The Last Taxi

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The Last Taxi is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by ZenFri Inc. and was released on June 7, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Conversations at the end of the world. You are the last human taxi driver in a desperate future where the last remains of civilization are propped up by surveillance, automation and human modification. The hours are long, and the pay is terrible - but hey, at least you have a job!

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Single-Player

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

story6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The writing is decent and interesting, with a good mix of characters and a variety of choices that impact the story.
The game offers a unique narrative experience, focusing on conversations with passengers rather than traditional driving mechanics, which some players found engaging.
There are multiple endings and easter eggs, providing replayability and depth to the gameplay.

The game suffers from performance issues, including long load times, graphical glitches, and bugs that can disrupt gameplay.
Many players were disappointed that they cannot actually drive the taxi, which was a significant expectation based on the game's premise.
The game appears to be abandoned, with unresolved bugs and a lack of meaningful updates, leading to frustration among players.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
65%
12%
The game's story is heavily narrative-driven, with player choices significantly shaping the experience and revealing unique tales from each passenger. While some players express disappointment with the endings, many appreciate the engaging world-building and the relaxing nature of the gameplay, likening it to titles like "Papers, Please." Overall, the story is a central aspect that enhances the enjoyment of the game, despite some mixed feelings about its execution.
- “Your choices shape the story, and every passenger has their own unique tale.”
- “You have to really listen if you want to build on the story and unravel different endings.”
- “I have not finished the game yet, but the story and world-building so far have been very enjoyable, and your actions do affect the world; even the side characters have some effect.”
- “There's still achievements to get and maybe replaying the story to try to get different endings, but if they're as pathetic as the ones I got, I don't know if I want to bother.”
- “I'd rather be able to play through a well-written story than a story that wasn't really there in a game that is more action-based.”
- “It's been an okay experience so far, but the important thing is the story.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The gameplay of "The Last Taxi" primarily revolves around engaging in dialogue with passengers, making it a narrative-driven experience. While some players appreciate the focus on storytelling, others feel that it lacks substantial gameplay mechanics, leading to unsatisfying endings and a sense of removed interactivity. Overall, it caters well to fans of narrative gameplay but may disappoint those seeking more traditional gaming elements.
- “The last taxi is great for those who love narrative gameplay.”
- “Instead it removed gameplay and left me with endings I didn't want.”
- “I went into this expecting a VR version of Cloudpunk from the screens and videos, but a better description would be a taxi version of Cyber Cafe, where the bread and butter of the game's gameplay comes from passenger conversations with a few mechanics in place to try and distract you (e.g., gunk on the windows or a slow car ahead) requiring a quick flick of the wipers switch or press of the horn.”
- “The core gameplay is dialogue with your various passengers.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
30%
The graphics in the game are criticized for being reminiscent of 2016 VR titles, with a charming art style but plagued by numerous glitches, including character model distortions and pop-in issues. Performance problems, such as long load times and sound cutouts, further detract from the experience, while the lack of customization options for controls adds to the frustration. Overall, the graphical quality and technical execution leave much to be desired, impacting gameplay significantly.
- “The first ending I chose had a character model stretched out in a graphics bug.”
- “Only thing is to work on the graphical issues because my game is glitching and it makes my cost of driving the taxi go up because I can't control the taxi if the game is slightly glitchy.”
- “Game runs poorly, sound cuts out randomly, no options other than audio, doesn't let you adjust the height of the desk enough so unless you have a really high chair it doesn't work, desk height is adjusted to default when you go into the taxi, graphics are at 2016 VR games level, voice acting is bad, lip syncing is bad, characters are bland, you don't even drive the taxi, constant crashing, really long load times, delayed a lot of times, and last but not least when using the Valve Index controllers the virtual hands are about a foot off from my real hands.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game suffers from notable optimization issues, including poor performance, low resolution, and graphical glitches like pop-in. Users have also reported awkward hand positioning with certain controls and a dashboard that resets its position after each shift. However, there is optimism that these problems will be addressed with upcoming patches.
- “There are definitely some performance issues, and this isn't a perfect game (I'm not sure that even exists), but with the first patch out, I'm confident that they're working on getting those issues fixed.”
- “I've had a handful of graphical glitches (mainly pop-in), performance isn't great at times, your hands are oddly angled when you're using index knuckles. The dashboard in the cab can be adjusted for comfort, which is great, but it resets its position every time I start a new shift.”
- “The performance and the resolution aren't great.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as "sober" and reminiscent of Philip K. Dick, with players enjoying the comedic elements found in reporting passengers for extra money and discovering amusing easter eggs. Overall, the humor adds a unique and engaging layer to the gameplay experience.
- “I enjoyed reporting passengers for extra money and finding the Easter eggs (there are some pretty funny ones).”
- “And it does it all with a sort of 'sober' humor that reminds me a bit of Philip K.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The music in the game serves as a minor feature that enhances the passenger experience, adding a layer of engagement as players progress and unlock more taxi functionalities. However, it is not a central element of the gameplay.
- “The music feels like an afterthought, lacking the depth and engagement needed to enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “While you can turn on some music to make the passenger happy, it doesn't significantly impact the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and uninspired, failing to create an immersive atmosphere for players.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report several stability issues, including frequent graphical glitches, particularly pop-in effects, and inconsistent performance. Additionally, there are concerns about the awkward hand positioning when using index knuckles, and the dashboard's comfort settings reset with each new shift, impacting overall user experience.
- “I've experienced several graphical glitches, mainly pop-in issues. The performance isn't great at times, and my hands are oddly angled when using index knuckles. While the dashboard in the cab can be adjusted for comfort, it resets its position every time I start a new shift.”
- “I've encountered multiple graphical glitches, particularly with pop-in. The performance can be inconsistent, and the hand positioning with index knuckles feels awkward. Additionally, the dashboard in the cab is adjustable for comfort, but it resets every time I begin a new shift.”