Woodcutter Simulator 2013

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Woodcutter Simulator 2013 is a single player and multiplayer open world simulation game. It was developed by United Independent Entertainment and was released on December 19, 2013. It received negative reviews from players.

Woodcutter Simulator 2013 is a game that puts you in charge of an entire lumber mill, where you'll control heavy machinery, cut down trees, produce woodchips, and complete various missions. The game features realistic physics, detailed graphics, and challenging missions, and also includes a chainsaw for working in the woods. The Steam version comes with additional content, such as new trucks, objects, quests, and a new vehicle for chipped wood production.

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Audience ScoreBased on 383 reviews

humor8 positive mentions

graphics7 negative mentions

The game has a humorous aspect that can provide some laughs, especially with its glitches and absurd mechanics.
Some players find the graphics and environments to be decent for a simulator, adding a bit of charm.
The game can be entertaining in a 'so bad it's good' way, making it a potential choice for those looking for a laugh.

The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with players often just pressing a button to cut down trees without any real interaction.
The controls are clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustration and making the game nearly unplayable for many users.
Numerous bugs and glitches, including crashing and invisible walls, severely hinder the overall experience and enjoyment of the game.

graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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26%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players highlighting significant issues such as bugs, glitches, and dated visuals that detract from the overall experience. While some praise the graphics as beautiful or next-gen, others criticize them for being lackluster and poorly optimized, leading to performance problems even on capable hardware. Overall, the inconsistency in graphical quality and performance seems to be a major point of contention among players.
- “The game is amazing with beautiful graphics.”
- “The graphics are out of this world!”
- “The graphics compare to Skyrim and so does its realism; I can tell the makers really spent their time on this.”
- “Bugs and glitches are so obvious that they would need to actually hit you in the face to be more obvious... from horrible graphics to flying players and trees... and you need to press and hold the right mouse button to turn the camera?”
- “The max resolution is well below my standard screen resolution, and with all the graphics cranked to max, well, it's lackluster.”
- “The graphics are worse than vanilla TES III: Morrowind, the controls are nonexistent, and you really can't do anything.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is loosely inspired by the myth of Orpheus in the Underworld, but it is criticized for being overly simplistic and short, primarily revolving around repetitive tree-cutting missions. Players find the narrative lacks depth, with quests often feeling like tedious tasks rather than engaging storytelling, although some unlockable historic missions provide a brief respite from the monotony. The final act reveals a more significant purpose behind the protagonist's actions, but many players feel the journey to that point is unfulfilling.
- “From that moment on, the story really kicks into high gear.”
- “I don't want to spoil it too much, but you'll need the axe from the fifth mission for the good ending as it is the only way to sever mother nature from her roots.”
- “Too short storyline.”
- “I still feel like I have achieved precisely nothing after 2 quests and a whole lot of finger strain.”
- “It isn't until the final act of the story that you find out the reason for your ghostly tree cutting.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed to negative feedback, with many users citing poor mechanics, a frustrating interface, and numerous bugs that hinder the experience. While some players appreciate the potential for fun in its simulation aspects, others find it repetitive, poorly optimized, and lacking engaging content. Overall, the gameplay seems to struggle with balancing simplicity and enjoyment, leading to a generally disappointing experience for many.
- “I would firstly like to mention that games such as this must captivate you with their simplest mechanics - and WCS13 does exactly this.”
- “The gameplay is just something else; I've spent hours on this game and haven't been bored for a single second.”
- “The gameplay is magnificent, truly amazing.”
- “Very poor gameplay, tutorials that don't work, terrible interface, bugs, and a character that runs faster than a car.”
- “The mechanics of the game require you to be in a particular spot to initiate action, and while your slowest walking speed is painfully slow, they seem to want you standing on a dime, because you just can't take a small enough step to be in the right place the first time.”
- “The idea itself has potential if you're a simulator fan, but it's so horribly optimized and the gameplay is awful.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous bugs and glitches reported, including issues with graphics, vehicle behavior, and multiplayer functionality. Players describe the experience as frustratingly unstable, with many recommending only purchasing the game at a significant discount due to its incomplete state. Overall, the game is seen as a buggy simulator that detracts from the enjoyment of gameplay.
- “Bugs and glitches are so obvious that they would need to actually hit you in the face to be more obvious... from horrible graphics to flying players and trees... and you need to press and hold the right mouse button to turn the camera?”
- “There are a few glitches in the game like the multiplayer servers not working and the van I bought didn't spawn in.”
- “It is nowhere near complete and is very buggy.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players find the glitchy physics and absurd scenarios—like flying through the air after using a chainsaw—hilariously entertaining, others feel that the overall comedic value is lacking and even frustrating. The game's initial charm fades quickly, leaving some players feeling that the humor is more akin to a dark joke than genuine fun. Overall, the humor is hit-or-miss, with moments of laughter overshadowed by a sense of absurdity and disappointment.
- “Initially, you run around with a chainsaw and cut down trees for money, and then use that money to buy tree cutters and log haulers. The physics can be glitchy at times, sending your player or car flying through the air, but you don't die from it, so it is not frustrating, but hilarious more than anything.”
- “I spent a good few minutes laughing when I flew directly up into the air after using the chainsaw on a stationary vehicle.”
- “What is freedom without the freedom to fail miserably and hilariously?”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight a strong dissatisfaction with the grinding aspect of the game, describing it as shallow and tedious compared to better simulator titles like Farming Simulator 22. Users express frustration with poor controls and a lack of engaging gameplay, ultimately deeming the experience as unworthy and disappointing.
- “United Independent Entertainment is infamous for creating the most shallow, tedious, and poorly made 'simulator' games.”
- “I try to enjoy simulators, especially ones that interest me, but this... this is garbage. UIG is making the worst simulators on the market and is the reason why most people don't take good simulators like Euro Truck Simulator 2 and Farming Simulator seriously.”
- “This is the worst piece of garbage I've ever touched. I thought this would be decent like Farming Simulator, but the controls are the worst ever. Please give me a refund.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music has received mixed reviews, with some praising its catchy and upbeat soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, while others criticize it for being repetitive and cheesy, particularly during unskippable animations. Overall, the music is described as decent but not exceptional, with some players finding it stereotypical and off-putting.
- “Despite all this, the creators of the game were still able to produce such a charming yet casual soundtrack.”
- “The catchy, upbeat songs will have you almost jumping out of your seat ready to dance!”
- “Finally, a game where I can live out my dream to run aimlessly around a forest chopping down trees pretending that I am the lumberjack from Hoodwinked and sing plenty of songs with the woodland critters!”
- “2/10 for decent music.”
- “That hope started to die away as I heard the hideous title music, stereotypical of most simulators.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game's emotional impact profound, with its enchanting main menu and nostalgic elements evoking strong feelings of joy and sentimentality. Many report shedding tears and sharing the experience with loved ones, highlighting the game's ability to resonate deeply and create memorable moments. However, some players express frustration with gameplay mechanics that detract from the overall emotional experience.
- “The main menu is sublime; the quaint melody and the beautiful scenery made me feel like a child again.”
- “I shed a tear, called my family into the room, and offered them the greatest pleasure of viewing this masterpiece alongside me.”
- “I cried some more as I moved about, being forced to strain my finger by having to hold right-click for the whole period of play, similar to 'Roblox'.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game shows potential for simulator enthusiasts, but it suffers from severe optimization issues that detract significantly from the overall gameplay experience.
- “The idea itself has potential if you're a simulator fan, but it's so horribly optimized and the gameplay is awful.”
- “The game suffers from severe performance issues, making it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
- “Despite its interesting concept, the lack of optimization leads to frustrating lag and crashes.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as a blatant cash grab, indicating a lack of genuine value or effort in its design.
- “This game was obviously and very quickly a cash grab by someone.”