DIY Simulator
- June 7, 2019
- silentparrotstudio
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features decent graphics and visual design, especially for a low-budget early access title.
- There are many good ideas and mechanics, such as shopping, driving, and interactivity with the environment, which show potential.
- The game runs smoothly on lower-end PCs, making it accessible to a wider audience.
- The game is plagued with numerous bugs, including issues with saving, UI functionality, and gameplay mechanics that hinder the overall experience.
- The hunger, thirst, and energy systems are frustratingly implemented, with constant reminders that become annoying and lack clear indicators.
- Driving controls are overly sensitive, leading to frequent crashes, and the day-night cycle is too quick, making it difficult to navigate and enjoy the game.
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised as decent and realistic for a low-budget early access title, with smooth performance even on lower-end PCs. However, there are notable issues with the settings and functionality, such as broken volume keys and ineffective resolution selectors, which detract from the overall experience.
“The visuals and graphics are actually pretty decent for a low budget early access game, with many good features such as driving, shops, houses, and your own house with some interactivity.”
“And actually plays smoothly on lower-end PCs for a game with such decent graphics.”
“Graphics are very nice and realistic.”
“The settings don't work, volume keys are broken, resolution and graphics selector does nothing, and saving the game seems to do nothing also.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the repetitive nature of the gameplay further compounds these stability concerns.
“Very buggy and repetitive.”
“This game has a lot of glitches in it.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from its realistic yet amusing premise of carrying a shopping bag filled with food, allowing players to enjoy snacks on the go, which adds a lighthearted and relatable touch to the gameplay experience.
“It's a realistic and funny idea; you have your shopping in a bag, and you can take your food anywhere with you, even putting it in the car trunk, so you won't be hungry anywhere.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its innovative ideas and the incorporation of realistic mechanics, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
“The game mechanics are well thought out, adding a layer of realism that enhances the overall experience.”
“I appreciate the innovative ideas behind the gameplay, which keep things fresh and engaging.”
“The balance between challenge and fun in the gameplay is spot on, making it enjoyable for both casual and hardcore players.”
