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Bus BoundNewsBus Bound - Play the Demo Now!
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Bus Bound - Play the Demo Now!

Bus Bound · published 13 Oct 2025, 14:03 UTC

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Be a bus route hero and play the demo starting today!


About the game:

Bus Bound is the latest bus driving simulator from the team that created Bus Simulator 21, stillalive studios. 🚍

Set in the fictional American town of Emberville, work as a bus driver and help turn this struggling, traffic-laden town into a thriving, pedestrian-friendly city. 🚶💛

Explore the vibrant districts in officially licensed buses and help transform them into a living paradise - one stop at a time. 🚏🚌


About the demo:

Play the single-player demo for Bus Bound today!

Explore the 1st district of Emberville, master the Bluebird Sigma and the New Flyer Excelsior Clean Diesel, and kickstart the transformation of the city into a pedestrian-friendly paradise for public transit.

Visit Emberville, where every stop matters. Experience the demo now!

Key Features

  • A City Full of Life: Explore Emberville, a fully simulated, densely inhabited town that comes to life with a dynamic traffic system and distinct day/night and weather conditions. From bustling intersections to quiet neighborhoods, every area has its own rhythm, and your route will help shape its future.
  • Drive American Icons: Take the wheel of true-to-life buses from top American manufacturers, including the New Flyer Xcelsior 40ft CNG and the Blue Bird Sigma. With a growing lineup of over a dozen vehicles at launch, you’ll always have the right bus for the job.
  • Shape the City: You’re not just driving, you’re improving public life! Upgrade stops, unlock new routes, earn passive perks, and see each district evolve into a more vibrant, pedestrian-friendly space.
  • Multiplayer on the Move: Band together with up to three other players in online co-op! Split off to tackle multiple routes simultaneously and contribute to your host’s goal to improve Emberville.
  • Customize Your Fleet: With each shift, you’ll generate goodwill with your riders to unlock new buses, visual styles and upgrades. Whether you prefer a relaxing driving experience or want to master and optimize every detail of your run, the freedom to make each trip your own is yours.

Coming to Steam in 2026! ⏱️🚏 Wishlist Bus Bound today! ✅

https://sabr.gg/BusBoundSteam

Share your feedback about the demo in Steam reviews or fill out our survey after playing it!


Join the community:

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Community11 Sep 2026Old Town Roads Update - Coming September 15!Escape the city and master the bus off-road! 🚍🏡 The Old Town Roads update is arriving September 15 for Bus Bound. 🗓✅ Get ready to serve lakeside resorts and mines, and tackle new challenges behind the wheel of the Horizon “Chamois” minibus! 🚐🏆Game update13 Aug 2026August 13, 2026 - HotfixHello, bus drivers! 🚍👋 Today, we are releasing a hotfix for Bus Bound across all platforms, including fixes for the Hidden Gems Tour DLC and the free Outskirts map extension. Resolved Issues · Buses: · Horizon Hydrogen Double 80ft and Horizon Hydrogen 60ft Gen2 should now be available free and unlocked for all players. · Gameplay: · Fixed an issue where passengers were reacting before embarki…Community6 Aug 2026The Hidden Gems Tour DLC is OUT NOW!Uncover the city’s local favorites with Bus Bound’s new Hidden Gems Tour DLC! 🔎💎 Become a tour guide and escort passengers through the hidden gems of the city. Let the locals show you what the guidebooks missed. 🌇📸 Featuring: 🆕 FREE Airport Map 🆕 FREE Buses - Horizon Hydrogen Double 80ft and 60ft Gen2 🆕 Game Mode - Sightseeing 🆕 Bus - Horizon Gen2 Sightseer Check the launch trailer here…