Scrapyard Simulator

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Scrapyard Simulator is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Great Idea and was released on September 3, 2020. It received negative reviews from players.

The 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.

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Audience ScoreBased on 255 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

gameplay8 negative mentions

The game has an interesting concept and potential for creativity.
The graphics are decent and the music is enjoyable.
The prologue offers a taste of gameplay that could be fun if the bugs are fixed.

The game is plagued with bugs, crashes frequently, and lacks a save feature.
Driving mechanics are terrible, making it frustrating to navigate the game world.
The user interface is confusing, and the tutorial does not provide clear instructions.

graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
58%
16%
The graphics of the game, powered by Unreal Engine 4, are generally described as good, with some users praising their optimization and visual appeal, particularly in specific environments like junkyards. However, many players report significant issues, including bugs, crashes, and performance problems, which detract from the overall experience. While some see potential in the graphics, they express a strong desire for improvements and fixes before the game's full release.
- “The graphics are good for a simulator and minor bugs.”
- “Awesome graphics, love them!”
- “The graphics are fine, though.”
- “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. I just got motion sickness from it and that was on ultra settings.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
56%
27%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the clunky driving mechanics and overall responsiveness, which detracts from the experience. While some appreciate the unique base mechanics and potential for fun, issues like poor vehicle handling, lack of a navigational map, and frustrating UI elements hinder enjoyment. Overall, the game shows promise but requires significant improvements to its mechanics and design 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.”
story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The game's story is largely criticized for being vague and lacking depth, with many players noting that it feels non-existent or poorly developed. While some appreciate the initial concept and mechanics, the quest dialogue is often confusing, leading to frustration during gameplay. Overall, the narrative aspect appears to need significant improvement to enhance player engagement and satisfaction.
- “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 calls; they're 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.”
- “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.”
stability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
94%
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 bug fixes before it can be considered stable.
- “The game runs smoothly with minimal bugs, providing a stable experience overall.”
- “I've encountered a few minor issues, but the overall stability of the game is impressive.”
- “The performance is solid, making for a reliable gaming experience.”
- “This game is not ready; there are tons of bugs and glitches. Here are some that I encountered:”
- “Unless Rebelia has some huge patch up their sleeve, it's incomplete, and it's extremely buggy.”
- “Game is just full of glitches and errors.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
47%
18%
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 overall, the execution of the audio experience has left room for improvement. Despite the criticisms, a significant number of users express a desire for more engaging music playlists in future updates.
- “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.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
80%
The monetization strategy for this early access game has drawn criticism, as it appears to be more of an advertising effort for an unfinished product rather than a genuine offering. While the alpha version is free, the overall reception suggests that the game may be a cash grab, with many users advising potential players to avoid it until a complete version is released.
- “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.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
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'll 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's 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, but if the developers 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.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users highlight that the game offers high replayability, with many considering it infinitely replayable or nearly so, suggesting a strong incentive to return for multiple playthroughs.
- “Infinitely replayable, with new experiences every time.”
- “The game offers so many choices that each playthrough feels unique.”
- “I keep coming back for more; there's always something new to discover.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its unexpected moments, such as the irony of technical issues on high-end machines, and the amusing mechanics involved in learning to drive, which elicit 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 absurdity of the scenarios had me in stitches, making every failure a hilarious experience.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive combination of music, graphics, and detailed place designs, which collectively create a realistic and engaging mood. Players particularly appreciate the authentic feel of scavenging, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, with haunting music and stunning graphics that bring the world 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.”
- “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich environment, the graphics and sound design fall flat, making exploration feel tedious rather than engaging.”
- “The mood is inconsistent, with jarring transitions that disrupt the immersion and make it hard to connect with the game's setting.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers acknowledge that while the game has potential for emotional depth, it currently requires refinement to fully realize that aspect.

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Scrapyard Simulator is a simulation game.

Scrapyard Simulator is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Scrapyard Simulator.

Scrapyard Simulator was released on September 3, 2020.

Scrapyard Simulator was developed by Great Idea.

Scrapyard Simulator has received negative reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Scrapyard Simulator is a single player game.

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