American Speedway Manager

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"American Speedway Manager" is a racing strategy game where you manage a team and customize your car for NASCAR-style oval circuits across 16 US cities. Adjust engine power, transmission, aerodynamics, and suspension to affect vehicle behavior, acceleration, and tire wear. Upgrade your car and utilize drag techniques to gain speed by drafting behind faster cars, as competitors will also improve with each race.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 335 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

monetization7 negative mentions

The game has a good concept and can be fun if you use strategy effectively.
Graphics are decent, and the game is playable without significant lag.
There is potential for improvement, and many players enjoy the racing experience despite its flaws.

The AI is often unbeatable, and they crash into players while avoiding crashes themselves.
Gameplay can become repetitive and lacks variety in tracks and race types.
There are numerous bugs, including issues with pit stops, crashes, and the overall mechanics of racing.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding it fun and exciting, while others criticize the mechanics as flawed and lacking diversity. Common complaints include slow progression, poor AI behavior, and limited track options, which detract from the overall experience. Despite some enjoyable elements, many feel that the gameplay ultimately falls short due to its various issues.
- “Gameplay is fun, there aren't many ads either.”
- “My only problem is there are only 3 tracks, but the gameplay, in my opinion, is pretty fun and can get a little exciting.”
- “Decent gameplay and graphics.”
- “The crashing mechanics are stupid; make the AI able to crash into each other, and allow crashing while trying to enter the pit lane.”
- “This game is trash; it can be fun, but the gameplay ruins it.”
- “The mechanics aren't that good; you can't cancel a pit, the AI are always faster than you no matter your strategy, and drafting doesn't make you go faster except for the AI.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
88%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players expressing frustration over forced ads after every action and issues with optional ads freezing and failing to provide rewards. While a few users appreciate the gameplay and find the ad frequency manageable, others feel that the number of ads detracts from the overall experience and are interested in a paid option to remove them.
- “I'm highly interested in paying for no ads.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel intrusive.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers optional purchases without pressuring players.”
- “Game is mediocre, but lately optional ads freeze with 1 second left then they fail to payout any reward.”
- “Also, hate all the forced ads after every action/race.”
- “Also, too many ads drives me nuts.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Overall, the graphics in the game are generally praised as decent to nice, with some players highlighting their realism and appeal, particularly in the car designs. However, there are mentions of glitches and a lack of personality in the visuals, suggesting room for improvement.
- “Besides that, decent graphics, pretty realistic strategy, solid game.”
- “Good luck for next games! This game is friggin' awesome with cool looking cars and graphics. The Chevy SS will be a legendary game.”
- “Game is nice, but when you block people, the graphics glitch out. They're decent overall.”
- “The graphics of the game are a problem, especially with the cars. They just don't look right, but it's still a lot more fun.”
- “Decent gameplay and graphics.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Players appreciate the music in the game but express frustration over the lack of an option to mute it, which hinders their ability to listen to other audio while playing. This limitation has led some to rate the game lower than they otherwise would.
- “The music in this game really enhances the overall experience and keeps the energy high.”
- “I love how the soundtrack complements the gameplay, making every moment feel more immersive.”
- “The variety of tracks keeps things fresh and exciting, adding to the enjoyment of the game.”
- “I like it, but the thing that annoys me is that there's no option to turn off the music.”
- “Would be 5, but I hate that I can't mute the game so I can listen to music and podcasts while playing. Coming off pit road, I end up going into the grass instead of being able to get right onto the track.”
- “Fun game if you understand drafting, but can the developer please make an option to turn the sound effects and music off, please?”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences frequent crashes and glitches, particularly affecting player interactions, while the AI remains stable. Despite these issues, players still find the overall experience enjoyable.
- “The game constantly glitches and crashes, while the AI never seems to have any issues.”
- “The point system is a bit odd, and the game experiences glitches from time to time, but overall it's still enjoyable.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect enjoyable initially, particularly during the early stages of car upgrades, but it becomes tedious and repetitive as they progress further in the game.
- “Fun for a bit, but becomes tedious after car upgrades are made.”
- “The grinding feels endless and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which quickly became boring.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky point system and occasional glitches, which add a lighthearted touch to the overall experience. Players find these elements amusing, contributing to the game's charm despite some technical issues.
- “The point system is a bit funny, and the game glitches sometimes, but other than that, it's awesome.”
- “The humor in the game is top-notch, with witty dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay, making even the toughest challenges feel lighthearted.”