Heavy Cargo: The Truck Simulator

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Heavy Cargo: The Truck Simulator is a single player open world strategy game with a kids theme. It was developed by tox² interactive GmbH and was released on October 9, 2024. It received negative reviews from players.

Heavy Cargo: The Truck Simulator lets you transport oversized cargo through a dynamic, open world with changing weather and day-night cycles. You must plan your routes carefully using a spotting vehicle and overcome obstacles by dismantling barriers or using cranes. Experience a realistic heavy cargo transport simulation that challenges your strategic and driving skills.

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Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept that allows players to haul heavy cargo in a Germanic setting, providing a special feeling of immersion.
The graphics and physics are well-executed, creating a realistic driving experience that can be enjoyable for fans of truck simulation games.
The game includes various tasks beyond driving, such as dismantling guardrails and using a crane, which adds a unique twist to the gameplay.

The steering mechanics are poorly implemented, making it difficult to control the vehicle, especially with steering wheels, leading to frustration among players.
The game lacks depth in terms of content, with limited truck options and a simplistic approach to gameplay that doesn't meet the expectations set by established truck simulators like ETS2.
Many players have reported technical issues, including crashes, bugs, and unresponsive controls, making the game unplayable for some.

story
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The story aspect of the game is met with mixed reviews, with players appreciating the initial mission's engaging setup and the unique concept of transporting cargo in a Germanic setting. However, many express dissatisfaction with the execution, citing issues such as poor animations, limited gameplay variety, and technical glitches that hinder progress. Overall, while the foundation of the story is intriguing, it requires significant refinement and expansion to maintain player interest.
- “First, I have to say that the first mission really sets you in the mood for this game!”
- “It'll keep you engaged with 30 missions to start.”
- “I like the concept of moving huge cargo, I like the Germanic settings, and I love the idea behind this game.”
- “Admittedly, I only played the first few missions, but I was bored to tears... animations are bad, trying to take down guard rails looks like a 5-year-old animated it.”
- “Do not buy; the walking system is strange, and there is no free play story.”
- “Had to put in for a refund as it won't let you even complete the starting mission tutorial; no matter what, it won't let you take the photo, so that's as far as I could get.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with users highlighting issues with driving mechanics, such as poor steering and frequent crashes, which detract from the overall experience. While the core gameplay loop is functional and familiar to fans of the genre, there is a strong desire for improved controls and additional features, such as VR support. Overall, the gameplay is seen as needing further polishing to enhance player enjoyment.
- “The gameplay loop of heavy cargo is going to be mostly familiar to anybody who has played these types of games.”
- “I think the best I can say is that the core gameplay loop is functional and I didn’t run into too many bugs.”
- “It would be awesome with VR gameplay; please add features.”
- “I only hope the developers do more polishing to the controls and mechanics.”
- “For a game that's based on driving, the driving mechanics aren't up to snuff; turning feels like you are always going to understeer or the game is going to overcompensate for your light input on controllers.”
- “Bad steering mechanics and keeps crashing bad enough I had to restart my PC a few times.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some users appreciate the nice visuals and realistic details, such as car interiors and physics, others criticize the performance, describing it as heavy and slow. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's tone and immersive experience.
- “The graphics are nice and go a long way in setting the tone of the game.”
- “It offers a realistic experience with good graphics and physics, so every load feels different, and driving is a challenge.”
- “Was looking forward to the release of this, thinking it would be like special cargo DLC from Euro Truck 2, but it isn't. While it has very nice graphics, I like the varied roles you do, like dismantling barriers for the trailer to fit through and then driving the truck from A to B.”
- “The graphics are low quality, making the game feel heavy and slow.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and lack detail.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game has been criticized for lacking immersion and failing to engage players, leading to a disconnect that diminishes long-term enjoyment. Reviewers feel that the overall experience does not foster a compelling environment that encourages repeated play.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you in and making you feel like you're part of the world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a rich atmosphere that keeps you engaged and wanting to explore more.”
- “The game's atmosphere is so captivating that it keeps players coming back for years with smiles on their faces.”
- “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “There’s a distinct lack of immersion; the world feels empty and fails to draw players in.”
- “The environment lacks character and depth, resulting in a bland experience that doesn't captivate.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the humor in the game's controls and physics, noting that they feel amusingly off compared to established truck simulation games like ETS2. Additionally, the presence of funny bugs adds to the overall comedic experience, suggesting that while the game has potential, it could benefit from further development and content.
- “The controls can use some improvement because they feel funny compared to the king of truck sims, ETS2.”
- “Hopefully the devs can work on the driving, physics, and the many funny bugs I encountered. I would love to buy this once more content is added!”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong desire for a custom music option in the game, believing it would enhance the immersive experience, especially during atmospheric moments like driving in the rain. The current soundtrack is appreciated, but the ability to play personal music would elevate the game's enjoyment significantly.
- “This game seriously needs an option to play your own custom music because it looks so beautiful when it's raining and you are driving this heavy cargo truck while vibing to your own chill music. That custom option to play your own music would make this game a 10/10.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its exceptional stability, with users reporting no bugs, glitches, or issues, making it one of the most polished simulator games of 2024.

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Heavy Cargo: The Truck Simulator is a open world strategy game with kids theme.

Heavy Cargo: The Truck Simulator is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, Windows and others.

Heavy Cargo: The Truck Simulator was released on October 9, 2024.

Heavy Cargo: The Truck Simulator was developed by tox² interactive GmbH.

Heavy Cargo: The Truck Simulator has received negative reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Heavy Cargo: The Truck Simulator is a single player game.

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