Autobahn Police Simulator 2
- November 4, 2020
- Z-Software
Autobahn Police Simulator 2 is a police driving and action simulation game set in a German autobahn environment. Players take on the role of a police officer, patrolling roads and highways, enforcing traffic laws, and responding to emergencies. The game features realistic vehicle handling, various mission types, and a dynamic day and night cycle.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique experience of being a highway cop, which some players find enjoyable.
- Despite its flaws, the game has a decent story and allows for character customization.
- Some players appreciate the fun factor and the potential for the game to improve with updates.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs, poor optimization, and frequent crashes, making it frustrating to play.
- Graphics and controls are often described as subpar, leading to a lack of immersion and enjoyment.
- Many players feel that the game is not worth its price due to its unfinished state and repetitive gameplay.
- story120 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally perceived as underwhelming, with many players noting that the main quests feel disconnected and lack depth, often requiring tedious interactions with the police captain to progress. While some appreciate the detective elements and the potential for engaging narratives, the overall execution is marred by bugs, repetitive missions, and a short playtime, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction with the storyline's development and completion.
“The main quests have some story to them, which is developed through evidence collected by the player and responding to new locations that you are given by the police captain.”
“This is a free roam police simulation plus the nice storyline in which you do a little detective work on the side.”
“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.”
“The main quests feel out of the way to start, requiring the player to talk to the captain in the police station to get the next quest, which you can either accept or decline, and the main quests don't feel major enough to be played through.”
“The story itself is much shorter; I think you can manage it within 5-6 hours.”
“This is frustrating to see the story mode ending immediately after buying the game. It did not even take a month before the story mode is finished considering I played a maximum of 20 hours.”
- graphics54 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment given its 2017 release, citing issues like poor optimization, lag, and graphical glitches. While some appreciate the visual quality when settings are adjusted, others find the performance unacceptable, even on high-end systems. Overall, the graphics are seen as a significant drawback, overshadowing the game's potential enjoyment.
“The graphics are pretty good.”
“It's a good game, the graphics are very much like those out of Farming Simulator or other games of a similar type; this was, however, played on a 4K HD monitor.”
“Yes, the graphics look nice, yes there is a cool storyline, and yes there is a cool usable matrix board and better driving controls.”
“This game's graphics are really disappointing considering this game was released in 2017.”
“I have been attempting to optimize the game, lowering screen resolution, graphics, shadows, etc. and I still have issues with my FPS.”
“The mouse control sucks, the graphics suck, and everything about this game sucks.”
- gameplay40 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 85 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay experience has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and lacking depth, particularly criticizing the skill tree for offering minimal improvements. Technical issues, such as control mapping and performance optimization, have also been highlighted, leading to frustration among users. Overall, while some see potential for improvement, many recommend waiting for updates before purchasing due to the current state of the game.
“Police Simulator: Patrol Officers will always stay better because the game was focused on gameplay.”
“So to sum it all up, the gameplay has had quite an improvement over the first game; however, due to poor optimization, I cannot advise a purchase of this game currently. If they decide to update this game and fix those issues, I will gladly update my review and I will keep checking here for dev replies in case something I have mentioned has or is being addressed.”
“This is not a finished product; do not buy until they make it better. Edit: The more I play, the more excited I am because this can be a great game; it just needs a lot of work and they definitely need to add shooting mechanics.”
“After 1 hour of boring gameplay, I really decided to request a refund.”
“Boring gameplay, bad mechanics, broken AI, and feels unfinished.”
“So to sum it all up, the gameplay has had quite an improvement over the first game; however, due to poor optimization, I cannot advise a purchase of this game currently.”
- optimization26 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 54 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering and crashes, even on high-end hardware. Despite improvements in gameplay compared to its predecessor, many reviewers advise against purchasing until the developers address these optimization problems, as the current performance does not justify the price. Overall, while the game has potential, its lack of optimization severely hampers the experience.
“It's really a shame they did not optimize this game better because there aren't really many good police games on the market, and to be fair, this was quite a step up from the original Autobahn Police Simulator. But without fixing optimization, it's very hard to recommend this game.”
“The game's idea is great, but the optimization is bad.”
“It's really a shame they did not optimize this game better because there aren't really many good police games on the market. To be fair, this was quite a step up from the original Autobahn Police Simulator, but without fixing optimization, it's very hard to recommend this game.”
“My advice to the dev team: either push out an update to fix this horribly optimized game or recheck your requirements list.”
“So to sum it all up, the gameplay has had quite an improvement over the first game; however, due to poor optimization, I cannot advise a purchase of this game currently. If they decide to update this game and fix those issues, I will gladly update my review and I will keep checking here for dev replies in case something I have mentioned has or is being addressed.”
- stability20 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, low frame rates, and freezing issues, even on systems that meet the recommended requirements. While some players find the game entertaining despite these problems and appreciate the regular updates, many others express frustration over the frequent technical issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game shows potential but currently suffers from significant stability concerns.
“Please do not get this game, I have had issues with FPS and glitches despite being within the minimum and recommended requirements.”
“Game is jerky and lags a lot, freezes up, and will not reload saves; I have to start a new game.”
“Frame rate is super low although I have a fast computer, a lot of glitches, traffic is a mess, and your avatar's movements are a real struggle.”
- grinding12 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively time-consuming and tedious, often requiring a significant investment of time to fully unlock content. The short campaign exacerbates this issue, as many can finish it before achieving full progression, leading to frustration for those who prefer a more balanced experience. Overall, while the game has its merits, the grinding can detract from enjoyment.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“It can get tedious, so you either have to bear with it or leave it.”
“The campaign is really too short, and is made worse by the fact that the player can complete the campaign long before they unlock everything, assuming the player didn't resort to grinding it out in a bunch of patrols prior to resuming the campaign.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Autobahn Police Simulator 2" is highlighted by the amusing character customization options and quirky driving physics, which can lead to comical in-game moments and entertaining screenshots. However, some players feel that the game's lack of optimization and frequent crashes detract from the overall experience, questioning whether the humor justifies the price.
“Funny modifications of your character's appearance add a delightful twist to the gameplay.”
“The driving physics are hilariously unpredictable, making every ride an adventure.”
“Bleed-through in 'Autobahn Police Simulator 2' is no joke... except maybe for the humorous effects that players can capture in screenshots.”
- music6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for being repetitive and annoying, with players noting its minimal presence during gameplay. Additionally, the lack of in-car music is seen as a significant oversight, especially for a game centered around driving.
“All of the songs in the game are really repetitive and annoying, though they are not prevalent during actual gameplay.”
“Plus, there's no music that plays in your car, which is disappointing for a police game where driving takes up most of the time.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, with some experiencing tears during pivotal moments that highlight the stakes involved. However, there is also a sense of frustration and betrayal regarding the financial aspect, as some feel exploited by the developers. Overall, the narrative and gameplay foster a deep sense of immersion, allowing players to feel like they are part of a meaningful campaign.
“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.”
“Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is negatively impacted by areas that appear artificial and lack a natural feel, leading to a less immersive experience for players.
“Throughout the map, there are places that look artificial and not natural, which really decreases the atmosphere.”