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Airplane Mode

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60%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
music, stability
68% User Score Based on 231 reviews
Critic Score 48%Based on 6 reviews

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Airplane Mode is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Bacronym and was released on October 15, 2020. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

"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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68%
Audience ScoreBased on 231 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
stability13 negative mentions
  • Airplane Mode offers a unique and immersive simulation of the passenger experience on a flight, capturing the essence of air travel with attention to detail.
  • The game provides a calming and meditative environment, allowing players to engage in various in-flight activities like reading, watching movies, and solving puzzles.
  • For those who appreciate unconventional gaming experiences, Airplane Mode can evoke nostalgia and provide a quirky form of entertainment.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating and unplayable for many users, with some reporting lost progress due to crashes.
  • With only two flight options and limited interactions, the gameplay can become repetitive and boring, lacking the depth and variety that many players seek.
  • The graphics and overall presentation are considered subpar, with many players feeling that the game is not worth its price due to its lack of content and polish.
  • graphics
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the airplane simulator receive mixed reviews, with some praising the high-quality visuals and attention to detail, particularly in the cabin, while others criticize the overall polish and optimization, describing the outside visuals as lackluster and unrefined. Many users express disappointment with the game's performance requirements relative to its graphical quality, suggesting that improvements are needed for a more immersive experience. Overall, while there are moments of brilliance, the graphics are seen as a significant area for enhancement.

    • “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.”
  • music
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with users expressing disappointment over the inability to upload personal music or videos, limiting their listening experience to a few pre-provided tracks and podcasts. While some appreciate the inclusion of in-game music and podcasts, many feel that the selection is outdated and lacks variety, suggesting a need for more modern music options. Overall, players desire a broader range of audio content to enhance their gaming experience.

    • “You can read a book, draw in a notebook, listen to music or podcasts, play games or watch movies.”
    • “The in-game music on your phone and podcasts (or ASMR if you're into that) are an interesting add-on.”
    • “There are a few content options (puzzles, reading material, a graph paper book, films and games, podcasts and music) to keep you occupied for a couple of flights.”
    • “My only complaint is you can't add your own music or videos onto the phone or seat-back monitor.”
    • “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.”
    • “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.”
  • stability
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting significant bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Many players note that the developers appear to have ceased updates, leading to a perception of neglect and a lack of polish. Overall, the game is described as frustratingly unstable, with issues ranging from sound problems to freezing, making it difficult for players to enjoy the intended experience.

    • “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.”
    • “There are a few more bugs and glitches - for such a small project it should be more polished for the release.”
  • humor
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is generally appreciated for its quirky and funny concepts, such as simulating a plane flight from a passenger's perspective. However, many players feel that the execution is undermined by frequent crashes and performance issues, which detract from the overall comedic experience. While the idea is amusing, the game could benefit from a stronger focus on humor and technical stability.

    • “It is an experience meant for curiosity, experimentation, or perhaps even humor rather than traditional entertainment.”
    • “The concept of simulating a plane flight as a passenger is really funny to me.”
    • “It's a very funny and nice idea.”
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the airplane simulator: restricted edition is praised for its immersive, seat-bound experience and interactive multiplayer mode, offering significant replay value. However, some users express confusion over its traditional gameplay elements and note the presence of bugs that detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the game excels in immersion, it may not satisfy those seeking conventional gameplay excitement.

    • “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.”
    • “Those seeking excitement or traditional gameplay will likely walk away puzzled.”
    • “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.”
  • optimization
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has been criticized for significant performance issues, including frame rate stuttering even on capable hardware like the GTX 1080. While some users appreciate the unique simulation experience, they express frustration over the game's poor graphical fidelity and the need for better optimization, leading some to consider refunds until improvements are made.

    • “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).”
    • “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.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks a traditional narrative or overarching story, which may not appeal to all players, particularly those seeking a goal-driven experience. However, some users appreciate this absence, finding enjoyment in the simulation aspects without the distraction of a storyline.

    • “The game is probably not for everyone due to it being a sim and the lack of a goal or story, etc., but I enjoyed it.”
    • “There’s no story to lose.”
    • “No story.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The airplane simulator: restricted edition boasts high replayability due to its unique seat-bound gameplay, offering endless possibilities for players. However, some users note that bugged achievements and sound issues detract 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 there are still a lot of bugged achievements, which lowers the replay value. Additionally, the sound could use some reworking.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring an unrealistic amount of effort to progress.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be nostalgic and wholesome, particularly appreciating the interplay between the in-flight simulation and interactive elements. However, some experiences, like playing solitaire, can lead to discomfort due to the need for constant view adjustments. Overall, the game evokes a sense of comfort during challenging times, such as the pandemic.

    • “Now that we are struggling with the pandemic, it made me feel kind of nostalgic.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game effectively captures a compelling atmosphere, prioritizing mood and immersion over strict realism, which enhances the overall experience.

    • “It isn't all 100% realistic, but the game does a good job of capturing the atmosphere.”
    • “And this app is all about atmosphere.”
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Airplane Mode is a simulation game.

Airplane Mode is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Airplane Mode.

Airplane Mode was released on October 15, 2020.

Airplane Mode was developed by Bacronym.

Airplane Mode has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its music.

Airplane Mode is a single player game.

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