Euro Truck Simulator 2 V1.12.1 Gold Fix Access
Just a few months after 1.12.1, SCS released with the first Scandinavia DLC content (pre-release teasers), then 1.15 with the new Mercedes Actros MP4. So 1.12.1 was the last pure, untainted pre-DLC-expansion build .
Check out a detailed comparison of the different game editions (Gold vs. Deluxe) on the Steam Community Forums truck models
In the sprawling universe of simulation gaming, few titles have achieved the legendary status of Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2). Developed and published by the Czech company SCS Software, this game has transformed a mundane daily activity—driving a truck—into a deeply satisfying, meditative, and addictive career simulation. Over the years, the game has received countless updates, each adding new features, fixing bugs, and expanding the virtual European road network. Euro Truck Simulator 2 V1.12.1 Gold
is a legacy version of the simulation game that combines the base game with major early-game expansions and features. This version, released in August 2014 , serves as a milestone for players using older hardware or specific mod setups. Gold Edition Contents
The term “Gold” likely originated from a combination of factors: Just a few months after 1
For players who started their trucking journey in 2013-2014, this version is pure nostalgia. It represents an era before the game became bloated with DLCs. The simpler map, the older UI, and the classic lighting system evoke fond memories.
Given that the current official version of ETS2 is well beyond 1.46, 1.47, or later (as of recent years), you might wonder why anyone would want an older version like 1.12.1. Here are the primary reasons: Deluxe) on the Steam Community Forums truck models
On paper, the changelog for 1.12.1 looks modest. In practice, it changed daily driving habits.
And yet, it felt free . No forced economy rebalancing, no predatory loan interest. Just you, a second-hand Iveco Stralis, and the open road from Aberdeen to Bratislava.
The answer is Save files from version 1.12.1 are theoretically forward-compatible, but you will lose all map progress related to modded areas. If you decide to buy the official game later, copy your profiles folder from Documents\Euro Truck Simulator 2 to the new installation. Launch the game and let it convert the profile. Expect missing assets (green or pink placeholder textures) where modded trucks used to be.