Carmageddon TDR 2000

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 112 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • music
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Carmageddon TDR 2000 is an action-packed racing game that encourages players to wreck their opponents and cause maximum damage while navigating through intense, challenging levels. With a variety of cars, tracks, and power-ups, players can customize their gaming experience and enjoy a thrilling, destructive ride. This game is known for its dark humor and over-the-top violence, making it a unique and exciting addition to the racing genre.

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 112 reviews
graphics8 positive mentions
music4 negative mentions
  • The game offers a nostalgic experience with its classic Carmageddon gameplay, providing pure, dumb fun and a unique dark future style.
  • Despite technical issues, players appreciate the variety of vehicles, maps, and the humor in the pedestrian reactions, making it enjoyable for fans of the series.
  • With some tweaks, the game can run smoothly and offers a decent amount of content, making it a worthwhile purchase for those looking for a retro experience.
  • The game suffers from frequent crashes, especially when loading missions, and has significant compatibility issues on modern systems, making it frustrating to play.
  • Many players feel that the game lacks the charm and depth of earlier titles in the series, with a focus on tedious missions rather than the chaotic fun of destruction.
  • The absence of the original soundtrack and poor sound quality detracts from the overall experience, leaving players disappointed.
  • story37 mentions

    The story in this installment of the Carmageddon series features a basic yet engaging plot set in a post-apocalyptic city, where players must complete a variety of missions, including both races and story-driven objectives. While the missions are described as more interesting and frequent than in previous games, they can also be tedious and challenging, with some players experiencing technical issues that hinder gameplay. Overall, the narrative is enhanced by dark humor and a focus on power-ups and weapons, though it may not break new ground in storytelling.

    • “It's gory as anything but in a very humorous way that always made me laugh rather than cringe. It's got a basic plot and a lot of levels to get through to achieve your objective, which is to escape from the post-apocalyptic hellhole of a city you're trapped in.”
    • “The story missions involve actual objectives, like piloting a tank and picking up artillery to shoot a specific part of a gate, or to wreck a boss and escape, or to tow a nuke behind your car (carefully) in a very small time limit.”
    • “It has great gameplay; missions are now missions with some plot under them, the world is alive and it is changing from mission to mission.”
    • “They're replaced with nonsensical missions to collect bomb parts from hard-to-reach places.”
    • “The game crashes consistently while trying to load the 2nd mission.”
    • “I'm not against this type of mission, but sweet jeez, there's loads of them and they are tedious to do.”
  • graphics17 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising its aesthetic and vibrant color palette, especially considering its release year. While some players appreciate the gritty art style and improved resolution, others criticize the cartoonish visuals and lack of substance in collisions. Despite its outdated graphics, many find the game enjoyable, though there are calls for a new graphics engine to keep up with modern standards.

    • “Considered the year it was released, it has surprisingly good graphics.”
    • “Graphics have held up well for the time this game came out.”
    • “+ Seriously great graphics on high-res mode compared to other games of the year, with a very vibrant color palette.”
    • “The resolution is better, but the graphics are worse in my opinion.”
    • “When it comes to art style, things are pretty gritty in this game.”
    • “The collisions have no real substance to them; the graphics are almost cartoon-like, and overall it just feels like a safe for kids version of the classic Carmageddon.”
  • music15 mentions

    The game's music is notably absent, with many users expressing disappointment over the removal of the soundtrack in this version. While some players have adapted by listening to their own music, the lack of an official soundtrack detracts from the overall experience, leaving the game feeling empty and less enjoyable. Despite this, the gameplay remains engaging, but the missing music is a significant drawback for many.

    • “I forget there's no music, and when I was younger I'd listen to my own music anyway.”
    • “Also, if I remember correctly, there was an awesome Junkie XL soundtrack in this game, but there's no sound at the moment.”
    • “Downloaded the game for soundtracks, which are nowhere to be found.”
    • “Finally, they removed the soundtrack from this version of the game.”
    • “Also the soundtrack is missing, which kills the whole vibe and makes the experience less enjoyable.”
    • “Just hoping for the game on here to get fixed up though, because no music (despite it being poor) makes the game feel empty.”
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a unique blend of Mad Max-inspired environments and classic Carmageddon mechanics, featuring engaging missions with evolving narratives and a vibrant, changing world. While many players appreciate the visual quality and immersive atmosphere, some find the controls challenging and reminiscent of previous titles in the series. Overall, the gameplay is rated positively, with an emphasis on its dark aesthetic and dynamic mission structure.

    • “Unique dark future style, decent damage mechanics, gore, interesting missions.”
    • “It has great gameplay, missions are now missions with some plot under it, world is alive and it is changing from mission to mission.”
    • “Is really good looking for a game released in 2000, I had to stop and admire how good the game looks and that is good because the gameplay helps with a good environment.”
    • “The gameplay is the same as the other Carmageddon games.”
    • “Not the best gameplay; on the contrary, it's difficult to get used to.”
    • “Mad Max maps with Carmageddon gameplay.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as reminiscent of Troma films, blending gore with comedic elements that elicit laughter rather than discomfort. Players find amusement in the absurdity of certain mechanics and pedestrian reactions, although some gameplay features, like repetitive sound effects, are seen as more annoying than funny. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm to the otherwise grim setting.

    • “I also find the pedestrian reactions pretty funny.”
    • “It's gory as anything but in a very humorous way that always made me laugh rather than cringe. It's got a basic plot and a lot of levels to get through to achieve your objective, which is to escape from the post-apocalyptic hellhole of a city you're trapped in.”
    • “It's kind of funny, like the way a Troma film is kind of funny.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is described as totally unique and unparalleled in the racing genre, featuring an otherworldly sound design that enhances its distinct and immersive environment. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke a sense of being 'off' or different, contributing to a captivating overall experience.

    • “Totally unique, but also the only racing game I can call 'atmospheric'.”
    • “Amazing atmosphere that I've never felt in any other game.”
    • “The sound design is unique with some otherworldly audio, suiting the kind of 'off' atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
    • “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any emotional response.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players appreciate the game's intense and thrilling elements but find the abundance of grinding missions to be tedious and excessive.

    • “I'm not against this type of mission, but sweet jeez, there are loads of them and they are tedious to do.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is reported to run smoothly at 240 fps, indicating strong optimization performance.

    • “Runs smoothly at 240 fps so far.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report significant stability issues, with some experiencing extensive troubleshooting that ultimately leads to frustration and abandonment of the game.

    • “After a couple of hours of troubleshooting, I'm done.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I can't progress due to constant freezes and bugs.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users generally rate the replayability of the game positively, with an average score of 8/10, indicating that there are sufficient elements and content to encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “The game offers a wealth of content that keeps me coming back for more, easily earning an 8/10 for replayability.”
    • “Every playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse choices and outcomes, making it a game I can enjoy multiple times.”
    • “With various paths and endings to explore, the replayability factor is off the charts!”
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