Crash Time - Undercover
- July 25, 2024
- Synetic GmbH
Get on Steam"Crash Time - Undercover" is a racing game where players go on a high-octane manhunt, taking down criminal gangs in various fast cars and armored vehicles. The game features over 50 action-packed missions across diverse open world environments, and also includes a multiplayer mode for up to eight players. Players can equip their vehicles with weapons and extras, and engage in thrilling car chases and explosive missions.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features stunning graphics that have aged well, showcasing the capabilities of the Synetic engine.
- Engaging gameplay mechanics and a variety of missions provide a fun experience, especially with the addition of mods and community support.
- The game captures the cheesy fun of the original TV series, making it enjoyable for fans of the franchise.
- The game lacks the free roam feature present in previous entries, making it feel more linear and less immersive.
- It suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, particularly on certain hardware configurations, which can detract from the overall experience.
- The pacing is inconsistent, with an overabundance of racing missions that can feel monotonous and repetitive.
- story50 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 82 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story in this game diverges from the traditional Cobra 11 narrative, featuring a simple police drama that lacks depth and coherence, often feeling padded with repetitive racing missions. While some missions offer engaging objectives and variety, the overall narrative is weak, with cutscenes and mission descriptions providing minimal context. Players noted that the alternating structure of missions and races can lead to monotony, detracting from the overall experience.
“The story is simple and fits the police drama.”
“The missions are really fun and the different types are enjoyable, adding variety to the game beyond just racing.”
“While missions alternate between exciting activities such as waypoint racing, escaping from pursuers, and chases, each second mission involves boring racetrack racing.”
“This game strays away from the standard Cobra 11 story structure that you saw in the prior games and in the TV show.”
“My biggest gripe is really just that the whole single-player story feels padded out by too many races.”
“The 'cutscenes' usually give a little dialogue and the mission description kind of gives some context, but it all feels not too connected.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many users noting that they have aged surprisingly well and still look good, especially considering the game's age. While some players experience issues with specific graphics cards, the overall aesthetic, including beautiful locations and decent visuals, is appreciated, particularly for its nostalgic late 2000s style. Additionally, the game offers a variety of graphics options, including support for ultrawide displays, enhancing the visual experience.
“That being said, I couldn't believe at the time that my dad's computer could even handle these sorts of graphics, and even now I think they have aged very well.”
“Congrats to the developers for creating a game of a past era with modern graphics and relatively challenging gameplay!”
“The locations are beautiful, and the developers did really well with the graphics they're using for the price.”
“I repent myself; the game is incompatible with the AMD 6900XT series. Invisible textures all over the place. Don't buy if you have this graphics card!”
“I'm a grown adult playing a game with subpar graphics in 2024, but the gameplay is the most beautiful part I've seen in the past 10 years in a car game.”
“If you’re willing to overlook dated graphics and simple gameplay, you will get a few simple hours of mindless racing.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mix of high points and frustrating low points, featuring engaging mechanics and enjoyable racing experiences, though it suffers from some missed key features that players must discover on their own. While the AI can be lacking and the graphics may feel dated, the driving physics and the addition of weapons enhance the overall fun, making it a standout aspect of the game despite some technical issues. Overall, players can expect a blend of nostalgia and modern gameplay elements that keep them entertained.
“The game itself is genuinely enjoyable, with engaging mechanics and plenty of potential to keep you hooked.”
“Congrats to the developers for creating a game of a past era with modern graphics and relatively challenging gameplay!”
“The weapons add another layer of gameplay that I enjoy as the police vs racer/courier; otherwise, it's dull in most car games.”
“But it completely misses key gameplay mechanics, like the fact that nitro exists (mapped to 'shift'), how pursuit tech is swappable using the '.' and ',' keys, or that the horn is tied to the 'h' key.”
“These details are critical to gameplay but are left for the player to discover on their own.”
“If you’re willing to overlook dated graphics and simple gameplay, you will get a few simple hours of mindless racing.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized as "inoffensive" and "generic" rock, suggesting it lacks distinctiveness and may not leave a lasting impression on players.
“The rock music is enjoyable and fits well with the game's atmosphere.”
“I would describe the music as very much 'inoffensive' and 'generic' rock, which makes it easy to listen to while playing.”
“I'd call the music very much 'inoffensive' and 'generic' sort of rock music.”
“I'd call the music very much 'inoffensive' and 'generic' sort of rock music.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant stuttering issues occurring after approximately 15 minutes of gameplay.
“Terrible optimization.”
“After about 15 minutes, the game starts to stutter.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users feel that new games primarily serve as cash grabs, indicating a trend where monetization strategies prioritize profit over player experience.
“New games are only cash grabs, usually.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative and prioritizes profit over player experience.”
“It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight the humor in the game, often pointing out amusing bugs and glitches that add an unexpected comedic element to their gameplay experiences. These moments, shared through streaming and clips, contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere that enhances enjoyment.
“I found a hilarious bug while streaming on my laptop! Check it out here: https://youtube.com/clip/ugkxt5ld3as453snqxganecs_pvlqvymtndv?si=os2sud1p4k9bvmwe”
“The game's humor is top-notch, with witty dialogue and funny character interactions that kept me laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game incorporates humor into its quests; the absurd situations and clever puns made every mission enjoyable.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the strong replayability of the game, citing the impressive variety of cars and the potential for additional content through the Steam Workshop, which will introduce even more cars and tracks.
“The cars look really good in this game and have a great variety. Plus, the Steam Workshop is going to add even more replay value with additional cars and tracks.”
