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Car Mechanic Simulator 2021

Car Mechanic Simulator 2021

Work your way to a service empire. Get your hands dirty in a highly realistic simulation game that pays major attention to details. Pay a visit to a new Auction house and buy cars in various conditions. Expand your range of services by investing in a new work space and equipment.

96%
Overwhelmingly Positive
DeveloperRed Dot Games
PublisherPlayWay S.A.
Release DateAug 11, 2021
$24.99
Peak Players22.5K
PlatformsWindows
Racing
Simulation
AI Review Summary

Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 is a highly detailed yet accessible simulation that functions as a relaxing puzzle game for automotive enthusiasts. While it offers significant educational value and hundreds of hours of gameplay, it is hampered by a repetitive early-game grind and occasional game-breaking technical bugs.

Pros

  • Relaxing, low-stress gameplay experience due to the absence of quick-time events.90%
  • Strong educational value for understanding car components and engine assembly for both novices and professionals.80%
  • Satisfying 'puzzle' mechanics involving the disassembly and repair of complex engine types.90%
  • Exceptional longevity with many players investing hundreds of hours into building their automotive empires.80%
  • Effective balance between realistic simulation and approachable gameplay for non-experts.70%

Cons

  • Frustrating early-game grind that feels unrewarding to some players.70%
  • Technical issues including save file corruption and UI soft locks that can halt progress.60%
  • Underdeveloped driving physics and unrealistic engine sounds compared to the high-quality repair mechanics.80%
  • Perceived over-reliance on paid DLC to access a full variety of vehicles and content.70%
  • Lack of depth, purpose, or challenge in the racing and custom-build progression.60%

Notable Mentions

  • Professional mechanics have reported using the game as a supplemental learning tool for apprentices.
  • The game is frequently described as a 'cozy game' for players looking to unwind after work.
Confidence: 57%
Based on the 177 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 17, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
2.8K
Peak · last 90 days
5.7K
All-time peak
22.5K

Price

Current price
$24.99
Lowest tracked
$2.49since Jan 9, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
96%
All-time positive
96%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews38.5K
Positive: 36.9K (96%)Negative: 1.7K (4%)

2%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

60h

Avg Playtime at Review

81%

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