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Blaze and the Monster Machines: Axle City Racers

Even as a thirty-something year old adult, it’s easy for me to see why kids would love Nickelodeon’s Blaze and the Monster Machines.
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64%Game Brain Score
replayability, music
gameplay, graphics
66% User Score Based on 55 reviews
Critic Score 57%Based on 2 reviews

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Blaze and the Monster Machines: Axle City Racers is a single player and multiplayer arcade racing game with a kids theme. It was developed by 3DClouds and was released on October 1, 2021. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

On your marks, get ready to race with Blaze and his monster machine friends! From Axle City’s colourful streets to the awesome Monster Dome stunt track, the world of Blaze is yours to explore! So buckle your seatbelts and take control of Blaze, Pickle, Darington, Zeg, Starla, Stripes… and even cheating Crusher! It’s time to race at blazing speed and go for the championship or compete with up to 4 …

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66%
Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews
replayability3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions

  • Extremely approachable and beginner-friendly racing game, perfect for young players and families.
  • Bright visuals and recognizable characters from the show make it appealing to kids, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Local multiplayer support allows for enjoyable couch co-op play, making it a great bonding activity for parents and children.
  • Game is very simplistic and lacks depth, making it painfully easy for older players and potentially boring after a short time.
  • Limited content with only a few tracks and no items or advanced mechanics, leading to repetitive gameplay.
  • High price point is not justified given the game's barebones nature and short completion time.
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by simple driving mechanics that prioritize ease of control, complemented by arcade elements like drifting for boost and collectible wrenches. While some players appreciate the fun and engaging aspects, particularly the chaining of drifts, others find the overall challenge lacking, especially experienced gamers. Additionally, educational tips enhance the experience without disrupting gameplay, aligning with the franchise's learning-focused theme.

    • “Races are enhanced by a light layer of arcade mechanics, including drifting to build boost and collecting wrenches scattered across the track.”
    • “Educational touches, such as STEM-themed tips displayed during loading screens, subtly reinforce the learning-focused spirit of the Blaze franchise without interrupting gameplay.”
    • “Driving mechanics are deliberately simple, prioritizing ease of control over precision.”
    • “Experienced racing game fans or older players may find the mechanics shallow and the challenge level minimal.”
    • “There's a very particular mechanic in this heaping pile of garbage that lets you chain drifts and speed across the entire map, and for that I have to say I had fun.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are bright and appealing, particularly for younger players, featuring beloved characters and simple visuals that enhance the experience. However, some reviews note that the graphics fall short of modern standards, with certain details lacking realism, such as puddles that don't splash. Overall, while the visuals may not impress hardcore gamers, they serve their purpose well for the target audience.

    • “It’s definitely geared toward younger players, but that actually made it perfect for us—simple controls, bright visuals, and characters he already loves from the show.”
    • “I never thought a game like this would be so great. The graphics are just magnificent, but the gameplay is top tier. This is way better than Counter-Strike, Fortnite, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Grand Theft Auto V. This is just something immaculate; I really cannot describe this in words. This game is so good.”
    • “It's far below the state-of-the-art visuals gamers expect as a result of their decisions.”
    • “Graphics are pretty lacking considering it's Unreal (puddles don't splash, for example).”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is notably enhanced, particularly in family settings, as it encourages siblings and parents to engage in competitive racing together.

    • “This feature significantly increases replay value, especially in households where siblings or parents want to race together.”
    • “The variety of game modes keeps me coming back for more, as there's always something new to try.”
    • “With multiple endings and choices that affect the story, I find myself replaying just to see how different decisions change the outcome.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally considered average, lacking standout qualities that would elevate the overall experience.

  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is minimal, primarily serving as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a focal point, as players often engage with it solely to complete achievements.

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Blaze and the Monster Machines: Axle City Racers is a arcade racing game with kids theme.

Blaze and the Monster Machines: Axle City Racers is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4 and others.

Blaze and the Monster Machines: Axle City Racers was released on October 1, 2021.

Blaze and the Monster Machines: Axle City Racers was developed by 3DClouds.

Blaze and the Monster Machines: Axle City Racers has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its replayability but disliked it for its gameplay.

Blaze and the Monster Machines: Axle City Racers is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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