Tram Simulator Urban Transit
- December 5, 2023
- stillalive studios
- 5h median play time
Get on SteamIn Tram Simulator Urban Transit, become a tram driver and manager in the North American-inspired city of Angel Shores, originally from Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop. Operate 6 tram models, each with a distinct driving feel, and transport passengers to various stops while managing routes and timetables. Overcome challenges such as traffic rules, weather scenarios, and obstacles to expand your tram network and earn in-game profit.
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and relaxing experience, especially for casual play and younger audiences.
- Graphics and sounds are generally well-received, with some players appreciating the realistic tram sounds.
- The driving mechanics have seen improvements compared to previous titles, making it more enjoyable for those familiar with the Bus Simulator series.
- The game is criticized for being a cash grab, with many features and content recycled from Bus Simulator 21, including the same map and limited tram options.
- Players report numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with AI behavior and unrealistic driving physics, which detract from the overall experience.
- The game fails to deliver on its promise of six unique trams, offering only three models with minor variations, leading to disappointment among players.
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's story mode offers enjoyable gameplay but lacks depth, with players expressing frustration over the inability to modify routes and compete with other trams. While the aesthetic elements, like the heritage tram, are appreciated, the overall narrative and strategic elements require adjustments to enhance player experience and progression.
“The gameplay in story mode is fun and not difficult to find your way through.”
“It would be great to compete with other trams and buses in story mode.”
“The heritage style tram looks really good, and it would have been nice to have for the BS21 heritage tram missions.”
“Strategy within the story needs adjustment.”
“Moral of the story?”
“My route got messed up, and the story mode makes sure I can't modify it, therefore I can't progress any further.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is likened to that of previous bus simulator titles, featuring the same map and mechanics, which may appeal to fans of the genre but might not justify the full price. While some players note improvements over earlier iterations, such as the bs21 tram DLC, the overall experience remains limited in scope and variety.
“This review has been rewritten in its entirety after 5 hours of gameplay.”
“Literally like bus sim, same map and same mechanics.”
“If you like the gameplay of the bus simulator games by Still Alive, you'll probably like this, but I don't think it's worth full price - maybe wait for a sale.”
“After about five hours of gameplay, I can easily say this is a marked improvement over the BS21 tram DLC - though the bar was set a bit low with that, let's be honest, with a small area of map and only one effective tram that has door sounds from BS18.”
- stability5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The game's stability is marred by numerous glitches and bugs, including issues with AI behavior and performance, which detract from the overall experience. While some players initially found it relatively bug-free, many others reported persistent problems reminiscent of its predecessor, Bus Sim 21. Overall, the game requires significant improvements in stability to enhance enjoyment.
“Just 30 minutes in, I posted an over-excited review that said: '...I may update this, but so far it has been bug-free for the most part.'”
“It was so buggy.”
“The game is really enjoyable by itself, but it has a lot of glitches that the programmers should fix, like the crazy AI, and it should have more trams apart from the supposedly 6 that there are.”
“As it is a copy-paste of Bus Sim 21, any issue from that game (for example, the poor performance, glitches in the customization menu, and banal, repetitive conversations between passengers) apply to this one.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is widely criticized, receiving low scores of 3/10 for both performance and map design. Users report significant performance issues, including glitches and repetitive elements, which are carried over from Bus Simulator 21, indicating a lack of improvement in optimization.
“Performance - 3/10 - the performance is terrible.”
“Map - 3/10 - the map is not optimized and is the same as the map in Bus Simulator 21, but they removed the European city, which, in my opinion, is a shame.”
“As it is a copy-paste of Bus Simulator 21, any issue from that game (for example, the poor performance, glitches in the customization menu, and banal, repetitive conversations between passengers) apply to this one.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally well-received, featuring realistic visuals and physics that enhance the experience, particularly in its city design. However, some users have noted the presence of occasional glitches that detract from the overall visual quality.
“An excellent game, with awesome graphics, realistic physics, and a realistic city. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes trams.”
“The game offers some nice graphics; although there are some glitches here and there, it is pleasant all the same.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users expressing disappointment over its low quality and misleading advertising regarding the number of tram designs. Many feel that the game is not worth any price, highlighting that they are only satisfied because they acquired it for free through a bundle.
“This is literally nothing but a cheap, barely functional cash grab.”
“I am extremely happy that I got this game for free because I purchased the Bus Sim 21 bundle; this is not worth it. It's a quick cash grab, as people have described it, and the tram designs are terrible and not realistic at all.”
“Advertising 6 'unique' trams is blatantly false, as there are only 3 models, with 3 longer variants.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of Tram Simulator Urban Transit to be repetitive and potentially tedious during extended play sessions, though it can be enjoyable in shorter bursts. Some users suggest that the amount of grinding required feels excessive, likening it to needing a "second life" to fully engage with the game.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Tram Simulator Urban Transit is a fun game to play, yet sometimes it becomes repetitive and can get boring and tedious if played for a long time. It's better suited for short bursts.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability with all six trams being playable, allowing players to experience different gameplay styles and strategies.
“The game offers a variety of paths and choices, making each playthrough feel unique.”
“With multiple endings and character options, I find myself coming back for more.”
“The dynamic events and random encounters keep the gameplay fresh every time I start a new game.”
“The game lacks variety, making it hard to find motivation for a second playthrough.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to replay the game.”
“The limited choices and outcomes mean that replaying feels more like a chore than an adventure.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing enough to overlook any shortcomings.
“It was pretty funny, so I'll let it pass.”
