BMX The Game
- August 28, 2020
- Barspin Studios
- 11h median play time
Get on Steam"BMX The Game" is a single-player sports game with stunning graphics, offering a realistic BMX experience. Explore Barcelona city and famous spots worldwide, performing tricks with intuitive gesture controls. Completing the game takes approximately 11 hours, delivering a rich and authentic BMX adventure.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has great graphics and a lot of potential for customization, including bike and character options.
- The park editor allows players to create and share their own parks, adding to the game's replayability.
- Despite its flaws, many players find the game fun and engaging once they get used to the controls.
- The controls and physics are often described as clunky and unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating.
- The game has been criticized for being incomplete and lacking updates, leading to concerns about its development progress.
- Many players report performance issues, including lag and low frame rates, even on high-end systems.
- optimization28 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players experiencing poor performance and low frame rates even on high-spec systems. While some updates have shown improvements, significant issues remain, particularly in larger maps like Barcelona. Players express hope for further optimizations in future updates to enhance gameplay stability and performance.
“With more polish and optimizations, this game is on the way to becoming the best BMX game ever.”
“Each update greatly improves performance.”
“The performance on my PC has doubled; the weird delay between putting in an input and it actually happening is gone, and they are extremely active with their community.”
“Kind of wish that the game was better optimized because I have better specs than needed and I get 20/15 fps.”
“The game feels very poorly optimized; even on the lowest settings, my framerate is garbage.”
“Definitely has potential... but needs to be optimized better as it runs poorly.”
- graphics24 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive high praise, with many users rating them as top-notch and realistic, particularly appreciating the detailed environments and smooth animations. However, some players report issues with performance and stability, leading to a mixed experience where the visuals can suffer under certain conditions. Customization options for characters and bikes are also highlighted as a strong point, enhancing the visual appeal of the game.
“Graphics 10/10”
“The graphics are amazing, the physics and tricks feel realistic, and the game has the option to customize whatever you want as well as explore Barcelona and see famous street spots. Overall, an amazing and well-polished game; I would give it a 10/10 and it is now my new favorite game.”
“Finally, a new video game with realistic graphics and physics.”
“Poor graphics”
“Game is sluggish and everything is delayed, graphics are bad, doesn't feel realistic!”
“The game can't run stable whatsoever and the visuals aren't even something worth noting.”
- gameplay22 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the graphics are impressive, the mechanics and controls are often described as sloppy, jerky, and in need of significant polishing. Some users appreciate the potential of the game and its early access status, suggesting that improvements in physics and trick execution could enhance the overall experience. However, persistent bugs and a lack of responsiveness have led to frustration, indicating that the core gameplay needs more attention before it can fully engage players.
“Honestly, I much prefer this gameplay experience to the old one.”
“The mechanics need some more polishing, but it's a great start; this is one to keep an eye on.”
“The game overall looks great; there are some iffy looking bits as to be expected with a small team of devs, but the core gameplay and grinding physics is top notch. With the way it's going, it will surely only improve over time.”
“Overall game mechanics are sloppy and the whole game feels uninspired.”
“Had high hopes for this but the control layout sucks, gameplay is jerky and tricks may as well not have been coded into the game.”
“This game has some great features when it comes to customization but that's pretty much all it has; the controls are shockingly bad and the physics are a mess. It's basically unplayable.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches, particularly in its early access state. Many players advise waiting for updates before playing, as the game currently struggles to run smoothly and features limited functionality. Overall, the experience is marred by instability, with some maps and physics issues making it difficult to enjoy.
“Once again, the devs have done a runner; there's been no knowledge on updates or announcements for nearly a year. It's just a broken, buggy mess. Do yourself a favor and wait for BMX Streets.”
“If I were you, I would wait until it has been updated a few times. There may be a cool map, but the game can barely run, only has 3 tricks, and is very buggy.”
“Love the game, but I can't even access the Barcelona map, and the physics are all jittery and buggy.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding mechanics in the game to be a mixed bag; while some believe they need simplification and improvement, others appreciate the core gameplay and physics. Experienced players may find grinding manageable, but there are calls for enhancements in specific areas like the bunny hop and trick system. Despite its current state, many users remain optimistic about the game's potential for future development.
“The grinding mechanics should be simplified a bit.”
“The grinding mechanism definitely needs work, but overall I like the game so far!”
“The bunny hop really needs work and the trick system, I feel like, but grinding shouldn't be a problem for those with experience with these types of games.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with users labeling it a "cash grab" and expressing disappointment in its quality and gameplay mechanics. Many feel that the developers prioritized profit over delivering a polished experience, leading to frustration and a lack of recommendation for potential players.
“Another cash grab.”
“This cash grab development studio has the audacity to release this?”
“I don't even know where to begin... I had such high hopes and was praying the controls would be like Pipe, but they're nothing like it. I know it was made by two different companies, but I had such high hopes. I know in time it can be fixed, but in its current state, I wouldn't recommend it, as it's almost unplayable. If you guys combined with Mash, then this game would have been better than Skate, but since there are only three tricks—barspin, tailwhip, and tabletop—bunny hopping is weird, and there are a ton of areas where you think you can hop up, but then you do a 90 and are now facing the sky. I just can't give it the respect because it feels like a serious cash grab.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be enhanced by its bugs, contributing to an overall comedic experience that many describe as very funny.
“The bugs honestly make it more hilarious.”
“Very funny.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music selection and radio features have received positive feedback, with users appreciating the variety and quality of tracks available. Many highlight the ability to customize playlists and enjoy a diverse range of genres, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
“The music selection is incredibly diverse, offering something for every mood and moment in the game.”
“I love the radio feature; it adds a unique layer to the gameplay and keeps things fresh.”
“The soundtrack is absolutely phenomenal, perfectly complementing the game's atmosphere and enhancing the overall experience.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story of the game is introduced through an animated sequence that sets the stage for the BMX experience, providing players with a narrative backdrop to enhance their gameplay.
“The animated story introduction to the BMX game is captivating and sets the stage perfectly for the adventure ahead.”
“The narrative unfolds beautifully, drawing players into the world of BMX with engaging characters and thrilling plot twists.”
“The storytelling in this game is immersive, making every race feel like a part of a larger, exciting journey.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players note that the game's replayability has improved due to recent bug fixes and optimizations, making it more enjoyable to revisit, especially on less demanding maps. However, some areas, like Barcelona, still experience performance issues, which can affect the overall experience.
“I recently re-purchased the game after hearing it has become more stable with bug fixes and better optimizations. Upon giving it another go, I really do like the idea of the game. The performance has improved; at least it runs in a more playable state for me on the less demanding maps.”
“The variety of choices and paths in the game makes each playthrough feel unique, encouraging me to dive back in and explore different strategies.”
“With multiple endings and character builds, I find myself coming back to the game time and again to experience everything it has to offer.”
“The game lacks meaningful content updates, making it feel stale after just a few playthroughs.”
“Once you complete the main story, there’s little incentive to dive back in; the side quests are repetitive and uninspired.”
“While the initial experience is enjoyable, the lack of variety in gameplay mechanics leads to a quick decline in replay value.”
