Aviator: Bush Pilot

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Get ready to pack your gear and fly off into the wilderness of the endless plains! As the busy operator of a hangar and runway in the heart of a region like the Serengeti, there are countless ways to earn a living. As an ‘old school’ bush pilot, you must undertake challenging jobs to make the lives of both tourists and locals a lot easier. Fight bush fires, transport goods, find missing people & …

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Play Modes

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

11%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story7 negative mentions

The game runs without crashing and has some basic physics.
There is a variety of missions available, providing some level of engagement.
The concept of being a bush pilot in a rugged environment is interesting and has potential.

The controls are awkward, unresponsive, and lack customization options, making gameplay frustrating.
The graphics are low quality, with poor frame rates that hinder the overall experience.
Missions are repetitive and often boring, leading to a tedious gameplay loop.

story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
55%
32%
The story aspect of the game is largely overshadowed by its poorly designed missions and unresponsive controls, leading to a tedious gameplay experience. While there is some mission variety, players find the missions repetitive and lacking in engagement, with many expressing uncertainty about the overall narrative due to the game's shortcomings. Overall, the story fails to captivate, as players struggle to enjoy the gameplay mechanics that are meant to support it.
- “I got about halfway through the second mission and dropped some antidote off at a drop point, and was contemplating actually giving this game a bit more of a shot.”
- “The game's missions are something I really like.”
- “The missions at the start are fine; they take 8-12 minutes each and you make enough money to get to level 2 after 3-4.”
- “If you're somehow willing to get past the janky controls, there are still the issues of an ugly, barren world and boring missions.”
- “Barely controllable aircraft is the primary struggle most players will face; those who overcome that will find bland terrain and simplistic mission design.”
- “The frame rate is terrible, the controls are sluggish and unresponsive, and the missions are all boring.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users citing low quality visuals, poor frame rates, and overall unplayability. While a few players noted decent frame rates and acceptable graphics for a simpler game, the majority found the graphical performance to be subpar, contributing to a frustrating gaming experience. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a significant drawback, detracting from its potential.
- “I think this could be a nice little game. It takes a little while to figure out the controls, really nice frame rate (50-60), good graphics for what it is.”
- “This is very high graphics 3620x2263 resolution just over 40 fps.”
- “If you like stuttering graphics and freeze-frame gameplay (basically if you're a masochist), then yes, this is for you.”
- “I can't really give a review on this game as lots of aspects make it unplayable: frame rate, graphics, and control all jumble together to make one horrific mess they call a game. I got this game as part of a bundle, and that is the best part because I didn't have to waste my money on such a terrible game. The worst thing about it is the idea of the game is brilliant; sadly, they have no idea how to pull it off, therefore it falls flat on its uncontrollable plane. Do not pay money for this game.”
- “Even the highest setting for graphics looks horrible.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay is generally smooth and resource-efficient, allowing players to multitask without performance issues. However, some users find the experience to be stiff and laggy, with a significant grind required to unlock upgrades, suggesting a lengthy gameplay loop of around 19 hours for full upgrades.
- “Gameplay-wise, the game felt pretty light on overall system resources; I could happily watch YouTube and interact on Discord while playing without the game freaking out during every pause.”
- “Everything you can buy is pretty expensive; I'd say a fully loaded 4th plane is asking for about 57 completed missions at around 20 minutes each at best, which amounts to 19 hours of solid gameplay loop.”
- “Look at how smooth the gameplay is.”
- “If you like stuttering graphics and freeze-frame gameplay (basically if you're a masochist), then yes, this is for you.”
- “The gameplay feels stiff and laggy.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting decent performance on higher-end setups, while others experience significant issues such as low frame rates and stuttering graphics. Overall, many players express disappointment with the game's performance, indicating that it may not run smoothly for a substantial portion of the audience.
- “Performance wasn't terrible like a lot of people seem to describe. I'm playing this on a Ryzen 5 3600, RTX 2060, 32GB RAM @ 3000MHz with a 165Hz 1440p monitor.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on mid-range hardware.”
- “I was pleasantly surprised by how well the game runs on my setup, showcasing great optimization for various configurations.”
- “If you like stuttering graphics and freeze-frame gameplay (basically if you're a masochist), then yes, this is for you.”
- “So much hope that this game wouldn't be complete crap... but it is. Very low frame rates and lots of stuttering.”
- “Some things I notice right away - the performance is terrible.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is enjoyable and features radio channels along with the option to stream personal playlists. However, some users feel that the game could have been better optimized before introducing the streaming music feature.
- “The music is fun and adds to the overall experience.”
- “The game actually has radio channels and the ability to stream your own music.”
- “I wish they had optimized the game before giving us streaming music.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding in the game tedious, with long missions that can take around 12 minutes of monotonous flying before any meaningful interaction occurs. The experience is likened more to a logistics simulator than a traditional flight simulator, contributing to the overall sense of boredom during gameplay.
- “I got about halfway through the second mission (the missions have lengths in the vicinity of 50 km when you're flying at 250 km/hr, so it sounds like you can expect 12 minutes of tedious and terrible flying for one chance to do anything else), dropped some antidote off at a drop point (luckily I didn't have to land), and was contemplating actually giving this game a bit more of a shot.”
- “Think of this less as a flight sim (it barely qualifies) and more like one of those warehouse logistics/farming equipment simulators.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs and lag, which contribute to a frustrating and unengaging experience for players.
- “The game is incredibly buggy and feels very messy.”
- “There is a lot of lag, making the experience frustrating and dull.”
- “Overall, the game is plagued with bugs and lacks stability.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the emotional impact of gameplay mechanics, particularly how minor missteps can lead to significant setbacks, creating a sense of helplessness and tension.