Subway Simulator

Subway Simulator is a realistic train simulation game that allows players to operate and manage a subway system. Control trains, maintain tracks, and ensure passenger safety in various scenarios and links across a detailed 3D city. The game features realistic train physics, detailed environments, and various customization options to create a truly immersive subway simulation experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

47%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game has some cool ideas, such as a career mode and passenger mode, which show potential.
It is easy to play and can be fun for casual gamers who enjoy train simulations.
The graphics are decent for an early access game, and the controls are easy to learn.

The game is plagued with bugs, including issues with passenger AI and performance problems, even on high-end hardware.
Train physics are unrealistic, with slow acceleration and a lack of weight for the train carriages.
There is a lack of tutorials and clear instructions, making it difficult for players to understand the controls and gameplay mechanics.

graphics
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting that while they are decent and run smoothly, they lack detail and are reminiscent of older titles, leading to a sense of boredom after extended play. Many users criticize the visuals for being glitchy, low-quality, and repetitive, with a lack of engaging aesthetics. However, a recent update has improved the graphics, offering a more visually appealing experience, though issues with clarity and detail remain.
- “After an hour of play, the game has nice graphics for what it is.”
- “A lot of bugs have been ironed out from previous versions and there was an update that added gorgeous graphics!”
- “Graphics are decent and the stop and go challenge is rough at first but better after some practice.”
- “There is nothing aesthetically pleasing to the eye to look at.”
- “Yeah, it runs smooth, but that's because it looks like it was released in 1999. The graphics are horrible and it's just not worth it.”
- “It's a mess graphics-wise. It's just shaders; even in high quality, there are multiple glitches, low textures, and more. It's boring too, with repetitive details, dull stations, and broken announcements. I literally can't tell what the announcement is even saying. If you want a metro game, I recommend just getting Metro Simulator 2020.”
stability
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and low-quality graphics that detract from the overall experience. Many players find it unplayable due to persistent issues, such as broken announcements and inconsistent speed settings, leading to a recommendation to avoid the game altogether.
- “It's too buggy to be enjoyable at all, save your time and money.”
- “Its a mess, graphics-wise, it's just shaders. Even in high quality, there are multiple glitches, low textures, and more. It's boring too, it repeats, with no detail, boring stations, and broken announcements. I literally can't tell what the announcement is even saying. If you want a metro game, I recommend just getting Metro Simulator 2020.”
- “Very buggy, don't bother setting your speed to mph as the limits are always in kph anyway, so you constantly speed.”
story
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being repetitive and lacking engagement, with players noting the same missions and environments. Additionally, technical issues, such as characters remaining outside the subway and glitches preventing mission completion, detract from the overall experience and hinder progression.
- “Easy to play, but it is also a boring game with the same mission and the same subway route. There are bugs that occur during gameplay, such as customers remaining outside the subway while you drive, and they follow your movements.”
- “At the end of the mission, once you leave the cabin, the driver drops down beyond the map, and there is no way to earn points or finish the mission.”
- “Not being able to exit onto a walkway at the end of the mission (dropping down beyond the map) prevents me from progressing in the game, as I cannot earn points and unlock new trains.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, with some expressing frustration over the lack of clear keyboard controls, which adds to the overall sense of monotony. Additionally, the game's poor image quality detracts from the experience.
- “The game itself is tedious and the image quality is poor.”
- “The controls are confusing; there needs to be a simple explanation of the keyboard controls, as figuring this out was quite tedious.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “Performance is terrible.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end hardware.”
- “Frequent frame drops make it unplayable at times.”
gameplay
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players criticize the gameplay for requiring lengthy sessions of 15 to 45 minutes before being able to save, which detracts from the overall experience and enjoyment of the simulation game.
- “The problem with games like this is that you have to play for 15 to 45 minutes before you are allowed to save. The gameplay of this simulation game is not good.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
- “The pacing is incredibly slow, which makes the gameplay feel tedious and unengaging.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the monetization model, particularly regarding the difficulty of obtaining refunds after purchasing the game, even if they feel dissatisfied after limited playtime.
- “I bought this game based on their advertisement, and now I cannot get my money back because they said I have played it for 4 hours.”
- “The monetization system is so aggressive that it feels like the game is designed to squeeze every penny out of players.”
- “I was excited to play, but the constant push for in-game purchases ruined the experience for me.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humorous elements, including amusing scenarios like crashing into walls that reward players with achievements, making it a fun choice for those seeking laughter in their gaming experience.
- “If you're looking for a game where there are some really funny moments, and crashing into a wall at the end of the route gets you an achievement, then this is the game for you!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with witty dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, making every failure feel like a comedic moment rather than a setback.”