For the dedicated virtual trucker, few things are more anticipated—or more scrutinized—than a major version jump in Euro Truck Simulator 2. The transition from ETS2 1.35 to 1.36 was not merely a routine maintenance patch. It represented a seismic shift in graphics technology, map rendering, and system requirements.
The update from Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2) version 1.35 to 1.36 stands as one of the most significant technical shifts in the game's history. Released in late 2019, this patch transitioned the game to a modern engine foundation while introducing major gameplay features and map expansions. Top Technical Change: Full DirectX 11 Support ets2 135 to 136 patch top
To update to 1.36, ensure you are opted out of all beta branches in your Steam client properties. Because of the shift to DX11, many older mods (especially map mods like ProMods) may require specific 1.36-compatible versions to avoid crashes. ETS2 1
Set "Shadow Texture Size" to High instead of Ultra. The DX11 shadows are 4x more demanding than DX9. "High" still offers crisp edges but uses 70% less VRAM. The update from Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2) version 1