How to Downgrade Euro Truck Simulator 2: Step by Step Guide
Introduction:
Euro Truck Simulator 2 is a popular simulation game that allows players to experience truck driving. However, for various reasons such as compatibility issues, mod incompatibility, or personal preference, you may want to downgrade Euro Truck Simulator 2 to a previous version. In this blog article, we will walk you through the process of downgrading Euro Truck Simulator 2, ensuring a smooth transition to your desired version.
Step 1: Backup your game files:
Before downgrading, it is extremely important to back up your game files. This ensures that you can revert to the current version if necessary. Find the Euro Truck Simulator 2 folder on your computer (usually located in the Steam directory or installation folder) and make a copy of it. Keep this backup in a safe place.
Step 2: Disable automatic updates:
To prevent the game from automatically updating to the latest version, you will need to disable automatic updates in your Steam client. Here's how:
1. Open Steam and go to your library. 2. Right-click Euro Truck Simulator 2 and select Properties. 3. In the Properties window, go to the Updates tab. 4. Under Automatic Updates, select Update this game only when you start it. 5. Click Close to save your changes.
By turning off automatic updates, you can control when and which version of Euro Truck Simulator 2 you want to install.
Step 3: Find the previous version you need:
To downgrade Euro Truck Simulator 2, you will need to obtain the installation files for the specific version you want to install. These files can usually be found on reputable third party websites or forums dedicated to Euro Truck Simulator 2. Be sure to download the installer for the version you want to upgrade to.
Step 4: Uninstall the current version:
Before installing the previous version, you must remove the current version of Euro Truck Simulator 2 from your computer. Follow these steps:
1. Open Control Panel on your computer. 2. Select “Uninstall a program” (or “Add or Remove Programs”). 3. Find Euro Truck Simulator 2 in the list of installed programs. 4. Right-click it and select Delete. 5. Follow the instructions to complete the removal process. Step 5. Install the previous version:
After uninstalling the current version, you can continue installing the previous version of Euro Truck Simulator 2. Find the installation file you downloaded in step 3 and run it. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation process.
Step 6: Disable automatic updates (optional):
To avoid accidentally updating Euro Truck Simulator 2 to the latest version, it is advisable to disable automatic updates in Steam again. For instructions on how to do this, see step 2.
