Omsi 2 Addon Simple Streets Review

We tested Simple Streets against the standard "Marcel" spline pack on the same hardware (Intel i5, 16GB RAM, GTX 1660).

The reason is draw calls. Each standard spline piece often uses three textures (asphalt, curb, sidewalk). Simple Streets uses one combined texture. For a GPU, drawing one complex object is faster than drawing three simple ones.

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Because no map is perfect, the addon includes "asphalt transition blocks" that allow you to connect Simple Streets modules to older, legacy splines (like OMSI 2’s native "Invisible Street").

“Take a deep breath. No pressure. Just drive.”
OMSI 2 – Simple Streets brings you Valley Brook, a quiet town where the roads are gentle and the schedule is forgiving. Perfect for beginners or bus sim fans who want to unwind. Includes 3 routes, 2 simple buses, and a training mode. No modding knowledge required. Just start the engine and go. We tested Simple Streets against the standard "Marcel"

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For over a decade, OMSI 2 has reigned supreme as the go-to simulator for bus enthusiasts. However, along with its legendary status comes a aging engine and a modding community that has, over the years, created increasingly complex and demanding maps. For players running on mid-range hardware, or those simply tired of 15-minute loading screens, heavy maps can turn a relaxing drive into a slideshow. The reason is draw calls

Enter Simple Streets, an add-on that has quietly become one of the most essential tools in the OMSI modding library. It is not a map in the traditional sense—you cannot download it and drive a route immediately. Instead, it is a developer resource that has revolutionized how maps are built, prioritizing performance without sacrificing realism.

The crown jewel of the addon. Simple Streets includes: