Bus Simulator 23

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Bus Simulator 23 is a single player open world simulation game. It was developed by Daddysucc5000 and was released on June 15, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Drive your daily bus route and reconnect with an old friend

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews

story13 positive mentions

The game has a touching and emotional narrative that resonates with themes of nostalgia, friendship, and acceptance.
Beautiful and detailed landscape design with impressive graphics and atmospheric sound and music that enhance the overall experience.
Simple yet engaging gameplay combining bus driving simulation with storytelling, creating a unique and memorable short experience.

The game is quite short and some players wish it had more content, longer playtime, and deeper character moments.
Driving mechanics can be frustrating with issues like inability to reverse, occasional bugs, and lack of instructions for controls.
The game can sometimes feel rough or janky in execution, and some players experience softlocks or confusing progression.

story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for being emotionally engaging, touching on themes of nostalgia, friendship, loss, and reconciliation, with a meaningful and poignant delivery. However, many players felt it was too short and wished for more content and exploration to deepen their investment. Overall, the narrative effectively complements the gameplay, creating a unique and reflective experience.
- “A surprisingly emotional story that heavily touches on nostalgia and old childhood friends.”
- “The story of friendship, loss, and reconciliation makes it an emotionally charged adventure that leaves you with a sense of gratitude and reflection.”
- “I came for bus simulator, but stayed for the rich storytelling.”
- “Give the player a bit more time to get invested with the story; playing around more with those mind games like those genre changes could have made something special.”
- “It feels like this game has so many opportunities for you to poke at the player in unpredictable ways, but in the end, you decided to just tell a simple story.”
- “Though I wish the game was longer because the story was moving well.”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is deeply touching, evoking nostalgia, reflection on past memories, and themes of friendship, loss, and reconciliation. The heartfelt narrative, combined with atmospheric music and immersive storytelling, transforms it from a simple simulator into a meaningful and memorable emotional journey.
- “A surprisingly emotional story that heavily touches on nostalgia and old childhood friends.”
- “The story of friendship, loss, and reconciliation makes it an emotionally charged adventure that leaves you with a sense of gratitude and reflection.”
- “It's not just a driving simulator but rather an emotional journey that reminds us of the value of friendship and memories.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its atmospheric and soothing qualities, featuring memorable melodies and excellent sound design that enhance the immersive experience and emotional depth. Players particularly appreciate the piano arrangements and how the soundtrack complements the game's world and mood.
- “Loved the atmosphere and the world level, plus incredible sound design and music.”
- “Another aspect worth mentioning is the game's sound design and music.”
- “The soothing and atmospheric background music helps enhance the experience of driving through the beautiful landscape while also reinforcing the game's emotional themes.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay effectively blends immersive bus driving mechanics with storytelling elements, creating a unique experience. While driving constitutes the majority of gameplay, occasional shifts to first-person segments add variety, though more exploration or diverse driving scenarios could enhance engagement.
- “It combines elements of driving simulation and storytelling gameplay to create a truly special experience.”
- “The game, as you might guess, is not really about bus driving, although that is 90% of the gameplay.”
- “Also nice driving mechanics.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in Bus Simulator 23 is highly praised for its enchanting, nostalgic world and serene, idyllic surroundings, complemented by exceptional sound design and soothing background music that enhances both the driving experience and the game's emotional themes.
- “Loved the atmosphere and the world level, plus incredible sound design and music.”
- “The nostalgic atmosphere is instantly enchanting, and it's hard not to get absorbed in the serene and idyllic surroundings.”
- “The soothing and atmospheric background music helps enhance the experience of driving through the beautiful landscape while also reinforcing the game's emotional themes.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the game's humor amusing and engaging, often prompting laughter and positive anticipation. The comedic tone effectively draws players in and enhances their interest.
- “It wasn't out yet, but it sounded funny, so I wish-listed it.”
- “A few days later I was scrolling my wish-listed games (as you do) and saw it again, laughing to myself I clicked on it.”
- “Skele funny.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are highly praised for their impressive and authentic art style, effectively capturing the essence of village life. Users appreciate the detailed visuals and enjoy unique perspectives, such as views from underneath the map. Overall, the developers' effort in creating a visually engaging environment is evident.
- “The graphics are impressive, and it's evident that the developers have put time and effort into recreating an authentic sense of village life.”
- “The game itself has a fantastic art style and an effective story.”
- “I liked the visuals; the map looks really cool from some angles, especially from underneath.”