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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience for those who played it as kids, providing a simple and fun gameplay that can be enjoyed casually.
- It features interesting routes and a variety of trucks, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate classic trucking games.
- Despite its dated graphics, the game has a charming ambience and character, with immersive environments that enhance the driving experience.
- The game frequently crashes and has significant compatibility issues with modern systems, making it difficult to play.
- Graphics and controls are outdated, leading to a frustrating experience for players expecting a more polished game.
- The gameplay is overly linear and lacks depth, with limited freedom to explore, which may disappoint those looking for a more comprehensive trucking simulator.
- graphics20 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered dated, with many reviewers noting that they are only marginally better than previous installments. While some players find the graphics acceptable for an older title, others criticize them as poor and reminiscent of games from 15 years ago. Despite these shortcomings, the immersive environment and character of the game are appreciated, though it falls short when compared to more modern titles like Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator.
“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.”
“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.”
“The graphics are terrible, controls are bad!!!!”
“Very poor graphics, not intuitive controls, like a 15-year-old game.”
“Graphics are a bit dated, but the game has lots of ambience and character, is very immersive and the environment has been lovingly crafted.”
- music6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly appreciated by players, often serving as a key element of the experience, with many choosing to drive around simply to enjoy their own imported tracks. While the original soundtrack may be minimal, it evokes nostalgia and enhances the fun of the gameplay.
“I bought this game years ago and I've got 10 minutes of 'gameplay,' aka the first 2 seconds from 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.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the reviews reflects a lighthearted critique of the game's outdated elements, with users jokingly referring to it as "shovelware" and expressing amusement at the idea of a long-overdue update. Additionally, there's a playful acknowledgment of the game's reliance on an early version of the ETS2 engine, suggesting a nostalgic connection to its classic status.
“It'll be funny to see a version update to this shovelware 10 years after release.”
“Great classic from SCS, hopefully one day some of the roads will make their way into ATS. Funny enough, 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).”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by solid driving mechanics and easy-to-remember controls, but it suffers from outdated graphics, lack of free roam, and map restrictions. Players have expressed frustration with the absence of Xbox controller support and recommend alternatives like Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator for a better experience. Overall, while the game has its merits, it falls short compared to its competitors.
“I bought this game years ago and I've got 10 minutes of gameplay, aka the first 2 seconds from the intro music, and that's it.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story in "American Long Haul" is noted for its straightforwardness, as players appreciate the immediate availability of missions upon starting a new game, eliminating the frustration of navigating through menus to begin gameplay.
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players report a high level of stability in the game, with no serious bugs, crashes, or glitches experienced during extensive playtime.
