Item: Bus Simulator Game 2023
Rating: 77
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

77/100

Bus Simulator 2023 is remarkably deep for a mobile title. It captures the often-overlooked charm of public transport management. You aren't just driving from point A to point B; you’re managing ticket prices, dealing with rowdy passengers, and trying to maintain a strict schedule through realistic city traffic. The attention to detail in the bus interiors, especially the interactive dashboards, is impressive.

The route creation tool allows for a good deal of creativity, and the multiplayer mode where you can set up a transport company with friends adds a nice social layer. The driving physics are tailored for 'heavy' vehicles, meaning you have to account for braking distance and wide turns. It’s a slow-burn experience that rewards consistency and careful driving. While the map loading times can be a bit long on older devices, it’s a premier choice for simulation fans who want a professional driving experience.

Reviewed on: Mon Jul 01 2024

Dinsun Review

I don't mind a slow-paced game, but a bus simulator needs to get the 'feel' of the city right. Here, the city feels like a ghost town with some bad AI drivers scattered around. The passengers look like they were pulled from a budget library of assets, and they have the personality of cardboard cutouts.

The driving itself is unremarkable. The brakes are too sensitive, the steering feels disconnected, and the dashboard is mostly non-functional eye candy. It’s an okay way to kill time if you're obsessed with buses, but for anyone else, it's just a repetitive loop of 'stop, open door, close door, drive.' It lacks the polish and the depth of the PC titles it's trying to emulate. Just another yearly update that doesn't actually update anything important.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Variety of bus models
Large city map

Lifeless city environment
Poor driving physics
Repetitive and boring gameplay

Technical Report

Performance: Generally stable but suffers from pop-in textures in the city.

Accessibility:

Adjustable camera angles

Audience Fit

Buy if: You find opening and closing virtual bus doors deeply therapeutic.

Skip if: You want a driving game with actual excitement or polish.

Similar Games:

Bus Simulator Indonesia
Public Transport Simulator

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative expert gamer
Hardware: iPhone 14 Pro
Playtime: 3 hours
Status: Unlocked 3 routes

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPod

1658306665

Free4+★4.5 774 reviews

Author : Vanessa Pavel

Pubish Date : Fri Dec 23 2022

Last Update Date : Fri Mar 31 2023

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.0.5Fri Mar 31 2023

- Bug Fixing
Get ready for the newest installment of simulator games, as you take the role of a bus driver, going around the city and taking people to their destinations!
Explore a huge and detailed open-world map with a modern city atmosphere. Discover new areas on the map by traveling with your bus around the city and get immersed in a virtual world like you have never seen before. Drive from bus stop from bus stop and pick up passengers to get paid! The more passengers you take, the bigger your payout will be! Collect money to unlock all 17 unique buses! Every bus is unique in its own way, each being different to the others by its speed, its passenger capacity and performance. Intelligent car and pedestrian AI, high quality graphics and an immersive bus driving experience. Master the challenges of daily traffic by getting into the bus cockpit!
Game Features:
• Huge and detailed open-world map
• Over 17 unique buses to choose from
• Intelligent pedestrian and car AI
• High quality graphics
• Realistic bus physics and controls
• User friendly interface
You are now in charge of the cockpit! Become the number 1 bus driver in the city!
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Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Get ready for the newest installment of simulator games, as you take the role of a bus driver, going around the city and taking people to their destinations!
Explore a huge and detailed open-world map with a modern city atmosphere. Discover new areas on the map by traveling with your bus around the city and get immersed in a virtual world like you have never seen before. Drive from bus stop from bus stop and pick up passengers to get paid! The more passengers you take, the bigger your payout will be! Collect money to unlock all 17 unique buses! Every bus is unique in its own way, each being different to the others by its speed, its passenger capacity and performance. Intelligent car and pedestrian AI, high quality graphics and an immersive bus driving experience. Master the challenges of daily traffic by getting into the bus cockpit!
Game Features:
• Huge and detailed open-world map
• Over 17 unique buses to choose from
• Intelligent pedestrian and car AI
• High quality graphics
• Realistic bus physics and controls
• User friendly interface
You are now in charge of the cockpit! Become the number 1 bus driver in the city!
Terms of Use: https://monovy.xyz/terms_of_use.html
Privacy Policy: https://monovy.xyz/privacy_policy.html

Ratings & Reviews

4.5 out of 5 with 774 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Experience the life of a bus driver in the most realistic simulator yet. Bus Simulator 2023 features an expanded roster of licensed buses, including electric, double-decker, and school buses. Explore diverse locations including North America, Europe, and Asia. With an advanced weather system, a deep career mode, and real-time multiplayer, you can build your fleet from the ground up. Manage your company's finances, hire drivers, and navigate through challenging traffic to ensure your passengers reach their destination safely and on time.

Features

Detailed city and off-road environments

Next-gen physics with realistic bus handling

Highly customizable bus fleet and liveries

Intelligent traffic system and pedestrian AI

Online multiplayer and global rankings

Tips

Passenger Satisfaction

To maximize your rating, always use your blinkers when merging and avoid sudden braking. Happy passengers pay higher tips. Don't forget to use the 'Kneel' function at stops to help passengers board faster and keep your schedule on track.

Gameplays

Building Your Empire

Use your profits to hire AI drivers and assign them to established routes. This generates passive income that allows you to buy more expensive, high-capacity buses. Regularly check your route efficiency to ensure your drivers aren't getting stuck in morning rush hour traffic.