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| Bus Simulator 27 | |
|---|---|
 Cover art featuring a Solaris Urbino 12 and a Mercedes-Benz Tourismo | |
| Developer | Simteract |
| Publisher | Astragon Entertainment |
| Series | Bus Simulator |
| Engine | Unreal Engine 5 |
| Platforms | |
| Release | 8 September 2026[a] |
| Genre | Vehicle simulation |
| Modes | Single-player, multiplayer |
Bus Simulator 27 is an upcoming bus simulator game developed by Simteract and published by Astragon Entertainment. It is the seventh installment in the Bus Simulator series, and is the direct sequel to Bus Simulator 21. Developed with Unreal Engine 5, the game is scheduled to be officially released for PlayStation 5, Windows and Xbox Series X/S on 8 September 2026.
Gameplay
[edit]Bus Simulator 27 is set in a fictional world named "Felicia Bay", which is inspired by Iberian Peninsula.[1] Like the previous titles, the game will offer a cooperative multiplayer mode that supports up to four players.[2] More than 45 licensed buses from 13 manufacturers will be featured at the initial launch.[3] Coach buses would be introduced in the series, featuring Mercedes-Benz Tourismo, Scania Irizar i8 and MAN Lion's Coach.[4] FlixBus will also be added to the game in a future expansion, scheduled in July 2027.[5] Other licensed buses include Hess lighTram 12 Plug and Alexander Dennis Enviro100EV.[6] The game will support a four-player multiplayer mode, including crossplay.[7]
Development and release
[edit]Astragon Entertainment announced Bus Simulator 27 in July 2025 with the reveal of its first game trailer.[8] The game is developed with Unreal Engine 5 by Simteract, who previously worked with Nacon on several vehicle simulation titles, such as Taxi Life and Train Life.[9] The Polish video game developer replaced Stillalive Studios, who chose to partner with Saber Interactive for Bus Bound.[10] The game is set to be launched on PlayStation 5, Windows and Xbox Series X/S platforms.[11] A demo was released for players on Steam on 15 June 2026.[12] Users who purchased the year 1 edition would get access on 3 September 2026, five days earlier than the official release, 8 September 2026.[13]
Notes
[edit]- ↑ Users who purchased the year 1 edition are due to receive access on 3 September 2026, five days earlier than the public release.
References
[edit]- ↑ Watton, Neil (16 July 2025). "Bus Simulator 27 Pulls into the Station with a New Unreal Engine 5 World". Thexboxhub. Retrieved 19 July 2025.
- ↑ "Bus Simulator 27". IGN. Retrieved 19 July 2025.
- ↑ McMahon, Andrew (14 July 2026). "Bus Simulator 27 Will Feature 45 Buses From 13 Different Manufacturers". simulationdaily.com. Retrieved 19 July 2026.
- ↑ Grippo, Gennaro (27 February 2026). "Bus Simulator 27 Introduces Solaris and Debuts Coach Buses for the First Time". Xbox. Retrieved 5 April 2026.
- ↑ Nelva, Giuseppe (8 June 2026). "Bus Simulator 27 Gets Release Date for PC, Xbox, and PS5". simulationdaily.com. Retrieved 8 June 2026.
- ↑ "Bus Simulator 27: New Trailer Showcases Long-Distance Routes and Release Date". gamespress.com. 7 June 2026. Retrieved 8 June 2026.
- ↑ "Bus Simulator 27 Official Coach Bus Reveal Trailer - IGN Live 2026". IGN. 8 June 2026. Retrieved 8 June 2026.
- ↑ "Bus Simulator 27 - Teaser Trailer". Gamereactor. 17 July 2025. Retrieved 19 July 2025.
- ↑ "Bus Simulator 27 – New Entry in the Popular Simulation Series in Development". Astragon Entertainment. 16 July 2025. Retrieved 19 July 2025.
- ↑ Romano, Sal (8 June 2025). "Bus Bound announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC". gematsu.com. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
- ↑ Gilbert, Fraser (16 July 2025). "Who Needs GTA 6?! Bus Simulator 27 Has Just Been Announced For Xbox Series X/S". purexbox.com. Archived from the original on 19 July 2025. Retrieved 19 July 2025.
- ↑ Vald, Alto (15 June 2025). "Bus Simulator 27 – Demo Available During Steam Next Fest". gamespace.com. Retrieved 16 June 2025.
- ↑ Daro, Catherine (9 June 2025). "Bus Simulator 27 Rolls In on September 8, 2026, Pre-Orders Available Now". gamespace.com. Retrieved 19 July 2025.
External links
[edit]- Official website (in German and English)