Upload Simulator 2

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Upload Simulator 2 is a single player casual simulation game. It received positive reviews from players.

Upload files, upgrade your setup, research techs, and reboot

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 707 reviews

gameplay15 positive mentions

monetization67 negative mentions

No forced ads or intrusive monetization; ads are optional and non-annoying.
Engaging and addictive gameplay with satisfying and steady progression.
Complex and deep mechanics that provide strategic choices and fun multitiered upgrade systems.

Poor tutorialization and lack of clear explanations make learning the game challenging.
Endgame content feels lacking or repetitive, leading to boredom or slow progression after completion.
User interface issues including cluttered menus, confusing layouts, and some bugs affecting gameplay.

monetization
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
5%
81%
The game is praised for its non-intrusive, entirely optional ads and fair monetization, with no pay-to-win elements or forced advertisements interrupting gameplay. Some users note minor issues with ad rewards not matching their claims, but overall the monetization approach is lauded as respectful and well-implemented, focusing on quality-of-life purchases rather than gating progress.
- “Big points for its extremely non-predatory and limited monetization.”
- “No ads, only for gems which are actually not even needed to progress.”
- “I did the in-app purchase once and it's a great quality of life improvement.”
- “There are some frustrating things like the monetization format, upgrade resetting being tied to the premium currency and no apparent way to reset hack points.”
- “The watch ads does not pay what it claims you should receive and I have lost gems entirely when I shouldn't have.”
- “Why have ads that say receive 120k diamonds but only give you 50k, also I doubt I'll get the 500k it says you'll get for writing a review.”
gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
52%
10%
Gameplay features many new and well-executed mechanics that offer a satisfying incremental management experience, with no forced ads and optional microtransactions. However, players frequently cite poor tutorialization and lack of clear explanations, making some mechanics difficult to understand initially. Progress pacing can feel uneven, with early bursts of speed followed by repetitive grinding, and certain mechanics or UI elements may feel cumbersome or frustrating.
- “Other than that, I like the new mechanics that have been introduced, especially the new system for getting research points.”
- “Some mechanics are considerably more player friendly and enjoyable compared to the first game, with very noticeable gain increases when you get into late game, and the community is easy to talk to in the Discord.”
- “The several tiers of rebooting is a really fun and interesting mechanic; and the several layers combining to create exponentially faster growth is genuinely fun and refreshing.”
- “Early game progress through new content is very quick, followed by several days of grinding through identical content at slightly increasing rates, followed by a waterfall of progress faster than you can even get all your mechanics configured, followed by that waterfall just becoming a long slog to no particular end (still fast, weirdly).”
- “I was very excited to see a sequel to the original upload simulator, but the clunky UI and absolute lack of explanation for many mechanics makes it a trial and error slog.”
- “Game has very poor tutorialization - several mechanics are completely unexplained, and those that are often can't have their tutorials revisited.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
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The game's music is widely praised for its soothing, atmospheric quality, drawing comparisons to iconic soundtracks like Mass Effect 2. Players appreciate the blend of new and familiar tracks, describing the soundtrack as enjoyable and relaxing, with some wishing for greater variety. Overall, the music significantly enhances the gameplay experience and is regarded as a standout aspect.
- “The background music is so good, featuring some new tracks as well as ones from the previous game.”
- “The wondrous soundtrack reminds me of Mass Effect 2's galaxy map.”
- “The music is really good and contributes to a nice atmosphere.”
- “There is some new music and some from the previous game, but the background music is so good.”
- “Ohhh, and the wondrous soundtrack reminds me of Mass Effect 2's galaxy map.”
- “Music is chill, payment system isn't demanding.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
Grinding in the game starts off manageable with quick early progress but becomes repetitive and tedious during mid to late stages, especially after reaching new game+ and advanced levels. While the pace occasionally accelerates, the overall experience shifts to a slower, grind-heavy slog that can reduce engagement, though many still find the incremental gameplay enjoyable.
- “Early game progress through new content is very quick, followed by several days of grinding through identical content at slightly increasing rates, followed by a waterfall of progress faster than you can even get all your mechanics configured, followed by that waterfall just becoming a long slog to no particular end (still fast, weirdly).”
- “It's fun, but gets incredibly grindy as you hit science c.”
- “Just keep grinding until you hit the next threshold.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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20%
The graphics are simple and clean, which suits the idle game style by making gameplay easy to follow and visually appealing. Users appreciate the minimalist aesthetic and well-paced visual progression, though minor issues like a non-functional custom background were noted. Overall, the visuals are praised for enhancing the experience without unnecessary complexity.
- “Graphics are simple, which is a big plus for me; not only do I enjoy the simple computer aesthetic, but it also makes it easier to see what's going on.”
- “Very nice visuals, progressive and well-paced new mechanics as you go, no money/ads required but you can do either for bonuses.”
- “My only real complaint is the custom background not working; I checked permissions and everything, but eh, great time killer and great visuals and sound.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game is well-optimized, offering smooth performance and responsive UI across devices. Users appreciate the excellent overall performance without intrusive ads or paywalls, though some suggest adding more tutorial content on optimization tips.
- “The UI is super responsive, and the visual feedback is satisfying. Performance overall is excellent.”
- “A great simulation game I enjoy, and it runs smoothly on my device.”
- “A bit more tutorial material and tips on optimization would be helpful.”
- “A small helpful criticism: a bit more tutorial material, and maybe tips on optimization and such.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor is appreciated for its unexpected and amusing combinations, especially when names are used in AI image generation, as well as the amusing file names created during uploads.
- “It's hilarious some of the combinations it comes up with when you plug the names into AI image generation.”
- “Funny file names for the uploads”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is generally enjoyable, featuring good music and a pleasing vibe, though it could benefit from more variety and additional activities to enhance engagement.
- “The atmosphere is nice, with good music that creates a fun environment.”
- “Atmospheric coolness!”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers strong replayability, making it an excellent choice for casual play and time-wasting.
- “Great game for time wasting and replayability.”

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Upload Simulator 2 is a casual simulation game.

Upload Simulator 2 is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

On average players spend around 26 hours playing Upload Simulator 2.

Upload Simulator 2 was developed by EnigmaDev Studios.

Upload Simulator 2 has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its monetization.

Upload Simulator 2 is a single player game.

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