$1 Ride

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$1 Ride is a single player casual shooter game. It was developed by BeHappy Studios and was released on July 28, 2016. It received negative reviews from players.

"$1 Ride is a casual, fast-paced game set in space with timing-based gameplay. Collect power-ups to increase speed and gather loot, or risk fuel for money and missiles. Compete with friends on leaderboards, unlock new ships, and enjoy an original soundtrack by Eric Matyas.".

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36%

Audience ScoreBased on 362 reviews

music8 positive mentions

gameplay18 negative mentions

Simple and straightforward gameplay that is easy to pick up and play.
Affordable price point, making it accessible for casual gamers.
Engaging high score challenge that encourages replayability.

Game is unplayable on monitors with refresh rates above 60Hz, leading to frustrating experiences.
Limited content and repetitive gameplay can make it boring after a short time.
Basic graphics and lack of variety in gameplay diminish overall enjoyment.

gameplay
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
67%
25%
The gameplay of "$1 Ride" is widely criticized for being overly simplistic and repetitive, with minimal mechanics that fail to engage players for more than a few minutes. Many reviewers noted the lack of variety, frustrating controls, and a poorly executed speed mechanic that detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciated its casual nature and easy-to-understand controls, the consensus is that the game lacks depth and meaningful progression, making it difficult to recommend.
- “The gameplay is very simple, but expected for a $1 game. That being said, its simplicity and minimal mechanics are what makes it appealing.”
- “Okay, at first sight this game is quite fun - easy controls, simple mechanics - nice music.”
- “Fun gameplay.”
- “The game can become repetitive after a while, as there isn’t much variety in the gameplay.”
- “Its basic gameplay, lackluster visuals, frustrating controls, and absence of meaningful progression make it difficult to recommend.”
- “The gameplay is too simplistic to entertain for more than a couple of minutes.”
graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
75%
15%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for being basic, bland, and lacking detail, with many reviewers noting that they do not enhance the overall experience. While some players appreciate the retro aesthetic, the visuals are generally described as unremarkable and uninspiring, contributing to a sense of repetitiveness in gameplay. Overall, the graphics receive low ratings, often around 5/10, indicating a significant area for improvement.
- “The game's graphics are visually appealing and the background music by Eric Matyas adds to the overall excitement of the game.”
- “The fast-paced gameplay, visually appealing graphics, and fun soundtrack make this game a must-play for any casual gamer.”
- “I understand it's an indie title and I like the retro visual, and I'm not going to complain about the graphics.”
- “However, the limited content and basic graphics can make it feel repetitive after a while.”
- “The visuals are bland, lacking detail and immersion.”
- “The graphics and sounds are sub-par, and the gameplay is unexciting.”
music
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
64%
12%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the catchy and upbeat tracks by Eric Matyas, while others find the soundtrack repetitive and lacking variety, often looping a single track. Although the music adds to the overall experience, many users noted that it can become tedious after extended playtime, and the limited sound options detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, while the soundtrack has its charm, it may not be enough to sustain interest for long periods.
- “The game's graphics are visually appealing and the background music by Eric Matyas adds to the overall excitement of the game.”
- “The fast-paced gameplay, visually appealing graphics, and fun soundtrack make this game a must-play for any casual gamer.”
- “The soundtrack is produced by Eric Matyas, who has been in the industry for years and has developed an amazing reputation due to his skills in creating free music and sound effects.”
- “The soundtrack isn't outstanding and doesn't shine for its variety, as it's made by a bunch of tracks created with mild synthesizers.”
- “The music is just one short easy listening track on loop, and the only sound effect on offer is when you collect a speed up.”
- “There is nothing that would make me play more than 5 minutes; controls are bad, graphics are from before the Flash games era, and the soundtrack is limited to one short loop.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The game has limited replayability, primarily due to the absence of multiplayer options and a lack of substantial content to encourage repeated playthroughs. Users generally agree that the game offers little incentive for replay, rating its replay value as low.
- “ Infinitely replayable (or almost).”
- “The game lacks multiplayer options, which could have added a lot to its replayability and fun factor.”
- “Not much content in terms of replayability.”
- “There is very little replay value to this game.”
- “There is not much content in terms of replayability.”
- “Little replayability.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
The reviews highlight a contrasting perspective on the game's story; while one user emphasizes a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, another critic notes the absence of a narrative, stating that the game lacks a story altogether. Overall, the game's storytelling is perceived as minimal or non-existent.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Story: ★”
- “this game has no story”
- “0 (no story)”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that grinding in the game is often seen as tedious and unprofitable, particularly for farming trading cards, with players expressing dissatisfaction over the lack of content relative to the time invested. While some enjoy the upbeat soundtrack, the overall experience is marred by the repetitive nature of the grinding, leading to a consensus that the rewards do not justify the effort.
- “After playing 2 hours of this game, I had already found it to be tedious.”
- “Despite the upbeat soundtrack, which was quite charming in its own regard, $1 ride got really tedious really quickly.”
- “The $1 ride is not worth the $1; for 50 cents, maybe, but anything above that does not give enough content (about an hour was used for card grinding).”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Users report that the game experiences occasional bugs and glitches, indicating that stability is a concern for some players. While not universally problematic, these issues can detract from the overall experience.
- “The game runs smoothly without any noticeable bugs or glitches.”
- “I've experienced consistent performance throughout my gameplay, which really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't encountered any crashes or major issues.”
- “I encountered occasional bugs and glitches that affected my gameplay experience.”
- “The game is plagued by frequent glitches that disrupt the overall stability.”
- “There are numerous bugs that make the game feel unstable at times.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy is well-suited for the target game market, receiving positive feedback for its effectiveness and alignment with player expectations.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is generally perceived as lacking uniqueness, failing to create a distinct or memorable environment for players.