Just one month after the NEXAT Pack, GIANTS Software released the next major update for Farming Simulator 25 in April 2025 with Patch 1.7. This patch is all about polish, performance, and stability – exactly the areas that matter for a long‑lasting, vibrant community. After the leap forward with the modular NEXAT system, the focus now shifts to optimising the player experience with numerous improvements driven directly by player feedback.
Within days of release, the community praised the noticeably better performance, shorter loading times, and a more stable frame rate across all platforms. GIANTS Software has clearly worked to make the gameplay feel smoother without neglecting new content. Alongside the technical upgrades, Patch 1.7 also introduces revamped machinery models, finer textures, additional gameplay options, and a handful of features that make life on the farm even more authentic.
Patch 1.7 is less a revolution and more a measured evolution – a solid foundation on which upcoming expansions and packs can build.
Technical performance optimisations and shorter loading times in Patch 1.7
The biggest leap in Patch 1.7 comes from technical optimisation. Console players in particular benefit from more stable frame rates, while on PC, loading times have been reduced by up to 30 per cent. The engine has been tuned in several areas, especially in the handling of terrain textures and the dynamic weather system.
A clear difference shows when switching between large maps or loading extensive mods. Previously, brief hitches or minor stutters could occur – these have now largely disappeared. Memory management has also been improved, resulting in smoother play, especially when using many mods and objects on large farms.
Shaders and particle effects have been overhauled as well. Dust, water, and reflections now react more naturally to lighting and wind. The result is a visible step up in quality, most impressive during changing weather conditions.
More realistic vehicle physics: tyre grip, inertia, and handling
Beyond performance, the handling of many machines has been refined. With Patch 1.7, GIANTS Software has made inertia, tyre grip, and weight distribution more realistic. Driving on wet or uneven ground now feels noticeably more dynamic. Vehicles will slide a little if you enter a corner too quickly, and heavy equipment leaves more convincing tracks in the soil.
Steering sensitivity has been fine‑tuned. Tractors respond more smoothly to inputs, while large combines now reflect their greater mass more convincingly. For players using a wheel, the update is a real win – force feedback is more detailed, giving a better sense of surface and load.
Particularly interesting is the adjustment to tracked undercarriages. The new physics makes ground irregularities more perceptible, which, combined with the new particle effects, delivers a more believable overall picture.
AI helpers in Farming Simulator 25: more precise field routes and turning patterns
Another focus lies on improving AI helpers. Many players previously criticised imprecise field routes or illogical turns. With Patch 1.7, the AI system has been reworked from the ground up. Helpers plan routes more intelligently, turn more efficiently at field edges, and leave fewer unworked strips behind.
The detection radius for obstacles has also been expanded. Trees, fences, or objects at the field edge no longer cause work to stop instantly; they are now navigated around more realistically. Sowing and harvesting also benefit from better adaptation to different field shapes. The higher precision is especially noticeable on irregular parcels.
There is also a new option to manually assign AI helpers to specific work sections. You can define which fields or parts of fields a helper should take on without them automatically roaming the entire map. This brings more control and efficiency to your workflow – particularly on larger operations.
Economy and production-chain balancing in Patch 1.7
Patch 1.7 introduces a range of subtle yet effective changes to the in‑game economy. Price developments for grain, milk, and animal products have been rebalanced. The aim is to create more realistic long‑term fluctuations aligned more closely with supply and demand.
A new economic element is the improved calculation of production costs in processing plants. Raw materials are processed more efficiently, but storage costs have also risen slightly. This creates a more dynamic economy that encourages strategic thinking.
The mission system benefits from these adjustments too. Contract jobs are now more closely tied to the current market situation, making job selection feel more believable. Players who enjoy optimising the business side will particularly appreciate these changes.
New gameplay options and QoL features: map, logbook, camera
Alongside the technical and economic tweaks, Patch 1.7 brings several quality‑of‑life features. These include an improved map view with toggleable production chains and active mission icons. You can now see directly on the map which production sites are at capacity and where bottlenecks may arise.
Another small but useful addition is the new work log. It records completed tasks and helper activity – ideal for multiplayer or large farms where many jobs run in parallel.
Camera options have also been expanded. There is now a free camera inside vehicle interiors, letting you switch between viewpoints more flexibly. Especially in combination with the NEXAT system or other large machinery, this delivers a markedly more immersive driving experience.
Graphics and audio: textures, weather, particle, and sound updates
Patch 1.7 is not only more stable – it looks better too. GIANTS Software has reworked numerous textures, including ground, machine paintwork, and crops. Lighting looks more realistic and contrast‑rich, particularly at sunrise and sunset.
The soundscape has been adjusted as well. Engine sounds are fuller, wind and ambient audio respond more convincingly to weather changes, and the subtle rattle of harvesters has been remixed. These are small details, but they add depth to the simulation.
A particular highlight is the improved depiction of dust, mud, and water. When heavy machines cross damp ground, particles splash more realistically, and dirt clings to vehicles more dynamically. This visual immersion boosts realism and elevates the overall feel.
Multiplayer stability and improved server connectivity
A frequently criticised area in earlier versions was multiplayer stability. Patch 1.7 delivers noticeable improvements here. Synchronisation between clients runs more smoothly, disconnects are rarer, and larger mod collections are handled more reliably.
Players report that performance remains stable even with several helpers working simultaneously and large machines in use. This is especially true for dedicated servers, which are now better tuned for multiplayer loads.
Log files and error messages have also been revised. Server admins can diagnose mod conflicts or connection issues more precisely, making hosting far more transparent and less error‑prone.
Practical tips: get the most out of Patch 1.7
- Revisit your graphics presets after updating to make the most of the performance gains.
- Review your mod list for outdated items; remove conflicting content for greater stability.
- Enable the work log to keep AI activity in view – especially in multiplayer.
- Use the refined camera options to improve visibility of implements and field edges on large machines.
- Adjust your production chains to the new balancing and keep an eye on market prices.
Verdict on Patch 1.7 for Farming Simulator 25
Patch 1.7 is a textbook example of how crucial ongoing maintenance and optimisation are. It is not an update that dazzles with spectacular new machinery, but one that strengthens the fundamentals – performance, stability, AI, and realism.
Anyone spending significant time in the game will notice the improvements immediately. Workflows are smoother, fields are handled more precisely, and even long sessions remain comfortably stable. The difference is particularly clear in multiplayer.
With this, GIANTS Software lays a robust foundation for the months ahead. And if you want to truly make the most of the new features, consider running your own server. A Farming Simulator server from 4Netplayers offers not only rock‑solid stability and top‑tier performance, but also full control over mods, settings, and players – ideal for experiencing the improved world of Patch 1.7 together with friends.
