Bus Bound Simulator 2026 - is an upcoming bus driving simulation game developed by stillalive studios (creators of Bus Simulator 21 and Bus Simulator 18) and published by Saber Interactive. It is scheduled for release in 2026 on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with no exact date announced yet. Set in the fictional American city of Emberville, players act as bus drivers transporting passengers while contributing to the city's evolution into a more pedestrian-friendly public transit hub by upgrading stops, unlocking routes, and earning perks.

Features Bus Bound Simulator 2026:
- Fully simulated Emberville with dynamic traffic, day/night cycles, varied weather (e.g., rain, sunshine), bustling intersections, and quiet neighborhoods. Player actions shape districts over time. 
- Over a dozen true-to-life American buses at launch (17 total in full game), including New Flyer Xcelsior 40ft CNG, Blue Bird Sigma, and New Flyer Excelsior Clean Diesel. Detailed controls like handbrake, speed limiter, retarder, high beams, and indicators.
- Upgrade bus stops, unlock new routes/districts, earn passive perks, and generate rider goodwill for progression. Transform areas into vibrant, walkable spaces.
- Online co-op for up to 4 players (host + 3 others). Split routes, collaborate on city goals. (Demo is single-player only.)
- Unlock new buses, visual styles (liveries, colors), and upgrades based on performance. Relaxed or optimized driving styles supported.
- Morning/afternoon/night shifts, route planning (customize stops), passenger satisfaction for rewards, realistic challenges like traffic jams and construction.