The truck simulation genre just got a wild, sunburnt twist. Forget the autobahns of Europe or the highways of America—Truck World: Australia – First Haul drops you straight into the untamed heart of the Australian outback, and it’s free to play on Steam right now.
Developed by the indie studio Deckbuild Games, this isn’t your typical asphalt-cruising sim. Here, you’ll wrestle massive rigs through dusty red deserts, muddy rainforest trails, and treacherous mountain passes where kangaroos are a bigger hazard than traffic jams. The game’s photorealistic environments—from the sun-scorched Nullarbor Plain to the tangled jungles of Queensland—are a love letter to Australia’s brutal beauty.
Why It Stands Out
- True Off-Road Chaos: Tackle dynamic terrain where every puddle, rock, and slope affects your rig. Use winches, differential locks, and careful gear management to avoid ending up sideways in a billabong.
- Authentic Aussie Flavor: Haul cargo like eucalyptus logs, mining equipment, or even livestock in iconic trucks from Kenworth, Mack, and Volvo, all recreated with painstaking detail.
- Multiplayer Convoys: Team up with friends in 4-player co-op to tackle punishing routes together (or compete for the fastest delivery).
- Zero Cost, Full Experience: Unlike most free games, First Haul isn’t a demo—it’s a complete, no-strings-attached sim with regular content updates planned.
For stats hunters and Steam aficionados, the game’s player counts, price history, and update trackers are live on its SteamDB page—check it out here. Or, dive straight into the driver’s seat via its official Steam store page.
The Verdict
Early players praise Truck World: Australia for its punishing realism and stunning vistas, though it’s not without quirks. The physics can feel unforgiving (tip: never ignore your tire pressure), and the AI wildlife has a death wish. But as a free package, it’s a breath of fresh eucalyptus-scented air. Whether you’re a sim veteran or just curious about life behind the wheel of a road train, this is your ticket to the Australian wilderness—no visa required.
Truck World: Australia – First Haul is out now on Steam. Grab your akubra hat, watch for ’roos, and keep the throttle wide open.
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