Crash Time 3

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In Crash Time 3, players become part of the Autobahn Police force and engage in high-speed chases and intense action. The game features a variety of missions, including car chases, undercover operations, and crash competitions. With advanced physics and graphics, Crash Time 3 offers a thrilling and immersive open-world experience.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 234 reviews

story22 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features enjoyable driving mechanics with a variety of vehicles and realistic physics, making it fun to crash and race.
It offers a nostalgic experience for fans of the original TV show, with a decent amount of missions and a large map to explore.
The graphics are surprisingly good for a budget title, and the game runs well on lower-end PCs, making it accessible to a wider audience.

The voice acting is widely criticized as poor and cringeworthy, detracting from the overall experience.
Many players find the missions repetitive and the story confusing, leading to a lack of engagement over time.
Controller support is problematic, requiring manual configuration and often resulting in frustrating gameplay experiences.

story
94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
63%
14%
The story in "Crash Time" is generally considered weak and confusing, with many reviewers noting poor voice acting and a lack of character development. While the missions can be fun and varied, they often feel repetitive and serve primarily as a vehicle for gameplay rather than a compelling narrative. Overall, players recommend focusing on the open-world aspects and racing mechanics rather than the storyline itself.
- “I love this game, great storyline, I love how there is voice acting too.”
- “The story missions are also quite unique and fun (and if you complete the story you will unlock some additional 'stunt' levels).”
- “Surprisingly decent vehicle physics, some interesting missions and gameplay mechanics, and the campy voice acting actually grows on you to where you get to like the characters.”
- “The story is very unclear.”
- “While a fun game, Crash Time III falls short in the story and voice acting.”
- “The game seems to place its focus on a lackluster story instead of racing.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
38%
9%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising their quality for the time of release, noting impressive damage models and good vehicle diversity. However, some players criticize the visuals as outdated or grainy, with comparisons to better-performing titles highlighting limitations in texture and model detail. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good for older hardware, they may not meet the expectations of players accustomed to more modern standards.
- “Taking into account the period in which this game was released, the graphics are stunning yet the minimum requirements aren't too taxing on older machines!”
- “For the time they were made, the graphics were impressive and damage models are top-notch even today.”
- “Visuals are great where it matters in such a game, yet it's very easy on the hardware.”
- “The graphics are terrible that your eyes hurt even if you have everything on max settings. This game looks like a knockoff of a GTA game that you can download on your phone. Oh, and the voice acting is trash. Even I put more work into my homework, so do not buy it.”
- “The graphics are not the best, and it's a bit laggy even on capable hardware. The story is okay, and the voice acting is hilariously bad.”
- “Graphic quality is almost the same as Crash Time 2.”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
44%
11%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, featuring solid vehicle physics and a variety of missions that go beyond simple driving. While some players appreciate the free-roaming aspect and the ability to crash into things, others criticize the driving mechanics and the lack of clarity in certain game instructions. Overall, the experience is mixed, with some enjoying the gameplay and others finding it lacking in depth and enjoyment.
- “It's fun to drive around and crash into stuff, and the campaign has some pretty fun missions too with some different mechanics beyond just driving.”
- “Surprisingly decent vehicle physics, some interesting missions and gameplay mechanics, and the campy voice acting actually grows on you to where you get to like the characters.”
- “Gameplay feels solid and presentation is good even with the strange English voice acting.”
- “The driving sucks, the gameplay sucks, everything sucks!”
- “Many game mechanics are introduced, and some instructions seem to be outright missing from the game (when tailing someone in the open world, for example, you must destroy their car when the timer runs out, despite no hint that you should do so unless you fail to).”
- “This is a fairly mediocre game with good graphics, decent gameplay but anything else is pure shit ranging from the voice acting to the missions.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
56%
17%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players describing it as generic and unmemorable, often comparing it to "bland euronoise." However, a notable feature is the ability to add custom soundtracks, which enhances the overall experience for some players. While the original soundtrack may not stand out, the game's driving mechanics and graphics have been praised, making the music less of a focal point.
- “Astonishing good driving physics, nice graphics and even the music is well made.”
- “I like this game; the music sounds like Burnout music and it is a lot like Burnout. The game is so much fun.”
- “Music is terrible.”
- “Sound & music: music in this game is bland euronoise.”
- “You can put in your own soundtracks, which made the game a lot more bearable, but it still didn't feel like I was doing much besides getting scolded for eating doughnuts after arresting someone.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
22%
The humor in the game is characterized by its intentionally bad voice acting and a quirky script, which many players find hilarious despite its cringeworthy moments. The combination of simple humor, funny physics, and the earnest yet untrained delivery of the dialogue adds to the overall comedic experience, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate its unique charm.
- “But it's pretty hilarious, so that paired with the really weird script just makes the experience funnier.”
- “The voice acting is also really enjoyable and funny!”
- “The dialogue and voice acting are hilarious because they're trying their best to put on their American badass cop accents and use American badass cop lingo, but they're all clearly untrained German actors.”
- “The humor feels cheap and unfunny, like a racing car that can't keep up.”
- “The cast is cringey, but there are moments that are genuinely funny in the script.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a "second life." Additionally, the randomly generated patrols can make the grinding experience feel tedious and repetitive.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “However, the patrol can be a bit tedious, as it really is randomly generated.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
While the game lacks traditional replay value elements like grade rankings and achievements, its linear story limits replayability. However, players note that there are still plenty of activities to engage with, providing some incentive to revisit the game.
- “There's no achievements nor real replay value (as the story is quite linear), but there's still a lot to do in this game.”
- “✔️ Grade ranking for replay value.”
- “However, if you're looking for real replay value, it doesn't have any.”
- “There's no achievements nor real replay value, as the story is quite linear, but there's still a lot to do in this game.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users feel that the monetization strategy of the game does not align with the advertising, suggesting that the in-game experience falls short of expectations set by promotional materials.
- “The monetization system feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I find the in-game purchases to be overpriced and not worth the value they provide.”
- “The constant push for microtransactions makes it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development in the game is minimal, with users noting a lack of depth in the story and character arcs. While the voice acting is described as cheesy, it is not considered a major drawback.
- “Don't expect much of a story or character development. The voice acting is cheesy but not terrible.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack any real growth throughout the game.”
- “There is little to no backstory provided for the characters, making it hard to connect with them.”