Scrapyard Simulator
- September 3, 2020
- Great Idea
- 5h median play time
Get on SteamThe Prologue of Junkyard Simulator gives you a teste of experience of Junkman's life. You'll be sniffing around, collecting items, visiting the scrap market, and carring out a full renovation of car parts and home appliances. Driving a truck and beating a Junkyard Challenge is the icing on the cake.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has an interesting concept and potential for creativity.
- Graphics are decent and the music is enjoyable.
- The prologue offers a taste of gameplay that some players found fun despite its issues.
- The game is plagued with bugs, crashes, and performance issues, making it unplayable for many.
- Driving mechanics are terrible, with vehicles flipping and handling poorly.
- Lack of a save function and unclear objectives lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- graphics31 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game, powered by Unreal Engine 4, receive mixed feedback from users. While some praise the visuals as good and well-optimized, others report significant issues such as glitches, crashes, and poor performance, particularly on lower-end systems. Overall, many players express hope for improvements in the graphics and performance as the game moves towards its full release.
“The graphics are good for a simulator and minor bugs.”
“The graphics are fine though.”
“Awesome graphics, love them.”
“Graphics are generally bad and performance isn't great.”
“The graphics are really bad (but I hope this will change in the main game as it looks like the resolutions are not working properly).”
“Omg, the graphics are just disgusting, like from last decade at least. I just got motion sickness from it and that was on ultra settings; no controller support at all, physics are almost non-existent, gameplay sucks.”
- gameplay30 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the clunky and unresponsive driving mechanics, which detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the unique base mechanics and potential for fun, issues such as poor vehicle handling, frustrating navigation, and a lack of clear instructions hinder enjoyment. Overall, the game shows promise but requires significant improvements in mechanics and user interface to enhance the gameplay experience.
“For the short while playing this game, I found it to hold some brilliant unique base mechanics, storyline, and interests.”
“I really enjoyed playing this; the mechanics of learning to drive made me laugh a few times.”
“The gameplay has fun mechanics.”
“I'm not driving around in this crap for hours just to have 5-10 minutes of 'actual' gameplay (collecting, refurbishing, managing, and marketing scrap).”
“The driving mechanics are off, so it's not fun to drive, which you'll do a lot of.”
“It is just hindered by slow movement, clunky and unresponsive mechanics, sudden info screens covering the whole screen, bad UI, even worse minimap, and abominable level design.”
- story28 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for being vague and underdeveloped, with many players noting that it lacks a coherent narrative or engaging quest structure. While some appreciate the initial concept and mechanics, the overall experience is marred by frustrating gameplay elements, confusing mission directions, and excessive driving, leading to a sense of disappointment regarding the story's potential. Overall, players express hope for improvements in future updates, but currently, the story feels incomplete and unsatisfying.
“For the short while playing this game, I found it to hold some brilliant unique base mechanics, storyline, and interests.”
“Storyline is awesome, love the start but maybe do something about the phone calling; it's kind of annoying as he calls you a lot in the first 5-10 minutes.”
“All that being said, I still loved the overall experience and feel for the game and its missions/quests. I think it will be a great game upon completion and, given it's not overpriced, would absolutely back the developers and purchase the game in hopes the funding could help add valuable resources to polishing this game further and faster!”
“This game has no story.”
“The story of the game makes no sense.”
“The quest dialogue is very vague and you're left with minimal knowledge on what you're actually supposed to be doing.”
- stability18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- -11 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting significant bugs, glitches, and performance issues that detract from the overall experience. Many players experienced game-breaking errors, particularly with vehicle controls and loading times, leading to frustration and a sense that the game is unfinished. While some users noted minor improvements and a lack of crashes during their playthroughs, the consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization and fixes before it can be considered stable.
“The game runs smoothly with minimal bugs, making for a solid experience overall.”
“I've encountered a few minor issues, but the overall stability is impressive.”
“The performance is reliable, allowing me to enjoy the game without frequent interruptions.”
“This game is not ready; there are tons of bugs and glitches. Here are some that I encountered:”
“Look, I'm going to be honest here: three years of 'coming soon,' three years of pushbacks, and saying 'just a little more testing.' And well, looky here, a prologue that's 5 minutes of gameplay and 25 minutes of driving that no one can control. I forgot to mention the fact that the main element of the game so far doesn't even work. In all honesty, if you're still hyped for the full release, just give up and find something else. You'll be a skeleton by the time they release it, and it's not a buggy piece of crap.”
“Unless Rebelia has some huge patch up their sleeve, it's incomplete, and it's extremely buggy.”
- music17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players enjoying the overall soundtrack and atmosphere it creates, while others criticize specific instances, such as the overly loud music in the pawn shop and issues with overlapping tracks. Some players appreciate the smooth transitions, like the music quieting during phone calls, but there are complaints about the audio being too loud or distracting at times. Overall, while the music has its highlights, it also has notable flaws that detract from the experience for some players.
“Hunt for valuables, find some hidden cash, and the radio/music was good too!”
“This game has so much potential, I still love the game. I want it to be successful; the graphics were good, and the audio/music was, in my opinion, awesome (I was bobbing and rocking out to the radio).”
“Music is cool; love to see more cool music playlists in the future.”
“The music in the pawn shop is too loud and the truck has only a.”
“But seriously... the music at the pawn shop... the one who added that... tell that person to quit their job and leave now.”
“The music and sound effects are deafening when you launch the game.”
- monetization5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of this early access game has drawn criticism, with users labeling it as advertising spam for an unfinished product. While the game concept is appealing and the graphics are commendable, the poor reviews suggest it may not be worth the investment, especially since the alpha version is available for free, raising questions about the developers' commitment. Overall, players are advised to approach it cautiously, as it feels more like a cash grab despite the free offering.
“While the concept for the game is fine, the graphics look good (thanks to Unreal Engine 4), the early access game that this is advertising is getting very poor reviews... probably because it's been released in an unfinished state on Steam.”
“Anyway, no matter how promising it might look, this is just advertising spam and should be avoided unless you want the full game, despise game reviews (so why are you reading mine??) and just want to try it for yourself.”
“Would say this was a cash grab except they listed the alpha for free, so I don't understand why they would just abandon it.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the good graphics and smooth performance in certain areas, others report bugs and overall poor optimization. Despite achieving high frame rates initially, there are concerns about performance issues that may arise in different environments, indicating that further improvements are needed.
“The graphics are good and well optimized; in the junkyard, there are a lot of props, but I've never experienced any lag. There are plenty of signs on the road to guide you, although a GPS might be better than arrows on the asphalt. The map isn't too big, and I love the fact that you can lose pieces on the road if you turn too fast.”
“The graphics are impressive, and since it's built on Unreal Engine, if the developers fix all the game issues, it should run very smoothly. I already got more than 100 FPS at the start, but I will assess game performance in other areas when the game is released.”
“Just be honest about it, and admit that it's a little buggy and poorly optimized. For the love of god, it is not the players' fault, so don't blame us, and don't make excuses.”
“Graphics are generally bad and performance isn't great.”
“The graphics are good since it's using Unreal Engine, so if the devs fix all the game issues, it should run smoothly. I already got more than 100 fps at the start, but I will see game performance in other areas when the game releases.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users generally find the game to be highly replayable, with many describing it as infinitely replayable or nearly so, indicating a strong incentive to return to the game for multiple playthroughs.
“The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
“I find myself coming back to this game time and time again; the replayability is outstanding!”
“Every run feels fresh and exciting, making it a game I can play endlessly.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its unexpected moments, such as the irony of technical issues on a high-end machine, and the amusing mechanics involved in learning to drive, which elicited genuine laughter from players.
“I really enjoyed playing this; the mechanics of learning to drive made me laugh a few times.”
“The humor in the game is spot on, with witty dialogue and funny situations that kept me entertained.”
“The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions added a delightful layer of comedy to the gameplay.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the game's atmosphere as immersive, characterized by its compelling music, detailed graphics, and thoughtfully designed environments. The mood effectively enhances the gameplay experience, while the realistic scavenging elements contribute to a sense of authenticity and engagement. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for drawing players into the game's world.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, with haunting music and stunning graphics that bring the environment to life.”
“Every location is meticulously designed, creating a mood that perfectly complements the gameplay and enhances the scavenging experience.”
“The combination of ambient sounds and visual details makes the atmosphere feel so realistic, drawing you deeper into the game world.”
“The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, lacking the immersive qualities that make a game truly engaging.”
“Despite the potential for a rich environment, the graphics and sound design fall flat, leaving the world feeling empty.”
“The mood is inconsistent, making it difficult to connect with the game; it often feels more like a chore than an adventure.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers acknowledge that while the game has potential for emotional depth, it currently requires refinement and development to fully realize that potential.
