Truck Driver

Truck Driver

October 1, 2013
SOEDESCO Publishing
3.3/5.0(5,077 reviews)
SimulationDriving/Racing
Mixed

The overall player feedback for 'Truck Driver' is quite mixed, with many enjoying the casual gameplay and storyline elements, while a significant portion criticizes the steering controls and game performance, especially regarding steering wheel support. Players who appreciate arcade-style driving seem to enjoy the relaxed nature of the game, but persistent bugs and AI issues undermine the experience for many others.

About This Game

Truck Driver takes the low-key, human route into the genre. You inherit your late father's rig and build a hauling career one contract at a time, earning a reputation with local clients, upgrading your truck and following a light storyline told through the community around you. This Gold Edition bundles the Nordic-set Heading North expansion and a damage-system DLC into the complete package.

It sits deliberately at the accessible end of the spectrum. Reviews credit its forgiving, arcade-leaning handling and easy pick-up-and-play rhythm, a gentler on-ramp than the hardcore sims, while the recurring complaints are its age: patchy steering-wheel support, bugs, frustrating traffic AI and a shallowness next to Euro Truck Simulator 2. As an older, uncomplicated loop of taking jobs, earning money and buying a better truck, it does that job; players wanting simulation depth will find it thin.

Platforms

PS5

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone
Languages:
ArabicChinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CzechDanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrench (France)GermanHungarianItalianJapaneseKoreanNorwegianPolishPortuguese (Brazil)RomanianRussianSpanishSwedishTurkish

Gameplay

Modes
Single player

Player Reviews

Mixed

The overall player feedback for 'Truck Driver' is quite mixed, with many enjoying the casual gameplay and storyline elements, while a significant portion criticizes the steering controls and game performance, especially regarding steering wheel support. Players who appreciate arcade-style driving seem to enjoy the relaxed nature of the game, but persistent bugs and AI issues undermine the experience for many others.

Pros

  • Casual and relaxing gameplay
  • Engaging storyline with NPC character interactions
  • Good graphics and performance on PC
  • Forgiving handling compared to simulation counterparts
  • Easy to pick up and play for new players

Cons

  • Poor steering wheel control support
  • Frequent bugs and crashes reported
  • AI traffic behaviors are frustrating
  • Lack of depth compared to true simulators
  • Missing promised DLC content and updates

Based on 52 reviews from steam

Screenshots

Gameplay Video

TRUCK DRIVER - NOVO SIMULADOR de CAMINHÃO NO PS4!!!

Truck Driver — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Truck Driver worth playing?
Truck Driver has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 3.3 out of 5 across 5,077 reviews.
Is Truck Driver single-player or multiplayer?
Truck Driver supports single player.
What platforms is Truck Driver available on?
Truck Driver is available on PS5.
When did Truck Driver release?
Truck Driver released on October 1, 2013.
What is Truck Driver's age rating?
Truck Driver carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone.