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ClusterTruck - Review

A chaotic scene from ClusterTruck, featuring several trucks tumbling and colliding on a sandy landscape under a bright blue sky.
Credits: Landfall Games

"ClusterTruck" is a platformer where the player performs parkour between trucks to reach the end of the stage, with the difficulty increasing as the player advances. 

Developed by Landfall Games and published by TinyBuild, I will cover the main topics in this review, such as gameplay, graphics, and other details.

What is the objective of the game?

The goal is to reach the end of each level by jumping from truck to truck while avoiding collisions, obstacles, and other dynamic challenges. 

The player must demonstrate skill and precision to navigate through chaotic scenarios without falling to the ground, as this results in an immediate failure. 

The simplicity of the objective is complemented by increasing difficulty, making each level more challenging.

What is the average duration to complete all the stages?

The average duration to complete all the stages ranges from 5 to 8 hours, depending on the player's skill and the time spent attempting to overcome more difficult levels.

According to HowLongToBeat, the time needed to complete the game is 3 and a half hours for the main campaign and 5 and a half hours for the secondary missions.

Are there any additional game modes or extra content available?

ClusterTruck does not have additional game modes other than the main campaign, but it offers extra content through an active community that creates custom levels via the Steam Workshop (on the PC version). 

This allows players to download and play maps created by others, adding variety and challenges beyond the original game.

The game also has a skill system that allows players to experiment with different approaches to complete levels, which can extend gameplay.

A futuristic level in ClusterTruck, featuring trucks navigating a glowing, circular tunnel with neon lights.
Credits: Landfall Games

Can you play using a controller or just keyboard and mouse?

In the PC Steam version, players can use either a controller or keyboard and mouse, depending on their preferred gameplay style.

What is the age rating for this game?

The game has not received a specific ESRB rating but is indicated as suitable for all ages, with fantasy violence, according to its official Steam page.

Are there achievements or trophies to unlock during gameplay?

Achievements or trophies are available to unlock throughout the game. These additional goals encourage players to explore all game mechanics, complete levels in creative ways, perform specific challenges, or achieve high levels of skill.

What are the main obstacles and difficulties that players will face?

Here are the main challenges the game brings to players:

  • Truck movement: The main challenge is jumping from one truck to another while they move at high speeds. The truck's trajectory can be unpredictable, creating constant risk.
  • Trucks falling: Throughout the game, some trucks can fall or collide, forcing the player to quickly adapt and find a new route or jump point.
  • Environmental obstacles: Each level features obstacles such as walls, moving platforms, ramps, and other elements that require precision and skill to avoid collisions and maintain the pace.
  • Time challenges: Many levels have a time limit to complete the mission. This adds extra pressure, requiring players to not only jump from truck to truck but to do so quickly.
  • Increasing difficulty: The game has a progressively harder difficulty curve. As players advance, the levels become more challenging with more obstacles, faster trucks, and more complex routes.
  • Special items: Some levels introduce items that alter the game mechanics, such as double jumps or even reversed gravity, forcing players to adapt to new ways of playing.
  • Precise control: The game's physics requires precise control of the character, with exact jumps to avoid falling. The ability to control the jump and landing timing is crucial.

A ClusterTruck level featuring trucks in a futuristic environment with glowing lights, high-tech structures, and dynamic movement.
Credits: Landfall Games

What are the minimum and recommended requirements to play on PC?

To play ClusterTruck on PC, the minimum system requirements are:

  • Operating System: Windows 7
  • Processor: 2 GHz
  • RAM: 4 GB
  • Graphics: A dedicated graphics card is recommended; integrated cards can run at 720p
  • DirectX: Version 9.0
  • Disk Space: 500 MB available

Where can I buy ClusterTruck?

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Conclusion.

ClusterTruck is a platformer that tests the player's patience, requiring precision and timing at the same time. 

If you make a mistake, you’ll go back to the beginning of the level. The game is a mix of challenge and pastime, allowing the player to "relax" while playing but still offering a challenge, almost like playing with the brain turned off.

If you are interested in watching some gameplay, I’ll leave my complete YouTube playlist.