CarX Street
- August 29, 2024
- CarX Technologies, LLC
- 10h median play time
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Get on Play Store"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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Reviews
- 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.
- optimization575 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 26 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including frequent stuttering, frame rate drops, and inconsistent gameplay across various hardware configurations. While some users with high-end systems have managed to achieve stable performance, the majority express frustration over the game's inability to run smoothly, particularly on HDDs, and call for urgent optimization improvements. Despite recent updates that have addressed some issues, many still find the game poorly optimized and unplayable without an SSD.
“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 performance upgrades are quite expensive, but you can make pretty much whatever car you want fast and usable.”
“The game is poorly optimized and suffers from major visual artifacts such as lighting issues and abnormal amounts of aliasing.”
“This game is insanely poorly optimized; I meet all of the requirements and somehow I struggle to hit 15 fps on the lowest settings.”
“The optimization is incredibly bad, suffering from severe stuttering, even on the lowest graphics settings, even when installed on a local SSD.”
- graphics498 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics in "CarX Street" receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the visuals can be appealing, they often feel like an upscale from a mobile game rather than a fully realized PC title. Issues such as poor optimization, graphical glitches, and inconsistent frame rates are frequently mentioned, leading to frustration among users, especially those with high-end systems. Overall, while some appreciate the aesthetic and detail in car models and environments, many feel that significant improvements are needed to meet modern gaming 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.”
“The graphics are absolutely horrible.”
“Graphics are a bit dated and physics need some work.”
“The game runs poorly, graphically it's far from the trailers, popping at 2 meters of the hood of the car in ultra setting in 2k resolution is not okay.”
- gameplay328 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
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 mastering the mechanics, others feel it suffers from mobile game design elements that hinder its potential as a full-fledged PC title.
“With its dashing visuals and gameplay mechanics, it definitely helps to relive the nostalgic NFS/arcade games era specifically from 'Underground 2' and 'Most Wanted'.”
“The handling feels great when you get used to it, so the gameplay itself is a lot of fun.”
“Very enjoyable gameplay, tires depleting and replacing them for a price, and refueling are some key features.”
“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 are horrendous. Despite recent patches to improve the economy, the progress is painfully slow. It took me three days of straight gameplay to reach level 9, which is around the point where you can finally make your car competitive.”
“The drifting mechanic, which should be a highlight, often feels inconsistent and difficult to master.”
- grinding284 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The game's grinding mechanics are a significant point of contention among players, with many describing the early stages as excessively grindy and tedious, particularly in terms of earning in-game currency for upgrades and new cars. While some players appreciate the sense of accomplishment that comes from grinding, others find it frustrating and reminiscent of mobile game monetization strategies, leading to a mixed reception regarding the overall enjoyment of the game. Despite recent updates aimed at balancing the economy, many still feel that the grind remains a major hurdle to fully enjoying the racing 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.”
“The game is very grindy at the beginning, but it'll get easier if you have patience and continue playing by doing deliveries and racing in race clubs and elite races after completing each race club.”
“The game has great potential, but they need to make it less grindy and also make the scoring reasonable.”
“The grind is incredibly tedious; they went way overboard with that.”
- story232 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with many players noting that it feels generic and uninspired. While some appreciate the potential for future updates to enhance the narrative, the current experience is described as repetitive and largely forgettable, often overshadowed by the gameplay itself. Overall, players seem to agree that while the racing mechanics are enjoyable, the story is not a significant draw for the game.
“The concept of defeating the clubs in various classes is nothing new, but it does help to give it a sense of story.”
“The story needs to be expanded upon but is a solid framework for something interesting and fun.”
“I wish there was more of a story.. there is no main goal in the game.”
“The story is non-existent; you do get an introduction at the start of the game which is kind of narrated, but then there is no story going on.”
“The 'story', if you can even call it that, is honestly laughable.”
“Only intro cut scenes for the bosses, no true story or characters and nothing that will immerse you into the underground street scene… only pure gameplay and missed opportunities.”
- music126 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the energetic tracks that fit the street racing vibe, particularly in genres like techno and drum and bass. However, many users express disappointment over the limited song selection, repetitive tracks, and overall mediocre audio quality, suggesting the need for an expanded catalog or the option to import personal playlists. While some find the soundtrack enjoyable, others prefer to mute it and listen to their own music for a better 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.”
“Music catalog should be expanded; the few songs get old very quickly.”
“The music choice is, in my opinion, not very good, though this is a first impression and I haven't listened to very much of it yet.”
- stability67 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 87 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with many players reporting frequent crashes, graphical glitches, and significant frame drops, even on high-end PCs. While some users note improvements post-updates, the overall experience remains marred by bugs and performance issues, making it difficult to fully enjoy the game. Despite these challenges, a few players have managed to run the game smoothly, suggesting that stability may vary significantly based on individual setups.
“Handling can be optimized but more in terms of disabling/enabling assists etc. It runs great on my PC (1440p ultra around 80-100fps).”
“Game feels amazing; you have to get used to it. Devs, please don't change it! It also runs great on my RTX 3080; I get over 100fps at max settings.”
“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 screen blanking (the 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 weigh 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 have to alt+F4 out.”
“Game runs for about 45 minutes and then the frame rate drops and it freezes up, where I have to hold down the power button to restart.”
- monetization44 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 34 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has drawn mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the absence of microtransactions in a paid title, while others criticize the game's economy as feeling like a cash grab from its mobile roots. Some users express concerns that the game may eventually introduce microtransactions or rely on a grindy progression system, reminiscent of its mobile predecessor. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as lacking depth and fairness, leading to frustration among players.
“No microtransactions, so no pay-to-win.”
“Just $20, no microtransactions, with DLC expansions on the way.”
“Thank god there aren't any microtransactions because that would have been purely savage.”
“Seems like a low effort, petty cash grab.”
“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.”
“The game’s monetization approach also leaves much to be desired.”
- humor41 mentions
- 98 % positive mentions
- -5 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
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 comedic aspects of the game's physics, such as the exaggerated speed perception and the chaotic behavior of AI drivers, leading to funny moments during races. Additionally, the quirky car naming and the absurdity of the in-game economy contribute to a lighthearted experience, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate its goofy charm.
“The fact that racing online costs money if you're not the one winning is absolutely hilarious.”
“The dialogue is cringe and the AI is bad, but in that strange way, it is funny.”
“Traffic is fun for the added life into the city while racing and offers up some good funny moments.”
“The humor falls flat, making the experience feel dull and unengaging.”
“The jokes are poorly executed and fail to elicit any genuine laughter.”
“The attempts at humor are cringeworthy and detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- atmosphere12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its impressive graphics, detailed environments, and dynamic lighting that enhance the nighttime street racing experience. However, some players feel that it lacks depth and variety, suggesting that additional elements like safe houses and improved sound design could further enrich the overall ambiance. While the game captures a strong racing atmosphere reminiscent of classic titles, there is consensus that it still requires refinement to reach its full potential.
“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.”
“Barring some elements of the atmosphere, this is the closest we've ever come to a tuner street racer like NFSU2.”
- emotional8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional response to "CarX Street" is mixed, with some players expressing enjoyment and appreciation for the game's community, while others feel disappointment and heartbreak due to gameplay issues and unmet expectations after a long wait for the PC release. The contrast between the game's potential and the frustrations experienced, particularly with tuning and handling, contributes to a sense of emotional turmoil among users.
“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.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is bolstered by its diverse game modes, strong car customization options, and engaging physics that encourage mastery. However, players have noted that technical issues, aggressive AI behavior, and a lack of meaningful progression can detract from the experience, suggesting that improvements in these areas could further enhance replay value. With the right updates, the game has the potential to become a beloved title in the racing genre.
“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, make it more replayable, and provide ways to farm money other than $4k single races.”
“This level of customization is a major highlight and provides significant replay value.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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. Users feel that the lack of professional voice actors and artists detracts from the overall quality and depth of the characters.
“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; given 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.”
