While version 1.35 offered DirectX 11 as an experimental opt-in feature, version 1.36 drops legacy DirectX 9 support entirely. The game now runs purely on DX11. This brings smoother frame rates, better utilization of modern graphics cards, improved particle effects, and more realistic reflections. Corsica Map Expansion
If you specifically need version 1.36 (and not a later version), look for in the list. Wait for Steam to download and install the update files. For Legacy (Non-Steam) Users
If you own the old disc version or a standalone digital copy independent of Steam, automatic updating is no longer natively supported for newer branches.
You might suddenly encounter a police roadblock or a construction crew, forcing you to find a new route—just like a real truck driver. Mod Maintenance:
Because update 1.36 changes core engine files and map structures, older save games can sometimes corrupt during the transition. Always back up your profile before installing updates. Open your PC’s .
There is a specific kind of anxiety known only to the virtual long-haul driver. It isn't the fear of running out of fuel in the Russian wilderness, nor the dread of a sudden 80km/h speed zone after a 110km/h downhill stretch. It is the moment you launch Steam and see a queue of pending updates for Euro Truck Simulator 2 .