Babycar Driver
- May 22, 2018
- MCS
Get on Steam"Babycar Driver" is an endless runner game featuring the cute and agile Babycar. Explore various environments, collect stars and medals, and customize Babycar's appearance. With variable gravity, randomly generated levels, and over 135,000 Babycars to build, this Canabalt-style platformer offers endless replayability and challenges. Pause system allows for a break without losing progress.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a simple jumping mechanic that is easy to get used to.
- Some players find the game enjoyable and entertaining, even describing it as life-changing.
- There is a strong desire among some players for a sequel, indicating a level of engagement with the game.
- The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including random death zones, a high-pitched noise when jumping, and a lack of fullscreen support.
- Many players criticize the game for being unbalanced and visually unappealing, with poor contrast between platforms and backgrounds.
- The game is seen as a low-effort asset flip with a lack of originality and depth, making it difficult to recommend.
- graphics6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's graphics have been criticized for their low quality, featuring simplistic, cartoonish 2D visuals reminiscent of low-effort mobile apps, with no options for resolution or customization. Reviewers note that the lack of investment and skill in 3D graphics programming results in a visually unimpressive experience, particularly disappointing for a PC game.
“There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“The game features simple, cartoony 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort mobile apps.”
“Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a platforming experience featuring a cheerful car, primarily focused on jumping mechanics. Reviewers praise its high-quality execution, suggesting it deserves recognition for its engaging and enjoyable gameplay.
“A platformer with a smiling car, where gameplay is solely based on jumping.”
“Honestly, this should get the Game of the Year award because it has the high-quality gameplay everyone wants and needs.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy has been criticized for being unethical, with accusations of exploiting others' work for profit through cheap cash grabs on platforms like Steam.
“The game has shown a repeated pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab, either through this account or through closely linked/alternate accounts.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience.”
“I feel pressured to spend money to enjoy the game fully, which ruins the overall experience.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is based on true events, which adds a layer of authenticity and emotional depth to the narrative. Players appreciate how the real-life inspiration enhances the overall experience, making it more relatable and impactful.
