It's much more "polisher" than "mechanic" simulator: usually you just need to remove the rust from the tank, then paint it. Even if something is broken, you can easily buy a spare, as if there's a depot somewhere that's loaded with replacement parts for Sturmtiger, KV-2 and StuG. [Issue#244, p.50]

Are you a tank enthusiast? If the answer is yes, Tank Mechanic Simulator will make you smile as you dig out, renovate and exhibit your own iconic machine. But you’ll also be bored by bland assignments that always repeat themselves and never end.

Rather a form of interactive relaxation than a real challenge Tank Mechanic Simulator caters to a niche group of gamers who unfortunately won’t look past its shortcomings in graphics, irritating walks with metal detector or long loading times. [04/2020, p.79]