AlthoughBus Simulator 21is a game that you can play alone, set up your own company and complete jobs, it is also possible toplay online with your friends through multiplayer. To be able to play with friends, however, you will need to learn how to start your own session in the game.

Bus Simulator 21does not explicitly inform you how to set up multiplayer, but the process is relatively simple once you know where to look. For those who are looking to get started on their business with their friends, here’s what you need to do to play online.

How to Set Up Multiplayer Session in Bus Simulator 21

When you first open upBus Simulator 21, you’ll find ‘Continue’ (if you’ve played before), ‘Multiplayer’, and ‘New Game’ in the main menu. When you click on Multiplayer, you’ll notice that it is empty, and it will only let you search for available servers created by other players. If your friend has made a public one, you can search for theirs here. Some random people can also make their own public servers, meaning anyone can join. However, you can also makeyour own private serverfor ease.

To do this, start by either choosing ‘Continue’, or ‘New Game’. If you are starting a new game, you will first need to make sure you complete the tutorial and get your company going. Now, follow these steps:

How to Change Multiplayer Settings

You can also change the settings of this company through ‘Gameplay Settings’, which includes making all players wear the same uniform,allowing them to purchase vehicles like a Mercedes, giving them speed tickets, and more.

Keep in mind, as well, that once you change this game from a single-player adventure to multiplayer, it will bepermanently online. You won’t be able to go back to offline, though you’re able to continue to play it alone if you choose Private.

Bus Simulator 21is available to play on Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.