Black Sand Drift
- September 8, 2016
- Echo Hall Studios
Get on Steam"Black Sand Drift" is a racing game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Players compete in high-speed races across treacherous desert landscapes, using a variety of vehicles equipped with nitro boosts and weapons. The objective is to be the first to cross the finish line while battling against opponents and navigating through harsh environments.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and engaging story set in the Kotiro galaxy, with a heavy emphasis on characters and narrative.
- The soundtrack is praised for its quality and variety, with many players finding it enjoyable and engaging.
- The game can be a good way to pass the time for those who enjoy simple yet challenging gameplay.
- The graphics are simplistic and reminiscent of low-quality art, which detracts from the overall experience.
- The gameplay mechanics are criticized for being uninspired and lacking depth, with disorganized enemy AI and repetitive level design.
- The music is often described as out of place and obnoxiously loud, with no option to turn it off, leading to frustration among players.
- music40 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising the engaging soundtrack and its unique composition, while others find it out of place and obnoxious. Many appreciate the variety of tracks, noting that it enhances the overall experience, but there are also strong criticisms regarding its compatibility with the game's atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack appears to be a significant draw for some, while others feel it detracts from the gameplay.
“The game also features a fantastic soundtrack consisting of 25 tracks, with guitars, bass, drums, and vocals, which is a rarity for games in this genre.”
“The soundtrack is this game's main draw to me, and my hours came from enjoying listening to it while watching my character die over and over.”
“What sold me, honestly, was the music; I found there was some work put into the composition and I liked the opening theme a lot.”
“However, the music is not to my liking as it feels completely out of place.”
“The music felt like it was picked with literally no concern for its compatibility with the game.”
“The game looks like it's made in paint; also, the music is very bad and obnoxious.”
- gameplay18 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Black Sand Drift" is characterized by automatic shooting at randomly appearing ships, which many players find to be overly simplistic and generic. While the game features some mildly interesting mechanics, it ultimately lacks innovation and is criticized for its difficulty and overall execution, leading to a negative reception.
“Black Sand Drift is a unique and engaging shoot 'em up game that takes place in the Kotiro galaxy, where mechanical bots called Spiral have been oppressing the five planets and their citizens for over 300 years.”
“The world is under the control of these mechanical beings called Spiral, who collect a resource from the planet Kotiro called black sand.”
“Mechanics feel pretty goofy, but honestly it's the least notable issue in the game.”
“The gameplay consists of random ships appearing for you to shoot, with shooting being an automatic process.”
“From mechanics to AI, art to music (the music being one of the worst choices in my opinion), plot to user interface; everything was a negative for me.”
“But the gameplay is really bad.”
- story14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The story in "Black Sand Drift" is a central element that aims to engage players through a dialog-driven narrative across 25 levels and five locations, emphasizing character development and life lessons. However, opinions are divided; while some find the narrative immersive and compelling, others criticize it as convoluted and lacking creativity, describing the plot as thin and unoriginal. Overall, the effectiveness of the story varies significantly among players.
“Additionally, there is a story to keep you engaged throughout the game.”
“One of the standout features of Black Sand Drift is its heavy emphasis on characters and story, which is delivered through a dialog-driven narrative that plays out over 25 levels in five different locations.”
“The graphics, music, controls, and story all come together to create an immersive experience that will keep you hooked for hours on end.”
“The plot is paper-thin and not creative in the slightest.”
“Confusing and convoluted story.”
“From mechanics to AI, art to music (the music being one of the worst choices in my opinion), plot to user interface; everything was a negative for me.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the modern, immersive visuals that enhance the overall experience, while others criticize the simplistic art style as either irritating or unremarkable. Despite the varied opinions, many agree that the graphics contribute to the game's fast-paced and engaging nature.
“The graphics, music, controls, and story all come together to create an immersive experience that will keep you hooked for hours on end.”
“Fast game with modern-day graphics and easy controls that move from location A to B to C and so on.”
“I like the simple graphics and the out-of-place soundtrack.”
“Whether it was art style, placement, available options, reactivity, or some other factor I forgot about, they were all either irritating or extremely unimportant.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally view grinding positively, particularly for game farming, as it allows for resource accumulation and character progression. However, the repetitive nature of grinding may not appeal to everyone.
