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Truck Simulator

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Truck Simulator offers realistic graphics and gameplay that many users enjoy, but it is currently plagued by numerous bugs preventing access to the game, excessive ads, and issues with core features like the radio and truck mechanics.

4.5★ lifetime (247,175) Free + in-app purchases since 2021 by Zuuks Bilisim Hizmetleri Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Sirketi updated 5.4 mo ago recent negative 37% 120 reviews across 4 regions
Game Access Issues Excessive Ads & Monetization Bugs & Glitches Broken Radio Realism & Graphics Controller Support
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recent reviews across 4 regions, vs the 4.5★ lifetime average

Truck Simulator is a free-to-play mobile game that aims to provide a realistic truck driving experience with good graphics and licensed vehicles. However, recent reviews indicate a significant decline in user experience due to widespread technical issues, an overwhelming number of advertisements, and problems with in-game mechanics and purchases.

What users like

  • Realistic graphics and gameplay are highly praised, contributing to an immersive experience.R17R77R91R65
  • Offers a wide range of customization options and licensed truck brands.R38R71R79
  • The game provides a sense of satisfaction for many players when it works correctly.R2R8R29

What users complain about

  • Many users cannot access the game due to unresponsive career/online buttons or loading issues.R1R3R7R11
  • The game is heavily monetized with excessive ads and expensive in-app purchases, often making it feel like 'pay-to-win'.R16R23R27R30
  • Core features like the in-game radio do not work, only playing static.R24R29R41R56
  • Players report numerous bugs including crashes, trucks getting stuck, AI issues, and progress loss.R13R36R43R48
  • In-game purchases, including VIP subscriptions, are reported to be scams, not delivering promised items or money.R53R60R67R87
  • Lack of controller support is a common request, with users desiring a more immersive control experience.R34R50R52R79
  • Truck prices are considered too high, making progression slow and pushing users towards in-app purchases.R28R42R57R58

Latest update · v1.3.0

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

New trucks have been added. Mercedes-Benz Actros L 1848, Mercedes-Benz Actros L 1851, Mercedes-Benz Actros L 1853.

Recurring themes

Game Access Issues negative
A significant number of recent reviews report that users are unable to start the game, with the 'Career' or 'Online' buttons being unresponsive, or the game getting stuck on loading screens. This issue is widespread across different regions and languages, making the game unplayable for many.R1R3R7R10
Excessive Ads & Monetization negative
Users are highly frustrated by the sheer volume of ads, often appearing immediately upon opening the app, after clicking buttons, or even making the game unplayable by not allowing skips. Many feel forced to pay to remove ads or to progress, with some calling the in-app purchases a scam.R16R23R27R30
Broken Radio negative
A recurring complaint is that the in-game radio feature does not work, only producing static instead of music. This detracts from the driving experience for many who enjoy listening to music while playing.R24R29R41R56
Bugs & Glitches negative
Beyond access issues, players report various bugs including game crashes, vehicles sliding or crashing into the player, navigation system failures, trucks getting stuck in objects, and progress being reset or lost.R13R36R43R48
Realism & Graphics positive
Many users appreciate the game's realistic graphics, truck models, and overall driving physics, often comparing it favorably to other truck simulators.R17R29R41R57
Controller Support mixed
There is a strong desire for controller support (e.g., Xbox, Backbone) to enhance the gameplay experience, as current touch controls are seen as less ideal for a simulator.R34R50R52R79

Who it's for

This game is for players who enjoy realistic truck driving simulators with good graphics and a variety of licensed vehicles R17R77R91. It might appeal to those who are willing to overlook or pay to avoid frequent ads and potential bugs R23. It is NOT for players who expect a smooth, bug-free experience, or those who are not prepared for aggressive monetization tactics R1.

Evidence note: The recent reviews skew heavily negative, with a significant focus on game-breaking bugs and excessive ads. While some positive reviews praise realism and graphics, these are often overshadowed by fundamental playability issues. The developer's notes mention new trucks, but reviews do not indicate any fixes for the critical bugs reported.

Frequently asked

Why can't I play Truck Simulator?
Many users are currently unable to play Truck Simulator because the 'Career' or 'Online' buttons are unresponsive, preventing them from entering the game R1R3R7R11.
Are there too many ads in Truck Simulator?
Yes, many players report that Truck Simulator has an excessive number of ads, often appearing upon opening the app, after clicking buttons, or even getting stuck and making the game unplayable R16R23R27R40.
Does the radio work in Truck Simulator?
No, many users report that the in-game radio does not work and only plays static, despite attempts to change stations R24R29R41R56.
Does Truck Simulator support external controllers?
No, Truck Simulator currently lacks support for external controllers like Xbox controllers or Backbone, which many users have requested to improve the gameplay experience R34R50R52R79.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R17] 5/5 · US Cool, fun and so good of a game: So fun sorry realistic best game I ever had
  2. [R77] 5/5 · US Realistic: This game is so realistic and I have been playing it since I was 7 years and you should definitely get it
  3. [R91] 5/5 · US MOST REALISTIC GAME EVER: The graphics to the sounds from the truck, to the incredible outside view! I love this game and I think you should too. I have pros and cons. Pros, great graphics, the cpu drivers actually can cut you off, and so much more! But the cons is that the trucks are expensive. I physically get to 200 k with 5 k per delivery in 28-35 mins. It is just takes to long. Oh and add che
  4. [R65] 5/5 · US Oyun çok güzel ve çok gerçekçi çok seviyorum: Can
  5. [R38] 4/5 · US 😕🫠: I loved the mods, customization and more. But one problem, I’m stuck at 1.0.6 so that’s why I gave it a four star rating.
  6. [R71] 5/5 · US Best game, 1 problem: The environment,physics,and gameplay is the best. But cashnow just ruined the iTunes Store. Overall 5 stars with licensed brands. Big w
  7. [R79] 4/5 · US Trucking Simulator, Zuuks please respond!: This is a very awesome game with very good features. This game has real and famous companies such as Mercedes-Benz and Michelin. One thing that could be improved is the radio and plug and play or Bluetooth wireless controllers support to make the trucking experience to a next level. And please improve traffic response because an npc car tried to slam into
  8. [R2] 5/5 · US SAS ti fecho✨🫶🏽: Nunca me avía sentido tan Sastifecho con un juego hasta que encontré este
  9. [R8] 5/5 · US Beautiful scenery: This is one of the best games ever
  10. [R29] 5/5 · US The best game of truck simulator: This game is good. It’s like really good. It’s the best game that I’ve ever played in my life. It’s really really good but there’s only one problem that the radio doesn’t work. I’m just telling you OK so this is the best game ever and I gave it a 1 trillion star review thank you for reading this game
  11. [R1] 1/5 · US Problem: I can’t acess to the game when i enter i touch the button to enter but i don’t do nothing and the game haven’t been uptadet since 5 months
  12. [R3] 2/5 · US The button is not working: I pressed the button and it did not work
  13. [R7] 1/5 · US It dosent let me play: I got this game I got my country and when I press to play it dosent let me 0 out 5
  14. [R11] 1/5 · US Nothing works: Downloaded the game and when I click the Career to start the game nothing happens. Wtf
  15. [R16] 1/5 · US Ads: Too many ads. · translated
  16. [R23] 3/5 · US Scam with free stuff and ads: I would rate this a 5 but The only thing that pisses me is the fact that it gives me a notification that says you got a gift truck claim it now another thing is that I have to pay not to get ads this is bull because I should not have to pay ads. If your notification is going to say to your garage and claim your free truck let the truck be there we you log in please
  17. [R27] 1/5 · US Too many ada: Whenever i open the app there are ads even after clicking some random button!
  18. [R30] 1/5 · US Don't download, it has too many ads, it's not a game at all, you just have to watch videos🤮🤮🫨 · translated
  19. [R24] 2/5 · US The review: Good game however the radio never works all I hear is the static and when I try to play in the car and at home it doesn’t work it takes a very long time to load
  20. [R41] 4/5 · US Problem 📻🎧: The game is the best in graphics trucks jobs every detail is good but there is a problem that one turns on the radio and does not play any music only that detail is missing thank you
  21. [R56] 2/5 · US La radio no funciona: Me gustaba por la radio pero dejo de funcionar
  22. [R13] 2/5 · US Review: I love the game but it would not stop kicking me out in the middle of drives
  23. [R36] 3/5 · US Glitching: Yall need to fix this glitch. Im riding in the truck and all the cars and trucks are sliding on the side that I’m driving crashing into me. Now that’s damage that I have to pay for. I’ve never had this glitch until now. It’s been happening for a whole week now and it’s needs to be fixed ASAP.
  24. [R43] 4/5 · US Crash: I’m on a iPad and it keeps crashing. I’d recommend this.
  25. [R48] 1/5 · US I hope you fix the issue: The game is very nice, but when I play an important mission, it kicks me out of the game halfway through. My graphics settings are on medium, the lowest possible, but it keeps crashing unexpectedly and doesn't return me to the mission I was on. Thank you. · translated
  26. [R53] 1/5 · US They took my money: The game is bad, they just took my money for no reason when I clicked update in the office. · translated
  27. [R60] 2/5 · US Do not buy VIP package: Do not subscribe to the VIP monthly package where it says you get a free truck and money each month. It’s a scam haven’t received anything in two months. Other than that love the game.
  28. [R67] 1/5 · US Help: I purchased the monthly subscription but never received the 250k nor the free truck only removed ads Help and I will give better rate
  29. [R87] 1/5 · US Had 160k: Took all my money on used trucks never got the truck scams
  30. [R34] 5/5 · US Please add backbone controller support: Amazing game just need the controller support
  31. [R50] 3/5 · US Overall good but…: The game is amazing the graphics are pretty good but this game does not allow you to use any sort of Xbox controller which I think is not great. This game should allow Xbox controllers because just think about it the pedals and steering would be better if you have the ability to use it o the Xbox controller. Xbox controllers can hook up to most devises like a iPhone, iPad, and e
  32. [R52] 5/5 · US Controller: When are yall gonna add controller select or pc or add to Xbox or PlayStation
  33. [R28] 4/5 · US It’s good. But was forced to pay for new trucks.: I wish later down the line I wasn’t forced to buy the Mercedes-Benz trucks. At first I didn’t want them but eventually I had to get them because for me it was impossible to get any new truck at all off of the provided jobs alone.
  34. [R42] 3/5 · US Money: When I get the coins and buy a truck all it do is unlock it and make me pay with it with money
  35. [R57] 4/5 · US The prices are too high: when I’m always playing the prices are too high they’re like 236K but one of the truck trucks are insanely expensive when is 326K roughly the European side of the trucks and also the American trucks are highly expensive. But everything else of the game is super realistic, I mean very realistic, even the trucks that you drive a real realistic and bot vehicles are real reali
  36. [R58] 4/5 · US Best game zuuks you made it look like euro truck simulator 2 but a little thing: The best game. I love it, but a little thing. The trucks are very expensive. I’ll make a lot of money when I make jobs. It gives me around 5K 35 or 20 minutes. I really like it. I play every day so I’m a little fix. There was something because I was playing this game and I had to make a stop for the weight right? And
  37. [R10] 1/5 · US Que juego tan gonorrea: Ese gran puto juego no me deja entrar jugar
  38. [R40] 1/5 · US Not worth it: You’ll spend more time watching ads than anything else. You have to watch ads to do anything.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store