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🌍 The Great Steppe ProMods Addon for ETS2 -  is an expansion module for the renowned ProMods map mod in ETS2, focusing on the vast landscapes of Kazakhstan and parts of Uzbekistan. Originally developed in 2017 by 09_KZ as a standalone map, it was acquired and revitalized by the ProMods team in 2023 to ensure ongoing compatibility and integration with their Europe-centric map overhaul. This addon seamlessly extends ProMods Europe into Central Asia, adding over 20,000 kilometers of drivable roads across steppes, deserts, and semi-deserts, while introducing authentic Kazakh and Uzbek settlements, industries, and cultural elements. 

Features The Great Steppe ProMods:
Map Coverage & Terrain:
– 🏞️ Expansive recreation of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
 • Cities like Aktobe, Aktau, Mangystau, Zhanaozen, Kuryk
– 🌵 Terrain types: flatlands, sparse forests, deserts, semi-deserts
– 🛣️ Long highways with broken roads and sparse population for realism

Cities & Connections:
– 🏘️ Over 50 new cities and border crossings
– ⛴️ Ferry link: Kuryk to Alat (Azerbaijan)
– 🔗 Optional connectors to ProMods Europe via third-party ferry mods
– 🚚 Supports quick travel and road access from European hubs

Visual & Asset Enhancements:
– 🏗️ High-detail 3D models for buildings and infrastructure
– 🪧 Authentic signage, license plates, and custom Kazakh/Uzbek prefabs
– 🌙 Full lightmask support for dynamic shadows and nighttime realism
– 🛠️ Rebuilt areas like Aktau for improved stability

Traffic & AI:
– 🚓 Kazakh police vehicles
– 🚗 New AI trucks and cars tailored to Central Asian roads
– 🏙️ Enhanced traffic density in cities, reduced in remote areas

Industries & Logistics:
– 🛢️ New cargo depots: oil fields, farms, industrial zones
– 📦 Compatible with ProMods economy system
– 🚛 Diverse freight options: grain, fuel, machinery

Technical Optimizations:
– 🔧 Works in standalone or addon mode (load below ProMods files)
– 📦 Requires FLD Prefab Pack for standalone use
– 🐞 Fixed bugs: country detection, flag rendering, map border

🎮 Tested on game version 1.60.x