Autobahn Police Simulator 3
- June 22, 2022
- Z-Software
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Get on Xbox Games StoreAs a rookie cop in Autobahn Police Simulator 3, return to duty after an accident, eager to prove yourself. Experience various mission types, from traffic stops to high-speed chases, in different police cars. Freely explore a detailed map featuring highways, country roads, and urban areas while advancing in rank and unlocking new equipment and vehicles.
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Reviews
- The game offers a lot of activities and can be fun to play when you're bored.
- The police ranking system and skill tree are enjoyable features that add depth to the gameplay.
- There are interesting missions and a variety of vehicles to unlock, which can enhance the overall experience.
- The graphics are poor and feel outdated, resembling those from earlier console generations.
- The game suffers from significant bugs, lag, and unplayable issues, including freezing during missions.
- Driving mechanics are clunky and unrealistic, making it difficult to control vehicles effectively.
- story36 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 83 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story in this game has received mixed to negative feedback, with many players finding it lacking depth and excitement. Several reviewers noted that the narrative feels rushed and disjointed, with glitches and technical issues further detracting from the experience. While some appreciated the adventure aspect, the overall consensus is that the story fails to engage, making it a disappointing choice for those seeking a compelling gameplay experience.
“Good game, walking looks a bit odd but the story and adventure are enjoyable to play.”
“Certain criteria (and more of it) is required in order to gain ranks, and increases in rank also result in the storyline expanding.”
“The old mechanic from 'Autobahn Police Simulator 2' is gone in which the player has to decide between doing story-based missions and sandbox patrolling.”
“Honestly, this game feels super rushed, and I would have much rather just had a carbon copy of the previous game with a different story (which was really what I was expecting) than this.”
“The storyline has no real meaning and doesn't feel exciting; the sounds glitch out from time to time, and there are glitches happening with missions, such as keeping crashed vehicles in mid-air.”
“I doubt the story would have ended up worse than the previous one, but it honestly was just too annoying for me to play to even get past the first mission.”
- graphics21 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized, with many reviewers describing them as outdated, akin to those from the PlayStation 2 era or even earlier. Frequent glitches and poor character animations detract from the overall experience, leading to a consensus that the visual quality is subpar and significantly hampers gameplay enjoyment. Overall, the graphics are considered a major flaw, overshadowing the game's potential.
“The graphics are abysmal, the gameplay stuttery and extremely prone to glitches.”
“The game is very ambitious but the graphics are awful for the console it's on; the controls are clunky and the characters are boring.”
“I expected this game to have up-to-date graphics but was let down; the graphics are borderline PS3 quality.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with players noting frustrating "stops" and awkward driving mechanics that detract from the experience. The removal of the previous game's dual mission structure limits player choice, while the forced parking mechanics can feel restrictive. Overall, despite some interesting elements, the gameplay suffers from glitches and stuttering, undermining its potential.
“The pull-over mechanics are quite interesting; even when arriving on the scene, the game requires you to park in a specific position, such as enforcing a full lane closure, yet it forces you to park on the hard shoulder.”
“The game felt like it had the potential to be good with some of the mechanics; however, a lot of other issues let it down, including some of the problems I've just mentioned.”
“The old mechanic from 'Autobahn Police Simulator 2' is gone, in which the player had to decide between doing story-based missions and sandbox patrolling.”
“It creates 'stops' in the gameplay that I am not a fan of.”
“Driving mechanics are... weird.”
“The graphics are abysmal, the gameplay stuttery and extremely prone to glitches.”
- optimization10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting significant stuttering and choppy performance that detracts from the experience. Despite the larger and more detailed map, the lack of proper optimization has rendered the game nearly unplayable, compounded by poor controls and voice acting. Overall, many feel that the developers missed the mark in making the game run smoothly.
“It seems like from what little I thought I could deal with playing that the map was significantly larger and more detailed, which would have been great had they optimized it in a way that would actually make the game playable with all that new content.”
“Further, they definitely should have optimized it much better.”
“Stuttering, stuttering, stuttering.”
“Performance is choppy.”
- stability7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is significantly compromised, with frequent glitches affecting both graphics and gameplay, including issues like freezing screens and mission-related bugs. Users report severe graphical problems and erratic character animations, leading to an overall frustrating experience. Additionally, the storyline lacks engagement, further detracting from the game's stability and enjoyment.
“The game doesn't work when I turn it on; the screen freezes up and it is brand new.”
“The graphics are abysmal, the gameplay is stuttery, and it is extremely prone to glitches.”
“The storyline has no real meaning and doesn't feel exciting; the sounds glitch out from time to time, and there are glitches happening with missions, such as keeping crashed vehicles in mid-air.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been improved with background tracks that enhance the overall mood, although some players suggest muting it in favor of their own music preferences. Additionally, a notable enhancement is the consistent engine volume, which prevents the need for constant adjustments while driving. Overall, while the sound effects remain similar to the previous installment, the new music adds a layer of atmosphere.
“Thankfully, the biggest improvement to the sound is that the engine volume stays consistent, so the player doesn't have to keep turning down the volume the faster they drive and then turn the volume back up to hear the British-accented voice artists.”
“The background music really enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.”
“The sounds are about the same as the previous game, but now with background music that does seem to set the mood.”
“(ol' il pallino recommends muting the music and playing some German punk rock.) Thankfully, the biggest improvement to the sound is that the engine volume stays consistent, so the player doesn't have to keep turning down the volume the faster they drive and then turn the volume back up to hear the British-accented voice artists.”
“The sounds are about the same as the previous game, but now with background music that does seem to set the mood.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by absurd scenarios involving erratic drivers, comically poor game mechanics, and characters who ignore police signals, contributing to a chaotic and entertaining experience. However, opinions on the effectiveness of this humor vary, with some players rating it a mediocre 5/10.
“Erratic normal drivers, hilariously bad bleed-through, and people who drive without regard for police lights and sirens.”
- character development3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate significant disappointment regarding character development, particularly the inability to customize officer appearances, which was a feature in previous installments. This lack of customization has led to low ratings from players who value character design as a crucial aspect of the gaming experience.
