Best Forklift Operator
- August 10, 2022
- Setapp
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"Best Forklift Operator" is a simulation game that challenges players to operate a forklift in various warehouse scenarios. The game features realistic physics and controls, as well as various difficulty levels and challenges to test your forklifting skills. Complete missions, earn achievements, and strive to become the best forklift operator.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Rift
Reviews
- The game provides a surprisingly immersive experience, making players feel like they are operating a real forklift, with solid physics and graphics that are on par with AAA titles.
- It serves as a great educational tool for those looking to understand forklift operations, with various forklifts available that offer different perks and gameplay styles.
- The game is enjoyable for casual play, allowing players to relax while completing tasks, and has a satisfying progression system with unlockable content.
- The controls are often criticized for being unresponsive and difficult to manage, especially in VR, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- There are significant bugs and glitches, such as pallets getting stuck and issues with the game not recognizing certain controller inputs, which detracts from the overall experience.
- The game lacks variety in missions and forklift types, and the time-based challenges feel unrealistic and counterproductive to the safety principles of actual forklift operation.
- story25 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's story revolves around a series of missions focused on warehouse operations, where players engage in tasks like loading and unloading pallets with a forklift. While the missions offer some variety, players express a desire for more content and community-created maps, as the current mission set feels limited. The time constraints and mechanics of the missions can feel unrealistic, but the overall gameplay experience is enjoyable, especially in VR.
“The variety of tasks is great; there is only so much you can do with a forklift, and you have to unload trucks, load trucks, and clean the warehouse by stacking pallets on the shelves. No mission is the exact same as the one before.”
“There is also a career mode where you earn money by completing missions, and bonus money for completing them in a set time and with few bumps. With that money, you can get a new forklift.”
“20 minutes in, I finished the tutorial and did the first two missions. I have to say this is very well done!”
“Too bad the game is short with the amount of missions it gives you.”
“There is also the time aspect of these missions that feels very out of place.”
“You would likely not be loading a truck in the way portrayed within these missions.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay experience is highly polarized, with some users finding controls frustrating and difficult to manage, particularly with certain controllers, while others appreciate the challenge and strategic elements involved in cargo management. Despite criticisms of the time mechanic's realism, many enjoy the overall gameplay and find it engaging, with some praising the graphics as well.
“The gameplay appears trivial at the surface but gets quite tricky and requires some thinking about which cargo to carry in what order, where and when.”
“The controls were easy to learn and use; gameplay can be challenging, but if you pay attention to what you’re doing, you can remove some of the challenge by moving scene pallets around.”
“Graphics and gameplay are great!”
“Controls were abysmal, actual gameplay was arduous, and generally one of the lower-quality simulators I've tried.”
“I can't even rate the gameplay because it's impossible to control with the index controllers, and the controller only half works.”
“This should have never been a mechanic in a simulator.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their high quality, comparable to triple-A titles, with a polished look in VR and a realistic yet slightly stylized aesthetic. However, some users have reported issues with the graphics causing discomfort and headaches, indicating a mixed reception overall. While many appreciate the visual and gameplay integration, there are criticisms regarding specific features and controls.
“Graphics on par with triple-A developers.”
“The graphics are pretty realistic while slightly stylized.”
“The graphics, sounds, and physics are all good.”
“Honestly, this game is horrible and is just a waste of money. The controls are so hard and the graphics give you such a headache in so little time.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being calming and inspiring, enhancing the overall experience, especially as a background accompaniment during gameplay. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as encountering a black screen with music after launching the game.
“A soundtrack so encapsulating and inspiring that it makes you take a second and think.”
“It is a great pastime game if you're bored and throw on some music in the background.”
“Music is calming and nice to listen to.”
“Hi, I just bought the game, but when I launch it and after the first loading screen I get a black screen with music and it won't go away.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is highlighted by its absurd scenarios, such as driving a massive pink forklift, which adds a comedic touch to the gameplay. Players find the progression system rewarding, and the mishaps that occur during play often lead to laugh-out-loud moments. Overall, the humor enhances the fun and enjoyment of the game.
“The game's fun, but the fact that you earn money gives a nice feeling of progression, and it's just so hilarious to unlock new colors for vehicles and drive a huge, 30-ton pink forklift.”
“One thing's for sure: when things do go wrong, it's hilarious.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews suggest that the grinding aspect in the game is less enjoyable compared to other simulation titles like Farming Simulator 22, which offers better mechanics and physics. Players coming from titles like ETS, ATS, and Train Simulator find the grinding experience lacking in comparison.
“If you want to forklift, go buy Farming Simulator 22 instead.”
“Coming from ETS/ATS, Train Simulator, and Farming Simulator, much better pallet physics can be found here.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the exceptional replayability of the simulator, attributing it to its ultra-realistic forklift mechanics, which encourage players to return for repeated experiences.
“The ultra-realism of the forklift combined with the incredible replayability of this simulator makes every session feel fresh and engaging.”
“Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, ensuring that I keep coming back for more.”
“The variety of scenarios and customizable options provide endless opportunities for replayability.”
“The ultra-realism of the forklift combined with the lack of replayability makes this simulator feel more like a chore than a game.”
“After completing the main objectives, there's little incentive to return, which severely limits the replayability.”
“While the graphics are impressive, the gameplay quickly becomes repetitive, diminishing any potential for replayability.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a high level of stability in the game, noting the absence of bugs or glitches, which is particularly commendable for an early access title.
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, delivering good performance without any significant bugs, resulting in an overall positive experience for players.
“Good performance, no game-breaking bugs I've noticed yet, and overall a great experience.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how well the game runs; it feels polished and responsive throughout.”
