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"Sinking Simulator" is the sequel to the original game, now with more power to unleash chaos and destruction. Use advanced soft body physics to destroy 2D ships and massive structures, including those bigger than the Empire State Building or the Eiffel Tower. Indulge in the madness of sinking everything in sight. * Sequel to the original "Sinking Simulator" * Advanced soft body physics to destroy massive structures * Unleash chaos and destruction on 2D ships and more

Sinking Simulator screenshot
Sinking Simulator screenshot
Sinking Simulator screenshot
Sinking Simulator screenshot
Sinking Simulator screenshot
Sinking Simulator screenshot

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,180 reviews
graphics14 positive mentions
story11 negative mentions

  • The game is a fun and satisfying way to simulate sinking ships, with good physics and a variety of ships to choose from.
  • It's free, making it an accessible option for players looking for a casual gaming experience.
  • The community workshop adds a lot of content, allowing players to download and create their own ships.
  • The game is plagued with bugs and performance issues, especially when trying to spawn larger ships.
  • The user interface is confusing and not very intuitive, making it difficult for new players to navigate.
  • Many players recommend alternatives like Floating Sandbox, which offer more features and better performance.
  • graphics
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals as the best among 2D sinking simulators and noting the potential for great graphics with proper settings. However, many users report significant performance issues, particularly on AMD graphics cards, leading to frequent crashes, while others mention that the graphics are not demanding but still require a decent card to run smoothly. Overall, while the game has appealing visuals, it suffers from optimization problems that detract from the experience.

    • “Out of all the past and present 2D sinking simulators, this only has the best visuals.”
    • “Game is addictive, great graphics and endless possibilities.”
    • “Amazing game, good graphics; sinking ships in the game will help you relax after a stressful day.”
    • “It's a fun game when playing with an Intel or Nvidia graphics card, but the game crashes on an AMD card.”
    • “I can't go more than one minute without a crash on my AMD graphics card.”
    • “The graphics aren't at console level, but it does still take a decent card to run any of the larger ships without getting 2 fps.”
  • gameplay
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized as simple and focused primarily on sinking mechanics, providing a satisfying experience for players who enjoy physics-based simulations. While some users appreciate the core mechanics and variety, others note a lack of depth and meaningful interaction, leading to potential monotony over time. Overall, the game is seen as entertaining, especially given its low price point, but it may not offer extensive gameplay loops or complexity.

    • “I'd say it changed a lot, but the core gameplay remained the same, obviously.”
    • “Of course, the mechanics are not so comprehensive, but you can come up with different scenarios, a plot that adorns the gameplay of the sinking simulator.”
    • “Such a fun toy, with so many fleshed-out mechanics that are just fun to play with.”
    • “There are no gameplay loops in this software, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
    • “That combined with the fact that almost every ship acts the same means that the gameplay gets dull, plus only one ship can be loaded at a time, unless they are both on the same image file.”
    • “I wish they had included an in-depth tutorial about the mechanics of the game.”
  • story
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks a structured narrative, with many users noting that it primarily focuses on gameplay mechanics rather than storytelling. Players enjoy creating their own scenarios and plots while sinking ships, but there is no overarching story provided. Suggestions for missions and additional gameplay elements indicate a desire for more narrative depth, but currently, the experience is largely sandbox-oriented.

    • “Of course, the mechanics are not so comprehensive, but you can come up with different scenarios, a plot that adorns the gameplay of the sinking simulator.”
    • “I love sinking ship games and this is all I need to have fun. I like to create stories; I'm not a YouTuber, but I can't help but do this.”
    • “Fun to sink ships and make up your own story of what's happening.”
    • “✅ this game has no story”
    • “No story.”
    • “☑ no story”
  • music
    37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the cheerful and thematic tunes that accompany gameplay, while others find the music grating and repetitive, leading to a desire for more variety or a return to previous soundtracks. Many users express frustration over recent music updates, claiming that the new tracks are less enjoyable than the originals. Overall, while some appreciate the music's role in enhancing the game's atmosphere, a significant number of players find it annoying or wish for improvements.

    • “The dramatic music makes this game very epic.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
    • “I love the cheerful music as a catastrophe happens in the ocean.”
    • “I fell asleep to the music.”
    • “Bring back the old music.”
    • “The game plays quite grating MIDI music by default (this is the only sound the thing makes at all), so you have to turn it off every time if you don't like it.”
  • stability
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting significant bugs, frequent crashes, and performance issues, even on capable hardware. Many describe the game as feeling unfinished, with glitches affecting gameplay mechanics and user interface. Overall, the consensus is that the game suffers from severe stability problems, making it frustrating and often unplayable.

    • “It's mostly good: not buggy and a decent time waster.”
    • “The game runs smoothly without any crashes, making for a seamless experience.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; I can focus on enjoying the game without interruptions.”
    • “The game doesn't compare to the newer modern games anymore; it's buggy, constantly crashes, and is sure to spark up your computer if you don't have a decent enough one. Mine is pretty good, and even then, it's struggling.”
    • “This game is very limited, has a buggy menu, feels abandoned, and runs like garbage.”
    • “Extremely buggy; the settings bug out constantly when trying to change wave heights and widths, ships break apart spontaneously for no reason, and the game lags to all hell, causing my laptop to crash due to not knowing how intensive it was.”
  • humor
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both hilarious and entertaining, particularly when engaging with its sandbox features. Many enjoy the comedic aspects of sinking ships and platforms, often comparing it to the Titanic in a lighthearted manner, despite acknowledging the serious undertones. Overall, the game offers a blend of realistic and absurd humor that keeps players amused during their gameplay.

    • “They were awesome and hella funny.”
    • “But, it is hilarious fun to work your way through.”
    • “You can make it really realistic or funny and non-realistic.”
  • grinding
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players overwhelmingly express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, often suggesting that it feels like one would need a second life to keep up with the demands.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • replayability
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its high replayability, particularly due to its workshop feature that allows for extensive customization and creativity. However, some users feel that replayability diminishes after several playthroughs, although potential future updates, such as the addition of NPCs, could enhance the experience significantly.

    • “And the workshop is what makes it replayable.”
    • “Fine physics engine for what it does and what you can adjust, and it's free, but really after a few times it ran out of replayability even when constructing my own ships.”
    • “Plus the developer may add NPCs at some point, so if added, replayability and entertainment will go way up, at least for me.”
    • “This masterpiece makes the Mona Lisa look like a crayon doodle, with such realism and replayability that you will abandon all previous ties you had to your life before.”
  • optimization
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players express significant dissatisfaction with the game's optimization, citing constant lag, menu bugs, and performance issues that hinder gameplay. Many reviewers suggest that the game needs substantial improvements in optimization and user interface functionality to enhance the overall experience. Comparisons to other titles highlight a desire for better performance and additional features, such as a ship editor.

    • “It's legit the same game, but better optimized, more tools, more world customization settings, more ships. It's such a better game than this; I don't know which game came first, but I don't care. Floating Sandbox is so much better, and it's free just like this game.”
    • “Very poorly optimized, lags constantly, and the menus bug out to the point where you can't select anything.”
    • “Needs better optimization and the option to see where stress is.”
    • “The game has a couple of bugs and performance issues, plus it's rather difficult to play with many of the sliders without destroying the ship instantly or doing seemingly nothing.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting its engaging gameplay that evokes strong feelings, even to the point of feeling overwhelmed. However, there is a sense of heartbreak regarding the game's future due to slowed progress and persistent bugs, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I love this game, and it's heartbreaking to hear that progress has severely slowed.”
    • “The gameplay was so good it almost made me feel like I was drowning.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is immersive and impactful, as players experience dramatic moments, such as a submarine disintegrating upon entering the ocean, highlighting the game's attention to detail and realism.

    • “I dropped a submarine from the atmosphere into the ocean and I just witnessed it disintegrate as it touched the surface of the water.”
    • “I dropped a submarine from the atmosphere into the ocean and I just witnessed it disintegrate upon touching the surface of the water.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its monetization model, as it is completely free to play with no in-app purchases, allowing players to enjoy the experience without financial barriers. Additionally, ongoing improvements enhance its value over time.

    • “I know developing takes so much time, and this game is pure fun. There are no in-app purchases, the game is free, and it is constantly being improved.”

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10h Median play time
38h Average play time
3-23h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 10 analyzed playthroughs

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