CarX Street

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"CarX Street" is an open-world racing game featuring illegal street racing in Sunset City. Join the StreetNET network to earn reputation, climb the ranks, and build your dream car collection. The game offers various activities such as club races against bosses, free drift runs, and scenic drift races in mountainous areas. Experience high speeds, intense competition, and a thriving car culture in this immersive urban racing experience.

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70%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,276 reviews

graphics362 positive mentions

optimization298 negative mentions

Great customization options for cars, allowing for extensive tuning and personalization.
The game captures the nostalgic feel of classic street racing games like NFS Underground 2.
The open-world map is well-designed, offering a variety of environments and driving experiences.

Poor AI behavior, often resulting in frustrating collisions and rubberbanding during races.
The game suffers from optimization issues, leading to significant frame drops and stuttering.
The progression system is grindy, making it difficult to earn money and upgrade cars effectively.

optimization
1,150 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
61%
26%
The optimization of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including stuttering, frame rate drops, and inconsistent gameplay across various hardware configurations. While some users with high-end systems experience acceptable performance, the majority find the game poorly optimized, particularly for those using HDDs instead of SSDs. Overall, players express a strong desire for significant optimization improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
- “With consistent updates improving performance, visuals, gameplay loop, and handling.”
- “The latest update has helped a lot in making the game run smoothly on mid-tier hardware.”
- “The game desperately needs optimization for a wider range of hardware configurations.”
- “This game is insanely poorly optimized, I meet all of the requirements and somehow I struggle to hit 15 fps on the lowest settings, vsync off, traffic off, etc.”
- “The optimization may be the worst I have ever seen in an automotive vehicular video game, but after 25 hours it's not too bad anymore.”
graphics
996 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
55%
8%
The graphics in "CarX Street" receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the visuals can be appealing, they often fall short of expectations, especially for a modern racing game. Users report issues with optimization, including significant frame rate drops and graphical glitches, even on high-end systems, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, while some appreciate the aesthetic and detail in car models and environments, many feel the graphics need further refinement and better optimization to match contemporary standards.
- “First up; the graphics are beautiful.”
- “With its stunning graphics, addictive gameplay, and a vast array of customization options, CarX Street is a must-play for any racing enthusiast.”
- “The graphics are jaw-dropping, with every detail meticulously crafted, from the reflections on the pavement to the sparks flying as metal kisses asphalt.”
- “Credits are a hard grind, graphics are very much mobile game style, horrendous pop-in, and playing in 1440p on a 4090 and getting 80 fps is a joke.”
- “The graphics were worse than drift racing, the camera was horrid, and it felt like it was an early beta of the game but somehow a million times worse.”
- “Absolutely awful... and stutters like hell... graphics are bad too.”
gameplay
656 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
65%
8%
The gameplay of CarX Street has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its engaging driving mechanics and extensive customization options, reminiscent of classic racing games. However, criticisms focus on the game's grindy progression system, inconsistent drifting mechanics, and performance issues, which detract from the overall experience. While some players find the gameplay enjoyable and rewarding after overcoming initial challenges, others feel it suffers from mobile game mechanics and a poorly designed economic model.
- “With its stunning graphics, addictive gameplay, and a vast array of customization options, CarX Street is a must-play for any racing enthusiast.”
- “Very satisfied with the gameplay; cars drive amazing and customization is everything a car enthusiast is looking for, and the map is expansive and very fun to explore.”
- “The driving mechanics are where the game truly shines.”
- “The gameplay felt like a bad mobile game, the driving physics felt super delayed and every car felt dramatically heavy for no reason, not only that but you need auto clutch on just to drive since having it in manual mode and braking sends you into neutral ruining your drift or even race when braking into corners.”
- “Gameplay issues are obvious, the traffic AI, racer AI, progress, and general gameplay is horrendous, and despite recent patches to make the economy better, the progress is awfully slow. It took me 3 days of straight gameplay to get to level 9, which is around the point where you can finally make your car competitive and can normally put distance between you and AI cars which are still incredibly aggressive even after patches claiming to fix them.”
- “The drifting mechanic, which should be a highlight, often feels inconsistent and difficult to master.”
grinding
568 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
1%
99%
The game is widely regarded as extremely grindy, particularly in the early stages, where players must invest significant time to earn in-game currency for upgrades and new cars. While some players appreciate the sense of accomplishment that comes from grinding, many express frustration over the slow progression and high costs associated with upgrades, often comparing it unfavorably to other racing games. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a double-edged sword, providing depth for some while deterring others who prefer a more streamlined experience.
- “I don’t know why it's only rated 65% at this point, the game is not too grindy but you will have to do something to get nice stuff.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The game is not too grindy but you will have to do something to get nice stuff.”
- “The grind is incredibly tedious; they went way overboard with that.”
- “It takes an excessive amount of grinding to earn enough currency to upgrade cars, which can make the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- “The economy is terrible (too expensive for most things with little reward money for races which makes it very grindy, some races if you come second you lose money).”
story
464 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
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The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with many players noting that it feels generic and poorly executed, often relying on AI-generated voice lines. While some appreciate the potential for future story updates, the current narrative is seen as bland and unengaging, leading many to focus more on gameplay and car customization rather than the storyline. Overall, the consensus is that the story is not a significant draw for players, who primarily seek racing and car-related experiences.
- “The concept of defeating the clubs in various classes is nothing new but it does help to give it a sense of story.”
- “In terms of story, there isn't really one at the moment but you can see the foundations are in place for it to be added/updated later.”
- “The story needs to be expanded upon but is a solid framework for something interesting and fun.”
- “There's no cohesive story and they clearly use AI in the character portraits and voice lines, but I can forgive it for a smaller company like this.”
- “Story is pretty non-existent outside of the tutorial.”
- “The 'story', if you can even call it that, is honestly laughable.”
music
252 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
65%
13%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the energetic tracks that fit the street racing vibe, particularly for fans of genres like techno and drum and bass. However, many criticize the limited selection and repetitive nature of the soundtrack, suggesting that it quickly becomes stale and lacks variety. There are frequent calls for the ability to import custom music, as well as improvements in audio quality and a broader music catalog to enhance the overall experience.
- “Driving on the highways at night with the in-game music playing is almost spiritual.”
- “The only good thing I can say is that the music slaps if you're into techno, UK grime, and drum and bass.”
- “The soundtrack is well put together.”
- “The soundtrack is not good at all and I turned it off pretty soon to listen to the soundtracks of a totally unknown movie franchise about street racing and family.”
- “Terrible soundtrack brought to you by 2019 TikTok.”
- “The soundtrack is very generic and annoying so you might as well mute it.”
stability
134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
87%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent crashes, graphical glitches, and frame rate drops, even on high-end PCs. While some players have experienced smooth performance, the overall consensus is that the game is plagued by bugs and optimization issues that hinder the gameplay experience. Many hope that future updates will address these problems, but as it stands, the game's stability is inconsistent and frustrating for many players.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck!”
- “Game feels amazing; you have to get used to it. Devs, please don't change it! Also runs great on my RTX 3080; I get over 100fps at max settings. Although I did run into one small map bug, it auto zooms in and I can't zoom back out. Other than that, amazing, absolutely amazing, worth the wait!”
- “Look, in my opinion, it's not like Forza 5; it looks and runs great with my PC at max settings.”
- “50/50 whether I can start the game at all without crashing. There are definitely graphics issues like blanking (screen turning off for a solid second mid-race), artifacts and glitches, low FPS, or the game nuking my CPU so hard that either Windows crashes or the whole PC becomes so unresponsive I have to reboot.”
- “Extremely buggy and inconsistent: the game stutters and freezes, there's lots of pop-in at high speed, visibility issues during daytime drives, some road cones weighing just as much as an elephant on impact, traction control is completely useless, and opening the map after completing club races breaks the game... so you gotta alt+F4 out.”
- “Worse game ever, very buggy, glitchy, freezes, not worth £29.99 unless they fix the issues. Disappointing.”
monetization
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
61%
34%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the absence of microtransactions in a paid title, while others criticize the slow progression and feel it resembles a cash grab from its mobile roots. Some players express concern that the game may eventually introduce microtransactions or rely on DLC for essential content, leading to a grindy experience. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as lacking depth and fairness, particularly given its origins as a mobile game.
- “Just $20, no microtransactions, with DLC expansions on the way.”
- “No microtransactions so no pay-to-win.”
- “Thank god there aren't any microtransactions because that would have been purely savage.”
- “A game like this really makes me wonder how much they paid for advertising rather than optimizing the game itself.”
- “This pricing structure would be more understandable in their free-to-play mobile game with microtransactions, but in a paid PC game, it feels out of place and unfair.”
- “Overall, this game is a very bad port of the mobile release, with absolutely no advantages and all of the disadvantages that the lack of microtransactions brings to this release of the game.”
humor
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
4%
The humor in the game is largely derived from its poorly executed AI and voice acting, which players find amusing despite their flaws. Many reviews highlight the hilarity of the AI's erratic driving behavior and the absurdity of the game's mechanics, such as the need to pay for gas and tires, which adds a comedic layer to the racing experience. Overall, while the game has significant shortcomings, players appreciate its unintentional humor and the fun moments that arise from its chaotic gameplay.
- “The dialogue is cringe and the AI is bad, but in that strange way, it is funny.”
- “Also, NPC traffic is honestly the most hilarious as it feels a lot like the GTA 5 meme where the traffic tries to crash into you, and it absolutely will.”
- “It's funny and goofy, the first few times, but both the traffic and opponent AI.”
- “The humor falls flat, with unfunny jokes and terrible execution.”
- “The attempts at humor are just boring and miss the mark completely.”
- “The AI drivers are crazy, but the humor surrounding them is just not funny.”
atmosphere
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
63%
13%
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its impressive graphics, detailed environments, and dynamic lighting that enhance the nighttime street racing experience. However, some players feel that while the atmosphere is enjoyable, it lacks depth and completeness, suggesting improvements such as the addition of safe houses and more engaging sound elements. Overall, the atmosphere contributes positively to the gameplay, but there is consensus that further refinement is needed.
- “The best racing game available so far; you can feel the atmosphere even though it's a small studio behind this title.”
- “The game’s graphics are impressive, featuring detailed car models, realistic environments, and dynamic lighting that enhances the nighttime street racing atmosphere.”
- “The map is pretty big and diverse with a great range of canyon-style drift roads, wide open highways, and tight city streets, and with the day/night cycle, this makes for some great atmospheric driving and racing.”
- “While the atmosphere is a little dull, at the core this game offers a great experience for the price point.”
- “While I appreciate the general atmosphere, some things were seriously neglected.”
- “There's one thing I think games miss sometimes that's crucial and adds a layer of depth to an open world and its atmosphere.”
emotional
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of emotions regarding "CarX Street," with some finding enjoyment in the game despite its flaws, particularly after a disappointing experience with another title. The online community is praised for its wholesome interactions, but many feel disheartened by the game's mechanics, such as under-steering and unsatisfactory braking, leading to a sense of frustration and disappointment, especially after a long wait for the PC release. Overall, the emotional response is a blend of hope and letdown, reflecting both enjoyment and heartbreak.
- “The online community is extremely wholesome.”
- “It is so heartbreaking that those two things are present in the game, after we waited 2 years for a PC release.”
- “Keep online play to trusted friends for the most safe and wholesome experience.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The game's replayability is bolstered by a strong selection of cars, extensive customization options, and the potential for diverse racing modes and mini-games. However, players express a need for improvements, such as better AI behavior, reduced lag, and more engaging race mechanics, to fully realize its replay potential. Overall, while the foundation for high replayability exists, updates and refinements are necessary to enhance the experience.
- “Customizations are great, the car list is strong, and the physics are easy to learn but hard to master, which makes replayability high too.”
- “The addition of mini-games and diverse racing modes would significantly enhance replay value.”
- “Increase the payouts, remove the premium currency from mobile, fix traction control, and make it more replayable with ways to farm money other than $4k single races.”
- “This level of customization is a major highlight and provides significant replay value.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Character development in the game has been criticized for relying on AI-generated voice acting and character designs, which many players found disappointing given the game's development time and price point. Reviewers expressed frustration that Carx Technologies, despite having sufficient resources, opted for cost-cutting measures that detracted from the overall quality of character portrayal.
- “Carx Technologies has more than enough money and resources to hire voice actors and artists, but decided to cut costs and use AI for character designs and voiceovers.”
- “The AI-generated voice acting and character designs are disappointing. For how long this game has been in development and the $20 price tag, I was super disappointed seeing the poor quality of the AI-generated voices and characters.”
- “The AI-generated voice acting and character designs are disappointing. For how long this game has been in development and the $20 price tag, I was super disappointed seeing the poor quality of the AI-generated voices and characters.”