The Louisiana DLC releases today at 19:00 CET
[p] 10:00 PST / 12:00 CST / 13:00 EST / 18:00 GMT / 21:00 TRT / 23:30 IST / 22:00 GST / 02:00 SGT ⁺¹ / 02:00 CST ⁺¹ / 05:00 AEDT ⁺¹ / 07:00 NZDT ⁺¹ [/p][previewyoutube="jAV99qNoaOs;full"][/previewyoutube][p]It’s been an exciting journey since we first announced that Louisiana was in development, and today we’re excited to release it to you, our #BestCommunityEver. With its legendary bayous, historic cities, unique industries, and a wide variety of hauling opportunities, there’s plenty to look forward to behind the wheel. To help you get your bearings, have a look at the full map of the DLC, showcasing the cities, towns, and roads waiting for you: [/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/9084219/820f66efa3bb98c89092aa199dd12f9a28d830cb.jpg"][/img][/p][p]We’re also bringing several new custom depots and points of interest with this release, so be sure to read the full blog for all the details.[/p][p]Make the most of your visit to the Pelican State and enjoy every moment as you:[/p]
- [p]Explore 11 cities including New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Shreveport.[/p][/*]
- [p]See several landmarks such as the Baton Rouge Capitol, the Superdome in New Orleans, and the Gothic Jail in DeRidder.[/p][/*]
- [p]Truck through 11 scenic towns (settlements) like Abbeville, Bastrop, or Mansfield.[/p][/*]
- [p]Visit Avery Island featuring a famous hot chilli sauce factory.[/p][/*]
- [p]Venture into the Bayou region, a defining part of this southern state's identity.[/p][/*]
- [p]Drive across the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway or the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge.[/p][/*]
- [p]Discover and admire colonial architecture in cities such as New Orleans, Houma, and Lafayette.[/p][/*]
- [p]Immerse yourself in history along the banks of the Mississippi River and explore plantation complexes such as Oak Alley, Laura, and San Francisco.[/p][/*]
- [p]Deliver to unique industries such as LNG terminals and oil services.[/p][/*]
- [p]Visit several new custom depots in the form of timber harvest sites, river ports, and shipyards![/p][/*]
Cruising Louisiana World of Trucks Event
[p] With the release of the DLC, we’re also kicking off a brand new World of Trucks event: Cruising Louisiana, which begins right at the moment of launch.[img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/9084219/db5ef4b6b0133b578912052eebf6e3b4f8472369.jpg"][/img][/p][p]This event invites you to explore the new map, deliver cargoes to and from its many cities, and contribute to a community goal while earning special in-game rewards.[/p][p]Rewards[/p]
- [p]Personal: Players that deliver cargo to or from 10 Louisiana cities will gain a personal World of Trucks Achievement and a Southern Wings ATS truck paint job Steam inventory item.[/p][/*]
- [p]Community: When the community goal of driving 125,000,000 miles is reached — and the player has completed their personal goal — they will receive a Golden South hanging ornament Steam inventory item.[/p][/*]
[img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/9084219/2588b2b4332b7ed1f5d62957afdd8c752243ab43.jpg"][/img][/p][p]You can find all the rules and further details about the event in our dedicated Cruising Louisiana event blog![/p]
Louisiana Release Stream
[p]Don’t forget to join our special Louisiana Release Stream, which goes live today at 4 PM CET. We’ll be counting down to the launch of the DLC and welcoming several special guests involved in its creation, including our CEO, Pavel Šebor!
[img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/9084219/b0ba9fbd5b888483de4a7f7a07acdc205f32e317.jpg"][/img][/p][p]And that’s not all! We’ll also be officially releasing the Louisiana DLC live on stream, along with hosting a giveaway, answering your questions, and much more. Be sure to tune in, celebrate with us, and share this exciting moment with the team![/p][p]We look forward to seeing you there. We can’t wait to join you out on the roads of the Louisiana DLC! Be sure to share your first experiences in the Pelican State on our official social media channels (X, Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram) using the hashtag #CruisingLouisiana.[/p][p]We’d love to hear about the first job you picked up, or see your screenshots and videos from your early journeys across the state. We’re excited to celebrate this release with you!
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