Iceland DLC Fjords: Majestic Landscapes Coming to ETS2

The team at SCS Software is happy to bring another preview from the upcoming Iceland map expansion for Euro Truck Simulator 2. Today, we are taking a closer look at the majestic fjords found in this country. These glacier-carved inlets are an integral part of the Land of Fire and Ice landscape. They can be found in various locations around the island. The Iceland DLC fjords are filled with wildlife, towering cliffs, and centuries-old fishing villages.

Iceland DLC Fjords: Balancing Realism and Scale

Capturing Iceland’s stunning fjords on our scale presented a unique challenge. In reality, these vast landscapes stretch for kilometers. At a reduced in-game scale, the team needed to carefully balance realism with gameplay. The goal was to preserve their breathtaking character. The Iceland DLC fjords must not lose the sense of grandeur that makes them so iconic.

Players can look forward to routes that faithfully recreate the experience of driving on Iceland’s coastline. They will drive long distances along winding coastal roads. The opposite side of a fjord remains constantly in view. It towers majestically beside them for the entire journey.

Water Brings the Fjords to Life

What truly brought these landscapes to life was the presence of water itself. Countless waterfalls, winding streams, tranquil lakes, and bays add a sense of movement and atmosphere. This makes the Iceland DLC fjords feel far more vibrant and dynamic than ordinary mountain scenery.

Iceland DLC Fjords: Behind the Scenes

The map designers shared some insight into the process behind creating these landscapes. “One of the biggest challenges was modeling and texturing the fjords themselves, which took a considerable amount of time. At the same time, though, it was one of the most enjoyable tasks I’ve ever had the chance to work on. We also used satellite imagery to better understand how the fjord was formed, so we could design it to look natural even when viewed from different angles and distances,” Jan explained.

Designer’s Perspective

“At first, the fjords made me feel as if I was looking at another planet. It was hard for me to grasp the sheer scale, size, distance, and shape of these natural formations. But after a while, I began to notice that all the shapes in the rocks have their own logic and continuity. That is exactly the feeling I want to convey to the player who will be driving through these routes. At first glance, they’ll be amazed by the size and shape of the fjords, but at the same time, they’ll have the chance to look around and understand how the landscape connects,” says map designer Ashley.

Discover Iceland DLC Fjords Locations

Truckers will encounter a variety of unique locations, each with its own atmosphere. Seyðisfjörður, nestled deep within the bay of the same name, serves as one of the main gateways to Iceland. This is thanks to the ferry connection from Hirtshals in Denmark. Further south in the Eastern Fjords lies Reyðarfjörður. It is home to an aluminum processing plant depot. Nearby Stöðvarfjörður captures the quiet charm of the Austfirðir region and its coastal settlements.

In the remote and sparsely populated region of the Westfjords, players will drive through Álftafjörður. It is probably the largest and most imposing fjord featured in this DLC. You will also be able to visit Ísafjörður. This small town is built on a narrow headland in Skutulsfjörður. It stands as one of the key economic hubs in the western part of the map.

Add Iceland DLC to Your Wishlist

If you are excited to be trucking in this map expansion, don’t forget to support the team by adding the Iceland DLC to your Steam wishlist. For more on Iceland, check out our Iceland coastline preview and Iceland custom depots article.

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