Subway Simulator

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Subway Simulator is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Simulators Live and was released on January 30, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

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.

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Single-Player

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46%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game is easy to play and can be fun for casual players who enjoy subway systems.
It has a lot of potential with various trains and lines to unlock, and the controls are easy to grasp.
Some players find it relaxing and enjoyable, especially for those who can't ride a subway in real life.

The game is plagued with bugs, including issues with passenger behavior and game crashes.
Graphics and performance are subpar, with many players describing it as unfinished and lacking detail.
The gameplay can become repetitive and tedious, with a lack of tutorial or guidance on controls and objectives.

graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the decent visuals and smooth performance, while others criticize them as outdated and lacking detail, reminiscent of games from the late 1990s. Many users report issues such as low textures, glitches, and a lack of aesthetic appeal, leading to a sense of boredom after a short playtime. Overall, while there are some improvements noted in updates, the graphics are generally seen as a weak point of the game.
- “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 no detail, repetitive stations, and broken announcements. I literally can't tell what the announcement is even saying.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 frustratingly unplayable due to persistent issues, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay. Overall, the consensus is that the game is too unstable and buggy to recommend.
- “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, with repetitive content, 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 Positive Neutral Negative
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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.
- “At the end of the mission, once you leave the cabin, the driver drops down beyond the map and there is no way to get the points and finish the mission.”
- “More than anything, not being able to exit onto a walkway at the end of the mission (dropping down beyond the map) does not allow me to progress in the game as I cannot earn points and unlock new trains.”
- “Easy to play, but it is also a boring game with the same mission and the same subway route. You can encounter bugs where customers stay outside the subway, and when you drive, you can see them still outside and following your movement.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players criticize the gameplay for requiring lengthy sessions of 15 to 45 minutes before allowing saves, which detracts from the overall experience and makes the simulation feel less enjoyable.
- “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 unresponsive and make it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
- “The pacing is incredibly slow, making it hard to stay engaged with the gameplay.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express frustration with the monetization model, particularly regarding the inability to receive refunds after a limited playtime, which can lead to dissatisfaction with their purchase.
- “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
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humorous elements, including quirky achievements like crashing into walls, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining touch to the gameplay experience.
- “If you're looking for a game with some really funny moments, where crashing into a wall at the end of the route earns you an achievement, then this is the game for you!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining and enjoyable.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 for the game. Figuring this out was quite tedious.”