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Ship Explorer

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81%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
optimization, music
81% User Score Based on 97 reviews

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Ship Explorer is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Turbine Room Studio and was released on July 30, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Ship Explorer offers a unique virtual tour of historic ocean liners, allowing players to explore detailed ship decks and learn design secrets through interactive objects and animated features. Customize weather, time, and season to create your ideal atmosphere, while revisiting key moments in each vessel’s storied past. Experience history’s greatest ships in an immersive and educational way.

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81%
Audience ScoreBased on 97 reviews
graphics5 positive mentions
optimization4 negative mentions
  • The game offers beautifully rendered historical ships with impressive attention to detail, making it a visually stunning experience.
  • Mike Brady's narration and the inclusion of collectible items provide an engaging educational experience for maritime history enthusiasts.
  • The ability to customize weather and time of day enhances the immersive atmosphere, allowing players to enjoy a leisurely exploration of the ships.
  • The game lacks substantial interior exploration, with only minimal access to a few rooms, which may disappoint players expecting a more in-depth experience.
  • Performance issues, including crashes and low frame rates, hinder the overall enjoyment and accessibility of the game.
  • The limited content at launch, featuring only two ships and a lack of interactive gameplay elements, may not justify the price for some players.
  • optimization
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users reporting severe performance issues, particularly during weather changes and in certain environments. Despite some praise for its potential, players have noted that it is poorly optimized for Unreal Engine 5, often requiring settings to be lowered significantly to achieve playable frame rates. Overall, the consensus is that the game feels unfinished and in need of urgent optimization improvements.

    • “Performance is surprisingly good for a UE5 title.”
    • “Performance on my PC is good.”
    • “Unfortunately, my honest opinion of this right now is they released it too early and it either needs optimization, more content, or both.”
    • “Unfortunately my honest opinion of this right now is they released it too early and it either needs optimization, more content, or both.”
    • “I was shocked that I had to take the performance tab down to 'low' in order to keep a frame rate above 15fps.”
    • “That being said, oh my god, this game is horrendously optimized.”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are generally polished and visually appealing, typical of Unreal Engine titles, but some players feel they lack the detail found in other games. While many appreciate the immersive visuals and customization options, there are minor issues, such as orthographic errors and a lack of engaging cutaway visuals. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the exploration experience, enhancing the historical context of the ocean liners.

    • “The graphics are beautiful overall.”
    • “The visuals are immersive and allow the player to get up close and personal with these historic vessels, and the music is a fantastic addition.”
    • “Really impressed with the visuals and it’s so immersive.”
    • “Yes, the visuals look polished, but that is all it has.”
    • “I've seen games with more detailed graphics run more smoothly on my machine than this one.”
    • “Like the info bubbles that start with 'on the other side of this door...' and 'on the other side of this bulkhead...' I love ocean liner designs, but it wasn't that interesting when I was standing in dry dock looking at the ship's bare side and being told what's on the other side rather than shown some sort of cutaway, photograph, etc. Those issues aside, I like how you can customize so much of the graphical settings.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the immersive experience, complementing the visuals and sound effects as players explore historic ocean liners. Reviewers appreciate the well-crafted soundtrack, which contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere, making it a standout feature that elevates the overall ambiance. While the gameplay may be limited, the music and environmental effects create a captivating and reflective experience for players.

    • “The music is one of the best parts of the game, just being able to zone out while looking to sea is wonderful.”
    • “The visuals are immersive and allow the player to get up close and personal with these historic vessels, and the music is a fantastic addition.”
    • “It's clear that the game is a kind of appetizer, a way to raise money for a grand voyage, which is the game that will have gameplay, interiors, music, and so on.”
    • “The music, the weather effects, and sounds are all great in the illusion of being in the past at sea.”
    • “One thing this game has an edge over games like Demo 401 is ambiance/music and weather control; these small features make a huge difference to the experience and make them seem even more real.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a leisurely exploration of historically inspired ocean liners, offering an immersive atmosphere with realistic sound effects and music. While it provides a unique and enjoyable experience for fans of maritime history, it lacks deeper gameplay mechanics and replayability, serving more as a preview for a more comprehensive future title.

    • “For what it is, I like it. It is fun to see the scale of these ships; I wish they had access to some of the more mechanical areas of the ships.”
    • “If you are a big fan of a myriad of ocean liners throughout history and have a taste for a slower and more thoughtful experience that involves strolling the decks of these fascinating machines while learning from real-life photos with historical subtext and narration as the ship sails through patches of rain, sun, snow, and fog with suitable sound effects and period-accurate music, I think this is well worth the price.”
    • “It's clear that the game is a kind of appetizer, a way to raise money for a grand voyage, which is the game that will have gameplay, interiors, music, and so on.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy has been criticized as exploitative, with users feeling that it prioritizes profit over player experience, likening it to a "greasy cash grab."

    • “This feels like a greasy cash grab!”
    • “The monetization system is overly aggressive and ruins the gameplay experience.”
    • “I can't enjoy the game without being bombarded by constant ads and paywalls.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and thoughtful experience, allowing players to explore historically accurate ocean liners while enjoying realistic weather effects and period music. However, those seeking deeper gameplay mechanics or replayability may find it lacking, as the focus is primarily on the ambiance and aesthetic journey.

    • “If you are a big fan of a myriad of ocean liners throughout history and have a taste for a slower and more thoughtful experience that involves strolling the decks of these fascinating machines while learning from real-life photos with historical subtext and narration as the ship sails through patches of rain, sun, snow, and fog with suitable sound effects and period-accurate music, I think this is well worth the price.”
    • “Beautifully made sim/exploring game; the weather and time controls are awesome and really add to the atmosphere of the experience.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express frustration over the story's progression and the availability of missions and interiors, questioning why certain elements are not included in the current release despite the shared assets. This suggests a lack of clarity in the narrative structure and content delivery.

    • “I understand they're releasing another game with interiors that will have missions and all of that, but it makes no sense that those features wouldn't be available in this release too since the assets are the same.”
    • “Not implemented yet, or is this some quest I need to finish?”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers a unique and immersive experience for fans of ocean liners, emphasizing atmosphere and historical context, but lacks deeper gameplay mechanics and replayability for those seeking more varied content. It is best suited for players who appreciate a slower, contemplative journey rather than those looking for extensive replay value.

    • “If you are a big fan of a myriad of ocean liners throughout history and have a taste for a slower and more thoughtful experience that involves strolling the decks of these fascinating machines while learning from real-life photos with historical subtext and narration, I think this is well worth the price. The atmosphere and vibe are captivating, but if you expect deeper gameplay systems or greater replayability beyond this, then you might want to consider other options.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the humor in the game, particularly enjoying the amusing sliding mechanic as a fun addition. The overall high-quality graphics and engaging elements contribute to a positive experience, leading to high ratings.

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Ship Explorer is a simulation game.

Ship Explorer is available on PC and Windows.

Ship Explorer was released on July 30, 2025.

Ship Explorer was developed by Turbine Room Studio.

Ship Explorer has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its optimization.

Ship Explorer is a single player game.

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