Bears Can't Drift!?
- August 8, 2016
- Arran Langmead
Get on Steam"Bears Can't Drift!?" is a quirky racing game where players control bears on hoverboards. The objective is to race through various tracks while performing tricks to gain boost. With its unique premise, charming graphics, and simple controls, it's a fun and lighthearted experience for players of all ages.
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Playstation 5
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Xbox One
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Reviews
- Adorable and clean presentation that's appealing for gamers of all ages.
- Simple and enjoyable kart gameplay reminiscent of classic titles like Mario Kart.
- Great local multiplayer experience that can provide hours of fun.
- Lack of instructions and menus makes figuring out how to play a chore.
- Many bugs and game-ending glitches that hinder the overall experience.
- The game can feel repetitive and lacks depth in gameplay mechanics.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is visually appealing but lacks depth, with many players finding it incomplete and unengaging, particularly in a racing context. While it offers straightforward mechanics and customization options, the absence of a compelling story and the dullness of the tracks detract from the overall experience, making it less enjoyable for those seeking a fun and immersive kart racing game.
“There is no story to follow in this game, it’s just straight up gameplay.”
“From here, you can access each individual level, change the gameplay mode, change the color of your bear and add other players – or if you so wish, you can simply drive around at your own leisure!”
“Adorable and clean presentation that's appealing for gamers of all ages, simple and enjoyable kart gameplay, decent amount of tracks and content.”
“This is a terrible mechanic to have in a kart game or any kind of racing game, so I really can't recommend the game mostly because of this one thing that ruins pretty much the whole game for anybody who doesn't have time and patience to learn a game that's not really that fun.”
“There is no story to follow in this game; it’s just straight up gameplay.”
“You can combine power-ups, but I did not find this mechanic that engaging on these boring tracks.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for being stunning and visually appealing, with many users describing them as "eye candy" and highlighting the impressive artwork and overall aesthetic.
“The visuals are pretty awesome.”
“I love the concept and the artwork; the game simply looks amazing.”
“The graphics are eye candy.”
- music10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it repetitive and forgettable, likening it to simplistic children's tunes. While the soundtrack complements the visuals and driving experience, many feel that the overall audio design is lacking, particularly due to the absence of engine sounds and a sense of incompleteness in the sound effects.
“The music, the scenery, and the driving all fit very well together.”
“The gameplay in combination with the menu screens, music, and sound effects almost seem incomplete.”
“All I hear is music and items whizzing by; the karts seem almost silent.”
“Repetitive soundtracks that are easily forgettable.”
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game lacks a compelling story, leaving players feeling purposeless and without a clear goal beyond the gameplay itself. Many reviewers noted that the absence of a narrative diminishes the experience, particularly in relation to the hub world and level selection. Overall, while the racing mechanics are enjoyable, a stronger story element is needed to provide context and motivation.
“I felt purposeless; I needed something to achieve. Racing was fun, but there needs to be a higher goal!”
“There is no story to follow in this game, it’s just straight up gameplay.”
“Needs a story, I felt purposeless; I needed something to achieve. Racing was fun, but there needs to be a higher goal!”
“The game feels like Diddy Kong Racing, but suffers without a story explaining why there is a hub world.”
- stability5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while it looks and runs well, players have reported various bugs and glitches, particularly in its early access state, including issues like getting stuck in walls and game-ending errors. Users express optimism for future improvements, but the current lack of clear instructions and menus adds to the frustration.
“Looks great, runs great.”
“Looks great, runs great.”
“This game is pretty awesome, but since it is in early access, it is a little bit buggy, with issues like getting stuck in walls. I have high hopes for this game.”
“[Lack of instructions and menus makes figuring out how to play a chore. It's way too easy to get disoriented, and there are many bugs and game-ending glitches.]”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized, with players experiencing significant performance issues, including low frame rates (25-30 fps) and frequent stuttering, particularly on systems that only meet the recommended specifications.
“I have a desktop PC that just barely meets the recommended specs, and I only get 25-30 FPS with stuttering and frame drops below 20 FPS.”
