Mountain Taxi Driver

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Mountain Taxi Driver is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by A Nostru and was released on September 13, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Mountain Taxi Driver" is a thrilling driving game where you play as a taxi driver, navigating through dangerous and steep mountain terrains to pick up and drop off passengers on time. With hill driving skills, you must avoid obstacles and complete missions to unlock new levels, all while driving carefully to ensure passenger safety. The game includes a time limit and features challenging pathways and broken roads.

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 147 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

Mountain Taxi Driver offers a straightforward and engaging driving experience that captures the tension of navigating treacherous mountain roads.
The game is well-suited for short play sessions, allowing players to jump in and complete missions quickly, making it accessible for casual gamers.
Some players appreciate the challenge and unpredictability of the driving mechanics, finding satisfaction in mastering the game's idiosyncratic handling.

The game suffers from poor graphics and audio design, with basic textures and minimal sound effects that fail to create an immersive experience.
Driving controls are often described as stiff and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay where collisions feel arbitrary and unfair.
With only ten short levels and limited variation in objectives, many players find the game lacks long-term engagement and novelty.

graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
53%
9%
The graphics of "Mountain Taxi Driver" receive mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning, photo-realistic environments and meticulous detail that enhance the immersive experience. However, some players note issues with clunky visuals and technical flaws, suggesting that while the game excels in aesthetics, it may not consistently deliver high-quality graphics across all levels. Overall, the visuals are often described as breathtaking, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The game’s graphics are stunning, with meticulously detailed environments that capture the beauty of mountainous regions.”
- “The graphics of this game are absolutely beautiful, almost looks straight out of real life.”
- “The graphics are a testament to the cutting-edge technology employed in its creation, boasting photo-realistic environments, meticulously crafted landscapes, and highly detailed character models.”
- “The graphics are very bad; the game has only 10 levels and the graphics/physics are very, very poor.”
- “Graphics, well just look at the screenshots; polygons don't join together properly, are very stretched, and of poor quality.”
- “The graphics aren't great; it's clunky, and in the second map, you can fall through the side of what should be a solid mountain, and the people change skin color.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
67%
10%
The gameplay of "Mountain Taxi Driver" is characterized by a blend of challenging driving mechanics and realistic elements, such as fuel management and passenger satisfaction, which add depth to the experience. While the core gameplay loop is accessible, it suffers from a lack of long-term engagement due to limited variation and unpolished mechanics, leading to mixed reviews on its execution. Players who appreciate challenging scenarios may find it enjoyable, but others may be deterred by technical issues and rough edges.
- “The core gameplay loop is immediately understandable.”
- “One of the most compelling features of 'Mountain Taxi Driver' is its realistic and challenging gameplay mechanics.”
- “The driving mechanics are expertly crafted, striking a balance between accessibility and realism.”
- “It is a title that thrives on precarious situations rather than refined mechanics, and its appeal depends largely on how much patience players have for rough edges.”
- “However, this structure also limits long-term engagement, as the game rarely introduces new mechanics or meaningful variation beyond harder paths and faster expectations.”
- “Poor textures, garbage controls, disappearing objects, falling through the levels, and a grand total of 8 minutes of gameplay for $11.99?”
story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
48%
14%
The story of "Mountain Taxi Driver" is a standout feature, blending an emotionally charged love story with immersive gameplay and stunning visuals that deeply engage players. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke strong emotions, with well-crafted narratives for each virtual passenger, making every mission feel unique and impactful. Overall, the storytelling is praised for its depth and ability to create a memorable gaming experience.
- “It has a deep story which made my dad cry, and graphics which make you forget what reality looks like.”
- “What sets Mountain Taxi Driver apart from other games in its genre is the inclusion of an engaging and emotionally charged love story.”
- “First of all, I have never been so deeply immersed into the lore and storyline as I was when experiencing this perfectly crafted video game.”
- “There's no story here, so we're going straight to graphics.”
- “The game also fosters a sense of connection with the virtual passengers, each with their own backstory and destination.”
- “Total 10 missions.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The music in the game is described as soothing and adventurous, enhancing the overall ambiance, though some players feel it plays a subdued role and doesn't significantly impact the mood. While opinions vary, many praise the soundtrack and sound effects, with some considering it a standout feature that contributes to an exceptional gaming experience.
- “The background music, with its soothing and adventurous themes, further elevates the overall ambiance of the game.”
- “Yeah, you may say that this is all part of an average game to be good, but have you heard the soundtrack and sound effects?”
- “This game was amazing; one of the best journeys I have experienced in my life. Music 10/10, story 10/10, experience 10/10 - overall the best game I have ever played.”
- “Music plays a subdued role, if any, and does not significantly shape the mood.”
- “At least the music is chill (though that's as far as the pros go, in my opinion).”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by ambient sounds and dynamic lighting, creating an immersive experience that transports players to a stunning mountainous region. However, while the vehicles and scenery effectively convey space and danger, they lack the refinement needed to make the world feel truly alive. Overall, the atmosphere serves as a solid foundation for the new online multiplayer experience.
- “Ambient sounds such as the rustling of leaves, the roar of waterfalls, and the chirping of birds contribute to the immersive atmosphere.”
- “The interplay of lighting and shadows further adds to the realism, creating an immersive atmosphere that transports players to this stunning mountainous region.”
- “The game's vast and atmospheric world also provides the foundation for a brand new online multiplayer experience.”
- “Vehicles and scenery do their job of conveying space and danger, but they lack the refinement or atmosphere that might make the world feel alive.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
"Mountain Taxi Driver" stands out in its genre due to its emotionally engaging love story, which deepens players' connection to the characters as they uncover the protagonist's past. Reviewers have noted that the game evokes strong feelings, prompting reflections on personal journeys and a desire for adventure.
- “What sets Mountain Taxi Driver apart from other games in its genre is the inclusion of an engaging and emotionally charged love story.”
- “As you progress through the game, you'll uncover the secrets of the protagonist's past and the true nature of their connection, deepening your emotional investment in the characters and their journey.”
- “I went on an emotional trip and now I want to journey the world by myself because of this game!”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing sight of passengers starting in a t-pose, which adds a quirky charm but also suggests a lack of polish, as it feels like stock assets were hastily combined.
- “I find it hilarious that every time you pick up a passenger, they're always in a T-pose. At least when they start walking, they lower their arms, but it gives off the impression that it's all stock assets slapped together to make the game.”
- “The game's humor is spot on, with witty dialogue and absurd situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “I love the quirky character interactions and the ridiculous scenarios that unfold; they add a delightful layer of comedy to the gameplay.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users highlighting the low-quality assets and minimal effort put into the product, which is sold at a price of $10 USD. This approach is seen as detrimental to genuine indie developers by overshadowing their work on platforms like Steam.
- “They're nothing but cash grabs, and they harm genuine indie developers by reducing their visibility on Steam.”
- “This time they took the 'realistic car controller' driving engine from the actual developers, Bonecracker Games, and slapped a couple of lazy bus assets and a shoddy, laughably poor quality low poly map under it, and dumped it on Steam for the cash grab price of $10 USD.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Replayability is highly dependent on the player's enjoyment of performance improvement and mastering the game's unique mechanics. Many users find the game to have almost limitless replay value, with the potential for thousands of hours of engagement over the years.
- “Replay value largely depends on whether you enjoy improving your performance, shaving seconds off delivery times, or mastering the game’s idiosyncratic handling.”
- “This masterpiece has almost unlimited replayability; I can see myself sinking thousands of hours into this game for many years to come.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is closely tied to its replay value, as players find enjoyment in enhancing their performance, reducing delivery times, and mastering its unique handling mechanics.
- “Replay value largely depends on whether you enjoy improving your performance, shaving seconds off delivery times, or mastering the game’s idiosyncratic handling.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong enthusiasm for grinding in the game, with one user declaring it the best they've ever played and indicating a commitment to continue grinding indefinitely. This suggests that the grinding mechanics are engaging and rewarding for players.

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Mountain Taxi Driver is a casual racing game.

Mountain Taxi Driver is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 20 hours playing Mountain Taxi Driver.

Mountain Taxi Driver was released on September 13, 2019.

Mountain Taxi Driver was developed by A Nostru.

Mountain Taxi Driver has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Mountain Taxi Driver is a single player game.

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