The Slaverian Trucker
- December 1, 2021
- Budai
- 31h median play time
Get on Steam"The Slaverian Trucker" is a simulation game where players take on the role of a truck driver in a dystopian world. They must deliver slaves and other goods across dangerous terrain while managing their rig and avoiding obstacles. With various missions and upgrades, players must balance the ethical dilemmas of their job with the need to survive in a challenging and morally ambiguous world.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging trucking experience with a lot of customization options for vehicles.
- It has a charming atmosphere and a unique blend of gameplay elements from other popular titles like My Summer Car and The Long Drive.
- The developer is responsive and actively updates the game, adding new content and fixing bugs regularly.
- The game suffers from performance issues, including low frame rates and bugs that can disrupt gameplay.
- There is a lack of clear instructions and tutorials, making it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics.
- Some players find the game repetitive and feel that it lacks sufficient content to keep them engaged long-term.
- gameplay34 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a rich simulation of truck mechanics and a variety of engaging tasks, such as cargo delivery, exploration, and skill development, reminiscent of titles like "My Summer Car" and "Euro Truck Simulator." While some players find the controls a bit clunky and the world somewhat sparse, the overall experience is described as addictive and rewarding, with a satisfying gameplay loop and numerous activities to explore. Despite its early development stage, the game offers a unique blend of mechanics and sandbox elements that appeal to fans of driving simulations.
“The details of the car parts and mechanics are at a good simulation level that makes it interesting but not overwhelming.”
“Skills and personal growth: being a trucker hones a wide array of skills, from navigation and time management to problem-solving and mechanical knowledge.”
“The world is incredibly fun to explore, the car mechanics are unique and a blast to mess around with, and there's an endless amount of activities to participate in.”
“Gameplay is somewhat clunky; steering wheel support is weird as hell, and even changing the bindings can be frustrating.”
“The core gameplay is already here, but so far it's very basic and the world is pretty empty.”
“It is not as interactive, with a lot of dead space that fills the landscape, but doesn't really contribute much to gameplay.”
- story20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and largely revolves around basic quests and missions, with players often discovering them by chance through NPC interactions. While there are scattered story elements and a simple premise of taking over responsibilities, the narrative lacks depth and direction, leaving players to focus more on exploration and gameplay mechanics rather than a cohesive storyline. Overall, the game offers a variety of activities but does not provide a compelling or engaging narrative experience.
“Slaverian Trucker has hauling missions, scattered story missions from villagers, part scavenging, and exploring a huge map.”
“There are a number of NPCs with actual scripted missions or deliveries for you, which both earn a tidy payout and encourage you to explore part of the map or encounter game mechanics you likely haven't yet.”
“You can trade legal and illegal goods, scavenge, run missions, hunt, cook, and explore.”
“Not much of a storyline to follow, or at least nothing to tell you there is.”
“The story of the game is a basic 'I'm retiring, you are in charge of things now' with basic directions to get you started.”
“There's no story yet.”
- graphics19 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 26 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are subpar, reminiscent of older titles, and plagued by glitches. While some appreciate the aesthetic and world-building, others criticize the performance issues and low frame rates, suggesting that the graphics detract from the overall experience. Overall, the consensus is that while the graphics are not impressive, the gameplay mechanics may still offer enjoyment for those willing to overlook this aspect.
“I really like the graphic style; it reminds me of older games.”
“The graphics are nice, and the world building looks good too.”
“Fortunately, it does not have the latest graphics, and at the time of the review, you will not get the 'eye candy' most games have, but if you focus on the activities in the world and what it has to offer, it can give a satisfaction.”
“I have no idea what to do in the game, the graphics are terrible on ultra or any other setting, almost like the settings are just there for fun and don't do anything.”
“Okay, the first thing you noticed were the bad graphics of the game and yes, it does look bad.”
“The NPC graphics are hilariously bad.”
- optimization12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing severe performance issues, including low frame rates and crashes, even on high-end systems like the RTX 4090. Conversely, others report a smooth experience without crashes or frame drops, indicating that optimization may vary significantly across different setups. Overall, while some improvements have been noted, many players still find the game poorly optimized and in need of further enhancements.
“The game has certainly improved in terms of optimization and I can finally enjoy it.”
“To cut right to the chase about the optimization, during my short playtime, at the time of writing this review, I have yet to encounter a crash or even frame drops, despite the 10+ years of age of my system.”
“This game was a surprise since most of the early access titles suffer from optimization issues, but not this one.”
“Nothing works, horrible performance on a 4090, horrible menu, crashes every time, horrible controls, etc.”
“After playing 15 minutes, I decided to refund for several reasons, but especially one: the performance is terrible (it's impossible to achieve more than 40 fps) and I can't understand why you need to wait around 3 minutes to start a fresh game.”
“I love the concept and the atmosphere, but I'd like fewer features and better performance.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its realism and immersive qualities, featuring a massive and varied map, engaging audio design, and a balanced system of survival mechanics that enhance player interaction. Players appreciate the unique settings, such as lively taverns, and the overall ambiance created by the day/night cycle and vehicle handling, contributing to a captivating experience. However, some users express a desire for improved performance and fewer features to enhance the atmospheric experience further.
“The atmosphere of this game is unique.”
“Superb atmosphere and realism.”
“Nice audio design coupled with day/night cycle open landscapes and fun driving leads to a really atmospheric experience.”
“For one, the atmosphere of the game is impeccable.”
“I love the concept (guess we're here because we're addicted to MSC, The Long Drive, and Mon Bazou) and the atmosphere, but I'd like less features and better performance.”
- stability7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, freezes, and graphical glitches that can disrupt gameplay and even require a computer restart. While some players find the experience enjoyable despite these issues, many express frustration over the frequent troubleshooting needed to play. Overall, the game is described as unstable but potentially rewarding for those willing to overlook its technical shortcomings.
“3 hours of playtime, and it's all troubleshooting...”
“The game freezes and stutters a lot, causing you to crash, losing cargo or putting you in impossible situations to get out of. Waste of money.”
“It is good when it works, but if it freezes you have to force restart your computer, because not even alt + F4 will work.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of potty humor, including a "piss meter," and intentionally poor NPC graphics that add to its comedic charm. While some reviews suggest a lack of juvenile humor, others argue it maintains a similar level of humor as its predecessor, with improved physics and less overall jank.
“It has about the same level and caliber of humor, too.”
“Don't listen to the other review saying it doesn't have potty humor; it does, you have a piss meter.”
“The NPC graphics are hilariously bad.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its catchy variety, enhancing the driving experience, while the inclusion of custom music options and the ability to watch personal videos adds a unique touch. However, some players express a desire for more hardbass tracks to further enrich the soundtrack. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.
“The radio stations all play a variety of catchy music well-suited to driving.”
“Also, the option of watching your own videos on a TV and a radio station with uploaded music is fantastic.”
“All this game needs is custom music and more hardbass.”
“I am fighting a constant urge to smoke cigarettes, down too much vodka, and drive a truck down the road screaming 'greetings komrad!' while singing to music I do not understand.”
“The radio stations all play a variety of catchy music well-suited to driving, but the TV shows are weird.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be heavily focused on grinding, particularly at the beginning, which can be confusing and tedious due to the vast map and repetitive tasks. However, many feel that the freedom offered in gameplay ultimately makes the grind worthwhile.
“From what I can tell so far, it's a grinding game.”
“It's very grindy and confusing at the very start, but the freedom you get is definitely worth it.”
“The map is too huge to want to do the same old super long tedious drive for small cash deliveries.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is criticized as being exploitative, with users feeling that it prioritizes profit over quality, resulting in infrequent updates and a lack of necessary improvements. Players perceive it as a cash grab, highlighting frustrations with gameplay mechanics that detract from the overall experience.
“The game feels like a cash grab, with minimal updates and a lot of issues that need fixing.”
“Monetization is clearly prioritized over gameplay quality, making it frustrating to enjoy.”
“It seems like the developers are more focused on making money than improving the game experience.”
