4x4 Dream Race
- July 15, 2014
- Dream Up
Get on Steam"4x4 Dream Race" is a racing game where you drive a powerful monster truck in 4 different races. The goal is to finish in the top 3 to advance, while avoiding obstacles and staying on the road to maintain speed and hit checkpoints. A fun and challenging experience for fans of off-road racing.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The concept of racing with monster trucks is appealing.
- There is a sense of 'flow' when using nitro, which can be enjoyable.
- Some players find humor in the game's shortcomings, making it a potential joke gift.
- The game suffers from horrible camera shaking and poor graphics, leading to a frustrating experience.
- Controls are inconsistent and can lead to confusion, making it difficult to navigate the tracks.
- There is a lack of content, with only one usable car and limited tracks, making progression nearly impossible.
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the retro PSX/N64 aesthetics while others criticize them as subpar, likening them to outdated visuals reminiscent of early 3D games. Overall, the graphics are described as acceptable but not impressive, with a few users expressing a preference for a more nostalgic, jagged style.
“Better graphics than Watch Dogs. 10/10.”
“I enjoy the visuals personally; I'm the kind of person who enjoys jagged edges and would prefer games to look like PS2 games rather than Crysis or whatever.”
“The graphics have a retro PSX/N64 type aesthetic; not great but not bad.”
“The graphics are an okay retro PSX/N64 type aesthetic; not great but not bad.”
“Graphics suck; gameplay doesn't interest players at all.”
“A game has managed to get onto Steam that looks like the N64 version of Hot Wheels Racing, but with worse graphics.”
- music7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been widely criticized for its repetitive and low-quality soundtrack, featuring only one short track that quickly becomes grating. Many players find it unappealing and poorly produced, detracting significantly from the overall experience. Overall, the music is seen as a major flaw, with reviewers recommending against playing the game due to this aspect.
“As for music, I hope you enjoy the one song it comes with!”
“Though this game has a good soundtrack, I would not recommend wasting your time playing it.”
“Because there is only one soundtrack in the game which will make you want to bury your head in the ground as quickly as possible, like you're some type of ostrich.”
“It's for people who enjoy repetitive music that is a 4-second track that is on a constant loop.”
“It sounds like someone made it in a few minutes using samples from a music-making program.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is polarizing, appealing to those who prefer a focus on mechanics over narrative, but some find it uninteresting and lacking depth. While a few players enjoy the driving and racing elements, overall impressions suggest that the gameplay may not be engaging enough to hold players' attention for long.
“Hours and hours of gameplay.”
“Graphics suck, gameplay doesn't interest players at all.”
“I know nothing of its history, or how evil the company is or anything, and I judge it only by the gameplay I've played so far, which has only been a few minutes.”
“As for the gameplay, I've only played a few minutes, but it's decently enjoyable driving around and racing.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is minimal, appealing primarily to players who prioritize gameplay over narrative depth.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth.”
“I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired.”
“The characters are one-dimensional and fail to engage the player.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing skepticism about its free-to-play model on Steam, suggesting that it may lack genuine value.
“So you might be thinking, 'Wow, MFC recruiter John, is this just a free game dumped on Steam as a cash grab?'”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
“It seems like every feature is locked behind a paywall, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
