Asphalt 8 - Car Racing Game
Get on Play Store"Asphalt 8 - Car Racing Game" is a fast-paced racing game with great gameplay and stunning visuals. The game features a variety of cars and motorcycles to drive, as well as online multiplayer. However, it has a high level of grinding, excessive advertisements, and bugs that can detract from the overall experience. Despite some flaws, the game is full of humor and provides wholesome entertainment for racing enthusiasts.
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- Great graphics and gameplay, providing an immersive racing experience.
- Wide variety of cars and events, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging.
- Fun and addictive, with many players enjoying the competitive multiplayer aspect.
- Excessive ads interrupt gameplay, often leading to frustration among players.
- High costs for cars and upgrades make it difficult for free-to-play users to progress.
- Recent updates have introduced bugs and issues, such as crashes and connectivity problems.
- graphics2,484 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics in Asphalt 8: Airborne are widely praised for their realism and detail, often described as stunning and comparable to console-quality visuals. Players appreciate the vibrant environments, well-designed cars, and smooth animations, which enhance the overall racing experience. However, some users report issues with graphics settings not saving properly and express a desire for further improvements, particularly in terms of optimization for lower-end devices.
“The graphics are excellent!”
“The graphics are amazing for a mobile device, but there are way too many steps to begin a race.”
“The graphics are stunning and the racing is action-packed and gratifying while complimented by a great soundtrack.”
“The graphics are very poor, and the big problem is high gb game, but in play store, it gets low mb 80, this is a big problem, it took him mad.”
“I love everything about it but I need the graphics to be GTA V graphics and a button at the main menu that says free play and you push that and then there's like a knob there's two knobs two buttons that say online or offline that's all I need.”
“The graphics are the worst of all the games.”
- monetization1,780 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the frequency and length of these ads, which often appear after every race or action, making the game feel more like an advertising platform than a racing experience. Additionally, users report issues with ad rewards not being credited, leading to a perception of a pay-to-win model where in-game purchases are necessary to progress effectively. Overall, while the game retains its enjoyable elements, the intrusive ads and monetization strategies have negatively impacted the user experience.
“You'd enjoy playing it if you learn how in-game purchases are not compulsory.”
“The game mechanically is excellent, it looks and feels great, the amount of microtransactions and also just what you can buy with them is completely over the top, it just ends up being pay to win too much of the time.”
“Graphics - superb gameplay - very good performance - good plus, you can win most of it by just playing and only some stuff need in-app purchases.”
“The game is splendid, perfect control, though I would love to be inside the car. The graphics are on track, but my only problem is the car sales and the irritating ads. You guys need to work on that. I love the game, but it's worth five stars because of the ads. Some ads are unnecessary, waste of time and data, which is expensive nowadays, and the ads are making the game freeze, which is going to make many people delete it.”
“It's a good game, but the ads are too intrusive. Sometimes the screen turns white after an ad, and I have to restart the game. The graphics are great, and the gameplay is good, but the ads kill every fun you try to have with the game.”
“The amount of ads is unbelievable! You get bombarded with ads before the game, in the middle of the game, and after the game. It's like 50% ads and 50% gameplay, and the ads can't be skipped, so it's frustrating.”
- gameplay455 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fun mechanics, smooth controls, and engaging racing experience, with many players highlighting the impressive graphics. However, a significant number of reviews express frustration over intrusive ads, high car prices, and a pay-to-win model that detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some players appreciate the improvements and variety in gameplay, others feel that the excessive monetization and frequent updates have negatively impacted the experience.
“The gameplay is absolutely amazing; I love to play it.”
“The graphics, gameplay, controls, and everything are truly a work of art that gives us goosebumps when we're bored out and have nothing better to do.”
“The gameplay is great and graphics are too stunning for a mobile device.”
“It's like 50% ads and 50% gameplay, and the ads can't be skipped, so it's frustrating.”
“This game was good, but the reason I uninstalled it is because it has so many ads... in every 30 seconds, ads during game pause, and ads to upgrade a car... so much waste, totally ruining my gameplay experience.”
“The gameplay is boring.”
- music256 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in Asphalt 8: Airborne receives mixed reviews from players, with many praising the energetic soundtracks that enhance the racing experience. However, there is significant disappointment regarding the removal of older tracks, particularly rock music, and the introduction of new songs that some players find less appealing. Overall, while the game's music contributes positively to the gameplay, many users express a desire for a return to the classic tracks and a broader selection of genres.
“The music is awesome and inspired me to make my very own Asphalt 8: Airborne playlist.”
“Amazing tracks, the vehicles handle perfectly, and the music is awesome.”
“This game is awesome; the soundtracks are amazing and overall a great experience.”
“I miss the way it was back in 2015, also the soundtrack is absolutely terrible now and the avatars just shouldn't be a thing, not to mention that it's even worse in the pay-to-win aspect.”
“The music in the main menu is boring!”
“After this recent update, the songs got stuck, the lobby song keeps on repeating and doesn't change.”
- stability148 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, crashing, and glitches during gameplay, particularly after recent updates. Many players experience interruptions during races, matchmaking, and ad viewing, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While the graphics and overall gameplay are praised, the persistent technical issues hinder enjoyment and make the game nearly unplayable for some users.
“Still one of the best games in the app store. We were happy with Airborne and needed stable, bug-free gameplay. Asphalt 8 has done it and provides lag-free gameplay up to date without losing graphics quality. Go for it.”
“No bugs, no glitches.”
“Love the game! No glitches, good maps, and I play this game every single day.”
“The game is really fun, but it is so buggy that it's unplayable.”
“After the update, there's been many issues including app crashes, freezes, etc. As a paying customer, I contacted customer service several times over the last month, but customer service is very poor with only 1 or 2 staff available.”
“Every time you enter a world series race, the game freezes as opponents are being searched for.”
- optimization101 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its ability to run smoothly on low-end devices and appreciating the high-quality graphics. However, many users have reported issues such as lag, stuttering, and poor performance after updates, particularly on older hardware. Additionally, the presence of frequent ads has been noted to negatively impact overall performance, leading to a less enjoyable gaming experience.
“Other than that, the gameplay is engaging, even though repetitive sometimes, it still holds up visually, and the game itself is very optimized for most mobile devices.”
“It is also very well optimized considering the fact I can run this game on high settings on an LG K20 (a low-end phone) and still get solid frames.”
“I'm highly recommending this game if you're looking for outstanding app performance and graphic enhancements, download Asphalt 8 today and see for yourself what a quality gaming experience is all about.”
“The game's optimization has been ruined and it consumes even more battery.”
“Constant and numerous ads are not only annoying, but they also substantially slow down overall performance.”
“If that wasn't bad enough, its performance is awful even on newer hardware. I mean, this game is like 8 years old and used to run better on 2015 phones.”
- story81 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 88 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is criticized for lacking depth and engagement, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative or storyline to enhance the gameplay experience. While some enjoy the missions and racing elements, they feel that the absence of a compelling story makes the game repetitive and less enjoyable, particularly as many missions require real money to progress. Overall, players are calling for improvements in the quest system and a more rewarding structure to make the game more accessible and enjoyable for all players.
“I love the story mode, moto bliss, and the gauntlet race.”
“The game play, storyline, graphics are just top notch.”
“Honestly, I've been playing this for a few years now, I love the story. I haven't quite finished it, but its graphics are better than any other games like this I've seen, and its controls are easy and quick to learn.”
“The game is great in everything—the graphics, the tracks, and the cars—but the problem is that you can't enjoy the game without spending real money. For example, why do I even bother doing the quests if I didn't buy it? The free pass rewards can't even be considered rewards until you reach their 15, and the good cars have to be bought with real money. Mostly everything must be bought with real money to enjoy the game.”
“There is no story mode; career mode is there, but no story makes it boring playing it again and again.”
“With each update, the game gets worse and worse. Finally, with the last update, this game is literally broken. You cannot get enough money to progress in the main story mode, and some of us are thrown back a couple of seasons in the career mode because of this recent nonsense update. Tier changes are so badly done, and car prices have gone insanely high.”
- grinding79 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game's grinding mechanics have become excessively tedious and frustrating, with many players feeling that progress is heavily gated by microtransactions and a lack of rewarding gameplay. While some users appreciate the introduction of events that make acquiring cars easier, the overall sentiment is that the game has shifted towards a pay-to-win model, making it difficult for free-to-play players to advance without significant grinding. Many long-time fans express disappointment over the changes, feeling that the game has lost its original charm and accessibility.
“Grinding in this game adds a layer of challenge that keeps you engaged and motivated to improve your skills.”
“The grind makes every achievement feel rewarding, as you know you've put in the effort to earn it.”
“I love how the grinding aspect encourages strategic planning and resource management, making each decision impactful.”
“The only way to get those currencies is either through in-game purchases or grinding multiplayer 24/7.”
“You can't get far without grinding forever or spending money; the online matchmaking system is bad, and you can get put in with people who are so fast you don't have a chance at not finishing last.”
“It's boring to go back in the campaign and grind money from previously completed campaign stages.”
- humor17 mentions
- 94 % positive mentions
- -12 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often derived from its technical glitches and absurdities, such as server issues that allow ads to play flawlessly while gameplay suffers. Players find irony in the game's progression problems, like losing significant progress or encountering unresponsive features, which they describe as both frustrating and amusing. Overall, while some users appreciate the game's comedic elements, many express disappointment over its shift towards a pay-to-win model and the perceived greed of the developers, which detracts from the fun.
“The funny thing is, there are times the server is down and everything is not working right, but the ads are still playing perfectly.”
“And the most funny thing is that I farmed over 5 million credits, 104 cars with so many maxed out, suddenly I found all my progress lost with 1 car (Dodge Dart) and a debt of 5 million credits.”
“Worst support team ever exists... I've been playing the game for almost 7 years, it was once the best game and when I returned I was looking to recover my data, the support team took 90+ days to reply, isn't it funny?”
“Not funny, Gameloft.”
“The humor falls flat and feels forced.”
“I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
- emotional13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a mix of nostalgia and frustration regarding the emotional experience of Asphalt 8. While the game evokes fond memories and excitement through its graphics and gameplay, many users feel heartbroken by recent changes, such as sensitive controls and technical issues, which detract from their enjoyment and connection to the game. The emotional rollercoaster of fun moments is often overshadowed by feelings of disappointment and longing for the game's earlier, more enjoyable state.
“It's fun and heartbreaking, but you'll get used to it.”
“Best graphics, controls, and attractive gameplay I have ever seen... just mind-blowing sequences and terrible crashes of the car shown in an explained and different way which is heart touching.”
“It made me feel nostalgic because of the many hours I'd spent playing it as a kid.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is highly praised, with many players enjoying the longer levels and engaging gameplay. However, some users express frustration over the unreplayable mastery races and the reliance on stable Wi-Fi for car upgrades and purchases, which can hinder the overall experience. Despite these issues, the game's graphics and fun factor contribute to its strong replay value.
“The replay value is through the roof fun.”
“The levels are much longer compared to Asphalt 9, making this game excellent and very replayable.”
“It may be difficult to obtain cars early in the game, but this is probably one of the top racing games considering its graphics and its replayability.”
“Gameloft, why the heck did you make mastery races unreplayable?”
“I can't upgrade my cars. I get that my Wi-Fi is terrible, but at this point, the game is unplayable because you can't play with bad Wi-Fi. The loading takes forever, and you can't buy cars either. It's annoying and quite unfair. Please make the game more playable by making car upgrading and purchasing a non-Wi-Fi related feature.”
“The extraterrestrial for Atari was more playable than this.”
