Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Simulator
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: VSTEP
- Publishers: Paradox Interactive
Ship Simulator Extremes: Inland Shipping (2013): A Detailed Review
Introduction
Ship Simulator Extremes: Inland Shipping is a ship simulation game developed by VSTEP and published by Paradox Interactive. It was released in 2013 as an expansion pack for Ship Simulator Extremes. The game focuses on the challenges of navigating and operating ships in inland waterways, such as rivers and canals.
Gameplay
In Ship Simulator Extremes: Inland Shipping, players take control of a variety of inland vessels, including cargo ships, tankers, and passenger ferries. The game features a number of different missions, such as transporting cargo, towing barges, and docking at ports. Players must use their skills to navigate the challenges of inland waterways, such as narrow channels, strong currents, and low bridges.
The game features a realistic physics engine that accurately simulates the behavior of ships in water. Players must take into account factors such as wind, waves, and water depth when navigating their vessels. The game also features a dynamic weather system that can affect the difficulty of missions.
Inland Vessels Campaign
The Inland Vessels campaign is a new addition to Ship Simulator Extremes that guides players through some of the challenges that inland vessel captains face. The campaign features 10 missions that take place on a variety of different rivers and canals.
In the first mission, players must navigate a cargo ship through a narrow channel with strong currents. In another mission, players must tow a barge down a river while avoiding obstacles. And in the final mission, players must dock a passenger ferry at a busy port.
The Inland Vessels campaign is a great way for players to learn the basics of inland shipping. The missions are challenging but fair, and they provide a good introduction to the different types of vessels and challenges that inland vessel captains face.
Graphics and Sound
Ship Simulator Extremes: Inland Shipping features realistic graphics and sound. The ships and environments are all modeled in detail, and the water physics are very realistic. The game also features a dynamic weather system that can affect the visuals and gameplay.
The sound effects in the game are also very realistic. The sound of the engines, the waves crashing against the hull, and the creaking of the ship all add to the immersion.
Overall
Ship Simulator Extremes: Inland Shipping is a well-made and realistic ship simulation game. The game features a variety of different vessels and missions, and the Inland Vessels campaign is a great way for players to learn the basics of inland shipping. The graphics and sound are also very good, and the game provides a truly immersive experience.
Score: 7.5/10
Pros:
- Realistic physics engine
- Variety of different vessels and missions
- Challenging and fair Inland Vessels campaign
- Realistic graphics and sound
Cons:
- Some missions can be repetitive
- Can be difficult for beginners
Review Score
7.5/10
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