Bus Simulator 21 – Multiplayer Guide

How does multiplayer mode work?

In Bus Simulator 21 multiplayer mode, you can immerse yourself in the world of Angel Shores and Seaside Valley together with up to three friends.

How do I open a multiplayer game?

You can join open Multiplayer lobbies via the Server Browser. Go to the Main Menu and click on Multiplayer.

If you would like to host a Multiplayer Session go to your Company Settings and change your server settings to your preference.

Public: Everybody will be able to see the company in the server browser and join your game. They will need to input the password if it is set.

Hidden: The company is not visible in the server browser. Friends will be able to join via the friendslist.

Private: Only pinned players will be able to join the session. The company is not visible in the server browser and friends can not join via the friendslist.

Where can I find the Session Explorer?

You can join open Multiplayer lobbies via the Server Browser. Go to the Main Menu and click on Multiplayer.

I see no open games in the Session Explorer, what can I do?

Try refreshing the server browser and double-check your internet connection.

Maybe currently there are no public multiplayer sessions.

Where can I see how many people and who are joining my session?

You can manage your lobby under Company Settings > Lobby Management

There you can also set the rights for the joined Players.

Can I set that only friends can join my session?

If you would like to host a Multiplayer Session go to your Company Settings and change your server settings to your preference.

Public: Everybody will be able to see the company in the server browser and join your game. They will need to input the password if it is set.

Hidden: The company is not visible in the server browser. Friends will be able to join via the friendslist.

Private: Only pinned players will be able to join the session. The company is not visible in the server browser and friends can not join via the friendslist.

Can the score of the multiplayer game be saved?

The multiplayer progress will be saved in the host’s company where the session took place.

What additional functions can be found in multiplayer mode, and where can I find them?

In multiplayer mode, you can drive in a convoy. Simply click on the bus your friend is driving and click join in convoy. Alternatively, you can click on the route your friend is on and click “join in convoy”. You can also join your friend on his/her bus as a ticket inspector.

How can I invite friends into a multiplayer game?

Go to Company Settings. Under Lobby Management, you can click the invite button.

How does Steam Invite work?

To see how Steam Invite is working, please take a look at the corresponding steam page, on which it is explained in detail:

Steam Invite 

How can I participate in a multiplayer game?

You can find multiplayer games in the server browser. Go to the main menu and click on Multiplayer.

You can also set your company settings to public, which lets your company appear on the server browser.

Of course, you can also invite friends or join their sessions through the friends list.

I would like to remove a player from my game. Can I kick players out of my game?

As host, go to Company Settings > Lobby Management click on the player you would like to kick, and choose “Kick Player”.

Which multiplayer missions are there?

There are no dedicated multiplayer missions. In a multiplayer game, you progress to the company that the host chose.

However, in multiplayer mode, you can drive in a convoy. Simply click on the bus your friend is driving and click join in convoy. Alternatively, you can click on the route your friend is on and click “join in convoy”. Furthermore, you can join a friend as a Ticket Inspector and check passengers’ tickets while your friend is driving.

How many people can play a Multiplayer session together?

You can play up to 4 players in a Multiplayer session.

Does multiplayer also work via LAN?

Yes. Playing multiplayer via LAN cable even offers a more stable and fast connection to your friends.

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