Cruise Ship Handling

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Cruise Ship Handling is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Aleksandr Turkin and was released on December 15, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

"Cruise Ship Handling" is a realistic simulation game that puts you in control of massive cruise liners. Experience authentic vessel handling, maneuvering, and mooring in various weather conditions. Avoid collisions with hazards, icebergs, and AI vessels, and prepare for potential damage, splitting, and sinking in this immersive maritime experience.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 391 reviews

graphics9 positive mentions

monetization4 negative mentions

The game features realistic ship controls and graphics, making players feel like they are truly captaining a cruise ship.
Players appreciate the variety of ship models and the attention to detail in their designs.
The game is entertaining and provides a fun experience for those who enjoy ship simulations.

Many users report frequent crashes and loading issues, making the game difficult to play.
There is a strong demand for more ship options and features, such as sandbox mode and additional ports.
Some players find the controls challenging and wish for improvements in steering and gameplay mechanics.

graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
8%
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the detailed ship designs and realistic water effects, contributing to an immersive experience. However, some users express dissatisfaction with the overall graphic quality, suggesting that improvements are needed. Overall, while the game showcases beautiful visuals and accurate representations of ships, there are calls for enhancements to elevate the graphical experience further.
- “The range of ships is superb, the graphics are accurate to the ships themselves, and the controls reflect what would be found aboard the actual ship.”
- “Graphics are great, the waves are realistic, and it's more fun to have port-to-port missions.”
- “I can play the game now; this game has more beautiful and detailed graphics, good gameplay... thank you, devs.”
- “It would be nice if you could turn off the buildings without graphics.”
- “I like the game, but please add more graphics and improve the water physics.”
- “The graphics are terrible.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy in the game primarily revolves around watching ads to unlock additional ships, which players find enjoyable but also frustrating when the system fails to work properly. While many users appreciate the fun gameplay and the ability to access new content through ads, some have encountered issues that hinder their experience. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as a mixed bag, offering both entertainment and technical challenges.
- “You can crash into an iceberg and land in a city, and you can explore any level. However, you can only unlock cruise ships by watching ads!”
- “The first time I played this game, I was having fun sinking ships and watching ads to get more ships. Best game ever!”
- “Why doesn't the option to unlock ships by watching ads work? I even deleted all the data and cache, but it still won't work.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game experiences occasional glitches and crashes, indicating a need for improved stability. Suggestions include adding a sandbox mode and enhancing overall performance to address these issues.
- “It sometimes glitches, though.”
- “Please add sandbox mode and improve the stability performance, and fix some crashes and glitches.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the humor in the game particularly engaging, often laughing at unexpected moments, such as ships splitting in half under certain conditions. The combination of realistic simulation elements with comedic scenarios adds to the enjoyment, though some players express a desire for more dramatic outcomes, like shipwrecks.
- “I can't stop laughing when sometimes the ship splits in half under certain circumstances. It's almost an accurate simulation, and I would really like to see a setting for stormy weather to see if it gets shipwrecked instead of disappearing into the abyss.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch! The quirky characters and their ridiculous dialogue always keep me entertained.”
- “I love how the game incorporates slapstick comedy; the unexpected mishaps and funny animations make every playthrough a joy.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have noted that the game requires better optimization, specifically calling for the addition of a sandbox mode, improved stability, and fixes for crashes and glitches.
- “Please add sandbox mode and improve the stability, performance, and fix some crashes and glitches.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is not explicitly detailed in the reviews, but players appreciate the engaging gameplay elements, such as realistic waves and port-to-port missions, which suggest a focus on immersive experiences rather than a traditional narrative.
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the gameplay for its engaging mechanics and enhanced visual quality, highlighting the game's beautiful and detailed graphics as a significant improvement.
- “I can play the game now; it has beautiful and detailed graphics along with great gameplay. Thank you, developers!”
- “The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps me coming back for more.”
- “I love how the mechanics are intuitive yet challenging, making every session enjoyable.”