BMX Streets
- April 4, 2024
- Mash Games
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"BMX Streets" is a sport game that offers various play modes, including single-player, co-op, and multiplayer. It's a freestyle extreme biking simulator with an open world, featuring innovative controls that allow for full expression and customization of riding styles. The game boasts realistic physics, endless bike customization options, and diverse environments, although it may contain some bugs that could affect gameplay.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a steep learning curve that is rewarding once mastered, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate a challenge.
- The bike customization options are extensive, allowing players to personalize their rides down to minute details.
- The developer, Mash, is actively updating the game based on community feedback, showing commitment to improving the overall experience.
- The game feels unfinished and buggy, with many players experiencing issues such as inconsistent physics and frustrating controls.
- The map is large but often feels empty and lifeless, lacking the vibrant atmosphere expected in a BMX game.
- Many challenges are considered overly difficult, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment for new players.
- gameplay179 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this title has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a steep learning curve and frustrating mechanics that can lead to a button-mashing experience. While some appreciate the depth and potential of the trick mechanics, others criticize the awkward physics and lack of clear tutorials, resulting in a gameplay experience that feels unrefined and at times, unsatisfying. Despite these issues, there are players who find the gameplay rewarding once they adapt to the controls, highlighting a solid foundation that could improve with further updates and refinements.
“The gameplay really brings back those days when you put on your headphones, hop on a bike, and disappear into the night.”
“With its addictive gameplay and promising foundation, it's easy to see why it's worth giving a try.”
“Once you get a feel for the new gameplay, it is an absolute blast.”
“Complicated mechanics lead to just button mashing to perform certain tricks, with pretty much no walkthrough at the beginning for how to play.”
“Altogether, this leads to a rather frustrating gameplay experience, especially when trying to complete missions.”
“The overall gameplay is so stiff, overcomplicated, and unnatural it's not even funny.”
- stability118 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and unresponsive controls that detract from the overall experience. While some players find enjoyment in the gameplay despite these issues, the consensus is that the game feels unfinished and requires substantial improvements to its physics and performance. Overall, the game's current state has led to disappointment, especially given its price point, with many recommending waiting for further updates before purchasing.
“Don’t listen to all the hate comments, it feels great and runs great even on my laptop.”
“Ignore negative reviews; the game runs great even on low-end PCs. The physics feel great and make for way more creativity than was ever possible in pipe. Money well spent, highly recommended.”
“Honest opinion: it is an $80 NZD game. I personally am glad I spent every penny on this game. I really love it; I've played about 400 hours on pipe and have been waiting for 5 years. The game runs great, tricks 10/10, and it's worth the $80 NZD in my opinion.”
“I'm saddened to say the game is still wildly buggy and nowhere near worth the $44 CDN charge.”
“The game is buggy, and performance is not so great, fluctuating between 50fps to 120fps.”
“Very disappointed I waited for over 4 years for this game to come out and only received an unfinished, overpriced, buggy game.”
- story77 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its absence, with many players expressing disappointment over the lack of a structured narrative or campaign mode. Instead, the gameplay revolves around challenging missions and objectives that often feel frustrating and poorly designed, leading to a sense of regression rather than progression. While some players appreciate the customization options and the open-world environment, they feel that the game would benefit significantly from a more engaging storyline to enhance its overall value.
“Work in progress but if you know the story behind it then you know it's a masterpiece.”
“Challenges are fine but a story would have been great.”
“The starting missions try to fill you in, but they fall short.”
“No storyline, just a bunch of challenges around the map currently, which is mainly all for unlocking customization parts.”
“I wish it had a 'story' mode and wasn't just an open world full of random challenges.”
- graphics67 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals and bike customization as "beautiful" and "stunning," while others criticize them as "dull" and "unfinished," noting issues like choppy performance and graphical glitches. Many agree that while the game shows potential with its improved aesthetics compared to its predecessor, it still falls short of expectations for a title at its price point, leading to a general consensus that the graphics are decent but could use significant optimization and refinement. Overall, the game's visual quality is seen as a step up from previous titles, but not without notable flaws.
“The map is huge and well balanced, the bike customization really goes into detail, the graphics are really nice.”
“The graphics are crazy and the game overall is addicting.”
“Developed by Mash Games, this title delivers an exhilarating experience that seamlessly blends challenging gameplay with stunning visuals, immersing players in the vibrant world of street BMX riding.”
“It's only a lighting bug but it's been in the game for over 6 months now, and on top of that, the graphics are really choppy. The controls definitely don't feel as nice as Pipe BMX, which was only £10 when it came out and had way less bugs and issues than this game. It really isn't worth it in the game's current state.”
“The world doesn't feel realistic, textures and visuals aren't great, and sadly it's an empty city.”
“Graphics are kinda lame for a game this expensive.”
- optimization25 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 28 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, including stuttering and fluctuating frame rates, particularly on higher-end hardware. While some users report satisfactory performance, especially in multiplayer, others criticize the game's rushed release and lack of proper testing, leading to graphical glitches and poor optimization on platforms like the Steam Deck. Despite some positive notes on performance and potential for improvement, the consensus leans towards the game being poorly optimized for its price point.
“I do really like it; just a little optimization and it'll be amazing.”
“However, the performance in multiplayer is fantastic so far despite me thinking that it would have lowered FPS.”
“Performance is good, works out of the box on Linux, which is lovely.”
“It's seems like the game was rushed to release without proper testing and optimization.”
“Mash world is practically unplayable for me because of the stuttering and framerate issues.”
“Even on great hardware (3070/i7) it's unplayable with 20-40fps (fluctuates, makes it even worse) and no settings relieve this performance issue.”
- grinding23 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding mechanics in the game are widely criticized for being inconsistent and frustrating, with players often struggling to execute basic maneuvers due to misplaced 'suction' points and erratic physics. Many find the challenges related to grinding, such as those requiring precision and speed, to be overly difficult and tedious, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction. While some players appreciate the potential of the grinding system, they note that it requires significant refinement to match the expectations set by previous BMX titles.
“To begin, there are some ledges where the 'suction' that pulls you into the grinding position is entirely misplaced, making grinding certain ledges near impossible. For example, in the McMansion challenge, the task is to grind 25 meters of the ledge and get 500 points while also fitting in a bar spin and a whopper.”
“Most challenges are hard as hell to complete, seeming nearly impossible when you're doing them. For example, the 'drift' challenges on any surface that isn't completely flat are nearly impossible because your character starts literally grinding at a 90-degree angle along the concrete floor.”
“Grinding is very hard, and the mechanics feel tedious, difficult, and inconsistent. The grinding system has potential, but it often leads to frustrating experiences, such as getting stuck grinding the ground randomly or the magnets pulling you over the top of rails to slopes on the other side, making grinding impossible in some areas.”
- music11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the nice lofi hip-hop tracks despite the limited selection, while others find it underwhelming or not to their taste, often opting to mute it. Additionally, there are concerns about the default music volume being set to zero and the overall sound balance in the game. Overall, while the music is present, it does not significantly enhance the gaming experience for many players.
“While there aren't many songs in the soundtrack, the music is really nice (lofi hip hop).”
“The music is okay.”
“It's not my sort of music, but it's there at least.”
“Soundtrack is just something you'll turn off.”
“After a few hours of playtime, I already have the music muted.”
“For some reason, music volume is set to 0 by default.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by clever brand names and amusing glitches, which some players find entertaining despite their wonkiness. While the comedic elements, such as characters tumbling and exaggerated physics, provide initial laughs, they can become repetitive and frustrating over time. Overall, the humor is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the lighthearted moments while others feel it detracts from the gameplay experience.
“The funny brand names are clever and amusing.”
“This was quite the funny experience watching the character tumble forever.”
“The collisions with people online are kind of sensitive, but at the same time, I find it funny. My friend and I have run into each other a bunch of times, and we always laugh it off.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is seen as promising due to the emergence of modded maps and a supportive community, which could enhance long-term engagement. However, some players express frustration with gameplay mechanics and bugs that hinder enjoyment, leading to mixed feelings about its current state compared to previous titles. Overall, while there is potential for replayability, many users are waiting for updates and improvements to fully realize it.
“Modded maps are already popping up, so it seems like there will be a big community around this game and a lot of replayability down the line.”
“Whether you're a seasoned BMX enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, BMX Streets offers something for everyone, with its deep gameplay mechanics and endless replay value.”
“Session is a far better skate game, with far more possibilities and replayability.”
“As much as I am enjoying riding around at the moment, with the state of the game I can't recommend buying it. I'm not going to refund the game in hopes that something good actually comes out of this game, whether it be at the hands of the devs or the modding community. This game has great bones, but sadly I was expecting a little more from it.”
- monetization7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing concerns about a lack of updates and support, suggesting that the developers are more focused on launching new projects than improving the current game. While some players appreciate the potential of the game, they feel that its execution is lacking, with empty environments and minimal engagement, further reinforcing the perception of a quick money-making scheme.
“Cash grab game, don't waste your money.”
“Clearly a quick cash grab.”
“Feels like a cash grab.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its authentic and immersive design, with meticulous attention to detail in both gritty streets and urban landscapes, earning a perfect score of 10/10. While some users note occasional jankiness, the overall experience is described as fun and relaxing, appealing to those specifically interested in its atmospheric qualities.
“From the gritty streets to the sprawling urban landscapes, every detail is meticulously crafted, creating an atmosphere that feels both authentic and immersive.”
“The game is a bit janky at times, but it's a fun game and exactly what I was hoping for with the relaxing atmosphere I loved from Pipe.”
“Tldr: only buy this game if you have the money and are really interested in this whole atmosphere of the game.”
“Only buy this game if you have the money and are really interested in the atmosphere of the game.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
“Despite the potential, the game's atmosphere fails to create a compelling or engaging experience.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the emotional aspect of the game through its wholesome community, which fosters a sense of connection and joy. The spontaneous moments, such as performing random flips, contribute to a lighthearted and uplifting experience that resonates with users.
