SnowRunner 1221

Finally, the long-awaited update for SnowRunner has been released. TATRA trucks will now be available in the game. Owners of the seasonal pass already have access to two trucks of this brand. Models: 813 and 805. The 813 has perfect maneuverability and eight wheels. The 805 model stands out for its power, as this truck easily handles any challenge and performs perfectly on various surfaces. The expansion is called TATRA Dual Pack. Now let's discuss the entire update.
New Vehicles
Tatra 805;Tatra 813.
General Bug Fixes
Metal shafts will no longer disappear in co-op. This bug occurred only on one map.After repairing vehicles, you will no longer be redirected to the vehicle customization menu. This bug occurred in hard mode.Good news for those playing on ultra-high graphics settings. Performance for ultra settings has now improved.The log transport trailer will no longer clip through textures or fall off the map.Metal detector sounds now work correctly.The engine no longer automatically turns off after switching trucks.Local save files are now properly deleted.Some improvements were also made for Switch. Draw distance for objects (trees and others) has been increased, and the engine sound bug has been fixed. Other fixes.
Truck Fixes
Fixed a bug with the ZiKZ 605-R. After purchasing the winch mount, for unknown reasons the stock bumper became unavailable. This issue has been fixed.Fixed suspension collision model for two trucks: Khan 317 Sentinel and ZiKZ 605-R.Khan 317 Sentinel received new mounting points.Other visual fixes.

June is coming to an end, and it's time to make a summary article on the development news for this month. A lot of work has been done, but there is still much to be done. 
Tatra Dual Pack Expansion 
On the 22nd of this month, the developers announced a new expansion that adds TATRA trucks to the game. Yes, we are talking about the Tatra Dual Pack, which was given for free to owners of the season pass. However, there were some conflicts here as well, because when purchasing the Tatra Dual Pack separately, players lost the ability to buy a second season pass, which the developers warned about immediately.
In addition, the developers announced that they plan to add even more TATRA vehicles, so this pack is not the end of it. 
The article includes a screenshot showing the development plans until the end of 2022. The developers continue to work actively and read player feedback to make the game even better. 
Truck Tournament
Of course, on June 7th, the long-awaited truck tournament concluded. The AZOV 64131 truck won. And for the other trucks that reached the semifinals (four trucks), new skins will be released in the game. 
These are the interesting events that happened in June 2021. Let's see what awaits us in July!

The public test server was down for a long time because there was nothing to test. However, there’s good news now, as you can once again access the PTS and see part of the content for the fifth phase of the seasonal pass. It’s worth noting that this is far from all the content, and work on the phase is ongoing. Anyone can join the public test server, and bugs and errors will be fixed based on feedback.
New Content
New maps (currently 2). New vehicles (trucks): Tatra Force T815-7 and Tatra Phoenix.Free content even for those who haven’t purchased the seasonal pass: immersive mode, cosmetic items like stickers.
Hardcore Mode
After purchasing add-ons in the garage, jerry cans no longer refill with fuel.Bug fix that prevented switching the metric system.
Vehicles
Semi-trailer supports will no longer get stuck in textures.The driver’s position on the Tatra 805 has been changed.The GMC Brigadier received different, improved clearance lights.The rear winch on the Tatra 813 has been repositioned.The heavy crane now installs correctly on the Western Star 4964.A number of other minor changes: both gameplay and visual.
Mods
If some mods were deactivated, loading a save would show a message that mods were missing, often displaying incorrect information. This bug has been fixed.The boundaries of the crafting zone in the editor now display correctly.The developer panel can now be hidden using a hotkey.Bug fix where loading custom maps showed numbers instead of names.Mod browser errors are now handled better.
Other Fixes and Improvements
In the “Cement for the Region” task, cement now loads correctly.The game allows starting the engine of a vehicle attached by a winch. However, if the player changed the hotkey, this function stopped working. This will no longer happen.Selling a log trailer now always yields profit. Previously, due to a bug, money was sometimes not credited.If the host was on another map, the cargo did not appear on the map when activating a task, but this bug has been fixed.Some sound bugs have been fixed.Bug fix where some cargo or objects were duplicated.The description of the “For Hard-to-Reach Places” task has been corrected.Fix for the “Price of Victory” task marker.Bug fix where the trailer purchase function was unavailable if another vehicle was mounted on the truck platform.The seismic vibrator and metal detector can no longer be installed on the same truck simultaneously.The “Model Collector” achievement now always unlocks correctly. Previously, due to a bug, some players could not earn this achievement.Other fixes. 

SnowRunner is the sequel to Spintires and Mudrunner, but with improved graphics and new features. As with the previous installments, modders have released and continue to release a large number of mods: ranging from the most useless to the very cool ones. Today we will look at several very cool vehicle mods for SnowRunner that you can download from us at STMods. Each mod link is clickable.

Tesla Cybertruck Mod
The Tesla Cybertruck Mod adds an incredible off-roader from Tesla to the game. Since its release, this vehicle has won the hearts of brand enthusiasts. Its size, incredible power, and unique appearance led to a large number of pre-orders on the very first day after the presentation.

It can be confidently said that the modder managed to embody all these qualities in their mod for SnowRunner. 

TUZ 420 DRST Ant Mod

It's time for real military equipment, as this is the perfect solution for off-road conditions. The TUZ 420 DRST Ant will be the ideal choice for you. Thanks to its 8x8 configuration, it can go anywhere, and it also has a cargo slot, so for transport missions, this vehicle will be the perfect solution.

Yerf Dog 3203 Mod

Military vehicles are great, but there is a pretty good alternative in the form of a buggy. Fortunately, the Yerf Dog 3203 mod adds a perfect, powerful, and beautiful buggy that can be used for various purposes. Even if you don't want to complete missions with this vehicle, you can just drive around and enjoy it. The author added the option to choose colors, so you can also customize the Yerf Dog 3203. 

Bonkers Pacific P12

Yes, small vehicles are effective in certain situations, but sometimes you want to get behind the wheel of a real monster, and in this case, the Bonkers Pacific P12 mod will come in handy. This is a 6x6 truck that can carry large loads and also has customization options. You can, for example, paint your truck pink. This will help you stand out among other vehicles. We must admit, it looks quite good.

WS 714WM

Do you prefer something more classic? We suggest you take a ride on the WS 714WM. The perfect eight-wheeler, incredible off-road capability, high suspension, and the ability to haul very heavy loads. Keep in mind that the latter greatly simplifies task completion. Yes, this monster can go anywhere, but if it gets stuck, it will take a lot of effort to pull it out of the mud. Overall, a quality and cool mod that definitely deserves your attention.

KrazChaborz

While it was still possible to get stuck with the WS 714WM if you tried, with the KrazChaborz such things won’t work. Just look at the size of this beast. Huge free space for cargo transport, incredible off-road capability, and power. It performs perfectly both in deep mud and on snowy expanses, which is very important in SnowRunner. Not every vehicle is capable of that.   
 
Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Every heavy equipment driver sometimes reaches a moment when they want to drop everything and take a spin on a nimble vehicle or a bike. If your choice is the latter, we present to you the Harley Davidson Fat Boy. Among its advantages are:
High-quality model;Well-crafted textures;Original concept.

MAZ 538

A cool mod by Silent_Laconic adds a wheeled bulldozer to your game – the MAZ 538 model. Although production was halted back in the distant 1990s, this equipment is still widely used in many places, as everyone knows that the Minsk Automobile Plant makes great machinery. And with this mod, this equipment will appear in your game. Enjoy!

Hummer Crawler

When it comes to large and powerful off-road vehicles, many think of the Hummer. This mod adds a very decent model with custom engines, transmission, and a wide selection of tires for various conditions. Also worth noting is the improved winch, which will help you get out of many tricky situations, and perfect balance. 

M134 MINIGUN

The last mod in our selection is a military-style buggy: the M134 Minigun model. This vehicle fits perfectly into the overall concept of the game while standing out with its originality. Some players complained about its off-road capability, but it seems to be fine. Moreover, the M134 Minigun is one of the first mods for SnowRunner, so some shortcomings can be forgiven.

Bonus mod – Octopus


Yes, we have already reviewed 10 vehicles, and it was stated that the M134 Minigun is the last mod in the selection, but we have a little bonus – the Octopus. This vehicle won’t appeal to everyone, so it doesn’t take a specific place in the top, but as a bonus, we want to present you with the most unconventional, unique, and beautiful vehicle – the Octopus, which you can drive. Naturally, the mod is made purely for entertainment purposes and falls into the “not for everyone” category, but it was simply impossible to pass by this masterpiece.

A minor, small patch has been released for the SnowRunner public test server. There aren't many changes here. Let's take a look at them.
You can now toggle the HUD using a hotkey (2 by default) if you are playing in "No HUD" mode. The game's main menu has been updated.Tatra Force and Tatra Phoenix received updated models and textures, as well as addons.Don 71 got a new skin.You can now apply custom images to custom trucks.Fixed a bug with layout B. Previously, you couldn't change the camera in this layout. 

It's nice to see the developers actively continuing to develop their project. Work on the continuation of the seasonal pass (the second year) is actively underway. Let's discuss a few interesting details.
Public Test Server on Steam
Great news for those who purchased the game on Steam. Now you have the opportunity to participate in testing upcoming updates and access the public test server. 
It is important to understand that the PTS is only a test version of upcoming updates. There may be bugs, errors, and even some that could make the game unplayable. The purpose of this server is to collect player feedback and, based on that feedback, fix errors so that the final update is released in the best possible quality.
Currently, there may be issues between standard saves and public test server saves, so we strongly recommend making a backup of your saves before switching to the PTS to avoid losing all your progress. 
Fifth Season
Now let's talk about the fifth season itself (release date: this summer). First of all, it is worth noting that owners of the second-year seasonal pass will be able to get 2 new trucks from Tatra. Naturally, there is a new zone as well. The region is called "Don" and has its own contracts and missions. It will be fun!
But, as always, the developers provide free content for people who do not plan to buy the seasonal pass. Absolutely all owners of a licensed copy of the game will get access to an immersive interface, crossplay capability (for now only on PC, currently in development), and various vehicle visual customization options.
Before the release of the fifth seasonal pass, the developers will provide more information about crossplay. For now, we just have to wait. 
More Details About the New Region
 Of course, many players are interested in the new region called "Don." The Don is one of the largest rivers in Russia – this is a very important point, because to celebrate the map release, the developers are giving all license owners a new skin for the DON-71 vehicle, in a fully thematic style. 
Besides the new beautiful region, by popular demand, the developers will add dynamic ramps. We look forward to more information about this region!
New Section – Getting to Know the Modders
And the last interesting news is a new section from the developers. This section is called "Getting to Know the Modders," and the title already makes it clear what it will be about. The game creators will introduce us to mod makers, interview them, find out their plans for the future, and more in that style.
What do you think about this? Would you like to see a "Getting to Know the Modders" section here on STmods? Write your answer in the comments!

Great news! A new patch with fixes and improvements has been released for the public test server. It is worth mentioning that the patch is only available for the PTS on the Epic Store. Unfortunately, there are issues on Steam that currently prevent the update from being added. 
New Features and Improvements
New addons have been added: a platform tow truck with a ramp and a movable platform tow truck.The new region "Don" now has its own musical accompaniment.There are also new loading screens for the new maps.Sound improvements. Now the sounds of nearby trucks are much better reproduced.
Vehicles
Now the Tatra Force T815-7 and Tatra Phoenix trucks can be effectively customized to get your unique variant.Control of the tow ramp has been added for the Tatra Force T815-7.All headlights of the Derry 4520 now work correctly, including the reverse lights that previously did not turn on.In some situations, the fuel consumption indicator showed incorrect values, especially with the engine stalled. The issue has been fixed.The ANK 38 hook no longer floats in the air.The boom of the Avto-23 crane no longer conflicts with the snorkel, as the boom height has been adjusted.Other fixes.
Mods
Welcome pop-up windows now appear and are created correctly.A filter has been added to allow selecting individual addons with the vehicle transport function.