Bus Simulator 27 is off to a flying start - is that even fair?! Why Bus Simulator 27 has an unfair advantage!

You see the name Bus Simulator 27, and instantly you know what to expect. Even before seeing gameplay, it already feels familiar. And that’s where the difference begins. Other games start from zero. But is that just normal – or does it make things unfair?

The Bus Simulator series has been built over many years. With Bus Simulator 16, 18 and 21, all published by Astragon and developed by Stillalive Studios, players developed a clear expectation of how these games feel. That legacy is something Bus Simulator 27 automatically carries forward.

What makes the situation especially interesting is that Stillalive Studios, the team behind those previous titles, is now working on Bus Bound, a direct competitor. At the same time, Astragon continues with Bus Simulator 27 as publisher.

This creates a unique situation.

Because from the player’s perspective, the perception does not change as much as you might expect. Even with a developer shift, Bus Simulator 27 is still seen as the main title. The name, the history and the publisher create immediate attention and trust.

New games like City Transport Simulator or Bus Bound have to build that trust from scratch. They need to prove themselves and convince players to even try them.

Bus Simulator 27, on the other hand, starts with recognition, an existing audience and expectations already in place. It’s like choosing between something familiar and something completely new. No matter how good the new option is, the familiar one often feels safer.

That’s why many see this as an unfair advantage.

But this advantage also comes with pressure.

While new games can surprise players, Bus Simulator 27 is constantly compared to its predecessors. Players expect improvements, changes and a clear evolution.

So the head start is real – but it doesn’t guarantee success.

In the end, everything comes down to how the game actually feels once you play it.

And that’s where things get interesting again.

Because while Bus Simulator 27 starts with trust, new games still have the chance to surprise you when you least expect it.

Be honest: does Bus Simulator 27 have the best chances – Yes or No? Do you trust the Bus Simulator brand? Does the developer matter more than the name? Will you try Bus Simulator 27 first? Or are you more interested in Bus Bound?