now Available

Before switching to the beta version, please back up your save files, as they may not be compatible with the current live version. Important note: This is a beta version that is still in testing.

In this update2

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What changed

5 fixes3 additions13 changes0 removals
  • Compatibility
  • Balance
  • Gameplay
  • Performance
  • Fixes
changedBefore switching to the beta version, please back up your save files, as they may not be compatible with the current live version.
changedImportant note: This is a beta version that is still in testing. Technical issues or instability may occur. Please also check your installed mods to ensure they are compatible with the current beta.
changedHow to install the beta version:Open your Steam Library and right-click on The Bus.
changedHow to install the beta version:Select Properties.
changedHow to install the beta version:Go to the Betas tab.
changedHow to install the beta version:Under Beta Participation, select beta – Public Beta.

The Bus changes

changedBefore switching to the beta version, please back up your save files, as they may not be compatible with the current live version.
changedImportant note: This is a beta version that is still in testing. Technical issues or instability may occur. Please also check your installed mods to ensure they are compatible with the current beta.
changedOpen your Steam Library and right-click on The Bus.
changedSelect Properties.
changedGo to the Betas tab.

Before switching to the beta version, please back up your save files, as they may not be compatible with the current live version.

Important note: This is a beta version that is still in testing. Technical issues or instability may occur. Please also check your installed mods to ensure they are compatible with the current beta.

We appreciate your feedback and bug reports. They help us improve The Bus.

How to install the beta version:

  1. Open your Steam Library and right-click on The Bus.

  2. Select Properties.

  3. Go to the Betas tab.

  4. Under Beta Participation, select beta – Public Beta.

  5. Close the window. The download will start automatically.

  6. Once the download is complete, you can start The Bus via Play.

Changelog

  • Added support for custom operating plans in Economy Mode

  • Added AI trams

  • Improved wheel curb interaction

  • Time-dependent speed limits now show in navigation

  • Improved performance of the Operating Plan Editor

  • Fixed AI buses not waiting at break stops

  • Fixed character seat positions being incorrect in some situations

  • Added zoom to vehicle selection

  • Fixed passengers failing to spawn from a save game if the route had already ended

  • Mouse control now pauses when the cursor is visible

  • Fixed AI buses driving to the starting stop with the wrong line displayed

  • Improved crossroad behavior for long vehicles

  • Fixed vehicles driving in the wrong lanes

  • Bug Fixes

  • Level Art Fixes

  • Performance Optimizations*

*The impact of performance optimizations may vary depending on your system, including hardware, installed software, and background processes.

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Steam News / 31 July 2026

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