High School Simulator 2018

High School Simulator 2018 is a single-player simulation game that provides a humorous take on Japanese high school life with good mechanics and pleasant visuals. The game's sensational music adds to the overall experience, but the frequent ads can be distracting. Despite some technical issues, the game offers an enjoyable experience for those seeking a light-hearted simulation.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,187 reviews

graphics170 positive mentions

monetization161 negative mentions

graphics
311 mentions
55 % positive mentions
32 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users praising their quality and design, noting that they are among the best compared to similar titles. However, several players express dissatisfaction with certain aspects, such as lag, glitches, and the need for further optimization and updates. Overall, while the graphics are generally appreciated, there is a consensus that improvements are needed to enhance the overall experience.
- “I love the graphics and how everything is designed!”
- “The graphics are amazing; the movement of the school girl character is the same as Yandere Simulator, which is very cool.”
- “This game is very beautiful, but you should do the game better like do some missions and some shops and make the graphics better.”
- “In the first few minutes, I was customizing my character, and the graphics are just, well, kinda awful.”
- “The graphics are really bad, plus it's annoying how you have to watch a bunch of ads to get accessories and stuff.”
- “The graphics and controls are really slow and glitchy; I hated this. It used to be so fun when I played it, but now it just sucks!”
story
198 mentions
23 % positive mentions
64 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that while players enjoy the game's mechanics and potential, they overwhelmingly feel that it lacks a compelling storyline and engaging missions. Many users suggest adding quests, character interactions, and a structured plot to enhance gameplay and reduce repetitiveness, as the current focus on killing NPCs without any narrative context leads to boredom. Overall, a significant demand exists for more depth and direction in the game's story elements.
- “This game is fun but I think it should have a story to it.”
- “I love this game so much but the thing is I started playing it every day because it was so good and then I got really bored. I think if you add more activities to do or quests, then it would be a great game overall.”
- “I think there should be more storylines and stuff like that. Also, I think the game creators should add different ways to kill people.”
- “It's a great app, good controls and graphics but it has no storyline and that makes it boring.”
- “There's no storyline, you can't talk to people but you can only say hello to them and there's nothing else to do or no task in this game at all!”
- “The game overall is good, but I feel there should be more of a storyline.”
monetization
178 mentions
9 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
90 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads required to unlock features such as hairstyles, clothing, and weapons. While some users appreciate the option to bypass ads by turning off their internet connection, others find the ad frequency disruptive to gameplay, leading to a less enjoyable experience. Overall, players desire a more balanced approach to monetization that allows for easier access to content without the burden of constant advertisements.
- “There's no ads while playing the game!”
- “No ads, not laggy, and great character design!”
- “This game is so fun there's no ads and it's fun that I play it every day for more than an hour.”
- “The graphics are really bad, plus it's annoying how you have to watch a bunch of ads to get accessories and stuff.”
- “I love this game but why do I have to open all the hairstyles to get the knives and guns? I just don't like watching ads all day.”
- “This game sucks! They removed all the weapons and only give them to you if you have an app store and watch 20 ads for hairs. You can put airplane mode and not watch anything, but what's the point of the game if you remove the stuff that makes it good?”
humor
136 mentions
99 % positive mentions
-1 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the glitches, absurd scenarios, and dark comedic elements particularly entertaining. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to generate laughter through unexpected outcomes, such as characters reacting inappropriately to violent actions or humorous physics. Despite some complaints about bugs and recent updates removing certain features, the overall consensus is that the game provides a fun and funny experience, especially for those who enjoy chaotic gameplay.
- “This game is hilarious and fun, but it does get kinda buggy and laggy sometimes.”
- “It's literally hilarious on how many things you can do.”
- “It's so funny and very surprising.”
- “I don't find the humor in this game at all. It tries to be funny, but it just falls flat and feels forced.”
- “The jokes in this game are so cringeworthy that I couldn't help but roll my eyes instead of laughing.”
- “I expected some lighthearted moments, but the humor is either too dark or just plain awkward.”
stability
118 mentions
3 % positive mentions
3 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized due to numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as freezing during key actions and unexpected teleportation of characters. While some players find the glitches amusing, many express frustration over how they hinder the overall experience, leading to crashes and lag. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, significant improvements in stability are needed to enhance playability.
- “I love it, no glitches or anything.”
- “Good game, no glitches, easy to control.”
- “This game is the best, I have had it for a very long time, it has no glitches!”
- “But there were more bugs and weird glitches.”
- “It's a good game but it freezes whenever I move.”
- “I played this game for more than one year and I really liked it, but now when I play it always gets laggy, and then when I change outfits it freezes... please fix this.”
music
42 mentions
24 % positive mentions
69 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from users, with many expressing frustration over the absence of music and sound effects, particularly after recent updates. While some players appreciate the relaxing soundtrack and find it enjoyable, others report bugs that prevent them from hearing any audio, leading to a less engaging experience. Overall, there is a strong desire for improvements and the reintroduction of previous music elements to enhance gameplay.
- “There's a lot of students and the music is relaxing.”
- “Wow, I love this game! I like the music and please add more cool updates to this game.”
- “It brings back so many memories and I really love the music.”
- “Overall brilliant but I cannot hear any of the sounds or music in the game. Maybe it's a bug, but overall good, please fix it, thank you :)”
- “But since the new update, there has been no music or sound effects like how it previously was, and the app keeps kicking itself out.”
- “The game is cool but I can't hear the sound of the game or music 🙃”
gameplay
41 mentions
41 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the overall concept and controls, while others find it repetitive and lacking depth. Many users express a desire for more engaging content, such as missions or story modes, and improvements in graphics and optimization. Additionally, there are requests for more character diversity and features to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “I like the overall gameplay and concepts.”
- “The graphics are good and the gameplay concept is good even though it's violent, keep up the good work.”
- “Its so fun and the gameplay is very smooth.”
- “Ok so this game is really great, but there are some things that sort of ruin the gameplay.”
- “The quality is good but the gameplay is kinda boring, I really want a little story mode.”
- “The controls are horrible and the gameplay is so boring.”
emotional
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a complex emotional response to the game, feeling a mix of dark humor and moral conflict as they engage in violent actions. While some find enjoyment in the game's mechanics and themes, others acknowledge the unsettling nature of finding humor in violence, highlighting the game's mature content. Overall, the emotional experience is characterized by a blend of excitement, guilt, and a desire for more engaging gameplay elements.
- “This game is wholesome; I can kill people here and never get bored of it. Keep up the good work! 😌😌😌”
optimization
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while some players appreciate the improved performance and smooth gameplay, others report significant lag and a decline in performance compared to previous versions, calling for updates to restore the game's former quality.
- “Other than that, it's enjoyable and runs smoothly.”
- “For the best in graphics, improved performance keeps up with the game engine.”
character development
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Character development in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising the character designs as amazing, while others find the overall development and graphics lacking. Many users express a desire for more interactive elements and environments, suggesting that the game could benefit from additional buildings and features to enhance the experience. Overall, the character development aspect seems to be overshadowed by technical shortcomings and limited gameplay options.
- “The character designs are amazing!”
- “No ads, not laggy, and great character design!”
- “It's boring; the character designs and development are awful, and the graphics are terrible.”
- “The character designs are amazing, but there is no roleplay.”
- “The rooms in the school building are so small, and some buildings cannot be entered.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally considered mediocre, with players feeling that it lacks engaging elements. There is a desire for more frequent updates, particularly in character customization, to enhance the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is just mediocre; not much is happening.”
- “I would love to see more updates to the atmosphere, as it feels stale since the last major changes.”
- “The game has potential, but the atmosphere lacks depth and engagement.”