Byte Driver
- May 28, 2019
- Vector Hat
Get on SteamDrive * Hack * Fight * Survive *Your car runs on energy. Energy and weapons are obtained by hacking the vehicles around you. Run out of energy... and you die.
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Reviews
- Engaging and fast-paced gameplay with a high skill ceiling, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
- Clever mechanics involving car hacking and varied enemy upgrades keep the gameplay fresh and exciting.
- Outstanding soundtrack and retro graphics enhance the overall experience, creating a stylish and immersive atmosphere.
- Control customization is limited, with players needing to quickly read the tutorial to understand the controls.
- The game may occasionally forget settings for certain controllers, requiring a workaround from forums.
- Some players may find the minimalistic graphics and dial-up modem sound effects off-putting.
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, described as an "absolutely killer soundtrack" that enhances the gameplay experience, especially during level transitions. Its integration with the minimalistic graphics and unique gameplay style adds significant value, making it worth the extra cost for players.
“Nevertheless, excellent little game with, oh damn, almost forgot to mention this, an absolutely killer soundtrack!”
“No joke, you'll be blasting through enemies and as the level transition hits and the slick as hell visual change happens, so too does the soundtrack and it's all wicked as hell.”
“It uses minimalistic graphics and a lovely soundtrack to go along with the out there style of gameplay.”
“No joke, you'll be blasting through enemies and as the level transition hits and the slick visual change happens, so too does the soundtrack and it's all wicked.”
“Also, the soundtrack is worth the extra money.”
“Nevertheless, excellent little game with an absolutely killer soundtrack!”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game features retro and minimalistic graphics that complement its hard and classic gameplay, creating a nostalgic arcade experience. The stylish vector graphics of Byte Driver enhance its clever driving mechanics, while a lovely soundtrack adds to the overall atmosphere.
“It uses minimalistic graphics and a lovely soundtrack to go along with the unique style of gameplay.”
“Hard and classic gameplay with retro graphics.”
“Byte Driver is a clever arcade driving game with stylish vector graphics.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its challenging and classic style, complemented by retro graphics. Players appreciate the clever car hacking and scanning mechanics, which add a fun twist to the overall experience.
“Hard and classic gameplay with retro graphics.”
“The whole car hacking/scanning thing is a really clever mechanic and makes this a fun little game.”
