Apex Point
- March 4, 2023
- Apex Studio
- 11h median play time
Get on Steam"Apex Point" is an early access open-world racing simulator set in Japan, built in Unity 3D. The game offers first-person customization and tuning for various racing styles, such as drag, drift, and street racing. With a dynamic environment, intelligent traffic system, and realistic physics, players can live out their automotive dreams in this simulator/Sim-Cade experience, featuring dynamic weather and day/night cycles.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers extensive car customization and tuning options, appealing to car enthusiasts.
- It successfully combines elements from various racing games, providing a unique experience.
- The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, showing commitment to the game's future.
- The game is currently lacking in content, with only a few cars and limited gameplay options.
- There are numerous bugs and performance issues that hinder the overall experience.
- The driving physics can be inconsistent, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.
- gameplay80 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game is a blend of mechanic simulation and racing, appealing to fans of both genres, though it currently suffers from limited content and numerous glitches. While the core mechanics and driving physics show promise, players express a desire for more cars, tuning options, and a more refined experience overall. Despite its early access state, the game has potential to evolve into a compelling title for car enthusiasts, provided it addresses its current shortcomings.
“Great gameplay, concept, and the cars sound awesome. I can't wait for them to release the new one so I can hop back on and fully enjoy it.”
“The gameplay loop is already fairly solid enough; car selection is limited but improving.”
“Amazing game! Even for being in such early development, it has really cool mechanics, and the fact that you can build your own engine part by part and somewhat tune it is awesome. Most games that allow this don't have very good driving physics, but the physics in this game are great.”
“Not worth the money, lots of glitches, absolutely no information on how to get started, and the gameplay doesn't match the screenshots at all.”
“Adding new car parts instead of adding/fixing gameplay, and the car assembly system is literally just point-and-click (I thought it's impossible to make it lazier than CMS, but they managed).”
“There's very little in terms of gameplay right now, just not enough to warrant paying for just yet.”
- graphics44 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their potential and attention to detail, particularly in car design and environmental aesthetics, though some users note performance issues and graphical glitches. While many appreciate the visual style and realism, especially in the context of a beta release, there are concerns about optimization and the overall quality of the world design. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point with room for improvement as the game continues to develop.
“Visually, the game takes on a nice style, seemingly targeting the dark and glossy nighttime aesthetic. The game does a great job of capturing that sharp, rainy kanjo feeling, especially this early in development.”
“The graphics are amazing, and the driving physics are even better.”
“A wonderful game with plenty of potential, has a good amount of customization, an adequate amount of depth, and somewhat appealing visuals.”
“It's very poorly optimized graphically.”
“Game performance still hasn't improved; it stutters and lags constantly regardless of graphic settings. Some players experience this issue while others don't, but having a 2080 Ti on a map with barely anything in it isn't confidence-inspiring. It's not unplayable, though.”
“Yes, the car graphics are pretty, but that's not everything. The world is ugly, the other cars look bad, and it's currently not worth £15.”
- stability30 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting various glitches and bugs that affect gameplay, particularly in its early access state. While some players find the game enjoyable and recognize its potential, they acknowledge that it is currently poorly optimized and prone to issues like crashes and graphical glitches. Overall, while the game shows promise, its stability remains a major drawback that players hope will improve with future updates.
“The devs are very keen to help players out and ensure the game is bug-free.”
“The game is not finished yet; it's in early access, so don't expect a bug-free experience. The devs are still working on the game, so we have to let them cook.”
“Not worth the money, lots of glitches, absolutely no information on how to get started and the gameplay doesn't match the screenshots at all.”
“It's very buggy and glitchy in its current state, but that is expected in an early access game.”
“Let's be honest, there are a lot of bugs and glitches, the game is poorly optimized and feels very arcade-like.”
- optimization25 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 36 % negative mentions
The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, with many players experiencing crashes, stuttering, and inconsistent frame rates across various hardware setups. While some acknowledge the game's potential and appreciate its visual quality, the overwhelming sentiment is that significant improvements are needed to enhance performance and stability. Players are hopeful for future updates but currently advise against purchasing due to these optimization issues.
“The optimization can be okay: I use a 1660 Ti and I can get a stable 60 fps, but it's pretty heavy on the PC at the moment.”
“Overall, great experience, just make sure you have a somewhat good computer, as my PC with GTX 1050 Ti and i5 7300HQ with 16GB of RAM struggles to keep a consistent 35 fps with low/medium graphics; but the game is still in the beta phase so some performance issues are to be expected.”
“This game has some of the worst optimization I've ever seen, crashing on startup every subsequent launch.”
“Game performance still hasn't gotten much better; the game stutters and lags constantly no matter what your graphic settings are. Some seem to have this problem, others don't, but for having a 2080 Ti on a map with barely anything in it isn't confidence inspiring.”
“The game currently suffers from significant optimization issues, which can make it difficult to fully enjoy.”
- story23 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its absence, with players noting a lack of engaging narrative or motivating content beyond a few repetitive delivery missions. While there are some activities like drag racing and time trials, the overall experience feels grindy and underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more diverse missions and character interactions. Many reviewers express hope for future updates to enhance the story and gameplay content.
“Although it's slow at the start, a couple of time attack or delivery missions will be more than enough to get you going in a couple of hours.”
“Alot of detail for an earlier release; so far no issues, just want more content and missions to explore.”
“At the same time, the sample of missions and races are fun to compete against yourself for better scores/times.”
“Not recommended as of now, the game lacks a story or any other sort of motivating content; it's just a big open map with some stuff to do, with no real motivation to do any of it.”
“Its also incredibly grindy toward the beginning, only really allowing for package shipment missions, and the same one at that.”
“Framerate can be choppy, the map lacks sustenance, and the missions content can only be described as lacking.”
- grinding11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 82 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite tedious, especially at the beginning where options are limited to repetitive missions for money. While some appreciate the customization opportunities and the satisfaction of building up their cars, many feel that the grinding can become monotonous and lacks engaging content, making it a subjective experience that may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the game offers solid mechanics but could benefit from more diverse ways to earn rewards.
“Customization isn't as tedious as a car mechanic.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“It's also incredibly grindy toward the beginning, only really allowing for package shipment missions, and the same one at that.”
“However, the lack of content makes the grinding for money very tedious, at least until you get your first fast car.”
“Only one decent way to earn any money, so if you get bored of grinding out a single race with no opponents several times for a single performance part, this isn't for you at all.”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing glitches, such as cars unexpectedly flying into the sky, and the playful customization options that evoke nostalgia for classic racing games. Players appreciate the lighthearted touches, like the Pizza Planet pickup, and find the overall experience enjoyable, especially for car enthusiasts. Despite some technical issues, the game's quirks contribute to its charm and comedic appeal.
“Also, the Pizza Planet pickup was a humorous touch. Can't wait for the UE5 version to be released.”
“Man, I can't give this game enough love! The bugs are minor and honestly funny to see my car fly 100 meters into the sky. The gear shift is fun and smooth; I just love it all.”
“I love the engine sounds and how you can work on your car. If you decide to reset your car, sometimes you get stuck, but if you press the reset button a lot, you actually go flying up higher and higher. It's funny, but I wanted to let you know! Lol.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users express frustration with early access titles, perceiving them as cash grabs by developers rather than genuine opportunities for player feedback and development.
“I wish more developers would just not release 'early access' titles; it seems like a cash grab.”
“The monetization model feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending a fortune.”
“It's frustrating that so many features are locked behind paywalls, turning what could be a great experience into a money-making scheme.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of enjoyment and frustration regarding the emotional aspect of the game, highlighting that despite experiencing chaotic moments, such as their car bouncing unexpectedly, they still find the overall experience enjoyable and engaging.
