Highway Police Simulator

29%
Game Brain Score Based on 106 reviews
  • story
  • optimization
  • graphics
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"Highway Police Simulator is an action-packed game that lets you step into the shoes of a American highway police officer. Patrol the open world of Caminora, solve cases in story-driven gameplay, and drive a variety of vehicles. Choose between casual and simulation modes for a balance of freedom and challenge."

  • PC
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

29%
Audience ScoreBased on 106 reviews
story9 positive mentions
optimization10 negative mentions
  • The game has a good base and interesting story, showing potential for future improvements.
  • Graphics and sound are decent, with good detail on vehicles and environments.
  • Some players find the gameplay enjoyable despite the bugs, appreciating the unique mechanics and police simulation elements.
  • The game is plagued by severe performance issues, including low FPS and frequent crashes, making it nearly unplayable.
  • Driving mechanics are poorly executed, with unrealistic physics and controls that feel clunky and unresponsive.
  • Numerous bugs and glitches, such as NPCs disappearing and dialogue lines cutting off, significantly detract from the overall experience.
  • story25 mentions

    The game's story is generally considered engaging and interesting, providing context to missions, but it is criticized for being short and lacking depth, with many reviewers noting that it can be completed in under two hours. While some players appreciate the potential of the narrative, they also highlight significant bugs and gameplay issues that detract from the overall experience, making it feel incomplete. Overall, the story adds value but does not elevate the game to a must-play status due to its flaws.

    • “The game is good, with an engaging story and great potential.”
    • “The game has a good base and interesting story, that's why I'm leaving a positive review.”
    • “It is a really fun story, some glitches but the game is early too.”
    • “The storyline makes zero sense.”
    • “There are bugs and repetitive tasks that make it a bit tedious, and the story isn’t enough to make it a must-play.”
    • “It adds some context to your missions, but don’t expect an emotional rollercoaster or deep plot twists.”
  • optimization20 mentions

    The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting severe performance issues, bugs, and inconsistent frame rates even on high-end systems. Many express disappointment, stating that the game feels poorly executed and unplayable, suggesting it requires significant updates to improve stability and performance. Overall, the consensus is that the game is not worth the current price due to its lack of optimization.

    • “I played with the different graphic settings and everything to try and improve the performance, but the game just does not perform well.”
    • “I hope they come through with some major stability and performance updates quickly.”
    • “The game’s performance is inconsistent, and while it’s not game-breaking, it can sometimes interfere with your experience.”
    • “The game is so poorly optimized that even if it had the tag of 'early access' you'd still be disappointed.”
    • “Well, I'm really tolerating, but this is just a big no. The idea is good and all seems nice, but the physics are absolutely terrible. The performance is just gross; I think an RTX 2060 isn't that bad of a card to not be able to handle this game. I run other games on max settings that look better than this. It needs a lot of work. We'll see in the near future if the devs will take this feedback to heart; I hope so, otherwise for now, it's a waste of money.”
    • “This game is not optimized in the slightest: a RTX 4070 / Intel Arc A770 will get you around 25-35 fps with occasional stuttering on medium graphics at 1440p (this is the second lowest setting in the game).”
  • graphics19 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the detail in vehicles and characters, while others criticize significant performance issues, bugs, and low frame rates even on high-end systems. Many users find the visuals functional but unremarkable, noting that the game is poorly optimized, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences. Overall, while there are moments of graphical appeal, the technical shortcomings overshadow the positive aspects.

    • “The graphics I found to be fantastic; the level of detail on vehicles, characters, and even the uniforms is pretty good.”
    • “Out of all the police simulators on the market, this one definitely has the best graphics, control of lights/sounds/sirens. I like the setup of checking the ID/insurance/registration, and the large open world.”
    • “There are good graphics and sound.”
    • “Game needs a lot of work; the graphics are so bad it hurts my head and my eyes.”
    • “I played the game for 12 minutes and I've seen enough. It's buggy, the FPS is horrific. I can play Hogwarts Legacy, Red Dead, and other games on high settings with 60 FPS or more, but here, even on medium graphics, I'm struggling to get 30 FPS.”
    • “This game is not optimized in the slightest: a RTX 4070 / Intel Arc A770 will get you around 25-35 FPS with occasional stuttering on medium graphics at 1440p (this is the second lowest setting in the game).”
  • gameplay17 mentions

    The gameplay of the game shows significant potential but is marred by numerous issues, particularly with driving mechanics and overall performance. Players report that while the storyline is engaging, the gameplay experience is hindered by stiff controls, poor graphics, and confusing mechanics, leading to frustration. Despite some interesting elements, many feel that the game requires substantial improvements to justify its price and enhance the overall experience.

    • “The gameplay is solid and offers a good mix of simulation elements for a highway patrol experience.”
    • “Interesting mechanics with paperwork and various checks.”
    • “Not terrible, but things like driving and the amount of damage to your car caused by minor collisions need a fix. Great storyline, but similar to how police patrol sim started as far as game mechanics; great potential.”
    • “This game has a ton of potential, but I could not justify the price tag for the amount of gameplay you get.”
    • “Sure, there's a storyline, but overall there's not enough gameplay as the game stands for the amount they are asking to buy the game.”
    • “Unfortunately, the driving mechanics are horrible, making it almost impossible to drive.”
  • stability13 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of severe bugs, glitches, and performance issues that significantly detract from the overall experience. Players have noted problems such as cut-off dialogue, laggy gameplay, and frequent crashes, leading many to deem it almost unplayable. Despite its potential, the overwhelming presence of these technical issues has left users frustrated and disappointed.

    • “Game has potential, but is so buggy it's almost unplayable.”
    • “This game is very buggy and should not have been released yet.”
    • “I played the game for 12 minutes and I've seen enough; it's buggy, the FPS is horrific. I can play Hogwarts Legacy, Red Dead, and other games on high settings and better with 60 FPS or more, but here, even on medium graphics, I'm struggling to get 30 FPS.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    Reviews indicate a strong concern among users that the game's monetization strategy may prioritize profit over player experience, with some labeling it as a "cash grab" that detracts from overall enjoyment.

    • “All the issues that others have mentioned are present in the game, and I hope this isn't just a cash grab.”
    • “This is just a cash grab; not good at all.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game engaging due to its ample content, though it can become tedious due to bugs and repetitive tasks. The lack of a compelling story further diminishes its appeal, making it less essential for those not fond of grinding.

    • “There are bugs and repetitive tasks that make it a bit tedious, and the story isn’t enough to make it a must-play.”
    • “While it’s not particularly complex, there’s enough content to keep you engaged for a long time if you're into grinding through different tasks.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is polarizing, with some players finding it completely unfunny and even suggesting that those who do enjoy it may have questionable judgment.

  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game provides some context to the missions, but players should not anticipate a deeply engaging narrative or significant emotional highs and lows.

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