The Long Drive V2024.10.17b

Every run of The Long Drive starts in your home garage. Your initial choices and preparation dictate how far you will survive before your first breakdown.

Beyond the core driving, the game offers deep audio customization. Version v2024.10.15c_test included a notable fix that aims to finally eliminate the stuttering issues with the custom radio feature. The update claims it now "supports more formats like flac, and possibly some others I have never heard of". For players embarking on a 5,000-kilometer journey, the ability to listen to their own music or strange, in-game broadcasts is essential for immersion, making this a much-appreciated stability fix.

Resolved bugs related to the percentages of oil, water, and gas inside containers and fuel tanks. The Long Drive v2024.10.17b

: Resolved a texture issue where bulb and big mirror slices appeared purple (a common "missing texture" indicator in Unity). How to Access This Version

Fixed issues where certain item "slices" (like bulbs) appeared purple due to texture errors. Destructibility: Every run of The Long Drive starts in your home garage

For more in-depth reviews and community discussions, check the SteamDB entry for V2024.10.17b_test and look for recent gameplay on YouTube . What’s the strangest car configuration you’ve built?

: Corrected a bug where very weak guns were unable to destroy lightbulbs. Version v2024

If you start with a two-stroke vehicle (like the Trabant or Wartburg), you cannot use pure gasoline. You must mix directly inside the fuel tank or a gas can. Running a two-stroke engine without oil will permanently destroy it within a few kilometers. Surviving the Endless Desert

: Road types increased from 4 to 12 (currently a visual change). Tall Grass : Re-introduced with improved visuals.

The official patch notes for v2024.10.17b and its immediate predecessor, v2024.10.16_test, offer a clear look at the development focus. Here’s a breakdown of the most significant changes: