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 4
Xbox One
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Reviews
- The game features adorable graphics and a charming aesthetic that appeals to both children and adults.
- It offers a fun local multiplayer experience, reminiscent of classic kart racing games like Mario Kart.
- The driving mechanics are enjoyable, and the game has potential for further development and updates.
- The game suffers from poor controls and frustrating collision physics that can ruin the racing experience.
- There is a lack of intuitive menus and tutorials, making it difficult for players to navigate and understand the game.
- Many players feel the game is incomplete, with repetitive gameplay, limited content, and numerous bugs.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is visually appealing but suffers from incomplete mechanics, particularly in a racing context, leading to a frustrating experience for players who may not have the time or patience to engage with it. While the game offers straightforward access to levels and customization options, the lack of a compelling story and engaging track design diminishes the overall enjoyment, making the power-up mechanics feel underwhelming.
“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 wish, you can simply drive around at your own leisure!”
“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.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning quality and artistic design, with many users describing them as "eye candy" and "amazing." The visuals contribute significantly to the overall enjoyment and appeal of the game.
“I like this game; it has amazing graphics and is really fun.”
“The visuals are pretty awesome.”
“I love the concept and the artwork; the game simply looks amazing.”
- music5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it repetitive and forgettable, likening it to simplistic tunes reminiscent of children's shows. While the soundtrack complements the visuals and driving experience for some, others feel it lacks variety and depth, with minimal sound effects from the karts themselves. Overall, the audio experience appears to be a weak point, detracting from the overall gameplay.
“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.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game lacks a compelling story, leaving players feeling purposeless as they navigate the hub world without a clear narrative or objectives. While the gameplay is enjoyable, many users express a desire for a storyline to provide context and motivation for their racing experience.
“The game feels like Diddy Kong Racing, but it suffers without a story explaining why there is a hub world.”
“I felt purposeless while playing; 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 (and the lack of a menu screen to select levels).”
“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!”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, users find the game visually appealing and performing well, but note that as it is in early access, it does experience some bugs, such as getting stuck in walls. Despite these issues, there is optimism for future improvements and additional features.
“Looks great, runs great.”
“The game maintains a smooth performance without any noticeable lag.”
“I've experienced zero crashes since I started playing.”
“This game is pretty awesome, but since it is in early access, it is a little bit buggy. I often get stuck in walls and such.”
“The stability issues are frustrating; I frequently experience crashes that disrupt my gameplay.”
“I love the concept of the game, but the frequent glitches and lag make it hard to enjoy.”
- optimization1 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 and stuttering, even on systems that 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.”
