Driving sim Bus Bound gets April 2026 release on consoles and PC
Publisher Saber Interactive and developer stillalive studios will deliver their new driving sim Bus Bound next month.
Revealed today, the game will be released on April 30 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store). A release date trailer can be seen here.
A synopsis for Bus Bound reads:
Step into the driver’s seat in Bus Bound, the latest title from the creators of Bus Simulator 21. Explore a vibrant city behind the wheel of officially licensed buses, and help transform it into a pedestrian-friendly paradise—one stop at a time.
Explore a fully simulated, densely inhabited fictional town alive with traffic systems, a dynamic day/night cycle, and multiple weather conditions. From bustling intersections to quiet neighborhoods, every area has its own rhythm, and your route helps shape its future.
Get behind 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.
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.
Band together with up to 3 other players! Split off to tackle multiple simultaneous routes and cooperate to contribute to your host’s goal to improve and elevate your transit network.
Run by run, generate good-will 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 runs–sit behind the wheel and make your trip your own.
A demo for Bus Bound is currently available on Steam right now here. Pre-orders for the game are live right now here. The Deluxe Edition of the game features the Horizon Speed 40ft bus and three retro skins. It also features the Bus Pass, which includes the first three content expansions for the game. All pre-orders will gain the Horizon Hydrogen 40ft Gen2 bus and three modern skins.
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