Bus Simulator 18

 PC
Metascore
67

Mixed or average reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Impulsegamer
    Jul 17, 2018
    80
    There’s not a lot to it but what there is can be a pleasant distraction from every day life for a while… even if it does simulate a form of every day life for some people. If you like simulation style games you will most likely find enjoyment in this one… if not then this might be worth giving a miss. For me it was another nice easy going title to add to my collection… now if you don’t mind I’m going to switch the radio to easy listening and raise the ramp and head off.
  2. GameSpace
    Jul 19, 2018
    75
    Easily one of the best "sims" I've played in a while. By taking what makes games like Euro Truck and Farm Simulator so popular and applying it to the core ideas of ownership and operating a city-wide bus system, Stillalive has made a really admirable game. It's got a lot of depth, soul, and heart poured into it, even if it's rough around the edges in the way of bugs and polish issues.
  3. CD-Action
    Sep 27, 2018
    70
    Thanks to authenticity of its physics engine, appealing visuals, and fairly glitchless drivers’ AI, Bus Simulator 18 pretty much achieves what it was supposed to: relaxation through casual driving. [08/2018, p.73]
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  5. GameStar
    Jun 15, 2018
    67
    A motivating and visually appealing bus game for beginners, which will make hardcore simulation fans gasp.
  6. Multiplayer.it
    Jul 27, 2018
    65
    Bus Simulator 18 is one of the best bus simulations on the market, but lacks content.
  7. Gaming Nexus
    Jul 13, 2018
    65
    Bus Simulator 18, at its core, is a good simulator game with a whole lot of soul. It brings a lot of playability options to the table, whether you want to just drive a bus or manage the whole company. The driving is complex enough to keep the player involved, and the economic systems provide a respite for players tired of being behind the wheel. However, the game is hurt by some frustrating bugs and sub-par traffic systems.
  8. COGconnected
    Jul 16, 2018
    60
    Despite all of the extra customization, RPG elements and other details, Bus Simulator 18 still gets to be boring after a few hours.
  9. Shacknews
    Jul 9, 2018
    60
    Bus Simulator 18 is not a game changer and to be honest, it’s not the most rewarding experience I’ve ever had in front of my PC. Still, it has solid driving mechanics, some detailed buses, and a gameplay loop that is strangely relaxing.
  10. Twinfinite
    Jun 15, 2018
    60
    If you’re already a fan of vehicle simulation games, you’ll likely still get a kick out of this one, despite its flaws.
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  1. Rock, Paper, Shotgun
    Jun 20, 2018
    As much as I enjoyed learning the rules and rhythms of bus driving – thanks in part to the warm words of Mira Tannhauser – once that was done, I just couldn’t find waters deep enough to swim in for long.

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User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 42 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 42
  3. Negative: 12 out of 42
  1. DarthNox
    Jan 26, 2020
    3
    They made literally nothing useful again... They copied Bus Simulator 16 added small amount of crap content and released it as new game. TheyThey made literally nothing useful again... They copied Bus Simulator 16 added small amount of crap content and released it as new game. They are just grinding money with this 2 crap games. I hope they create something useful and save their company names. Oh sorry, I forget max 4 player multiplayer mode. They probably will release new dlc for 16 player multiplayer mode ^^… Full Review »
  2. Davedboss01
    Oct 3, 2019
    0
    Despite the fact that this game has been available for Steam players on PC since last year and only came on the the console platform, the gameDespite the fact that this game has been available for Steam players on PC since last year and only came on the the console platform, the game crashes all the time. You can count yourself lucky if you get more than an hour of game time on the game. It is obvious that the developers of this game rushed the game and the updates and never even tested them. To start with at the beginning of the game it is Okay, but once you reach level 20 that is where you run into problems. I will edit this review if they ever fix the game.… Full Review »
  3. Parker4179
    Jun 15, 2018
    9
    If you like vehicle simulation games I think you will like this one. This is definitely a improvement from Bus Simulator 16 and I think it'sIf you like vehicle simulation games I think you will like this one. This is definitely a improvement from Bus Simulator 16 and I think it's heading the the right direction.… Full Review »
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