If you own a non-Steam version (DVD or other digital retailer):
| Issue | Solution |
|-------|----------|
| Mods not working | Many mods for 1.35.x work, but some trailer or sound mods may break. Update mods to versions marked “1.35” |
| Can’t find 1.35.1.31 in Steam betas | Use temporary_1_35 – it will download the latest 1.35 build (which is 1.35.1.31) |
| Game crashes on launch | Delete config.cfg from Documents\ETS2 and verify game files (Steam: Properties → Local Files → Verify) |
| Want to go back to newer version | In Steam Betas dropdown, select None – game will update to latest (1.48+ as of 2026) |
Issue: "Game crashes immediately when I select a trailer."
Fix: You forgot to update your Steam launch options. Go into launch options and type -dx9 to force the DirectX 9 renderer. The experimental DX11 in .31 is unstable on some GPU drivers. Euro Truck Simulator 2 - Game Update V.1.35.1.31 - Download
Issue: "My steering wheel (Logitech/Thrustmaster) has no force feedback."
Fix: Because this version predates the FFB rewrite of 1.37, you must go into controls.sii and manually set the force_feedback value to 2. Alternatively, install the legacy 2019 version of your peripheral's software suite.
Issue: " Download keeps failing." Fix: Ensure you have 4GB of free space on your hard drive. The update requires temporary decompression space. If you own a non-Steam version (DVD or
If you do not use Steam, or you are installing on a PC without internet, you must use the official SCS Updater executable. Exercise caution: Only download from reputable sources.
Note: SCS does not publicly host old version installers on their front page; you usually need a direct link from their forums. Download the patch (size ~300–800 MB depending on
Steps for manual installation:
This is a minor hotfix (build number ends in .31), but it follows the massive 1.35 update. Here is the breakdown of what you are getting:
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