Moscow Bus Driver

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Ever wanted to feel what it's like to drive a massive bus through actual Moscow streets without the pressure of real traffic tickets? Moscow Bus Driver drops you behind the wheel of authentic Russian buses—from the classic LiAZ-5292 to the modern KamAZ-6282 electric bus—on real city routes. It's a chill driving simulator where your job is simple: follow the route, stop at the right spots, and don't crash. Perfect for anyone who finds steering a 12-ton vehicle through tight city corners oddly satisfying.

Key Features

• Real Moscow Routes: Drive actual routes C854 and 242 with a proper city map in the corner.
• Six Bus Models: Unlock everything from Soviet-era LiAZ classics to modern electric buses and the GAZel Next minibus.
• Day and Night Cycle: The lighting shifts as you drive, adding a bit of atmosphere to your routes.
• Authentic Audio: Genuine Moscow bus announcements play as you hit each stop—it's weirdly immersive.

How to Play Moscow Bus Driver

Getting started is simple—staying on schedule takes practice.

Master the Basic Driving

You control the bus with WASD keys like any driving game. The steering is deliberately heavy—these aren't sports cars. Use C to switch between first-person cockpit view and third-person camera angles. The minimap in the top-right corner shows your route as a red line, so keep one eye on it. Headlights toggle with L, and you've got working turn signals on Q and E (actually useful for tight intersections).

Nail the Bus Stops

This is where the game gets tricky. You need to pull into the red circle at each stop, bring your speed down to exactly 0 km/h, then hit 1 to open all doors. The game won't register the stop unless you're completely stopped inside the zone. Wait a few seconds for passengers to board, close the doors, and pull back into traffic. Miss a stop or overshoot the circle, and you'll have to loop back around.

Complete Routes and Unlock Buses

Finish routes to earn coins (that gold counter in the UI). Cleaner driving—fewer crashes, hitting every stop—pays better. Spend your earnings on new bus models. Each vehicle handles slightly different; the electric KamAZ accelerates smoother than the older LiAZ models, which feel like driving a brick with an engine.

Who is Moscow Bus Driver for?

This is for the chill gamers and bus simulator enthusiasts. If you loved Bus Simulator 18 or OMSI 2 but want something you can play in a browser without a 50GB download, this scratches that itch. It's also solid for teens who want a driving game without cops or explosions—just pure transportation logistics. Not recommended if you need constant action; this is about zen route-following, not street racing.

The Gameplay Vibe

It's relaxing in that oddly meditative way simulators can be. The graphics are functional but dated—think basic Unity assets with flat lighting and low-poly buildings. It's not going to wow you visually, but it runs smooth even on older laptops. The Moscow bus announcements are a cool touch, giving it authenticity even if the city model itself is simplified. The day/night cycle helps break up the monotony on longer routes. Audio-wise, you get engine rumble and street ambience, nothing fancy. It's the kind of game you play while listening to music or a podcast.

Technical Check: Saves & Performance

The game saves your progress and coin balance automatically through your browser cache—just don't clear your site data or you'll start fresh. Performance-wise, it's super light. I ran it on a mid-range laptop without a hiccup, and the mobile version works fine on phones from 2019 or newer. The controls respond well; steering isn't floaty, which matters when you're threading a bus through narrow Moscow streets.

Quick Verdict: Pros & Cons

A solid pick if you want a no-stress driving sim you can play in your browser.

• ✅ Pro: Real Moscow routes with authentic bus announcements add unexpected immersion.
• ✅ Pro: Six different buses to unlock, each with distinct handling.
• ❌ Con: Graphics are pretty bare-bones—don't expect modern visual polish.

Controls

The controls are responsive and well-mapped for a browser game. Keyboard setup feels natural once you memorize the door toggles.

• Desktop: WASD to drive, 1/2/3/4 for doors, C for camera, Q/E for turn signals, TAB to pause, L for headlights, H for horn.
• Mobile: On-screen pedals for gas/brake, arrows for steering, buttons for doors and lights.

Release Date & Developer

Developed by alexkab and released on January 1, 2023. It's an indie Unity project that focuses on authentic route simulation over flashy graphics.