The Slaverian Trucker

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The Slaverian Trucker is a single player open world shooter game. It was developed by SawyerK Games and was released on December 1, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

"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.

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Audience ScoreBased on 468 reviews

gameplay20 positive mentions

graphics8 negative mentions

The game features an extensive customization system for vehicles, allowing players to swap parts and adjust settings, which enhances the gameplay experience.
It offers a vast open world with various activities such as delivering goods, exploring, hunting, and engaging in side missions, providing a rich and immersive experience.
The developer is actively updating the game, addressing bugs, and adding new content, which shows a commitment to improving the player experience.

The game suffers from significant performance issues, including freezing, lag, and poor graphics, making it difficult to play smoothly.
Many players find the controls unintuitive and frustrating, with issues related to input binding and vehicle handling that detract from the overall experience.
There is a lack of clear instructions and tutorials, leaving players confused about how to progress and interact with the game world.

gameplay
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is engaging and offers a satisfying loop of tasks, such as vehicle maintenance, cargo delivery, and exploration, reminiscent of titles like "My Summer Car" and "Euro Truck Simulator." While the mechanics are detailed yet accessible, some players find the game a bit clunky and lacking in depth, with an empty world that could benefit from more interactivity. Overall, it provides a rich sandbox experience with a variety of activities, making it a worthwhile endeavor for 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.”
- “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.”
- “It's got such a nice little design, and a satisfying gameplay loop, wrapped up in a fun and interesting setting.”
- “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.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated, reminiscent of 90s-era visuals, and plagued by glitches. While some appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic and world-building, the overall consensus is that the graphics are subpar, failing to meet modern standards and detracting from the gameplay experience. A few users express hope for future improvements, but many recommend caution before purchasing due to the poor graphical performance.
- “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 satisfaction.”
- “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.”
- “A lot of graphical glitches.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimal, primarily revolving around a basic premise of taking over responsibilities from a retiring character, with little narrative depth. Players engage in various missions, including deliveries and side quests, which encourage exploration and interaction with the game world, but there is no overarching storyline to follow. While there are scripted missions from NPCs, the focus remains on gameplay mechanics rather than a rich narrative experience.
- “Slaverian trucker has hauling missions, scattered story missions from villagers, part scavenging & 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.”
- “There's no story yet.”
- “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.”
optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting smooth performance and no crashes, even on older systems, while others experience significant issues, including crashes and poor performance on high-end hardware like the RTX 4090. Although there have been improvements noted, particularly in recent updates, many users still find the game poorly optimized, especially on platforms like the Steam Deck. Overall, while some players can enjoy the game without issues, others are frustrated by its inconsistent performance.
- “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.”
- “Steam Deck not playable (due to controls), unless you want to use a WASD layout, which doesn't allow you to smoothly control acceleration and steering. The game does start, and I can't comment on performance as I was never able to drive off from the starting location.”
- “Starting off with something that was my first concern was the fear that the game would be poorly optimized and what could possibly happen if I tried this game out.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes that often require a complete system restart. While some players find enjoyment in the game despite these issues, the overall experience is marred by significant technical problems that can lead to frustrating gameplay.
- “It is just full of glitches and bugs.”
- “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.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its realism and immersive elements, including a massive and varied map, solid vehicle handling, and a well-balanced system for managing thirst, hunger, and fatigue. Players appreciate the engaging audio design, the vibrant ambiance of locations like taverns, and the overall unique setting that enhances the driving experience. The combination of these factors creates a captivating and atmospheric environment that keeps players engaged.
- “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.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 affirm its presence, indicating a balance of humor styles that may appeal to different audiences. Overall, the game maintains a lighthearted tone with a blend of absurdity and playful mechanics.
- “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.”
- “It has about the same level and caliber of humor, too.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its catchy variety, enhancing the driving experience, while the inclusion of customizable options for personal music and videos adds to the enjoyment. However, players express a desire for more hardbass and custom music features to further enrich the soundtrack. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere, making it both entertaining and immersive.
- “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 a great feature.”
- “The TV shows are weird, but they add to the overall unique atmosphere of the game.”
- “The radio stations all play a variety of catchy music well-suited to driving, but the overall selection feels limited and repetitive.”
- “I wish there was an option for custom music; the existing tracks just don't resonate with me.”
- “While the game has some interesting audio elements, the music often feels out of place and doesn't enhance the experience.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be heavily grind-focused, 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 later in the game makes the grind worthwhile.
- “It's very grindy and confusing at the very start, but the freedom you get is definitely worth it.”
- “Map is too huge to want to do the same old super long tedious drive for small cash deliveries.”
- “From what I can tell so far, it's a grinding game.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the game's monetization, perceiving it as a cash grab due to infrequent updates and significant gameplay issues. The lack of proper support and improvements has led to dissatisfaction, suggesting that the developers prioritize profit over player experience.
- “The game feels like a cash grab, with minimal updates and a lot of issues that need fixing.”
- “It seems like the developers are more focused on monetization than improving gameplay, which is disappointing.”