Lumberjack Simulator
- October 3, 2021
- Exponential Games Inc.
- 8h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Lumberjack Simulator," players navigate an open world and use realistic vehicles and tools to manage a logging business. They can cut down trees, alter the terrain, and sell logs at the local mill to upgrade their equipment and operations. The game emphasizes mastery of the wilderness and features realistic vehicle physics.
PC
Windows
Xbox One
Xbox
Reviews
- The game has great potential with realistic logging mechanics and enjoyable gameplay.
- Graphics and art style are appreciated, and the mud physics add a unique challenge.
- The developer is responsive and actively working on updates, showing commitment to improving the game.
- The game is plagued with numerous bugs and glitches, making it frustrating to play.
- Controls are confusing and often unresponsive, leading to a steep learning curve.
- Many players report issues with saving progress and game stability, causing loss of progress and frequent restarts.
- graphics17 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the art style and basic effectiveness, while others criticize them as choppy, dated, and reminiscent of mobile games. Many users express hope for future improvements, suggesting that the current state detracts from gameplay and overall enjoyment. Overall, the visuals show potential but require significant refinement to meet player expectations.
“Art and graphics are very good.”
“I like the graphics; the gameplay is relaxing, and if you have a question, the people are very friendly and helpful on Discord.”
“Graphics improvements are sure to continue to be worked on and refined.”
“The visuals are choppy, the mechanics are very odd, and I realize that I only have like 10 minutes in the game, but that should say something.”
“Graphics are dated, and the game is practically unplayable.”
“Further just about everything else from graphics, sound, vehicles, depth, and progression is lacking far behind.”
- gameplay15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating the driving and mud mechanics but criticizing the overall game mechanics and steep learning curve. Many found the visuals choppy and the controls odd, leading to a lack of intuitive gameplay elements commonly found in mechanic simulation games. While the game offers a relaxing experience and friendly community support, significant improvements are needed for it to be considered fully playable.
“I like the graphics, the gameplay is relaxing, and if you have a question, the people are very friendly and helpful on Discord.”
“Overall, the driving feels good, and the mud mechanics are great.”
“The crane and mechanical controls work great.”
“The visuals are choppy, the mechanics are very odd, and I realize that I only have like 10 minutes in the game, but that should say something.”
“Aside from these, the learning curve on the tools is way too steep as there are not many intuitive elements compared to other mechanic sims.”
“Final - needs much work on mechanics to be considered playable, then needs gameplay filled out... or gameplay at all really.”
- grinding13 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is frustrating, particularly due to the monetization of features that are typically included at launch in other titles, like the Farming Simulator series. Players express disappointment with the game's physics and overall execution compared to established competitors, suggesting that those seeking a logging experience might be better off with existing farming simulators. However, there is potential for enjoyment if players are familiar with logging mechanics and appreciate the new physics introduced in this title.
“That is the biggest turn off for me. I would love to support official DLC, but when you want to charge five bucks to unlock a loan feature (again, the farming simulator series integrated that in the game at launch), it makes me want to uninstall the game.”
“The physics engine used for this game is way more janky than the one used for farming simulator.”
“If you can't wait, purchase a farming simulator 17 or newer game to play.”
- optimization9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players report excellent performance on moderate hardware, others experience significant lag and glitches, indicating that the game is poorly optimized overall. Many users express a desire for improved controls and better handling of performance issues, particularly when dealing with complex in-game elements like logging.
“From my playtesting, this game has excellent performance!”
“Performance-wise, I believe this is good!”
“So, if you have a moderately recent GPU ranging as low as maybe an NVIDIA GTX 760, I think you will have great performance!”
“It's laggy, glitchy, and overall not optimized enough to be played.”
“This is very badly optimized, and nothing I did with the settings fixed any of my issues.”
“I would also like to see the clunky controls and especially the lag become more optimized.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely absent, with players noting a lack of background narrative and motivation, making it less appealing for those seeking a compelling storyline. Instead, the focus is primarily on completing missions and acquiring machines, which may feel monotonous to some.
“There is no background story.”
“If you need a story for motivation, don't bother with this one.”
“It is great if you like being stuck in the mud and only doing missions and spending more money to buy a single machine.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game currently suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, leading to significant stability issues, including crashes during specific actions. Players acknowledge its early access status but express frustration and plan to revisit once these problems are resolved.
“This game has so many bugs and glitches.”
“I realize this is an early access game, but I will leave it and check back again once all the bugs and glitches have been worked through (like the game crashing when I try to turn vehicle lights on...).”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as silly and potentially hilarious, often stemming from the malfunctioning machines that lead to amusing situations. However, the cumbersome controls can detract from the overall enjoyment, making the humor feel more like a hassle at times.
“Silly, and depending on your mood, kind of hilarious.”
“None of the machines work like they are supposed to... can't use the log cutting machine to remove the branches without it twisting and looking funny.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is largely ineffective, as players report that it only functions in the main menu and is absent during gameplay.
“The music also didn't work in my game outside of the main menu.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by impressive effects like sun rays, fog, and shadows, creating an immersive and visually captivating environment.
“The game features stunning atmospheric effects, including sun rays, fog, and intricate shadows that enhance the overall experience.”
“The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
“The combination of sound design and visual elements creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
