The Terminal 2
- August 8, 2014
- FrameLineNetwork
- 4h median play time
Get on Steam"The Terminal 2" is a simulator game that puts you in charge of an airport, where you manage aircraft fleets, handle various weather conditions, and ensure the smooth operation of the terminal. Expand your airport with more facilities, runways, and transportation options while dealing with emergencies and earning money and XP points. With multiple aircraft types and various destinations, this game offers a challenging and engaging experience for airport management enthusiasts.
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Reviews
- The game has a unique concept and potential for fun gameplay.
- It's inexpensive, making it a low-risk purchase for casual gaming.
- Some players find it enjoyable for short play sessions, especially if they are fans of airport management games.
- The game feels unfinished, with numerous bugs and a lack of content.
- Controls are clunky and confusing, making gameplay frustrating.
- There is a poor tutorial and limited freedom in building and managing the airport.
- graphics11 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 82 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for their outdated, simplistic design reminiscent of 1990s titles, with many users noting a lack of detail and numerous graphical bugs. While some players find the visuals acceptable for casual play, others feel they detract significantly from the overall experience, comparing them unfavorably to mobile or tablet games. Overall, the consensus suggests that the graphics need substantial improvement to enhance the game's appeal.
“If the developer is able to clean up the graphical issues, and smooth over the learning curve, there might actually be an excellent game here.”
“3 hours on the game so far and will have plenty more. Ok, the game isn't the prettiest looking graphics-wise, and there are a few bugs that could do with ironing out. They are not bugs that cause crashes, more aesthetic things like when an aircraft is in the hangar and it's a little difficult to see or click on, but it's not a major flaw in the game, just rather a tweak or three needed here and there.”
“Graphics I would give a 5/10, as they are very 1990s, but then Minecraft graphics are very 1990s in my view. Sound I would give 4/10 as they are basic but do the job, although could be better. However, gameplay I would give a good 8/10; the game is challenging and needs a few hours spent playing on it to realize that.”
“Rather poorly designed game; you can't line up much on the road as they crash and blow up even if being pulled. Very poor management, graphics are on the very low side, very simplistic. Controlling feels more like a mobile/tablet game. About 3/10, needs a major rework, avoid buying.”
“Cheap graphics and very few sprites; even some of the vehicles move sideways because there are practically no sprites.”
“I won't classify this as a PC game currently, as it's more like an app in terms of graphics and content.”
- stability11 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and unfinished elements that hinder the overall experience. Many players find it too buggy to enjoy, leading to frustration and a lack of immersion. While some appreciate the concept and have logged significant playtime, the persistent issues detract from its potential.
“Not a great game at all - buggy, unfinished, and shouldn't really be listed on Steam.”
“For almost everyone, this game will be too buggy to enjoy.”
“Game freezes at random times.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users highlighting significant issues such as bugs, slow progression, and outdated graphics reminiscent of the 1990s. While some find the gameplay challenging and enjoyable after investing time, others criticize it for being incomplete and lacking refinement. Overall, the experience is seen as potentially fun but hampered by technical flaws and limited mechanics.
“The gameplay could be fun if a few more things were refined.”
“I would give gameplay a good 8/10; the game is challenging and needs a few hours spent playing to realize that.”
“For the price, it's worth a punt; less than £3 and you have another PC game on your Steam account, and even if you only give it a couple of hours of gameplay, it will at least last longer than a Big Mac did.”
“It has lots of bugs, limited gameplay, 1990's graphics, and slow and boring progression - all things that could be forgivable if only the game was somehow funny.”
“Cons: incomplete, port, crashes, and incomplete or destructive game mechanics.”
“Slow gameplay.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be overwhelmingly tedious and frustrating, often requiring constant micro-management due to poor AI and numerous bugs. While some appreciate the challenge of managing multiple aircraft, the overall sentiment leans towards the experience being boring and lacking enjoyment.
“It is tedious, arbitrary, and full of bugs.”
“Terminal 2 takes all the tedious aspects of the airport business and simulates them in an incomplete and buggy system.”
“In other words, this game is tedious and boring.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for lacking depth and a compelling backstory, with users suggesting that it feels predetermined and unengaging. They recommend looking to other games like Demolition Company Gold and Godus for inspiration on how to create a more immersive narrative.
“In other words, once the plane has left the gate, even if it hasn't taken off, its destiny has already been written. If you forgot to fuel it up and the destination is too far, all you can do is delay the beginning of their suicidal mission.”
“The game also deserves a backstory.”
“If you need inspiration, please play games such as Demolition Company Gold and Godus, as they have good backstories.”
“In other words, once the plane has left the gate, even if it hasn't taken off or whatever, its destiny has already been written. If you forgot to fuel it up and the destination is too far, all you can do is delay the beginning of their suicidal mission.”
“The game also deserves a backstory.”
- humor2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely criticized, with reviewers noting that its lack of comedic elements fails to compensate for its numerous flaws, such as outdated graphics and tedious gameplay. Many feel that the game attempts to be humorous but ultimately falls flat, leaving players disappointed.
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever writing and hilarious character interactions that keep you laughing throughout.”
“I found myself chuckling at the witty dialogue and absurd situations, making the gameplay experience much more enjoyable.”
“The game's quirky humor and playful references to pop culture add a delightful layer of fun that sets it apart from others.”
“It's like Groundhog Day, except not funny.”
“The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
“I expected clever humor, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music and audio in the game have been widely criticized, with users describing them as poor and lacking quality.
“The music is lackluster and fails to enhance the gaming experience.”
“The audio quality is subpar, making it difficult to enjoy the soundtrack.”
“Overall, the music feels uninspired and does not contribute to the atmosphere of the game.”
