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Bus Simulator 21

Bus Simulator 21 is a vehicle simulation video game developed by stillalive studios and published by astragon Entertainment, in which players take on the role of a bus driver and company manager in expansive open-world environments.^[1]^[2] The game was initially released on September 7, 2021, for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One, with enhanced versions for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S available through free upgrades.^[1]^[3] It features a fleet of 30 officially licensed buses from manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz, Setra, MAN, Volvo, Scania, BYD, Alexander Dennis, Grande West, and Blue Bird, allowing players to operate double-decker, electric, and school buses across two distinct maps: the American-inspired Angel Shores and the European-style Seaside Valley.^[3] Gameplay emphasizes realistic bus driving with dynamic weather, day-night cycles, and improved AI traffic, alongside management elements such as route planning, timetable scheduling, employee hiring, and company expansion in both sandbox and campaign modes.^[3]^[1] A major free update titled Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop, released in 2023, introduced a career mode combining economic progression with sandbox freedom, an expanded map, and additional customization options like route colors and fast travel.^[4]^[5] The title supports cooperative multiplayer for up to two players, modding on PC, and various DLC packs for extra buses and content. It was the most comprehensive entry in the Bus Simulator series at the time of its release. As of 2025, a successor titled Bus Simulator 27 is in development.^[1]^[3]^[6]

Gameplay

Setting and Maps

Bus Simulator 21 is set in the fictional city of Angel Shores, a modern American urban environment inspired by the San Francisco Bay Area, featuring a diverse mix of bustling urban districts, expansive suburban neighborhoods, and serene rural outskirts along coastal and lakeside terrains.^[7] This setting provides players with an immersive backdrop for bus operations, emphasizing realistic city life through detailed landmarks, waterfront views, and varied topography that influence route dynamics. The European-inspired Seaside Valley map complements Angel Shores by offering a revamped coastal landscape with integrated urban, suburban, and rural zones, enhancing the game's world-building with seamless transitions between environments.^[8] The base game includes two primary maps: the newly created Angel Shores, which introduces a larger-scale U.S.-themed city compared to previous entries, and a revised version of Seaside Valley from Bus Simulator 18, updated with improved textures, expanded areas, and better environmental cohesion for modern gameplay integration.^[8] Angel Shores spans a vast area with multiple districts, allowing for extensive exploration and route variety, while Seaside Valley's overhaul focuses on refining its original layout to support more fluid navigation without altering its core European charm. These maps are designed at a grand scale, with Angel Shores notably larger than its predecessor's offerings, incorporating intricate road networks and public transport hubs that promote strategic planning.^[9] Supporting realistic bus routing, the maps feature advanced traffic systems powered by an enhanced AI that simulates dynamic vehicle and pedestrian movements, reducing congestion and creating authentic road interactions essential for timely schedules.^[3] Passenger behaviors are modeled with realistic patterns, including boarding and alighting at designated stops, route preferences based on satisfaction levels influenced by driving efficiency, and adaptive responses to delays, which encourage careful navigation and adherence to timetables. A dynamic day-night cycle further aids route planning by altering visibility, traffic density, and passenger demand—such as peak hours during daylight—across both maps, fostering an evolving environment that mirrors real-world transit challenges.^[3]

Vehicles and Customization

Bus Simulator 21 features a fleet of 30 officially licensed buses from ten renowned manufacturers, including Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Scania, BYD, Alexander Dennis, Blue Bird, Grande West, Setra, IVECO BUS, and MAN.^[10] These vehicles encompass a variety of types to simulate real-world urban transit operations, such as rigid city buses, articulated models for higher capacity, double-deckers like the Alexander Dennis Enviro500, and electric variants including the Mercedes-Benz eCitaro and BYD e-buses.^[11]^[12] Specific Mercedes-Benz offerings include the Citaro for standard city routes, the compact Citaro K, the articulated Citaro G and CapaCity series, as well as their electric counterparts eCitaro and eCitaro G.^[13] The game's vehicle handling emphasizes realism through physics powered by Unreal Engine 4, simulating challenges like navigating narrow roads, potholes, traffic jams, and speed bumps while maintaining precise control over acceleration, braking, and steering. Players must manage fuel consumption for diesel models or battery levels for electric buses, requiring strategic stops at depots to refuel or recharge to avoid disruptions during routes.^[2] Interiors are detailed with interactive elements, allowing passengers to board, pay fares via ticket machines, request stops, and engage in voiced dialogues in English and German, complete with lifelike scenarios such as fare evaders, loud music from riders, or soiled seats that demand driver attention.^[2] Customization options enable players to personalize their buses for aesthetic and operational appeal, including applying liveries with various colors, patterns, and advertising decals to the exterior surfaces.^[14] Route signage can be adjusted with custom displays and color-coded indicators to match specific lines, enhancing visibility and branding.^[15] Basic upgrades, such as interior seating configurations or accessibility enhancements, are available through the garage menu, though limited to foundational modifications in the base game.^[2] Subsequent DLCs, such as the Official Tram Extension (released December 2023), introduce drivable trams and additional customization options.^[16] Realism extends to accessibility features, where buses can kneel to lower the entry height and deploy wheelchair ramps at stops, facilitating boarding for passengers with disabilities after parking and opening the appropriate doors.^[17] Maintenance simulations involve monitoring vehicle condition to prevent breakdowns, with periodic checks and repairs at the depot to sustain operational efficiency, reflecting the ongoing upkeep required in actual bus operations.^[5]

Career and Game Modes

In Bus Simulator 21, the career mode, also referred to as the campaign, allows players to start as a novice bus driver tasked with building a transportation company from the ground up. Players begin with a single basic bus and limited funds, undertaking story-driven missions that introduce core mechanics such as route planning and passenger transport. As progression advances, earnings from successful drives enable the purchase of additional vehicles from a selection of 30 officially licensed buses, including models from manufacturers like MAN, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo, available at in-game dealers. The mode emphasizes gradual company expansion, where players upgrade their depot to accommodate a larger fleet and unlock new districts on the maps of Angel Shores or Seaside Valley.^[18]^[19] Key objectives revolve around operational efficiency and customer service, including adhering to self-created timetables that account for peak hours, day-night cycles, and traffic patterns to maximize passenger throughput. Passenger satisfaction is crucial, influenced by factors like timely arrivals, safe driving (avoiding accidents or speeding fines), and interactions such as issuing tickets or assisting seated passengers; high satisfaction boosts revenue and XP, which contribute to leveling up and periodic paydays. Financial management plays a central role, requiring players to balance income from routes against expenses like maintenance, fuel (or charging for electric buses), and employee hires for AI-driven operations. Company growth milestones include completing over 30 missions per map, such as connecting districts or elevating bus stops to higher levels to increase capacity and profitability, fostering a sense of long-term progression.^[18]^[20]^[19] Complementing the career mode is the sandbox mode, which provides unrestricted access to all maps, buses, and customization options without progression constraints or financial limitations. This free-play variant allows players to focus purely on simulation elements, such as experimenting with route creation or simply driving across urban, industrial, and rural environments in Angel Shores and Seaside Valley, emphasizing creative freedom over structured goals.^[18]^[20] To ensure accessibility, the game includes comprehensive voiced tutorials in English and German, covering driving controls, route setup, and management basics, which players can revisit at any time. Difficulty settings offer four levels, adjustable via options like enabling or disabling assists (e.g., automatic door opening), environmental hazards (e.g., potholes), or penalties (e.g., fines for violations), allowing customization for beginners or experienced players seeking realism. Later updates enhanced career features with additional progression branches, as detailed in the Next Stop expansion. Subsequent DLCs, such as the Official Tram Extension (released December 2023), add new story missions and driving events.^[19]^[20]^[16]

Multiplayer

Bus Simulator 21 introduces a cooperative multiplayer mode that allows up to four players to collaboratively manage a bus company, sharing responsibilities for route planning, vehicle acquisition, and daily operations.^[21] Players can join as part of a single company, driving individual buses on assigned lines while coordinating to transport passengers efficiently across the game's environments.^[22] This mode emphasizes teamwork in fulfilling shared objectives, such as completing campaign missions or operating in sandbox mode, where joint efforts in depot management and route optimization contribute to company growth.^[21] To initiate a session, the company owner configures the lobby through the in-game menu, selecting visibility options like public access via the server browser, invitation-only for friends, or private sessions protected by a password.^[21] Player roles can be customized, granting specific permissions such as editing routes, purchasing buses, or adjusting company uniforms, which allows for flexible division of tasks among participants.^[21] At launch, matchmaking relies on this host-based system rather than automated pairing, requiring players to connect directly or through the browser.^[23] Cross-platform play was limited at the game's September 2021 release, supporting cross-generation compatibility on consoles—such as between PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, or Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S—but excluding connectivity between PC and console versions.^[21] PC players across different storefronts, like Steam and the Microsoft Store, also faced initial restrictions on cross-play until subsequent updates.^[24] As of 2025, PC crossplay is available among PC platforms, but PC-console crossplay remains unavailable.^[25] For optimal performance, stable multiplayer connections require a reliable broadband internet setup with low latency to minimize desynchronization during joint driving and management activities.^[23] While the game does not feature built-in voice chat, it integrates with platform-native communication tools, such as Steam's overlay or console party systems, enabling players to coordinate verbally during sessions. The co-op mode operates on the base game's maps, including the urban Angel Shores and the scenic European valley, providing a shared backdrop for collaborative play.^[21]

Development

Announcement and Production

Bus Simulator 21 was officially announced on August 11, 2020, during a presentation at Gamescom by stillalive studios and publisher astragon Entertainment, establishing it as the successor to the 2018 title Bus Simulator 18 with an emphasis on expanded simulation features and broader settings.^[26] The game was led in development by stillalive studios, an independent team founded in 2010 and based in Innsbruck, Austria, while astragon Entertainment, founded in 2000 and based in Düsseldorf, Germany, since 2019, handled publishing and marketing.^[26] stillalive collaborated with external partners, including international bus manufacturers such as Alexander Dennis, to secure official licensing for a diverse fleet that included double-decker and electric models for the first time in the series.^[26] During development, stillalive studios expanded by opening a new studio in Turku, Finland, in May 2021, to support the project's growth.^[27] Production followed the positive reception of Bus Simulator 18, with conceptual work likely initiated in the late 2010s to build on its foundation, culminating in a targeted 2021 launch window for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One platforms.^[26] A key creative decision was the introduction of a dual-map structure, featuring a revamped European locale alongside a new U.S.-themed open world in Angel Shores, designed with San Francisco-inspired architecture to offer "gigantic" environments teeming with details and to attract a wider international audience beyond the series' traditional European focus.^[26]^[28] This shift incorporated cooperative multiplayer and advanced company management systems, such as timetables, to deepen player engagement while maintaining the core slogan "YOUR BUS. YOUR ROUTE. YOUR SCHEDULE."^[26] The development process emphasized incorporating community feedback from prior games to address requests for enhanced customization options for buses and characters, additional missions, and a more robust sandbox mode.^[28] Challenges included striking a balance between the franchise's realistic bus-driving mechanics—such as authentic pedestrian behaviors and traffic dynamics—and greater accessibility, leading to revisions in the user interface for improved ergonomics and simpler navigation.^[28] Pre-release testing, including closed playtests in mid-2021, allowed the team to refine these elements based on direct player input, ensuring the simulation remained immersive yet approachable.^[1]

Engine and Technical Features

Bus Simulator 21 was developed using Unreal Engine 4, which handles the game's graphics rendering, physics simulations, and overall core mechanics to deliver a realistic urban transit experience.^[29] This engine enables high-fidelity visual effects, including detailed bus models and city environments, while supporting cross-platform compatibility from the outset for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.^[30] The choice of Unreal Engine 4 allowed the developers at stillalive studios to leverage its robust toolset for efficient prototyping and iteration during production, though adapting complex simulation elements like vehicle dynamics presented initial technical hurdles. Key technical implementations include a dynamic weather system integrated with a day-night cycle, which affects visibility, passenger behavior, and route planning to enhance immersion without compromising performance.^[29] The game's AI traffic and pedestrian systems were redesigned for more realistic interactions, such as dynamic route adherence and collision avoidance, contributing to fluid city navigation even in dense urban settings.^[3] For console optimization, the engine was tuned to maintain stable frame rates on base hardware while providing free enhancements for next-generation consoles like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, including improved resolutions and loading times. Audio design emphasizes authenticity through faithfully recreated engine sounds for licensed buses, automated announcements at stops, and ambient city noises that respond to environmental conditions like rain or traffic density.^[29] These elements, including voiced tutorials and passenger dialogues in English and German, are processed via Unreal Engine 4's audio middleware for spatial 3D soundscapes.^[3] Accessibility features were incorporated pre-release, such as color-blind modes adjustable in graphics settings, full controller remapping for gamepads and steering wheels, and subtitle options for announcements and dialogues to support diverse player needs.^[31] These options ensure broader usability without altering core simulation fidelity.^[29]

Release

Bus Simulator 21 was initially released on September 7, 2021, for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One, marking the debut of the simulation title developed by stillalive studios and published by astragon Entertainment.^[1]^[32] A next-generation port followed on May 16, 2023, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, featuring enhanced graphics and performance optimizations to leverage the hardware capabilities of the newer consoles.^[33]^[34] Marketing efforts highlighted the game's new U.S.-themed setting in the fictional city of Angel Shores, with trailers showcasing American bus brands and urban environments to appeal to fans of realistic transit simulation.^[35]^[36] Pre-order incentives included exclusive content such as the USA Skin Pack, offering 10 unique liveries inspired by American motifs for bus customization.^[37] The game launched in two main editions: the Standard Edition, providing core access to the simulation experience, and the Gold Edition, which bundled the base game with a Season Pass for early access to upcoming DLC packs like additional bus models.^[38]^[39]

Expansions and Updates

Next Stop Expansion

The Next Stop update for Bus Simulator 21 was released on May 16, 2023, as a major free content patch for all owners of the base game, accompanied by optional paid DLC packs.^[25] This update significantly enhanced the core gameplay experience by introducing systemic improvements and new mechanics, marking it as the largest overhaul since the game's initial launch in 2021.^[25] A key addition was the revamped career mode, which incorporated branching paths allowing players to make decisions that influence progression, alongside an expanded economic system and a dedicated sandbox mode for unstructured play.^[25] Technical enhancements included DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) support for PC players to improve performance and visual fidelity, as well as refined AI behaviors for more realistic passenger interactions and traffic dynamics.^[25] These changes built directly on the original career mode's structure without necessitating ownership of prior expansions, ensuring accessibility for new and existing players alike.^[25] The free content primarily focused on the Angel Shores map extension, which added expansive northern mountainous regions featuring lakes, dense forests, rural villages, and additional bus routes to diversify exploration and mission variety.^[25] This extension introduced environmental challenges, such as wild animal crossings that require cautious driving, integrating seamlessly with the base game's urban and suburban layouts to create a more immersive world.^[25] Overall, the update emphasized quality-of-life improvements, including better graphical rendering for next-generation consoles, while maintaining crossplay compatibility across platforms.^[25]

Additional DLC Packs

In addition to the Next Stop expansion, Bus Simulator 21 received several paid downloadable content packs that introduced new vehicles, missions, and features to enhance gameplay. These DLCs, developed by stillalive studios and published by astragon Entertainment, focus on specialized bus and tram models, particularly emphasizing electric and school transport options.^[40] The Ebusco Bus Pack, released on May 16, 2023, adds three electric buses from the Dutch manufacturer Ebusco, including the Ebusco 3.0 12-meter model with a capacity for up to 90 passengers. It also includes six new interior designs that can be applied to these buses or others in the player's fleet, promoting eco-friendly transport options in urban routes. This pack aligns with the game's emphasis on sustainable mobility by integrating fully electric vehicles with realistic charging mechanics.^[41]^[42] The Official School Bus Extension, launched on August 30, 2023, expands the career mode with U.S.-themed school transport by adding three iconic yellow school buses, new school buildings as destinations, and child NPCs for immersive pick-up and drop-off missions. It introduces dedicated school routes in the Angel Shores and Seaside Valley maps, requiring players to manage timetables and safety protocols specific to student transport. This extension enhances the simulation's educational and community service aspects without altering core bus operations.^[16]^[43]^[44] Following shortly after, the Thomas Built Buses Bus Pack arrived on September 21, 2023, featuring the Saf-T-Liner C2, a 40-foot school bus model with capacity for up to 47 passengers, two axles, and two doors, tailored for urban and school environments. Accompanying it are four new interior designs, allowing customization that complements the School Bus Extension's routes. This pack draws from the real-world Thomas Built Buses lineup, known for durable North American school vehicles, to provide players with authentic handling and visual fidelity.^[45]^[46]^[47] The Official Tram Extension, released on November 14, 2023, diversifies the transport network by introducing rail-based trams, including two drivable models with interactive cockpits and customization options. It unlocks tram depots and dedicated rail lines on both Angel Shores and Seaside Valley maps, enabling players to plan and operate hybrid bus-tram services. This addition briefly extends map connectivity through new tram routes, integrating seamlessly with existing bus lines for comprehensive public transit simulation.^[48]^[49]^[50] Players can access these packs individually or via the Season Pass, released on May 16, 2023, which bundles all four for a discount exceeding 40%, with individual prices ranging from $2.99 for the Thomas Built Buses Pack to $19.99 for the Tram Extension on platforms like Steam. The pass ensures automatic updates for future content within the set, streamlining acquisition for dedicated fans.^[51]^[52]^[53]

Post-Release Patches

Following its launch on September 7, 2021, Bus Simulator 21 received ongoing post-release support from developer Stillalive Studios and publisher astragon Entertainment, with patches addressing stability, bugs, and player feedback across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.^[5] These updates spanned over two years, continuing into late 2023 with incremental improvements that enhanced gameplay without introducing major new content. Following the minor file update in March 2025, no additional content or major patches have been released as of November 2025, with development focus shifting to Bus Simulator 27.^[5]^[54]^[6] Early patches focused on core stability issues, such as save game corruption and crashes during loading or multiplayer sessions. For instance, Update #1 (October 5, 2021) resolved save access problems and passenger spawning errors, while Update #2 (October 28, 2021) improved multiplayer stability and added features like player seat assignment in buses.^[5] Subsequent hotfixes, including Hotfix #3 (September 20, 2021), optimized graphics and memory usage to prevent performance drops, particularly on consoles.^[5] By 2022, patches like Update 2.16 (March 2, 2022) introduced customizable license plates and Update 2.17 (April 8, 2022) incorporated community-requested customizations such as route colors, alongside fixes for mission crashes.^[5] Community feedback drove several AI and behavior enhancements, including traffic improvements to reduce vehicle stalling at intersections (Update 2.22, October 12, 2022) and better pedestrian collision handling to lower unfair penalties (Update 2.29, June 21, 2023).^[5] Multiplayer stability saw targeted fixes, such as reduced crashes in co-op modes (Update 2.23, December 7, 2022), and performance optimizations addressed issues like parked car pop-in and memory leaks (Update 2.28, May 24, 2023).^[5] PlayStation-specific patches, including Update 2.31 (July 12, 2023), resolved trophy unlock problems that affected progression tracking, ensuring compatibility with achievements like those tied to mission completion.^[5] Free content additions were limited to minor enhancements, such as the Scania Christmas skin (Update 2.23, December 7, 2022) and small tweaks to bus displays and audio (Update 2.29, June 21, 2023), without expanding maps or modes on the scale of paid DLC.^[5] Support extended to next-gen consoles via dedicated PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions introduced in mid-2023 patches, improving frame rates and input responsiveness over backward-compatible builds.^[25] Later updates, like 2.34 (November 23, 2023), fixed niche bugs such as infinite loading after vehicle purchases, maintaining overall game viability into 2024.^[5] A minor file update occurred on March 5, 2025, though no public notes detailed changes beyond potential backend adjustments.^[54]

Reception

Critical Reviews

Bus Simulator 21 received mixed or average reviews from critics upon its release in September 2021, with aggregate scores reflecting a generally competent but unremarkable simulation experience. On Metacritic, the PC version holds a score of 73 based on six critic reviews, categorized as "mixed or average," while OpenCritic reports an average of 66 from 20 reviews, deeming it "fair" and ranking it in the bottom 30% of games evaluated. Console versions, including PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, similarly averaged around 60-70 across limited critiques, highlighting consistent but middling reception across platforms.^[55]^[56] Critics frequently praised the game's realistic simulation elements, particularly its authentic bus handling and licensed vehicles from manufacturers like MAN, Mercedes-Benz, and Setra, which contributed to an immersive driving experience. Reviewers noted the relaxing gameplay loop, where players manage routes and passengers in open-world cities like Angel Shores and Seaside Valley, offering a zen-like escape from more intense titles. For instance, Gaming Nexus highlighted the flexibility in playstyles, from casual driving to detailed management, calling it engaging after initial hours. TheSixthAxis commended the balanced blend of driving simulation and company management, emphasizing how it captures the mundane yet satisfying routine of bus operation.^[57]^[58] However, common criticisms centered on repetitive tasks that diminished long-term appeal, with routes and objectives often feeling formulaic despite the open world. Launch versions suffered from graphical issues, including stiff animations, unnatural pedestrian behavior, and performance hiccups like frame drops in urban areas. Management depth was another frequent point of contention, as the company-building mechanics lacked complexity, with cluttered interfaces and unintuitive menus hindering progression. Screen Rant described technical flaws as making the experience more frustrating than calming, while PlayStation Universe argued it missed opportunities to appeal beyond a niche audience due to these shortcomings. Subsequent updates, including the Next Stop expansion, addressed some graphical and depth issues, improving stability and adding content like new career modes.^[59]

Commercial Performance and Community

Bus Simulator 21 has not disclosed official sales figures, though third-party estimates suggest it generated approximately $4.4 million in gross revenue and sold around 184,000 units on Steam as of late 2025.^[60] Its visibility and distribution received a significant boost from a free giveaway on the Epic Games Store, where the Next Stop edition was available to claim from December 5 to 12, 2024, alongside LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.^[61] The game's longevity is evidenced by a sustained player base, with Steam charts showing consistent average concurrent players ranging from 80 to 90 as of November 2025, supported by ongoing updates and expansions.^[62] On Steam, it has accumulated over 6,000 user reviews, achieving a 68% positive rating that reflects steady community interest into 2025.^[63] The PC version features robust modding support through an official modding kit downloadable via the Epic Games Launcher, enabling players to create and customize buses, maps, skins, and decals.^[64] While Steam Workshop integration has been requested by users, mods are primarily hosted and shared on the dedicated mod.io platform, fostering creative extensions to gameplay.^[65]^[66] Active community engagement occurs on platforms like Steam Discussions and Reddit's r/bussimulator21 subreddit, where players exchange route designs, multiplayer strategies, and troubleshooting advice to enhance shared experiences.^[67] Expansions such as the Next Stop update, which introduced a new career mode and gameplay improvements in 2023, along with the free Official Map Extension adding expansive northern areas to the Angel Shores map, have notably increased player engagement by revitalizing content and attracting returning users.^[25]^[68]

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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop - Official School Bus Extension
This extension for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop features new school buildings, additional missions and children as NPCs, as well as three iconic US school buses.
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop - Official School Bus Extension on Steam
Rating 3.5 (54) · 14-day returnsAug 30, 2023 · Mostly Positive (54) - 74% of the 54 user reviews for this game are positive. Release Date: Aug 30, 2023. Developer: stillalive studios.
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop: Official School Bus Extension is coming ...
Aug 15, 2023 · The release of the DLC is planned for August 30, 2023! Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop - Official School Bus Extension. Extends the main game by a ...
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop - Thomas Built Buses® Bus Pack
The Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Thomas Built Buses® Bus Pack includes a new school bus - a perfect fit for the recently released Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop - Thomas Built Buses Bus Pack on Steam
Sep 21, 2023 · This 40-foot school bus has a capacity of up to 47 passengers and it comprises of 2 axles and 2 doors. 4x interiors. Get your hands on four new ...
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Bus Simulator 21 - Thomas Built Buses Bus Pack - astragon
30-day returnsThe Thomas Built Bus Pack is here to expand your school bus fleet with a well-crafted and iconic new model. Get your hands on the Saf-T-Liner® C2 as well as ...
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Official Tram Extension on Steam
This DLC gives you access to your own trams that you can operate, buy, and customize. Tram routes become available for you to plan and create.
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Bus Simulator | News
Today, we are happy to announce the release date of Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop - Official Tram Extension. The new DLC for the game will be released for ...
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop - Official Tram Extension and ... - astragon
30-day returnsThe DLC brings two drivable trams into the game - including a detailed and interactive cockpit. In addition, the expansion adds a dedicated tram line management ...Missing: contents | Show results with:contents
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop - Season Pass - Bus Simulator | DLCs
The Season Pass includes the Ebusco Bus Pack, Official School Bus Extension, Thomas Built Buses® Bus Pack, and Official Tram Extension.
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Steam DLC Page: Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop
This DLC gives you access to your own trams that you can operate, buy, and customize. Tram routes become available for you to plan and create.
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Season Pass - Bus Simulator 21 - astragon
30-day returnsThe Season Pass includes the Ebusco Bus Pack, School Bus Extension, Thomas Built Bus Pack, and Tram Extension, with a discount of over 40%.
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop update for 5 March 2025 - SteamDB
Mar 5, 2025 · There are no official patch notes available for this build besides the list of changed files in 20 depots. Changed files in this update. Some ...
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Bus Simulator 21 Reviews - Metacritic
Stressful yet relaxing, realistic yet laughably stiff at times – Bus Simulator 21 is full of contradictions some will appreciate and others won't understand. It ...Bus Simulator 21 critic reviewsBus Simulator 21 user reviewsBus Simulator 21 details
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Bus Simulator 21 Reviews - OpenCritic
Bus Simulator 21 is rated 'Fair' after being reviewed by 20 critics, with an overall average score of 66. It's ranked in the bottom 30% of games...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Bus Simulator 21 Review - Gaming Nexus
Sep 6, 2021 · You start out in the fictional city of Angel Shores, a place heavily influenced by the San Francisco Bay Area. Never having been to the Bay Area ...
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Bus Simulator 21 Review | TheSixthAxis
Rating 7/10 · Review by gazzagbSep 17, 2021 · Bus Simulator 21 does a good job - it gets the blend of driving simulator and management simulator pretty much spot on.
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https://www.thesixthaxis.com/2021/09/17/bus-simulator-21-review/
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Steam Stats – Video Game Insights
90-day returnsDevelopers: stillalive studios ; Publishers: astragon Entertainment ; Release Date: Sep 6, 2021 ; Steam Page Created: May 6, 2021 (123 days before release).
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Epic Games Store Reveals 2 Free Games for December 5
Nov 29, 2024 · The Epic Games Store free games for Thursday, December 5 are Bus Simulator 21: Next Stop and LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop - Steam Charts
October 2025, 86.6, +5.5, +6.84%, 223. September 2025, 81.0, -0.9, -1.12%, 229. August 2025, 82.0, -14.6, -15.08%, 171. July 2025, 96.5, +12.1, +14.28%, 198.
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop Price history - SteamDB
Rating 68% (6,161) · $34.99 · WindowsSteam price history ; Canadian Dollar, CDN$ 44.99, $32.06 ; Costa Rican Colon, ₡16500, $32.84 ; Australian Dollar, A$ 50.95, $33.27 ; Norwegian Krone, 390,00 kr ...Steam charts · Patches · Cloud saves · MetadataMissing: figures | Show results with:figures
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modding kit now available on pc - Bus Simulator | News
Jan 28, 2022 · The Modding Kit for Bus Simulator 21 is now available for download on the Epic Game Store. With the help of the Modding Kit, you can start to create your own ...
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Bus Simulator 21 Mods - mod.io
Enhance your bus driving experience with community created buses, maps, decals, exterior skins, interior designs and more. Share your mods with your friends ...Missing: support | Show results with:support
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop Modding :: Steam Community
All Discussions Screenshots Artwork Broadcasts Videos News Guides Reviews Showing 1-15 of 36 active topics
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Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop General Discussions - Steam Community
Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop. Store Page. View Stats: Global Achievements. Start a New Discussion. THREADS. SUB FORUMS. 1,436. General Discussions.
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bus simulator 21 next stop – welcome to the official map extension!
May 3, 2023 · The Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop - Official Map Extension gives players access to a huge new area in the northern part of the North America inspired map "Angel ...