Autobahn Police Simulator

About

Autobahn Police Simulator is a realistic driving simulation that puts you in the role of a German Autobahn police officer. The game features 40 missions based on real-world police work, as well as a "Free Play" mode with 100 additional operations. In addition to enforcing traffic laws, you'll also respond to accidents and use your patrol car's "Follow Me" sign to flag down suspicious vehicles.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+18

59%

Audience ScoreBased on 750 reviews

humor11 positive mentions

graphics34 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept of simulating the life of a police officer on the Autobahn, which can be engaging for players interested in police simulations.
Some players found enjoyment in the initial gameplay, particularly in performing traffic stops and responding to accidents.
The game offers a variety of police vehicles and tasks, which can provide a sense of immersion in the role of a police officer.

The driving mechanics are severely flawed, making it difficult to control vehicles and leading to frequent crashes.
The game suffers from poor optimization, resulting in low frame rates and lag, even on capable hardware.
Repetitive gameplay and a lack of engaging content lead to a monotonous experience, with many players feeling that the game lacks depth and variety.

graphics
92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
46%
37%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated, poorly optimized, and reminiscent of early 2000s titles. While a few reviews mention that the graphics are "alright" or "decent," the consensus leans towards disappointment, highlighting issues such as low-quality character models, lack of polish, and significant performance problems even on modern hardware. Overall, the visual aspect is seen as a major drawback that detracts from the gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are phenomenal and are like nothing I've seen ever before. The groundbreaking technology that was used in this game for the graphics highlights the brilliantly crafted technological advancements that the gaming industry has undergone over the years, leading up to this game's release.”
- “Sure, sometimes the camera is a tad glitchy, and the graphics aren't what most would call 'high quality', but if you ignore it and play the game with an open mind, then you should have as much fun as I did.”
- “The graphics are fairly solid in this game; it's nothing too special.”
- “Firstly, the game's graphics and overall visual quality are underwhelming.”
- “What's worse, despite such terrible graphics, the game can have fps drops due to incredibly poor optimization.”
- “The graphics are terrible and most certainly nowhere near standard for the price and release year.”
gameplay
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
55%
26%
The gameplay of Autobahn Police Simulator is generally criticized for its repetitiveness, clunky mechanics, and numerous technical issues, which detract from the initial enjoyment of the concept. While some players appreciate the driving physics and the simulation aspect, many find the controls unresponsive and the overall experience shallow and unengaging. Overall, the game struggles to deliver a polished and immersive gameplay experience, leading to a mixed reception among players.
- “At first, I genuinely enjoyed the gameplay — performing driver checks, responding to crashes, and patrolling the highways.”
- “However, the driving physics, how intricate the controls are, and how the gameplay loop all work together, it just vibes.”
- “I was thoroughly impressed with the gameplay of this.”
- “Autobahn police simulator had the foundation for something fun, but its repetitive gameplay, clunky mechanics, and technical issues hold it back.”
- “The lackluster graphics, repetitive gameplay, unintuitive controls, and subpar AI prevent it from reaching its full potential.”
- “The gameplay is extremely repetitive and the objectives are often unrealistic.”
story
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
72%
22%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players noting that missions feel repetitive and monotonous, lacking a coherent narrative. While there are various tasks and scenarios, they fail to create a captivating experience, leading to frustration with unclear objectives and technical issues. Overall, the absence of a compelling storyline detracts significantly from the gameplay experience.
- “Paying attention to the story and solving the assignments handed to me made me feel like a real officer, putting together all the pieces made it feel like a true campaign.”
- “It's got cool missions with even some funny lines and a good pacing.”
- “Moral of the story, you never know what life holds in store for you, and if I would have given up when all the odds were stacked against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “The tasks and missions offered become repetitive and monotonous quite quickly.”
- “The inclusion of different patrol missions and emergency response scenarios attempts to provide some diversity, but it falls short in providing a truly engaging and captivating experience.”
- “It's glitchy, lacks any story (you have a partner the entire time but they never get out of the car) and is not fun to play.”
optimization
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
40%
49%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting frequent FPS drops, poor graphics performance, and numerous bugs that severely hinder gameplay. Many users note that even powerful PCs struggle to run the game smoothly, leading to a frustrating experience marred by unresponsive controls and clunky mechanics. Overall, the lack of optimization is a significant detractor, overshadowing the game's potential.
- “Lowering settings largely improves performance.”
- “If they spent more time on the game and sorted the optimization and controls, it could be a good game.”
- “It's actually just a few translation errors, developer oversights, bugs, and performance optimizations that keep it from being decent.”
- “The movement lacks fluidity, and to make matters worse, the game suffers from poor optimization, with frequent fps drops that break the flow of play.”
- “The game is riddled with bugs, optimization is poor, and vehicle control is severely lacking.”
- “This is one of the glitchiest, most horribly optimized games I have ever played.”
stability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and unfinished elements that significantly detract from the experience. Many players experience issues with controls, graphics, and overall gameplay, leading to a consensus that the game feels broken and unpolished. Despite some potential, the overwhelming feedback suggests that the game is not worth the investment due to its instability.
- “Buggy, missing content and seems unfinished by far!”
- “Overall, the game seems unfinished and is quite buggy.”
- “The game is buggy and the driving has no sense of weight or realism.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and repetitive, with players noting that tasks often feel janky and unengaging. Many find the gameplay to be a slog, primarily motivated by achievements rather than enjoyment, as the mechanics and environment contribute to a monotonous experience. Overall, while some players may tolerate the grind, it detracts significantly from the game's potential.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It can be a bit grindy sometimes.”
- “It could have been a great game but instead it's very tedious.”
- “Not the worst thing ever you might even enjoy it if you're really into this type of thing but man is it boring and tedious, it's basically just 3 long highways that are connected you drive around sometimes stopping to help with a car accident or check someone's car.”
- “The mechanics of completing tasks in the game are a bit tedious and the graphics aren't exactly anything to write home about, but they aren't as aggressively terrible as the vehicle handling and camera angles are.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the soundtrack as a standout feature, particularly enjoying the experience of driving while listening to German music. However, others criticize the overall quality, noting a lack of engaging music during gameplay and describing the intro music as unattractive. Overall, while the soundtrack has its moments, many feel it does not significantly enhance the gaming experience.
- “GTA 4 and CS:GO's soundtrack gets put to shame compared to this... amazing game.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
- “It looks nice, has a nice soundtrack, and it has no speed limits ;)”
- “🔲 Just filling noises/no music.”
- “Although listening to German music while driving a police car was one of the best experiences I had with a game in a long time, it doesn't make up for the game just being overall bad.”
- “Music: 5/10, really unattractive intro music right as you enter the game.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players finding amusement in the absurdity of car physics and situations reminiscent of a comedic "Groundhog Day." While some moments elicit genuine laughter, particularly from the game's quirks, the novelty wears off quickly for many, leading to frustration. Overall, the humor is described as entertaining but inconsistent, often leaning into the "so bad it's funny" territory.
- “My first day starts again, like in a grotesque yet hilarious Groundhog Day.”
- “It's got cool missions with even some funny lines and a good pacing.”
- “It is quite fun and you can have some very funny moments but the steering is extremely hard!”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
40%
40%
Players highlight the game's high replayability, noting that it offers a rich experience that encourages extended play beyond the initial hours. Many recommend persevering through the early stages, as the campaign becomes increasingly engaging and enjoyable, making it a worthwhile simulation game for those seeking long-term entertainment.
- “Infinitely replayable (or almost).”
- “I can see myself playing this for a long time to come, and I personally believe the replay value will be quite high.”
- “I recommend this game to anyone looking for a simulation game with a lot of replay value. Don't let the first hour put you down; keep on playing and do the campaign, it just becomes more fun and interesting!”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a strong emotional connection to the narrative, with moments of realization and accomplishment that resonate deeply. Engaging with the story and completing tasks fosters a sense of immersion and purpose, contrasting sharply with negative sentiments about the overall gameplay experience.
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
- “Paying attention to the story and solving the assignments handed to me made me feel like a real officer; putting together all the pieces made it feel like a true campaign.”
- “This made me feel accomplished for once in my life.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere in the game is largely criticized, with players noting a lack of engaging elements that contribute to an immersive experience, alongside complaints about boring gameplay and poor driving controls.
- “I don't quite know where to begin... boring gameplay, bad driving control, and no atmosphere at all.”

Buy Autobahn Police Simulator

4h Median play time

3h Average play time

2-4h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

Videos

49%3.5kreviews

Police Simulator 18

2019

Simulation

This game contains adult content

45%1.5kreviews

Enforcer: Police Crime Action

2014

Simulation

84%10kreviews

Flashing Lights: Police Fire EMS

2023

Role Playing

57%384reviews

Crash Time II

2008

Open World Racing

74%2.7kreviews

Bus Simulator 18

2018

Open World Simulation

67%1.8kreviews

Fernbus Simulator

2023

Casual Racing

44%312reviews