18 Wheels of Steel: Extreme Trucker 2
- May 8, 2015
- SCS Software
Get on Steam"18 Wheels of Steel: Extreme Trucker 2" is a driving game that puts you in the driver's seat of big rig trucks, challenging you to deliver extreme loads under tight deadlines across hazardous roads and environments. With the addition of two new locations, Montana and Bangladesh, you'll need to navigate steep mountains, ice roads, and rainforest trails while managing your cargo and bottom line. The game features 13 big rigs for you to choose from and the ability to carry maximum/minimum loads, oversized cargo, and high-risk items to build your reputation and expand your trucking empire.
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience for those who played it in their childhood, providing a sense of familiarity and enjoyment.
- It features interesting routes and a variety of trucks, making it a fun pick-up-and-play game for casual gamers.
- Despite its dated graphics and mechanics, the game has a charming ambience and character that some players find immersive.
- The game frequently crashes and has compatibility issues with newer operating systems, making it difficult to play.
- Graphics and controls are outdated, leading to a frustrating experience for players expecting modern standards.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic and linear, lacking depth and features found in more recent trucking simulators.
- graphics10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics in the reviewed trucking games are generally considered dated, with some users noting that while they are acceptable for older titles, they fall short compared to more modern games like Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. Despite the lack of visual polish, many players appreciate the immersive environments and character of the games, though some express frustration with the overall quality and controls. Overall, the graphics are seen as a mixed bag, with a consensus that they do not meet contemporary standards.
“If you want to buy an 18 Wheels of Steel game, at least this one has acceptable graphics for an old game, so if you want to, must to, have to, this is the only one tolerable.”
“Sure, the physics model is dated, and the graphics too, but not so much that they're jarring, and that simplicity means it runs very nicely on a modern rig.”
“Graphics are a bit dated, but the game has lots of ambience and character, is very immersive and the environment has been lovingly crafted.”
“The graphics are terrible, controls are bad!!!!”
“Very poor graphics, not intuitive controls, like a 15-year-old game.”
- music3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is a highlight for many players, with some enjoying the ability to port in their own tracks and use the game's soundtrack to enhance their driving experience. While some users note limited gameplay time, the nostalgic and enjoyable music contributes significantly to the overall fun of the game.
“I bought this game years ago and I've got 10 minutes of 'gameplay,' aka the first 2 seconds of the intro music, and that's it.”
“This is a fun game, and a lot of the time instead of completing routes, I will just drive around and listen to the music I ported into the game.”
“Different trucks and cargos, a few interesting places for a ride, your favorite music, and nostalgia.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find humor in the game's outdated nature and the irony of its continued updates despite being labeled as "shovelware." There's also a lighthearted appreciation for its classic status and the nostalgic connection to earlier versions of the engine used in other games.
“It's funny to see a version update for this shovelware 10 years after its release.”
“Great classic from SCS! Hopefully, one day some of the roads will make their way into ATS. It's amusing that this game runs on a very early version of the ETS2 engine (check the map editor; it's the same as TNT, STDS, and ETS2 v1).”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being limited, with players experiencing minimal engagement beyond the intro, and lacking features like free roam and Xbox controller support. While the driving mechanics are praised for their simplicity, the graphics remain outdated compared to previous installments, leading many to recommend alternatives like Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator for a better experience.
“The driving mechanics are good, the keys are easy to remember, and it's cheap.”
“It has its ups and downs, but the gameplay offers a solid experience for those who enjoy trucking games.”
“If you're looking for a really good trucking game, I recommend Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator.”
“I bought this game years ago and I've got 10 minutes of gameplay, which is just the first 2 seconds of the intro music, and that's it.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story in "American Long Haul" is noted for its improved accessibility, allowing players to jump straight into missions without the frustration of navigating complex menus or controls. This streamlined approach enhances the overall gameplay experience.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving players feeling disconnected from the protagonists.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players report a stable experience with no significant bugs, crashes, or glitches during gameplay, even over extended play sessions.
