Bus Simulator 18
Release Date: June 13, 2018
Simulation, economic, cars, transport, buses and streetcars, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
Steam
Another PC game belonging to a series of bus simulators published over the years by astragon Entertainment. Developed by StillAlive, the game includes vehicles from such brands as MAN or Daimler Buses, and gives us an opportunity to explore one of the German towns. Apart from driving as such, the player also has to interact with passengers (selling tickets for instance) and cope with various random occurrences.
Last Update: July 4, 2018
Bus Simulator 18 Game Guide
Bus Simulator 18 Game Guide contains helpful tips on driving through the city. Our solution will provide you information on how to sell and validate tickets and which bus you should choose. Also, remember to check our guide to multiplayer mode.
Videos and Screens
[1:10] Bus Simulator 18 Multiplayer
[0:49] Bus Simulator 18 trailer #1
The main pros of the game
- Atmosphere: Many users appreciate the immersive feeling of driving a bus in a crowded urban environment, which enhances the overall experience compared to other bus simulator games.
- Friendly Mechanics: The game mechanics are described as approachable and user-friendly, making it accessible for players who enjoy simulator games.
- Graphics and Sound: Several reviews mention that the graphics and sound have seen significant improvements, contributing to a more engaging gameplay experience.
- Realism: Users note the realistic aspects of bus driving, including the interaction with NPCs and the variety of environments.
The main cons of the game
- Repetitive Gameplay: A common criticism is the repetitive nature of the tasks, leading to a lack of variety in gameplay.
- Technical Issues: Many users report frequent crashes and performance issues, especially after the initial game launch.
- Flimsy Bus Feel: Some players feel that the buses lack a sense of durability and weight, making them feel flimsy during gameplay.
- Difficult Controls: There are complaints about the difficulty in changing controls and the overall interface being cumbersome.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Ticket Issuing Clarity: Players express frustration with the ticket issuing process, particularly when playing in languages other than English, as it can be confusing to determine the types of tickets.
- Customization Options: Some users desire more options for bus customization and a wider selection of buses.
- Improved AI Behavior: There are mentions of NPCs behaving unrealistically, such as suddenly appearing in front of the bus, which can lead to accidents.
- Enhanced Mod Support: While there is some mention of mod support, users indicate that it could be more user-friendly and less cumbersome to implement.
Summary
- Overall, while Bus Simulator 18 has its strengths in atmosphere and realism, it faces criticism for its repetitive gameplay, technical issues, and certain missing features that could enhance the user experience.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 212 votes. 89 players anticipated the game.
Bus Simulator 18 Description
Bus Simulator 18 for PC is another installment in a series of bus simulators published over the years by astragon Entertainment. The player will be driving vehicles from such brands as MAN or Daimler Buses (the game has the required licenses), while exploring one of the German towns. Bus Simulator 18 was developed by StillAlive – the creators of the previous installment released for PCs, as well as the studio behind Son of Nor among other titles.
Mechanics
In Bus Simulator 18 for PC, the player not only has to arrive on time at different stops and observe the traffic rules, but they also have to interact with passengers (selling tickets for instance) and cope with various random occurrences, such as vehicle failures, traffic jams or weather changes. It is worth noticing that Bus Simulator 18 delivers a game world that’s more than twice as large than its predecessor’s (Bus Simulator 16), as well as a realistic day-night cycle.
Game modes
In the career mode, the player gains reputation points for doing a good job. The better of an employee the player is, the more passengers want to travel with them, which influences the financial results of the entire company – this gains the player access to newer buses.
Also, the game offers a synchronous multiplayer mode.
Technical aspects
Bus Simulator 18 for PC utilizes the Unreal Engine 4, but in this particular case, one cannot expect much from the graphics. In similarity to other games of this type, the visuals are average-quality at best.
Last updated on October 9, 2017
Bus Simulator 18 Summary
Game Series: Bus Simulator
Platforms:
PC / Windows
Developer: stillalive studios
Publisher: astragon Entertainment
Bus Simulator 18 System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i3 3.3 GHz / AMD Phenom II X4 3.2 GHz, 6 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 750 / 2 GB Radeon R7 360 or better, 7 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i5-4670 3.4 GHz / AMD FX-8370 4.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 970 / Radeon R9 290 or better, 7 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
DLCs for Bus Simulator 18
Official Map Extension
DLC
May 22, 2019
MAN Interior Pack 1
DLC
March 19, 2019
MAN Bus Pack 1
DLC
December 18, 2018
Mercedes-Benz Interior Pack 1
DLC
November 14, 2018
Mission Pack #1
DLC
August 16, 2018
Country Skin & Decal Pack
DLC
July 5, 2018