Bus Arrival

About

"Bus Arrival" is a Simulation game that provides a humorous experience as you manage a bus system. With around 3 hours of playtime, you'll encounter annoying ads within the game, but the chuckles and chuckles induced by the wacky antics and unexpected events make it worthwhile. The game's tagline, "Bus Arrival! All aboard!", encapsulates the entertaining and unpredictable journey of being a bus driver.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

59%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

monetization377 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a good way to pass the time.
Graphics are colorful and engaging, making the gameplay visually appealing.
The concept of managing a theme park while driving a bus is unique and enjoyable.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, often interrupting gameplay every few minutes.
Once all levels are completed, there is nothing left to do, leading to a lack of content.
Many users experience glitches and freezing, which detracts from the overall gaming experience.

monetization
396 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
95%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, with many expressing frustration over the excessive frequency and length of ads, which disrupt gameplay. Despite the option to purchase an ad-free experience, players report that ads still appear, leading to feelings of being misled and dissatisfaction with the overall experience. Overall, the overwhelming presence of ads has negatively impacted player enjoyment, with many stating they would have rated the game higher if not for the intrusive advertising.
- “The problems with this game are that it's too short, and you are sold an option for 'no ads' but still end up watching lots of ads, which feels like false advertising.”
- “I would've rated it 5 stars if there were no ads. I can still play it offline, which is great for the next two months without Wi-Fi, but the ads are frustrating.”
- “Good game, but there's too many forced ads. I just bought the 'no ads' option, so now the game is playable.”
- “It's a money maker off getting us to watch ads.”
- “I paid $10.00 to stop the ads and everything you do in this game is watching ads.”
- “With all of the ads you have to deal with just to advance in the game, it's obvious the developers only care about money.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
9%
27%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "amazing" and "very nice," while others criticize them as "rubbish" and in need of significant improvement. Overall, there is a consensus that while the gameplay is addictive, the visual quality could be enhanced to elevate the overall experience.
- “Graphics are amazing...miniature...very addictive...so many things to do...coin to build rides is quite fast...not too bad...I could not stop playing this game, drained all my cell battery down.”
- “This game is very fun; its graphics are perfect and I really enjoy playing this game. I give it four stars! Hooooray! 😍😘”
- “Nice 👍🙂 the graphics of this game are very nice and I am addicted to this game! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🎯”
- “The graphics are rubbish.”
- “Graphics are very bad.”
- “The area in the game is too large and the graphics are too low.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezing and glitches reported by users, often occurring every 10-15 seconds. These interruptions not only disrupt gameplay but also lead to crashes and loss of progress, making the experience frustrating. While some players report occasional smooth sessions, the overall consensus highlights a need for improvements in stability.
- “It freezes a lot on me, way too much, like every 10-15 seconds at a time non-stop, which causes my bus to crash and lose my passengers.”
- “The game freezes way too much; it's so annoying.”
- “Would have been nice to keep playing without the glitches and the freeze-ups.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and entertaining, often highlighting specific comedic elements like amusing ads and quirky gameplay. Many reviews express enjoyment of the game's lightheartedness, making it a fun experience overall, despite some complaints about advertisements.
- “This is a very funny and interesting game.”
- “It is a very, very funny game.”
- “It's really fun to play and very funny.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The gameplay is initially engaging and offers a mix of experiences, but it is significantly hampered by frequent, non-optional ads that disrupt the flow, with players reporting that ads can take up to half of their playtime. Additionally, after a short period, players find themselves maxed out with little to do, leading to concerns about content longevity and potential bugs. Overall, while the core gameplay is fun, the excessive interruptions from ads detract from the overall experience.
- “Gameplay is fun and offers 2 different experiences in one: being a bus driver and a businessman in an amusement park.”
- “The game is very engaging, providing a mix of challenges that keep players interested.”
- “The gameplay is enjoyable, but the frequent ads can disrupt the overall experience.”
- “After 1 or 2 days of gameplay, everything is maxed out and there's nothing left to play. Are there bugs preventing access to some zones?”
- “The game is very engaging, but the repetitive ads significantly affect the gameplay experience.”
- “During 10 minutes of gameplay, you have to watch 5 minutes of ads to proceed further.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its relaxing and calming qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players find it to be a standout feature that contributes positively to their enjoyment of the game.
- “The music is so relaxing.”
- “The music is super calming.”
- “This game is the best one yet; it has everything a 13-year-old needs for good growth, and the music is so relaxing.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The story aspect of the game received mixed feedback, with players noting that while the missions are enjoyable, they are completed quickly, leaving little to do afterward. Additionally, the presence of frequent ads during gameplay detracts from the overall experience.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with excessive advertisements in the game, suggesting that optimization efforts should focus on reducing ad frequency and improving overall performance and smoothness.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users indicate that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, often implying a heavy investment of time and effort to progress or achieve goals.
- “I'm grinding full.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive.”
- “I spend more time grinding than actually enjoying the game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a sense of emotional engagement with the game's mechanics, particularly highlighting the recurring theme of financial decisions and their impact on gameplay. This suggests that the choices players make regarding hiring and money evoke feelings of investment and consequence.