OMSI 2 Add-on Yorkshire Counties is a bus simulation add-on for the PC platform that places players behind the wheel on a fictional map drawn from Yorkshire landscapes. The experience centers on realistic driving through narrow roads and demanding schedules, with an emphasis on precise vehicle control and awareness of surrounding traffic and pedestrians.
Gameplay
The core loop involves operating buses along scheduled routes while managing tight corners, mirror checks, and interactions with other road users. Drivers must navigate town centers, villages, country lanes, and a reimagined seafront area. Seasonal texturing covers all four seasons, and all-weather surfaces respond to changing conditions. Points of interest include a viaduct offering elevated views and a long beach stretch that adds visual variety to longer journeys.
Two dedicated depots support operations, one associated with First and another with Yorkshire Terrier. An AI tram network runs alongside bus services to enhance the sense of a living transport environment. Night time, university, and park and ride routes expand the available driving opportunities, while full depot runs occur at the start, middle, and end of shifts to simulate complete service cycles.
Game Modes
Route-based driving forms the main activity, supported by printable timetabled PDF files and a user manual that help plan and execute services. The timetable itself is deliberately compact, requiring careful time management even for drivers familiar with the series. Park and ride services, university lines, and night operations provide distinct scheduling challenges without altering the fundamental single-player focus.
Compatibility with Bus Company and Control Centre Simulator extends the options for those who want to manage larger operations or test custom scenarios. The map supports these activities through its layout of interconnected roads and stops designed to replicate real UK driving pressures.
Vehicle Options
Two new buses receive Yorkshire-specific specifications for this add-on. The YC Masterdeck offers a double-deck configuration suited to higher passenger volumes on busier routes. The YC Veiling B8RLE provides a single-deck alternative with handling characteristics tuned for the narrower lanes and frequent stops found throughout the map. Both integrate with the existing OMSI 2 vehicle systems while reflecting local operator liveries and requirements.
Is It Worth Playing?
Players seeking a focused bus simulation with authentic UK road challenges will find the add-on delivers consistent demands on observation and timing. The combination of varied scenery, seasonal changes, and an integrated tram system creates an environment that rewards repeated playthroughs of the same routes under different conditions. Positive feedback highlights the map's distinct feel compared with other OMSI content and the satisfaction of mastering its tighter schedules. Those who enjoy methodical driving and timetable adherence are the primary audience, while the single-player structure keeps the experience self-contained. The add-on remains available as a standalone purchase for existing OMSI 2 owners.
