: Drivers experienced noticeable frame-rate stability and better CPU multi-core utilization, particularly inside asset-heavy cities.

The absolute headline feature of the 1.36 patch was the full adoption of as the primary graphics API, alongside the complete removal of support for DirectX 9 (DX0).

Beyond the driving, 1.36 refined the "Empire Building" side of the game:

New AI vehicles were added, and improvements were made to how AI behaves.

Players could finally set navigation pins to consciously avoid certain routes on their GPS, allowing for better route planning, particularly to avoid the new Detours. 4. Quality of Life: Visibility and UI Improvements

Narrow coastal roads, tight mountain switchbacks, and low speed limits tested the maneuvering skills of veteran drivers.

After setting this, Steam would automatically begin downloading the update, bringing the game to version 1.36.

[Old Base Map] ---> (1.36 Patch Optimizations) ---> [Road to the Black Sea DLC Ready] ---> [Corsica Island Added to Vive la France!] The Island of Corsica

1.36 enhanced the map screen by allowing players to see where their hired drivers and assets were currently located, removing the need to check the Driver Manager constantly. The addition of allowed drivers to click on a road and prevent the GPS from routing them through that area, a useful feature for avoiding traffic jams or low bridges. 4. The Challenge of Detours

For players transitioning from the feature-rich 1.35 patch, 1.36 brought crucial, visible improvements to navigation, AI, and graphics. 1. Technological Revolution: Full DirectX 11 Support

is a big one for Euro Truck Simulator 2, primarily bringing the long-awaited shift to DirectX 11

The transition from stands as one of the most pivotal technical milestones in the game's decade-long history. While many updates focus on new trucks or map expansions, the 1.36 patch was primarily a "technical foundation" update that changed how the game communicates with your hardware.

: A highly requested feature allowing your hired drivers, trucks, and trailers to be visible directly on the manager map. trucksimulator.wiki.gg Vehicle and AI Updates New AI Traffic