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City Car Driving is a realistic driving simulator focusing on urban driving scenarios. The game features advanced physics, realistic traffic AI, and a variety of customization options for a true-to-life driving experience. It also includes driving school lessons to help players improve their skills and learn traffic rules.

  • PC
  • Windows

Reviews

74%
Audience ScoreBased on 6,058 reviews
gameplay27 positive mentions
graphics103 negative mentions
  • graphics401 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated, reminiscent of early 2000s titles, and poorly optimized for low-end or integrated graphics systems. While some players find the visuals acceptable for a driving simulator, the consensus is that the graphics lack polish and can detract from the overall experience, especially given the game's price point. Frequent crashes and performance issues further exacerbate the dissatisfaction with the graphical quality.

    • “The graphics are amazing and the attention to detail is incredible.”
    • “Great graphics and fun gameplay.”
    • “The graphics are actually very good.”
    • “First off, the graphics are straight out of the 90s.”
    • “The graphics are so bad the mirrors are useless.”
    • “This game is soooooooo bad for Windows 11, I mean I have to turn my graphics all the way down and it still crashes several times a day.”
  • story175 mentions

    The game lacks a substantial narrative, with many users noting that it primarily functions as a driving simulator with minimal story elements. While there are missions and a career mode, they are often described as frustratingly difficult and poorly designed, leading to frequent failures and a lack of clear objectives. Overall, players express a desire for more engaging content and a more coherent story structure, as the current missions feel disconnected and overly punishing.

    • “The way the game works, the missions, the laws, it's all really good.”
    • “You can drive free roam on two maps, do taxi (ruber) missions, or delivery missions, do driving school missions etc. With everything said, I'm very pleased with the game, and would recommend it to anyone who wants to experience true driving.”
    • “The missions are good for helping you understand the basics of driving.”
    • “☑ no story”
    • “🔲 this game has no story unless you count the tutorial :)”
    • “The missions are harsh, unforgiving and pretty difficult but manageable after a lot of tries, practice, and patience.”
  • gameplay137 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is characterized by a strong emphasis on realistic driving mechanics, offering a variety of options to enhance the experience, such as customizable driving conditions and vehicle behaviors. While many players appreciate the detailed simulation and educational aspects, some criticize the sensitivity of penalties, clunky controls, and technical issues that detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game provides a solid foundation for driving simulation, though it leaves room for improvement in graphics and user interface.

    • “Tons of options to choose from to enhance gameplay, e.g., choosing if a car swerves into your lane randomly or emergency braking, or if NPC cars crash into each other.”
    • “The realistic mechanics of the vehicles make this game so impressive and just amazingly fun to play.”
    • “The core mechanics and content are great, such as the driving school challenges teaching basic to advanced maneuvers, and being able to just cruise around the city at free will, doing all of this in virtual reality is an awesome experience!”
    • “I would not recommend this game; it's poorly done and the controls don't work at all. I requested a refund and I'm not going to play this game again because of the gameplay.”
    • “It is a game full of errors; from 4 hours of gameplay, 2 and a half hours were spent in the menu and in the loading screen. I have an RTX 2070 and an i7 from the 10th gen, but it rarely gets over 30 fps.”
    • “The mandatory driving tests are quite possibly the most infuriating and garbage gameplay segments I've done in my life.”
  • optimization94 mentions

    The game's optimization is widely criticized, particularly for low-end devices and VR setups, with many users reporting issues like stuttering, lag, and crashes. While some players note improvements in performance over time, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized, especially for integrated graphics and VR, leading to a frustrating experience. Despite some positive remarks about graphics settings and performance on high-end PCs, the game's technical shortcomings remain a significant drawback.

    • “Excellent optimization.”
    • “Performance wise, it has definitely improved over the years.”
    • “Definitely seems optimized for modern machines despite its age.”
    • “The optimization of this game is horrible; I can literally run CS:GO on my laptop and can't run a driving simulator?”
    • “Despite my PC being able to easily run VR titles such as Half-Life: Alyx, Beat Saber, and Pavlov, this game was nearly unplayable with constant stuttering that broke my immersion and gave me a massive headache.”
    • “It's really not a demanding game on hardware, but it is ridiculously under-optimized.”
  • stability68 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes across various hardware setups, including high-end PCs. Many players experience issues with texture loading, vehicle handling, and game mechanics, leading to frustration and a lack of optimization for low-end devices. While some find the game enjoyable despite its flaws, the overall consensus is that it suffers from significant stability problems that detract from the experience.

    • “Runs great on a variety of specifications.”
    • “The mods are very good and not buggy like in other games.”
    • “The game is stable and performs well, even with integrated graphics cards.”
    • “Game isn't well optimized for low-end devices or those with integrated graphics; there are often issues with loading textures or video glitches.”
    • “This game is buggy and overtweaked.”
    • “This game is horrible because every 2 to 3 seconds it freezes up and it's just unplayable and I can't refund, so steer away from this game.”
  • humor27 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely derived from its chaotic driving mechanics and the absurdity of NPC behavior, with players finding amusement in running over pedestrians and experiencing exaggerated injury sound effects. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to provide a comedic take on driving simulations, blending fun with a touch of dark humor, while also serving as a surprisingly educational tool for learning driving skills. Overall, the humor is described as both entertaining and quirky, making the game enjoyable despite its technical flaws.

    • “Very funny, and helpful for learning how to drive.”
    • “I've had plenty of crashes which I'd have expected to write off both me and the car, and I have to say that the screams of the pedestrians as I mow them down is absolutely hilarious!”
    • “Funny and educational game!”
    • “But not funny 'haha' - funny weird.”
    • “This game was not funny when you didn't have mods. I played for 1 hour and wanted to refund it, but after I installed mods from the workshop, it became funny.”
  • music24 mentions

    The music aspect of the game is a mixed bag; while some players enjoy the experience of driving while listening to their favorite tracks, others note the lack of in-game music, describing it as a silent experience aside from engine sounds. Many users recommend playing their own music to enhance the relaxing driving experience, particularly in free mode, where cruising with music is highlighted as a key enjoyment factor. Overall, the game is seen as a good backdrop for personal playlists, despite its limited radio options.

    • “I love it! Turn the weather to rain, drive a nice car, and listen to some music; I swear it's so relaxing.”
    • “A very relaxing game if you love driving, tons of mods in the workshop, so it's great when you have some music and drive.”
    • “Just choose your car, turn on your favorite music, and enjoy!”
    • “There is no music in this game.”
    • “I wasn’t expecting music even if all the simulated cars have stereos, but the title feels very silent apart from the engine sounds and turn signals when activated.”
    • “Putting on music and strolling around is alright but overall it gets a 7/10 for me.”
  • grinding23 mentions

    Players consistently express that grinding in the game is excessively tedious and time-consuming, often likening it to needing a "second life" to manage the repetitive tasks required for achievements. While the game itself is generally well-received, the grinding aspect is viewed as a significant drawback, leading to frustration and a desire for more engaging gameplay.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “The game itself is good, but if you are an achievement hunter, you'll find the achievements very boring, not fair, or tedious.”
    • “Really good game, however it can get very tedious after doing lots of jobs.”
    • “I would rather buy all of the farming simulators and play them for 42 minutes straight every day than play this again.”
  • replayability9 mentions

    Users consistently highlight the game's "infinitely replayable" nature, suggesting that it offers endless enjoyment even without multiplayer features. Many believe that improvements to gameplay could enhance this aspect further, potentially elevating the game's overall rating.

    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “This gives it endless amounts of replayability and will make it even more fun :)”
    • “If developers can fix it and make the simulator more playable on this mode, then the game will be a 9/10 for me.”
  • emotional7 mentions

    Players express a range of emotional responses to the game, from frustration over perceived unfairness in gameplay mechanics to deep emotional engagement in career mode, which has even led to tears. The immersive VR experience elicits strong physical reactions, such as headaches and nausea, highlighting the intensity of the emotional impact. Overall, while the game has potential for learning and improvement, its execution leaves some players feeling overwhelmed and disheartened.

    • “Career mode has made me cry.”
    • “I will say it is still a better experience than having my emotionally challenged driving instructor complaining about every single little thing I do.”
    • “There's a good concept here; it could very well help you learn to drive and maybe even teach you to use manual transmission, but the mechanical side of it made me feel like there had to be an easier way.”
  • monetization5 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for being exploitative, particularly with the VR tag being seen as a cash grab that fails to deliver on its promises for SteamVR users. Additionally, the presence of advertisements is minimal and often poorly integrated, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “The VR tag is a huge cash grab while not delivering for my SteamVR-dependent headsets.”
    • “Usually, this kind of home simulator's advertising is completely faulty.”
    • “Ads”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its overall vibe and concept. However, there is a desire for more diverse roads and sceneries to enhance the experience further.

    • “We all love the atmosphere; we just demand a little bit more roads and scenery.”
    • “The concept is there, and there's a really nice atmosphere to the whole thing.”
    • “The atmosphere feels empty and lacks the immersive details that make a world feel alive.”
    • “While the game has potential, the atmosphere is dull and uninspired, making exploration feel tedious.”
    • “The overall ambiance is underwhelming, with repetitive environments that fail to engage the player.”
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Play time

6hMedian play time
12hAverage play time
2-24hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 15 analyzed playthroughs

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