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Airport Simulator (airport.apunen.com)

856 points by apunen · 38 days ago · 168 comments on HN

Article summary

The article appears to be about an airport simulator game, where players control air traffic. The game's details are not available, but comments suggest it has a simple and fun gameplay. Players can draw paths for planes to land, and the game features a high-score board. The game's mechanics and UI have drawn comparisons to other ATC simulator games.

Main themes

  • Airport Simulator Game
  • ATC Simulator Games
  • Game Mechanics
  • User Interface
  • Gaming Nostalgia
  • Air Traffic Control

What commenters say

  • The game is fun to play and has a simple, yet engaging gameplay mechanic.
  • The game's UI and graphics are similar to other ATC simulator games, such as Mini Metro and Mini Motorways.
  • Some players find the game's scoreboard to be obstructive and suggest it should be movable or toggleable.
  • There are differing opinions on the realism of the game, with some suggesting that planes should be able to land from either end of the runway, while others argue that this is not realistic.
  • The game could benefit from additional features, such as zooming and panning, to improve the player's experience.
  • The game has drawn comparisons to other classic ATC simulator games, such as Flight Control and Heathrow ATC.
  • Some players have suggested that the game's mechanics are too simplistic and that more complex features, such as wind and air traffic, should be added.
  • The game's high-score board is a motivating factor for players, with some competing to achieve the highest score.