Expeditions: A MudRunner Game

Не понимаю, почему у этой игры настолько низкие отзывы и так мало внимания. На старте, конечно, было мало контента, и к своей идеальной версии она пришла только в конце жизненного цикла, но всё же хотелось бы увидеть новые сезоны, а не очередной год поддержки уже сильно устаревшей SnowRunner. Видимо, продажи были маленькими, но неужели издатель ожидает, что симулятор крановщика (ведь управление краном настолько великолепное и любимое игроками в этой серии, что по нему нужно делать отдельную игру) или симулятор таксиста будут коммерчески успешными? В Expeditions есть свобода, действительно интересная кастомизация машин, влияющая на геймплей, и отсутствие душного бэктрекинга как в SnowRunner. Не знаю, может, кому-то весело ездить 10 часов по одному и тому же маршруту, но мне точно нет. Есть интересные специалисты и инструменты в инвентаре, каждую экспедицию нужно планировать и подбирать соответствующую машину. Фокус с рутины на чистое исследование и углубление геймплейных механик, связанных именно с вождением и выполнением поставленной задачи, на мой взгляд, - логичное развитие серии. Да, она не заменит SnowRunner, но как отдельное ответвление эта игра точно не хуже.

Esse jogo foi recomendado pelo meu amigo Ernesto, que jogou por mais de 2.500 horas em outra plataforma. Ele era advogado quando começou a jogar, mas estava deprimido e com problemas familiares. Esse jogo o salvou, fazendo com que ele se divertisse nas horas vagas. Mas ele gostou tanto do jogo que passou a faltar ao trabalho para jogar... acabou dedicando muito mais tempo ao jogo que a seus compromissos. Explorava os ambientes inóspitos, descobria tesouros escondidos, explorava com seus caminhões e viaturas especiais os cantos mais difíceis do planeta. Acabou deixando de vez o emprego. Hoje, Ernesto é guia de turismo. Comprou seu Jeep e vive com sua esposa e filha uma vida nômade, graças a esse jogo. Ele joga todos os dias até hoje. Preciso dizer mais alguma coisa? Só jogue essa maravilha!

Você compra parte do jogo, o resto é DLC... os melhores veículos são DLC... tirando isso o jogo se resume em ir do ponto A ao ponto B em terrenos bem precários e sem estrada. Tenho a sensação de que muito do conteúdo desse game foi feito mas nunca foi testado pelos desenvolvedores, como por exemplo... existem rampas e pontes que dão em paredões ou em lugares sem relevância... Se estiver na dúvida, compre Snowrunner, é muito melhor do que esse Expeditions.

The fourth game of the off-road driving simulation series which embarked with the primary MudRunner game brings back its conventional slow methodical exploration method through strenuous terrains but instigates multiple vital alterations which reshape the existing gameplay structure. Like its forerunners, MudRunner and SnowRunner, the game forces us to think strategically and scheme ahead, emphasizing survival in harsh conditions rather than speed. However, Expeditions stands out with its savage maps and greater prominence on exploration. 🎮The main gameplay element requires us to drive our off-road vehicles through difficult environments while using modern technological equipment. Every move requires careful consideration, and rushing is often a recipe for disaster. The current missions require players to explore instead of delivering goods throughout the game world. Missions now focus less on transporting goods and more on exploration. The system compels us to engage in strategic planning through its designed functionalities. We need to develop two capabilities which include finding efficient paths through difficult landscapes and handling unexpected challenges. The collection of goals presents an impressive range but certain targets become repetitive and face limitations because of their need for exploration beyond designated areas. As you'll likely expect if you've played previous games in the series, every aspect of Expeditions requires constant, critical decision making. From choosing the right vehicle and its equipment, to route decisions, to managing resources like fuel, because everything matters. We need to make decisions about the differential lock and tire pressure reduction and the timing and location of ground anchor usage to navigate extremely difficult obstacles. The correct timing of these tools determines their ability to either help or hinder progress toward our goal. We need different tools at different times until we figure out which tools work best in which situations. The drone system enables aerial exploration as a new feature which Expedition introduces. The system proves to be helpful in most situations but causes irritation when users attempt to locate remaining undiscovered areas. Despite this, it's an interesting addition to the gameplay found in previous installments. The new features don't stop there. The devs have also introduced a crew member system, allowing all of us to choose companions who offer specific bonuses. This mechanic adds an additional layer of consideration when planning further operations. Crew members can significantly influence the course of a mission, offering support at key moments. Expeditions is a delight to play, observe and listen to. The detailed wnvirons impress with their practicality and respond to our actions. Terrain textures, water, mud, and vegetation periodically seem true to life. Excellently vixuaslised weather effects and a day-night cycle not only amplify the experience but also influences the gameplay. Exploring and admiring the topography is a gratification in itself. The game world features detailed environments which present realistic visuals that respond to our movements through the various terrain types, which include muddy valleys and rocky outcrops. The game experience improves through weather effects and time of day changes, which introduce visual elements that affect both the game's appearance and its interactive gameplay. Complex vehicle models are also present. Realistic sound effects, such as wind noise, engine sounds, and sounds of nature, contribute to immersion and a sense of presence in challenging terrain. 👍Strengths. - Extensive areas to explore - A well-developed cash and resource management theme. - Excellent driving model and physics - Realistic audiovisuals - Features like the drone and tire pressure adjustments work well. - A large number of expeditions and side missions provide hours of gameplay. 👎Weaknesses. - Occasional frustration during exploration - Inferior to Snowrunner in many aspects - Unnecessarily complicated towing missions - The learning process presents a challenging uphill battle for players who try to master it 🏁Summary. Expeditions serves as a hefty continuation to the chain by maintaining its core strengths while providing new components that create crisp gaming experiences. The game appeals to off-road driving sim fans who adored earlier versions of the game. While the mechanics are similar to former games in the series, the switch from typical transportation to exploration missions has transformed quite a bit, and there's a stronger intensity on wealth management. The current game system preserves its untouched gameplay functions, but the devs have instituted new elements to fabricate an experience that differs from preceding series titles. Despite some disillusioning moments of exploration, it's a truly grippingly successful production that will issue each and every one with dozens, or even over a hundred, hours of fun. 🎯8/10

Well the developers abandoned the game. That alone should tell you if it is worth a buy. so will bugs get fixed? Probably not. Can't recommend for that fact alone.

I tried this, Snowrunner, and Roadcraft. This is the only one that really clicked with me. Snowrunner felt like a lot of going back and forth from to the same spot and felt a bit overwhelming, Roadcraft got very samey with the road building, but this has more bite sized bits of variety, especially if you enjoy scouting/climbing. I will say it's most fun doing an expedition or two then leaving and coming back to it, playing it for hours and hours in a row it does get a bit repetitive. For now though, I find myself wanting to keep coming back to it.

It's a shame for a driving game not supporting Moza R5 T_T, had to refund the game