Electrician Simulator: First Shock
- January 6, 2022
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- 7h median play time
Get on SteamLearn the ropes from your Dad to become an electrician. Repair and assemble sockets, panels, strips, plugs, chandeliers and even change light bulbs. Oh... and don't mix up the wires! Results might be shocking.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging experience for those interested in electrical work, with enjoyable tasks like repairing electronics and wiring.
- The graphics and overall presentation are decent, making the gameplay visually appealing.
- The tutorial is clear and easy to follow, allowing players to quickly understand the mechanics of the game.
- The game lacks a save feature, forcing players to restart from the beginning after quitting, which can be frustrating.
- There are significant performance issues, including high sensitivity and lag, which can detract from the overall experience.
- Some gameplay mechanics are overly simplistic and do not accurately reflect real-life electrical work, leading to a less immersive experience.
- story79 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is minimal, with players noting that it primarily consists of a series of short missions without a cohesive narrative. Many users expressed frustration over the lack of mission variety and the inability to save progress, leading to repetitive gameplay. While some missions are enjoyable and provide a basic introduction to the mechanics, the overall experience feels incomplete and lacking in depth.
“I enjoyed it a lot; you could do with a quest information tracker for the jobs you are doing, so you know what needs to be done.”
“The missions are simple enough to let you get accustomed to the HUD elements and control scheme.”
“Funny little demo with some basic missions like connecting sockets and switches or workbench missions where you repair electronic equipment like carbon monoxide sensor with soldering iron.”
“Did 6 or 7 missions and the game was done.”
“Had to quit before and playing the tutorials again just isn't fun knowing the game probably ends in one or two missions anyway.”
“The reason I can't recommend this game at the moment is strictly due to the 'grow light' mission.”
- gameplay56 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as smooth and engaging, with simple mechanics that are easy to learn, making it accessible for players, especially those interested in electronics. However, many reviewers note that the game feels simplistic and lacks depth, with some mechanics being clunky or buggy, leading to frustration during missions. Overall, while the concept is intriguing and educational, the gameplay may require further refinement and additional content to enhance the experience.
“I love the idea of the game since I am studying to become an electrician. I also like that you can repair electronic devices; the mechanics of the game are simple and very educational.”
“Very interesting concept and engaging gameplay.”
“Gameplay is smooth and I want more!”
“Gameplay is dumb.”
“The overall gameplay is very barebone and simplistic; there are some interesting ideas but everything falls back to the usual clicker game that is called 'simulator'.”
“The motion blur is nauseating, the game mechanics are clunky and hard to follow, and the controls are less than ideal.”
- graphics47 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and detail, providing an enjoyable visual experience. However, many users express frustration over the limited graphics settings, which hinder optimization for lower-end systems and lead to performance issues. Overall, while the visuals are appealing, the lack of customization options detracts from the experience for some players.
“Really enjoyed this demo so far; this is looking good, easy controls, good graphics, great first few tasks to get to grips with the game.”
“Graphics are clear and look good.”
“Very nice game; it's easy to play and the graphics are awesome.”
“In all honesty, for a game this simple, it has some pretty odd performance issues... also there's a lack of graphic settings in the menu, which makes it hard to adjust the game for optimal performance.”
“The graphics settings are poor; not able to change or turn off the motion blur!”
“Graphics settings are remarkably bare-bones for a game launched on PC, with only being able to set a couple of things, such as resolution and FOV.”
- stability14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting significant bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, including long loading times, unresponsive screens, and system freezes. While some players acknowledge the potential of the game, they emphasize the need for improvements in stability and performance, particularly regarding graphics options and smoother loading of textures. Overall, the game is described as "buggy," with many players unable to complete even the tutorial due to these issues.
“The game is so buggy I can't even complete the tutorial.”
“Downloaded it, clicked play, start up screen took 15 mins to load, finished loading and nothing happened. I checked the task manager and the game is not responding. I had to end the task, and now my display settings are completely messed up. My computer freezes, and I have to shut down at the power point. After restarting, the display is still messed up and the computer freezes again. I restarted a second time, and my computer began beeping at me like it's a bomb about to go off. After a third restart, I managed to open Steam and uninstall the game, and my display went back to normal, returning my computer to normal functionality.”
“It clearly has a few glitches to work out, and a little more clarity in iconography is needed to help guide the player.”
- music10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it relaxing and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience, others criticize it as poor and distracting, detracting from their enjoyment. Overall, the quality of the music appears to significantly impact players' perceptions of the game, with calls for improvement noted in several reviews.
“This game is fun and a nice little brain game at the beginning and is still quite fun going on, but my favorite part is honestly the music. It's nice to listen to and gives the game a nicer feel to it.”
“It is such a relaxing game and the music is nice.”
“Nice music, kind of relaxing and fun to play.”
“Like others are saying, great concept but poor execution. The music in this is garbage; I couldn't stand to play it even after 0.3 hours.”
“Devs, fix the bugs, get better music, and make things less confusing.”
“Also, why have music if it's going to be that terrible?”
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing to engage in electrician tasks and scenarios, often drawing on personal experiences for comedic effect. Many appreciate the lighthearted portrayal of the profession, despite some technical issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game successfully incorporates funny elements, making it enjoyable for those familiar with the trade.
“Exactly how the pros do it :D tack it any which way all over the walls and roof :) that's hilarious, thank you :) the funny thing is, I do it professionally and I failed ahahahahahaah”
“Definitely portrays the electrician job well and with some funny humor here and there.”
“Funny little demo with some basic missions like connecting sockets and switches or workbench missions where you repair electronic equipment like carbon monoxide sensors with a soldering iron.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that "Electrician Simulator" suffers from excessive grinding, making the gameplay feel tedious and frustrating. Players express that the lack of a save feature exacerbates the grind, requiring long play sessions to progress, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite the variety of jobs, the repetitive nature of the tasks can quickly lead to boredom.
“Electrician simulator is not a very good game... despite its intriguing premise of simulating the work of an electrician, the game falls far short of expectations, providing a tedious and frustrating experience that is not worth the time.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“I didn't expect the game to get tedious and difficult almost immediately.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for its unexpected performance issues, especially given its simplicity, and the lack of graphic settings limits players' ability to enhance performance. While some users enjoyed the gameplay, they expressed a strong desire for better optimization options to improve overall experience.
“I did enjoy the game; I just want optimization or at least a way to reduce the graphics so it runs smoother.”
“But there are some points that can get better, like optimization, more options to buy materials, buy materials inside a current job, etc. It's a good game; I hope it gets launched soon.”
“In all honesty, for a game this simple, it has some pretty odd performance issues. There's also a lack of graphic settings in the menu, which makes it hard to adjust the game for optimal performance.”
“Now as to the game itself, I think it should be optimized more.”
“There are some points that can get better, like optimization, more options to buy materials, and the ability to buy materials inside a current job. It's a good game; I hope it gets launched soon.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the emotional engagement of the game, particularly in its realistic portrayal of fixing electronics, which evokes a sense of empowerment and authenticity. However, some users note inconsistencies in the game's mechanics, such as the potential for electrocution in unrealistic scenarios, which slightly detracts from the overall immersive experience.
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game offers infinite replayability, suggesting that players can enjoy it repeatedly without losing interest.
“The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
“Every run feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back. The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying feel pointless.”
“The game offers very few variations in gameplay on subsequent playthroughs, which makes it hard to stay engaged after the first run.”
“While the story is interesting, the linear progression means that replaying it doesn't offer any new experiences or surprises.”
