Florida Simulator 1986

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 33 reviews
  • graphics
  • story
  • stability
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"Florida Simulator 1986" is a nostalgic, open-world game that lets you experience life in 1980s Florida. Explore the sunny beaches, bustling cities, and swampy backwaters while completing missions and interacting with quirky characters. With its retro graphics and authentic 80s vibe, this simulator offers a unique and immersive journey back in time.

  • PC
  • Windows
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70%
Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game offers an authentic and immersive experience of Florida life, accurately depicting the culture and environment.
  • Players appreciate the nostalgic 90's FPS feel and the unique storyline that resonates with many Floridians.
  • Despite its flaws, the game is seen as a fun and entertaining experience, with high replay value and a strong community of fans.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs, including broken hit detection, invisible walls, and a flawed save/load system that can hinder progress.
  • Many players find the enemy AI to be poorly designed, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • The graphics and overall optimization are criticized, with some players feeling that the game looks and plays like a low-quality indie project.
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their astonishing quality while maintaining a retro aesthetic that evokes a strong 1980s vibe, enhancing the immersive experience. However, some users noted the presence of graphic glitches that detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the visuals are considered superior to many contemporary titles, contributing significantly to the game's engaging atmosphere.

    • “The story is absolutely amazing, and not even comparable to other titles released within the last 232.8 years. The graphics are astonishing while keeping a retro look to give you that real 1986 feel!”
    • “Its always fun unloading clips into gators, and the aesthetic just brings the 80's Miami vibe to an immersive experience.”
    • “AAA graphics and a gripping storyline combine to engross the player in a truly immersive Floridian experience.”
    • “These game guru graphic glitches aren't fun at all.”
    • “Aaa graphics and a gripping storyline combine to engross the player in a truly immersive Floridian experience.”
  • story3 mentions

    The story is highly praised for its originality and depth, standing out among recent titles, while the combination of impressive graphics and retro aesthetics enhances the immersive experience. Players can expect a gripping narrative filled with action and a unique protagonist, making it a compelling choice for those who enjoy intense storytelling.

    • “The story is absolutely amazing, and not even comparable to other titles released within the last 232.8 years. The graphics are astonishing while keeping a retro look to give you that real 1986 feel!”
    • “Aaa graphics and a gripping storyline combine to engross the player in a truly immersive Floridian experience.”
    • “If you can't handle the shotguns, the grenades, the hardcore storytelling, and the stealth of a beer-bellied, swamp-bred man on his way to victory, then this is not the game for you.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Character development is shallow, leaving players with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game's stability is marred by significant glitches, particularly in the load/save system, which can lead to unintended consequences like additional kills being loaded. While some users find the bugs amusing, they ultimately hinder gameplay and completion, drawing unfavorable comparisons to other notoriously buggy titles.

    • “The load/save system, when used, has massive glitches that result in loading more kills than when I saved the game, preventing me from completing the game.”
    • “These graphical glitches are not enjoyable at all.”
    • “Buggy in all the right places and somehow still better functioning than a Bethesda game.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    Gameplay is hindered by an excessive number of invisible walls that negatively impact navigation on both the boat and island levels. Reviewers call for significant improvements to enemy AI, level design, and framerate to enhance the overall experience.

    • “Invisible walls are too numerous to count and really affect the gameplay on the boat and island levels.”
    • “The dev needs to seriously revamp the gameplay, enemy AI, do something about the invisible walls around the levels, and improve the framerate before I could even begin to give this game a lukewarm recommendation.”
  • music2 mentions

    The game boasts an impressive custom soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, complemented by appealing scenery that sets the right vibe.

    • “The game features a great custom soundtrack as well as some nice vibe scenery to boot.”
    • “Also, great soundtrack!”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Florida Simulator 1986 boasts significant replayability, with players reporting that even after hundreds of hours, they continue to discover new experiences and insights within the game.

    • “Florida Simulator 1986's immense replay value must also be mentioned, as even I, someone with hundreds of hours, continues to find value and enlightenment throughout.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more; every playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
    • “With multiple paths and hidden secrets, each session offers a new experience that makes me want to dive back in.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game's optimization has been criticized for poor enemy AI, unsatisfying weapon mechanics, and visible design flaws such as invisible walls that detract from the overall experience. Players report that these issues contribute to a lack of polish and immersion in the game world.

    • “The enemy AI is terrible, the weapons feel awful, and the game is poorly optimized with invisible walls that expose the empty wasteland beyond.”
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