Airline Manager

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Create & manage your own airline

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70%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,161 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

monetization4 negative mentions

Engaging management gameplay with a variety of aircraft and airports to choose from.
Realistic simulation of airline operations, allowing players to strategize and manage their own airline effectively.
Free to play with the option to progress without spending real money, making it accessible to a wide audience.

Gameplay is extremely slow as flights operate in real time, leading to long wait times for progress.
Heavy reliance on microtransactions for speeding up gameplay and accessing certain features, which can detract from the overall experience.
Lack of a comprehensive tutorial or guidance, making it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics and strategies.

gameplay
51 mentions
24 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the airline management game is characterized by its engaging yet slow-paced mechanics, which some players find tedious due to the real-time nature of flight operations and a steep learning curve. While the game offers a comprehensive and immersive experience with stunning visuals and detailed mechanics, it is marred by pay-to-win elements and a lack of depth compared to similar titles, leading to mixed reviews on its overall enjoyment and accessibility. Players appreciate the potential for a satisfying experience but often express frustration with the slow gameplay and insufficient tutorials.
- “Challenging yet rewarding, Airline Manager outshines similar titles with its complex mechanics and immersive atmosphere.”
- “The game's user-friendly interface, comprehensive mechanics, and attention to detail create a satisfying and engaging gameplay environment that keeps players coming back for more.”
- “With its robust features, realistic gameplay, and attention to detail, Airline Manager 4 sets a new standard for the genre.”
- “This game has great potential but leans too hard into the pay-to-win mechanics.”
- “Microtransactions and limited gameplay if you don't want to pay.”
- “The gameplay is way too slow and pay-to-win as well; a potential for a good game ruined by greed.”
graphics
23 mentions
17 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the stunning visuals and immersive experience, particularly for aviation enthusiasts, while others criticize the lack of customization options and the use of low-end integrated graphics. Despite some players finding the graphics satisfactory, there are complaints about the game not remembering previous settings and comparisons to better mobile games in terms of visual quality and gameplay. Overall, the graphics are seen as decent but not groundbreaking, catering more to casual players.
- “Mind-boggling graphics, mechanics smoother than my bald uncle's head, and a storyline that'll make a soap opera feel like a sitcom!”
- “With stunning graphics, intricate airline operations, and a blend of strategy and simulation, it's a must-play for aviation enthusiasts.”
- “With its stunning visuals, realistic gameplay mechanics, and engaging multiplayer features, it provides an immersive experience for aviation enthusiasts and simulation gamers alike.”
- “Even worse than those, the game doesn't even bother trying to remember the graphical settings from the last time you played.”
- “I have played an identical mobile game with a different logo, and I have played a better mobile game with different graphics and similar ideas, with better gameplay, and more options for planes and airports.”
- “No resolution or graphic or usual PC options.”
monetization
23 mentions
13 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game primarily relies on optional in-game purchases, allowing players to progress without spending money, though some find the progression slow without these microtransactions. While many players appreciate the absence of intrusive ads and the affordability of purchases, there is a growing sentiment that recent changes have turned the game into a cash grab, leading to frustration among the community. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some enjoying the game despite the monetization, while others criticize it for being overly reliant on microtransactions.
- “This game is free, so some aspects aren't the best, but we have to remember it is a free-to-play. In-app purchases are available, but I wouldn't recommend buying them.”
- “There are in-app purchases, but it's possible to progress without them if you're patient.”
- “While it is possible to enjoy the game without spending real money, some players may find the progression a bit slow without investing in these optional microtransactions.”
- “Could be a fun game, but the microtransactions make it just a garbage mobile game.”
- “Too many microtransactions.”
- “Once great, now just a cash grab.”
grinding
18 mentions
17 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is polarizing; while some players appreciate the realism and long-term engagement it offers, many find it excessively slow and tedious, often requiring significant time investment or additional purchases to progress. Overall, the gameplay is described as heavily grind-oriented, making it less enjoyable for those who prefer a faster pace.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This kind of gameplay might appeal to some, but for others, it might feel too slow or tedious.”
- “It's extremely grindy and not worth the time.”
- “Too slow-paced and grindy for me.”
story
14 mentions
7 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The storyline in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users noting the absence of a compelling narrative, likening it to a soap opera that fails to engage. While the graphics and mechanics are praised, the lack of a meaningful story has left players disappointed.
- “Mind-boggling graphics, mechanics smoother than my bald uncle's head, and a storyline that'll make a soap opera feel like a sitcom!”
- “The graphics flew high, but the storyline crashed and burned on the runway of my expectations!”
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
optimization
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews; while initial performance issues on PC caused significant lag and frustration, recent updates have reportedly resolved these problems, leading to a smoother experience. Players appreciate the depth of management and decision-making involved, but some still find the game poorly optimized overall.
- “Whether it’s negotiating contracts, choosing which planes to buy, or deciding which routes to fly, every decision matters, and the consequences of those decisions are clearly visible in your airline’s performance.”
- “The game offers a wide range of aircraft to choose from, including various types of planes, each with its own characteristics and performance statistics.”
- “Staffing improvements—being able to hire, fire, train, and evaluate staff performance adds another layer of management.”
- “It's badly optimized that you can't even play it.”
- “This game's performance is poor.”
- “#2 - it's not optimized for pc.”
music
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game lacks any background music or soundtrack, which has led some players to resort to playing their own music while playing. This absence of audio elements contributes to a perception of the game being slow-paced, particularly in real-time scenarios. Overall, the lack of music has been noted as a significant drawback by users.
- “The game is real-time, and it is too slow; even in easy mode, the map is incorrect and there is no background music or any sounds.”
- “No music(?!).”
- “Extremely slow going, as the flights happen in somewhat 'real time', and there is no music or sound.”
stability
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game exhibits stability issues, with a buggy user interface and increasing glitches the longer it is left open. Additionally, it is noted that the game lacks certain features, which may contribute to its instability.
- “The UI is a little buggy, though.”
- “And the longer you keep it open, the more it glitches.”
- “A bit buggy and lacks features.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of "Airline Manager" is praised for being both challenging and rewarding, with its complex mechanics contributing to a highly immersive experience that sets it apart from similar titles.
- “Challenging yet rewarding, Airline Manager outshines similar titles with its complex mechanics and immersive atmosphere.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game offers notable replayability, particularly due to its engaging transport mechanics that encourage players to revisit and explore different strategies.
- “Yes, it's an interesting transport game with great replay value.”
- “The variety of scenarios and challenges keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the dynamic events and choices.”
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be highly entertaining and humorous, praising its extensive options and overall enjoyment. The humor contributes significantly to their positive experience, making it a highly recommended title.
- “This game is very funny and has every plane you can imagine. It has amazing options, and I love this game so much. I really recommend it; it is amazing.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players feel a strong sense of importance and control over their actions within the game, contributing to a deeply emotional experience.
- “This game has made me feel important and in control of what happens in the game.”