[img]http://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/11041000/7afa5ffc20aa962e75df6d367894e71c54c9716e.jpg[/img] Today we are happy to officially announce the start of the application period for the closed beta test of our upcoming [b]Bus Simulator 18[/b]! The development of [b]Bus Simulator 18[/b] is a big step into the future of this popular city bus simulation franchise for creators and players alike. Thanks to the use of Unreal® Engine 4, bus fans can now not only look forward to huge changes in the game’s visuals but also the implementation of a wide variety of new features and detail enhancements. In comparison to [i]Bus Simulator 16[/i], [b]Bus Simulator 18[/b] comes with a brand-new, freely driveable map that is 2.5 times as large as the one of [i]Bus Simulator 16[/i] and will offer an even greater number of interesting city districts. Another new feature that will delight Bus Simulator fans: In addition to the originally licensed city buses by famous makers such as Mercedes Benz and MAN, [b]Bus Simulator 18[/b] will for the first time also include buses by the manufacturer IVECO. Players will also find that many wishes coming from the game’s faithful community have been implemented in the newest version of the game. This includes the options to drive by day and night as well as an improved progression system and significantly expanded modding options, which now allow not only for the addition of the player’s own bus models but also the creation of whole new cities. To top it all off, [b]Bus Simulator 18[/b] now comes with a synchronous multiplayer mode where up to four players will be able to play together at the same time. In order to give players and fans of the series a chance to thoroughly test the already very advanced stage of development, publisher astragon Entertainment and developer stillalive studios have now opened applications for a [b]closed beta test of Bus Simulator 18[/b]. A unique chance not to be missed by any bus or simulation fans! If you would like to test [b]Bus Simulator 18[/b] already before its official release and provide the developers with valuable feedback during the polishing phase of the game, you are welcome to complete your application form between March, 27 and April 4, 2018 under the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVnVsj0-CR6j_7V54FjKmncOu3IceiBa15ZxylM9m9zvsBpQ/viewform We are already looking forward to your feedback! Your Bus Simulator team