RoadCraft’s 2.0 update adds photo mode and increased steering wheel support

After a minor delay, RoadCraft’s 2.0 update has finally dropped on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

Saber Interactive has added a slew of new features and content in 2.0, with a much-requested photo mode headlining. The studio has listened to customer feedback and also added a new manual engine start feature, more steering wheel support and many other quality of life improvements.

And the best part about the new update? It’s free!

Check out a more detailed breakdown below.

Photo mode

Playing through RoadCraft, we were left frustrated by the lack of a photo mode (especially when trying to grab some original screenshots to go along with our tips and tricks guide and review).

We felt that the game’s ‘stonkingly beautiful’ visuals deserved a bespoke photo mode, and Saber has duly delivered. 

Players can adjust field of view and depth of field settings to create the right blend of background blur to make their subjects pop, with many users reporting it as an improvement on Snowrunner’s photo mode.

New vehicles

Four new vehicles have been added to the game, too:

• SAR Nota Allegro
• SAR Step 39331 “Pike”
• SAR Mule T1
• Tuz 119 “Lynx” with trailer

Unfortunately, these vehicles don’t offer anything radically different to RoadCraft’s incumbent lineup, but do at least come with heavy-duty winches to help get you out of a tight spot.

Saber has also implemented a few handy vehicle-related fixes to make traversing its eight giant maps an easier proposition, with players now able to secure and unsecure vehicles while transporting them on trailers.

A manual engine on/off switch has also been implemented for players looking for an extra bit of immersion (hold the handbrake button to use this function), with map markers now able to be placed using one click (no more radial menu, whoop!).

The Kronenwerk L-34’s Cargo Blade can now be operated as a sand flattener, too, while roller-type vehicles can now have their rolling function switched on or off manually.

AI vehicle fixes

For many, RoadCraft’s AI vehicles were a real low point of the game, with their lack of street smarts foiling many a delivery.

With 2.0, issues like AI incorrectly stopping when driving towards other computer-controlled vehicles, getting stuck in garages and randomly getting stuck in terrain should be alleviated. Should.

Console mods no longer require subscriptions

Console players left frustrated by not being able to access mods in RoadCraft will be pleased to know that connecting to PROS/Mod Browser no longer requires a Game Pass of PS+ subscription.

Steering wheel support

More steering wheels are natively supported by RoadCraft post-update, with the Hori Racing Wheel Apex on PC, Xbox and PS5 now supported. The Fanatec GT DD Pro and CSL Elite are also supported on PC and PS5, while the Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider wheel gets its own in-game preset.

It may be a while before more specialised PC wheelbases gain native support, however.

Bug fixes and quality of life improvements

Saber has had a look at all the grey clouds in-game and decided it prefers nice weather, with the chances of seeing rain in RoadCraft reduced significantly, which should help your disaster relief efforts considerably…

Innumerable other bug fixes and small quality of life adjustments have also been made in RoadCraft’s v2.0 update, with the full changelog listed below.

What do you make of RoadCraft’s latest update? Let us know in the comments below.

RoadCraft 2.0 update changelog

Main New Features – Gameplay

• Added 3 new SAR-class vehicles, specialized recovery vehicles with heavy-duty winches, plus a versatile Scout Transporter for flexible logistics.

• SAR Nota Allegro
• SAR Step 39331 “Pike”
• SAR Mule T1
• Tuz 119 “Lynx” with trailer
• Added: Photo Mode. You can enter in Photomode through the Pause Menu

• Added a securing/unsecuring functionality for mounted vehicles on transporters.
• Added: New engine on/off functionality
• Hold the handbrake button to toggle ignition.
• Added: Quick player marker placement functionality implemented.
• Adjusted: Decreased occurrence of rainfall in all locations. Who likes rain anyway?

New Features – Tech

• – Added: Intel XeSS upscaling technology integration.
• – Added: Steam Input support implemented.
• – Added: Full Frame Generation support with x2/x3/x4 scaling options 
• (Note: Don’t forget to enable hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling)

Bug Fixes & Improvements

General Fixes

• – Fixed an issue with gamepad stick deadzones; input now registers properly.
• – Fixed an issue where player progress stats were displaying incorrectly across screens.
• – Fixed an issue where certain resources couldn’t be sold at the Construction Depot.
• – Fixed anssue where AI vehicles could incorrectly stop when any vehicles were near the route’s starting point
• – Fixed: PROS/Mod Browser connection no longer requires active Game Pass/PS+ subscription.
• – Fixes for multiple random crashes and general stability improvements.
• – Minor performance optimisations
• – Localisation Fixes

Save System

• – Fixed additional edge cases that could cause save corruption.
• Note: While we believe Patch 2 resolves all known issues, if you encounter corrupted saves issues, please let us know and share your save with us so we can analyze them.
• – Fixed an issue where cargo straps would remain invisible until first use after reloading a saved game.
• – Fixed an issue with axes controls resetting when reloading saves.
• – Fixed an issue where AI vehicles could get stuck inside garages when reloading saves.
• – Fixed rare case where players didn’t receive rusty vehicles when saving co-op progress.
• – Fixed an issue on Kernel that could cause the objective box to disappear after a save/reload during the final mission.

Vehicles

• – Added: All rollers now have a toggle to enable/disable asphalt rolling functionality.
• – Added: Kronenwerk L-34 Cargo Blade now have sand flattening mode.
• – Adjusted: Better vehicles shakes effect from running engines.
• – Adjusted: Sand refill visual effects for dump trucks
• – Adjusted: Smoother suspension tuning for both Tayga 6455B Dump Trucks variants.
• – Adjusted: Baikal 59-16 Mobile Crane (both variants) now has reduced rock-induced bouncing.
• – Adjusted: Zikz 605E Heavy Equipment Transporter (Restored variant) now features increased engine power (no impact on vehicle speed).  Both variants (Restored/Rusty) have improved friction on deployable ramps for easier vehicle loading.
• – Adjusted: “Load Rotation” functionality for autocranes is now available in both the Crane Functions and Crane Control tabs (previously only in Crane Control).
• – Adjusted: Static cranes controls slightly refined for better consistency.
• – Adjusted: FOV settings for Aramatsu Bowhead 30T first-person view
• – Adjusted: Aramatsu Bowhead 30T platform rotation and bed lift/drop controls now use separate inputs
• – Adjusted: Warden Kochevnik ATV Mobile Operations Base now unlocks at Level 15 (previously Level 20)
• – Adjusted: Arling Roadworks 750R Asphalt Roller now unlocks at Level 13 (previously Level 19)
• – Adjusted: Arling Roadworks 120 Special Asphalt Paver now unlocks at Level 13 (previously Level 14)
• – Fixed: Resolved vehicle duplication issue during Recall function.
• – Fixed: MTK Proseka 200 models problems inside the cockpit
• – Fixed: Field Service Vehicles no longer incorrectly recall themselves when “No free space to recover near target” occurs.
• – Fixed: Missing collision issues on parts of the EPEC TC-305 model
• – Fixed: Arling Roadworks 750R art problems inside the cockpit
• – Fixed: Abnormal terrain deformation bugs during cable laying
• – Fixed: EPEC TC-305 Heavy Grab Crane boom retraction issue resolved (when raised at full extension)
• – Fixed: Harvesters arm now cannot gets stuck in surrounding trees after processing
• – Fixed: Visual synchronization between tree and branches in harvesters arm.
• – Fixed: Tree cutting sync problems.
• – Fixed: Issue where KHAN Lo “Strannik” could summon vehicles too far away or in water.

– Fixed: Improved grader vehicles handling in “Grader Mode” for gamepads.

– Fixed: Infinite sand exploit with dual dump trucks.

UI/UX

• – Added: New icons in garage indicating deployed vehicles.
• – Added: New search animation in Friend Session List to improve user feedback during session lookup.
• – Added: Console cursor now snaps to markers and waypoints for better navigation.
• – Adjusted: Minor layout refinements to the starter vehicle selection screen during initial scene launch.
• – Adjusted: Minor refinements to the resource background panel on the bridge construction screen.
• – Adjusted: Minor refinements to vehicle stats screen.
• – Adjusted: Increased company logos and backdrop sizes in customization menu for better readability.
• – Adjusted: Unified the “LEAVING SESSION” screen for clients, now displaying consistent visuals whether voluntarily exiting or being kicked by the host.
• – Adjusted: Field Service Vehicle’s fuel resource for summoning is now renamed to “Service Token” with updated icon.
• – Adjusted: Enhanced in-game compass readability with refined marker visuals and layout optimizations.
• – Adjusted: Infrastructure task cards now feature enhanced building icon clarity.
• – Adjusted:Usability of the Sand Quarry activation widget for more intuitive operation.
• – Adjusted: Smooth scrolling for vehicles cards in Shop.
• – Adjusted: Start/end point aim markers for AI routes now display with higher visual fidelity
• – Adjusted: Multiplayer session end screen reworked to prevent accidental co-op save prompts
• – PC Adjusted: Changed vehicle switch keys (from Z/X to Q/E) in the vehicles quick-swap widget (hold Tab).
• – PC Adjusted: Changed vehicles classes switch keys (from Z/X to Q/E) in the garage/shop widgets.
• – Adjusted: DLC widget with preview images showing included content.
• – Adjusted: PROS connection status screen interface.
• – Fixed: Visual glitch affecting the color selection highlight on vehicle customization screen.
• – Fixed: In some cases the missions completion message appears too small.
• – Fixed: Grader Mode transition animations now work properly.
• – Fixed: Green progress arrows now correctly show completed maps
• – Fixed: Resolved infinite “new vehicles in garage” notifications markers when no vehicles were actually present.
• – Fixed: Production items indicator no longer disappears in Eagle Mode’s “Show buildings” view
• – Fixed: Road border stripe brightness issues during specific weather presets.

Roadworks

• – Fixed: Rare bug where roller road beautification effects would disappear after reloading a save.
• – Fixed: Road construction stops if two ai-vehicles meet “face to face” on a curved bend.
• – Fixed: Bug with Arling Roadworks 120 Special in AI Roadwork mode – now properly places initial road segment.
• – Fixed: Road construction markers now properly disappear when re-entering Eagle Mode after road building.
• – Fixed: Resolved rare issue where AI vehicles could became permanently stuck in terrain after completing road construction tasks.

Steering Wheels

• – Added: Native support for Hori Racing Wheel Apex on PC & PS5
• – Added: Native support for Hori Racing Wheel Overdrive on PC & XBOX
• – Added: Native support for Fanatec GT DD Pro on PC & PS5
• – Added: Native support for Fanatec CSL Elite on PC & PS5
• – Added: Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider it own preset
• – Fixed: Input conflict between addition action1 and axis controls removed.
• – Fixed: Steering wheels controls conflict between tab navigation and map sections.
• – Fixed: Steering wheel button reassignment now properly switches preset to “Custom”

Sound

• – Added: Weather-appropriate ambient sounds in garage.
• – Adjusted: Realistic tree stump cutting sound effects implemented.
• – Adjusted: Sounds for Invictus Type A Scout vehicle.
• – Adjusted: Enhanced reverse gear sounds for multiple vehicles.
• – Adjusted: Asphalt laying sound effects volume increased
• – Fixed: User hooked by the tower crane doesn’t hear its sounds
• – Fixed: Sound of tipper movement is missed for the observer in coop.
• – Fixed: Sound of laying asphalt is too quiet
• – Fixed: Branch break sounds now sync correctly during multiplayer terrain digging.
• – Fixed: Collision sounds now properly sync between host and clients.
• – Fixed: Inconsistent sound effects behavior in Eagle Mode resolved
• – Fixed: Background music no longer stops after loading into the main menu from a scene

Render

• – Added: Ultra-quality shadow preset in graphics settings.
• – Adjusted: Enhanced sand texture detail in dump truck beds.
• – Adjusted: Windshield raindrop visibility and quality in FPV mode enhanced.
• – Adjusted: Mirrors now automatically enable by default when selecting Ultra graphics preset.
• – Fixed (PS5): Raindrops now correctly create ripples on water surfaces.
• – Fixed: Terrain textures now maintain sharpness when VRAM is sufficient (blurs only during actual VRAM shortages).
• – Fixed: Mirrors now render correctly in PS5 Pro Quality Mode.
• – Fixed: Fog of war appears and disappears with a delay.

Steam Deck

• – Fixed: Fonts and icons now display correctly on Steam Deck.
• – Minor performance/visuals optimisations.

Mods

• – Fixed: Mod Browser navigation and mod loading stability improved.
• – Fixed: Custom Scenario mods descriptions are now scrollable

Other

• – Added: Radio icon animation during transmissions from Kelly
• – Fixed: Resolved issue preventing resource storage access after switching between Legacy and Default crane control schemes.
• – Fixed: Processed tree winch points now properly aligned with trunks.
• – Fixed: The “Strengthen the pier” mission on Kernel map – now properly counts the last slab.
• – Fixed: Rare bugs affecting winch point visuals markers on dynamic objects.
• – Fixed: Issue with “Wide Concrete Bridge” phantom flickering when the player’s vehicle passes through the phantom