By Joseph Luster

There are countless “[X] Simulator” games on Steam and other platforms, from Goat Simulator to Supermarket Simulator, PowerWash Simulator and beyond. The best of the bunch either aim for strict realism or go completely goofy with it while still adhering to the overall premise. With that in mind, the idea of something like Military Logistics Simulator sounds intriguing, but unfortunately the team at developer Nano Games hasn’t quite hit the mark just yet.

The setup of Military Logistics Simulator is compelling, promising players the opportunity to grow from a “low-ranking soldier to a seasoned quartermaster” as they progress. To do so you’ll need to successfully manage vehicles, control supply lines, and expand your base. From this to actions like assisting survivors and defending cargo against drone attacks, everything is carried out from a first-person perspective, and you can take on missions solo or with the help of friends.

Spend any time with the game, though, and you’ll quickly see some of this promise slipping through the cracks. When the game launched, it did so without essential equipment like the forklift, so you already had to suspend disbelief as you controlled what amounted to a super-soldier who could lift tons of equipment with his bare hands. The devs added the forklift a couple weeks after launch and made tweaks to issues like the vehicle driving AI, but the path to a recommendable product still stretches long into the horizon.

At the time of this writing, there are still quite a few fundamental playability issues that need to be addressed before this becomes a Simulator game of note. Thankfully, the team appears to still be open about addressing feedback and continues to add to and shape the way the overall experience works. There’s currently no demo for folks to try without investing in the full game, so it’s best to keep your eye on Steam reviews and other public player feedback as the community lets their voices be heard.

Genre: Shooter
Platform: PC
Publisher: Aerosoft GmbH
Available: Now

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