What are the desktop system requirements for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop (Build 17485361)?

Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop (Build 17485361) requires a 64-bit desktop operating system (Windows 10/11 or macOS Sonoma/Sequoia), a quad-core CPU (Intel Core i5 / Ryzen 5 / Apple Silicon M1+), and at least 8 GB RAM.

How do I install Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop (Build 17485361) without errors?

Extract the downloaded archive using 7-Zip, WinRAR, or Keka into a clean directory, whitelist the folder in Windows Security (or clear macOS quarantine via xattr -cr), and run the executable.

Will updating Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop to Build 17485361 keep my existing settings and saves?

Yes, user profiles, presets, and save files are stored in your local AppData or ~/Library/Application Support directory and remain intact when upgrading to Build 17485361.

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PC 10.4 GB 2026 Published on, Oct 01, 2026 Last Updated - Nov 15, 2026 [Build 17485361]

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Fix Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop (Build 17485361) startup crashes, permission errors, missing dependencies, and desktop configuration issues on Windows 10/11 PC & macOS Desktop via AnkerGames.

Release Group / Clean Pre-pack Released / Jan 01, 2026

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Quick Fix for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop Crashes & Launch Errors: Over 90% of startup crashes, missing DLL errors on Windows, and Gatekeeper prompts on macOS in Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop (Build 17485361) are resolved by installing vc_redist.x64.exe, whitelisting the folder in Windows Security (or running xattr -cr on Mac), and launching as Administrator.

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Common Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop Desktop Errors & Proven Solutions

Issue / Error Message	Root Cause	Step-by-Step Fix
Crash on Startup / Silent Exit (Windows)	Missing Visual C++ Runtime or Admin privileges	Install VC++ 2015–2022 (x86 & x64) and enable Run this program as an administrator.
Missing MSVCP140.dll / VCRUNTIME140.dll	Corrupted Microsoft C++ runtime libraries	Reinstall the official Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package and reboot your PC.
Missing steam_api64.dll / Activation DLL	Windows Defender quarantined the offline loader	Open Windows Security → Protection History, restore the file, and whitelist the folder.
"App Is Damaged and Can't Be Opened" (macOS)	macOS Gatekeeper quarantine flag	Run `sudo xattr -rd com.apple.quarantine "/Applications/Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.app"` in Terminal.

Related Guides: Main Download Page | Installation Guide | System Requirements

Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Windows 10/11 & macOS Configuration, Preset & Save Data Paths

When backing up user profiles, presets, or local save data between a Windows Desktop workstation and a MacBook Pro/Studio for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop (Build 17485361), check these default desktop directories:

Desktop Platform	Default User Data / Config / Preset Directory	Backup & Migration Notes
Windows 10 / 11 (x64)	`%APPDATA%\{Bus_Simulator_21_Next_Stop}\` or `%USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\{Bus_Simulator_21_Next_Stop}\`	Back up this folder before installing a newer version or resetting preferences.
macOS (Apple Silicon M1–M4 / Intel)	`~/Library/Application Support/Bus_Simulator_21_Next_Stop/` & `~/Library/Preferences/`	Use `Cmd + Shift + G` in Finder to open hidden Library paths directly.

Release Metadata Summary – Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop

Title / Package: Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop
Verified Build Version: Build 17485361
Archive Size: 10.4 GB
Category: GameApplication
Target Desktop OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) & macOS Desktop (Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3/M4 & Intel)
Primary Download Hub: Download Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop (Build 17485361) Full Desktop Build

Installation Guide

Step-by-step setup process

Game is pre-installed / portable, therefore you do not need to install the game.

Just extract the rar / zip file using 7-Zip or WinRAR.

Simply launch the game directly from the game executable as Administrator.

Important Notes

Install necessary apps from Redist or _CommonRedist to ensure game launches without problems.
Always extract game in Antivirus / Defender excluded folder to prevent false-positive file quarantine.
Always run the game as administrator.