Airplane Mode
- October 15, 2020
- Bacronym
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Airplane Mode" is a simulation game where you experience a realistic long-haul flight as a window seat passenger, from taxiing to take-off, landing, and everything in between. The game meticulously recreates the airline travel experience, with accurate flight path, in-flight service, and even the contents of your bag and smartphone. Every playthrough offers different circumstances, making it a unique and immersive simulation.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and realistic simulation of being a passenger on a flight, with impressive attention to detail in the cabin environment and in-flight activities.
- Players appreciate the variety of in-game activities available, such as reading, drawing, and watching movies, which can make the experience enjoyable and relaxing.
- The graphics and sound design are praised for creating an immersive atmosphere that captures the essence of air travel.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating and often unplayable for many users.
- There is a lack of content, with only two flight routes available and limited interaction options, leading to a repetitive experience.
- Many players feel that the game has been abandoned by the developers, with no updates or improvements since its release, leaving it feeling incomplete.
- graphics24 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the airplane simulator receive mixed reviews, with some praising the high-quality visuals and attention to detail inside the cabin, while others criticize the lackluster and unpolished exterior graphics. Many users express disappointment over the game's high system requirements relative to its mediocre visual quality, particularly outside the aircraft. Overall, while there are moments of impressive graphics, significant improvements are needed for a more polished experience.
“Prepare to be absolutely floored by the breathtaking graphics in the airplane simulator: restricted edition.”
“Love the attention to detail, high-quality visuals, and variety of stuff to interact with and do.”
“Graphics: 10/10 (for its mesmerizing seat view)”
“It's a bit unpolished in terms of visuals too, so overall, I can't say it's recommended.”
“My computer is 5 years old now and I completely understood that it might not have run at full graphics at 1080p, but the game looks extremely lackluster for something it's trying to achieve.”
“The graphics outside the plane are laughable, with no effort put into the only interesting thing that this game could have had, looking out the window.”
- music14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating the inclusion of in-game music and podcasts but expressing disappointment over the limited selection and the inability to upload personal music. Many users desire a broader range of modern music and more engaging audio content, as the current offerings feel outdated and insufficient compared to other entertainment options. Additionally, technical issues such as sound cutouts have further detracted from the overall experience.
“Recommendations: it would be cool if there was more modern music to listen to.”
“You're given some tools such as a phone (that you have to charge!) that has some music tracks, podcasts, and photos to look at.”
“The in-game music on your phone and podcasts (or ASMR if you're into that) are an interesting add-on, but it would be nice to just simply listen to my own music.”
“So… unfortunately, I did not get to experience the pre-provided music tracks or podcasts.”
“The difference is what's 'in this game' is very likely far more limited than what's already available to you through any other venue of TV, music, or games.”
- stability12 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, leading to a frustrating experience for players, including issues with sound, freezing, and glitches affecting phone settings. Despite some updates, players report that these have often introduced more problems rather than resolving existing ones, resulting in a lack of stability that detracts from the overall enjoyment. Many feel that the game needed more polish at launch, especially given its simplicity.
“But... not only is the game quite buggy, it also seems the developers have stopped working on it.”
“Edit 2: they updated the game, but all they seem to have done is introduce more bugs and glitches.”
“For such a small nothing of a game (where you mostly just sit and do nothing) they still managed to make it a terrible and buggy experience instead of a relaxing environment.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Airplane Simulator: Restricted Edition" is praised for its immersive seat-bound experience and interactive multiplayer mode, offering high replay value. However, some users criticize the game for numerous bugs and a lack of engaging gameplay elements, comparing it unfavorably to other titles. Overall, while the game excels in immersion, it suffers from significant gameplay issues.
“Gameplay: 10/10 for its unrivaled seat-bound immersion.”
“In the airplane simulator: restricted edition, prepare to be blown away by the sheer brilliance of seat-bound gameplay.”
“With its stunning seat view, immersive gameplay, interactive multiplayer mode, and seat-shaking sound design, this game will transport you.”
“With its unique seat-bound gameplay and lack of mobility, the airplane simulator: restricted edition offers infinite replay value.”
“There's numerous bugs in the game gameplay-wise, I'll name three.”
“This game is like Desert Bus, but even Desert Bus had gameplay.”
- optimization7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has faced significant criticism, particularly regarding performance issues and frame rate stuttering, even on capable hardware like the GTX 1080. While some users appreciate the gameplay after initial bugs were resolved, the overall experience is marred by poor graphical detail and the need for better optimization to enhance realism and stability.
“Once the performance and crashing bugs were fixed, this has become the sim game I always wanted, ever since I fell in love with the concept of Desert Bus (Penn & Teller's simulator).”
“I wish that you could roam across the cabin, which would make it much more realistic, but the elephant in the room is the performance.”
“Because I can't run the game, I'm unfortunately going to have to refund it for now and give it another try down the line if they can fix the performance issues with it.”
“I wish that you could roam across the cabin which would make it much more realistic, but the elephant in the room is the performance.”
“Why does it require performance for a game that you just mostly stay in one position?”
“The outside is also the worst detailed modeling I have ever seen, and I think that's what is mainly the problem for the performance.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is appreciated for its unique and amusing concept of simulating a passenger flight, but it is overshadowed by significant technical issues, including severe lag and crashes. While the initial premise is entertaining, the execution detracts from the overall experience.
“It's a very funny and nice idea.”
“The concept of simulating a plane flight as a passenger is really funny to me.”
“Maybe we've come to a point in history where I should just make a game called 'Boredom for Narcissists' and it will just turn on your computer's camera and let you stare at yourself; you'll have all the fun of looking in a mirror and making funny faces, for just a small fee.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The airplane simulator: restricted edition boasts high replayability due to its unique seat-bound gameplay, offering endless possibilities for players. However, the presence of numerous bugged achievements and sound issues detracts from the overall experience.
“Replay value: 10/10 (for endless seat-bound possibilities)”
“With its unique seat-bound gameplay and lack of mobility, the airplane simulator: restricted edition offers infinite replay value.”
“What I find annoying is that so far there are still a lot of achievements bugged, which lowers the replay value, and also the sound could use a reworking.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game lacks a narrative, with users noting that there is no story to engage with or lose, resulting in a purely gameplay-focused experience.
“There’s no story to lose.”
“No story.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be nostalgic and wholesome, particularly appreciating the blend of in-flight simulation with interactive entertainment. However, some experiences, like playing solitaire, can lead to discomfort, highlighting a mix of enjoyment and physical challenge during gameplay.
“Now that we are struggling with the pandemic, it made me feel kind of nostalgic.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like a task that demands an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to complete it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
