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, with graphics on par with AAA titles and a soundtrack that enhances gameplay.
- It serves as a great educational tool for those looking to understand forklift operation, making it beneficial for aspiring forklift operators.
- The variety of forklifts available, each with different perks, adds an element of curiosity and encourages continued play.
- The controls are often described as frustrating and unresponsive, making gameplay tedious and difficult, especially in VR.
- There are significant bugs and glitches, such as pallets getting stuck and issues with controller support, which detract from the overall experience.
- The game lacks depth in terms of content and customization options, leading to a feeling of monotony after a short period of play.
- story50 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 88 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's story revolves around a series of missions focused on warehouse tasks, such as loading and unloading pallets, with a career mode that allows players to earn money and upgrade their forklifts. While the missions offer some variety, players note that the limited number of missions and the time constraints can feel out of place and lead to frequent restarts. Overall, the gameplay is engaging, but many hope for more content and community-driven missions in the future.
“I've finished the first set of 6 missions, there's another set I've still to try and another set after that which is labeled as future.”
“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.”
“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.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
Gameplay experiences vary significantly among users, with some praising the challenge and strategic elements involved in cargo management, while others criticize the controls as abysmal and difficult to use, particularly with certain controllers. While the game offers engaging mechanics that can be rewarding with attention, the unrealistic time constraints and control issues detract from the overall experience for many players.
“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 at the same time, 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.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their high quality, often compared to those of triple-A developers, with a polished look in VR and a blend of realism and stylization. However, some users report that the graphics can be overwhelming, leading to discomfort during gameplay. Overall, while many appreciate the visual aspects, there are mixed feelings regarding their impact on the overall experience.
“Graphics on par with triple A developers.”
“Graphics in VR are polished.”
“The graphics are pretty realistic while slightly stylized.”
“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.”
- music10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for being calming and inspiring, enhancing the overall experience and making it a great background accompaniment for gameplay. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as encountering a black screen with music after launching the game. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
“Yes, absolutely, the soundtrack, ultra realistic features, and of course the forklift make the formula for the absolute perfect game that is the best forklift operator video simulation.”
“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.”
“It is a great pastime game if you're bored and throw on some music in the background.”
“A soundtrack so encapsulating and inspiring that it makes you take a second and think.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game 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 unexpected mishaps often lead to hilarious moments, enhancing the overall fun experience.
“The game's fun, but the fact 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 heavy pink forklift.”
“One thing's for sure: when things do go wrong, it's hilarious.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews suggest that the grinding aspect of the game is less enjoyable compared to other simulation titles like Farming Simulator 22, which offers better pallet physics and a more engaging experience for players interested in forklift operations. Overall, players feel that the grinding mechanics do not meet the standards set by similar games in the genre.
“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.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the exceptional replayability of the simulator, attributing it to its ultra-realistic forklift mechanics, which encourage players to return for more immersive experiences.
“The ultra-realism of the forklift combined with the ultimate replayability of this simulator.”
“The ultra realism of the forklift combined with the ultimate replayability that is this simulator.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players 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.
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its good performance and lack of game-breaking bugs, contributing to an overall positive experience for players.
“Good performance, no game-breaking bugs I've noticed yet, and overall a great experience.”
