Airport Master

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Airport Master is a single player strategy game. It was developed by STICLI Games and was released on February 17, 2017. It received negative reviews from players.

Very detailed game about airport management and aviation in general, including Real World aircraft, procedures, IFR\VFR traffic, ATC, resources, upgrades and sounds! Enjoy the Ultimate Airport Management Experience!

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Audience ScoreBased on 90 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

graphics4 negative mentions

The game has a good concept and potential for management enthusiasts.
Some players find the game detailed and immersive, reminiscent of classic airport management games.
There are moments of enjoyment for those who appreciate micro-management gameplay.

The game is plagued by bugs and has not received updates in over a year, leading many to believe it is abandoned.
Gameplay is often described as boring and unengaging, with minimal interaction required.
The developers have been criticized for their restrictive EULA and lack of communication with the community.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many users noting a lack of content and features, describing it as minimal and largely "yet to be added." However, some players have expressed enjoyment despite encountering bugs and are optimistic about future updates. Overall, the gameplay experience appears to be in its early stages, with significant improvements anticipated.
- “Here is my look at the early gameplay... yes I hit bugs but I enjoyed the time and really look forward to continued updates from this title in the future!”
- “New gameplay videos added 3/17/2017”
- “Before you consider buying this, have a look at this gameplay video: https://www.youtube.”
- “Gameplay-wise there is basically nothing there; much is 'yet to be added' and 'coming soon'.”
- “There isn't really any gameplay to speak of.”
- “If negative reviews are about the game itself, then that's one thing, but if the reviews are blatant 'revenge' due to non-gameplay-related factors, that's not fair.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed to negative feedback, with some praising the detailed aircraft models while criticizing the overall quality as outdated and lacking polish. Many users feel the visuals are subpar, likening them to early console graphics and expressing frustration with the game's visual design and lack of content. Overall, the graphics are seen as a significant drawback, detracting from the gaming experience.
- “Once you recognize there can be a difference between attention to detail and GPU-melting realism, the state of the graphics ceases to be an issue.”
- “Graphically, this would look out of place on a PS1; control-wise, it's like controlling a drunk person (in a non-amusing way that makes you feel ill).”
- “The game itself offers no content whatsoever, and the visual design (I'm not even talking about graphics) makes my eyes hurt.”
- “While the aircraft models are very detailed, overall the graphics are not AAA.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is currently plagued by significant stability issues, including frequent crashes and bugs that disrupt gameplay, leading many players to describe it as a tech demo rather than a polished product. While users acknowledge its potential and express a willingness to support the developers, the lack of fixes and the game's inability to run smoothly detract from the overall experience.
- “The game has so much potential, but it is too buggy and nothing seems to be getting worked on.”
- “I know it's early access, but it should at least be able to run a few minutes without crashes and freezes.”
- “No way to increase time and with buggy planes not coming home, you just sit and wait then click once every 20-30 minutes.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as initially amusing, particularly with the absurdity of the 'flight school' planes flying into the abyss, but it quickly becomes tiresome. Additionally, the overly dramatic EULA is seen as unintentionally funny, highlighting the game's attempts to silence criticism in a way that many find ridiculous. Overall, while there are moments of humor, they may not sustain long-term enjoyment.
- “The 'flight school' planes, which from what I could tell are supposed to fly back after a while, both flew in a straight line before half an hour later going through the skybox and continuing off into the abyss, which was funny for a while but soon grew old.”
- “The EULA you agree to is, at best, hilariously overreaching and amounts to nothing beyond an attempt to silence critics and YouTubers. (I made a video regardless; people need to know why to avoid this garbage from a garbage 'company'. They're trying to accuse people of 'trademark copyright' for playing the game, even though, as of writing, nobody seems to own any logos featured.)”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Many users express frustration with the monetization practices in the gaming industry, particularly criticizing developers for releasing unfinished early access games as cash grabs that prioritize profit over quality, often leading to a lack of ongoing support or updates after launch.
- “There are too many cash grabs, with developers releasing unfinished games every month, grabbing our attention and making a big payday on release, only to never be heard from again.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience and engagement.”
- “It's frustrating to see essential content locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's current state significantly hampers its replayability, with users advising potential players to wait for a more polished version before engaging, as the existing experience lacks sufficient depth and enjoyment.