CyberTaxi

About

CyberTaxi is a single player arcade racing game. It was developed by Projects from Basement and was released on October 30, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

"CyberTaxi" is an action-packed first-person shooter and taxi simulator set in a dangerous, post-apocalyptic city. As a cab driver, complete over 300 random missions for various factions, earn money for weapons and taxi repairs, and customize your taxi's color. Talk to hundreds of customers for valuable information and survival tips in this dark, grim vision of the future.

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Audience ScoreBased on 87 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

CyberTaxi serves as a nostalgic tribute to the classic game Quarantine, capturing its chaotic and violent essence while updating the graphics and some gameplay mechanics.
The game offers a fun and chaotic experience, blending elements of taxi driving with over-the-top action, making it enjoyable for fans of the original and newcomers alike.
Despite its flaws, the developers are actively updating the game and responding to community feedback, showing a commitment to improving the overall experience.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including poor controls, bugs, and a lack of customization options, which can make it frustrating to play.
Many players feel that the game feels unfinished and lacks depth, with repetitive missions and simplistic AI that detracts from the overall experience.
The graphics and performance are often criticized for being subpar, with some players noting that it feels more like a low-quality indie project rather than a polished remake.

graphics
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users noting that they resemble outdated visuals from 2003, despite the game being more demanding than modern titles like Elden Ring. While some appreciate the retro aesthetic and art style, others criticize the poor lighting and overall execution, describing the graphics as "hideous" or "half-hearted." Additionally, performance issues, such as lag and freezing on platforms like the Steam Deck, further detract from the visual experience.
- “A loving tribute to the 3DO game Quarantine with nicer graphics and cool tunes.”
- “I like the art style because it seems to be trashy but in a positive way; it reminds me of some cartoons and overall is consistent, which is not easy because there are both 2D and 3D elements and still looks good.”
- “This only pro is that it has better graphics.”
- “Graphics of 2003 while the game is more demanding than Elden Ring.”
- “Graphics look a little half-hearted sometimes.”
- “New 3D graphics aren't anything to write home about; I'm pretty sure it's mostly Unity assets put together. The biggest issue is the lighting; it's so bad that often you aren't sure where the street is, and setting darkness options in the menu to brighter doesn't help much.”
story
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The story in the game is described as simplistic and reminiscent of other titles, featuring a mix of typical point A to B missions alongside more chaotic tasks like combat and destruction. While some missions offer unique elements, many players find them easy and lacking depth, leading to a sense of boredom. Overall, the narrative fails to engage, with a blend of gory action that doesn't compensate for the game's shortcomings in mission design and controls.
- “This game's premise is a blend of Crazy Taxi and Carmageddon, so expect plenty of gory action and crazy missions.”
- “Most fares are point A and point B affairs, but you sometimes get missions that involve killing other drivers or even blowing up buildings.”
- “Very much the same plot as Quarantine.”
- “The story mode is quite simple.”
- “Some missions look bland and could be a bit better.”
gameplay
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The gameplay remains largely unchanged from the original, focusing on collecting and transporting characters while earning money for upgrades. While some players appreciate the nostalgic feel and find the core mechanics enjoyable, others criticize the lack of innovation and polish, likening it to an early access experience. Overall, the gameplay offers a mix of fun and frustration, depending on individual expectations and preferences.
- “The game stays true to the feel and gameplay of the original but benefits from modern resolutions, a save feature, and various improvements that make it more enjoyable to play.”
- “The gameplay has stayed the same; you collect people and bring them to where they want to go. For that, you earn money, which you can use to repair your taxi and upgrade it with familiar weapons.”
- “I played 3 sessions so far, hauling people, buying weapons, destroying cars... somehow, the main gameplay loop actually does nail the quarantine feel!”
- “If you're expecting entirely new game mechanics or a larger open-world map, you will be disappointed.”
- “Developers had a chance to remake Quarantine and fix the problems with its gameplay but boldly decided not to.”
- “Gameplay feels like an early access game sadly.”
optimization
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The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with users highlighting issues such as unchangeable controls, long loading times, and performance stuttering after short play sessions. Additionally, the steering sensitivity is deemed excessively high without adjustment options, contributing to a frustrating experience. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, it is clear that better optimization and control customization are needed for an improved gameplay experience.
- “This game could benefit from some optimizations, especially at the start, as I almost got killed while driving with my first customer.”
- “The game has some performance issues that could be improved, particularly with controller support and overall optimization.”
- “While the game is fun, it would greatly improve with better optimization to reduce lag and enhance the overall experience.”
- “Can't change controls ("retro game" is not a reason; given Doom and Duke Nukem allow to do that even with external applications), long loading screens for a Unity engine game consisting of prerendered models, and horrible optimizations.”
- “Right now, the only two issues I have with the game are that it starts stuttering after about 10-20 minutes, and this stuttering can really throw your driving off.”
- “Lost controller support, worse performance overall.”
humor
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The humor in the game is described as a mix of goofy dialogue and amusing interactions, contributing to a fast-paced and entertaining experience. While some jokes may elicit eye rolls, the overall comedic elements, including quirky scenarios and character interactions, enhance the nostalgic and vibrant atmosphere.
- “It is fast, crazy, and hilariously fun.”
- “The dialogue can still be a bit goofy at times, and it might make you roll your eyes, but also some of the things your fares say are pretty funny.”
- “- interesting world with some funny elements - voltage meter connected to road sign?”
monetization
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Reviewers criticize Cybertaxi's monetization strategy, labeling its $10 price point as a "cash grab" that fails to justify the cost, especially when compared to the value of older AAA games available for the same price.
- “Cybertaxi has a completely unrealistic cash grab price of $10 USD, for which you could easily get any number of older AAA games.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it pushes players to spend more money to enjoy basic features.”
- “I was disappointed to find that many essential items are locked behind a paywall, making it hard to progress without spending extra.”
stability
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Reviews indicate that "Cybertaxi" suffers from significant stability issues, drawing unfavorable comparisons to "No Man's Sky" for its buggy launch. Many players express frustration with the game's performance, suggesting that relying on post-launch patches to fix these problems is a misguided approach.
- “Following the 'No Man's Sky' example of releasing a horridly buggy game and hoping the playing public is patient enough for it to be patched up later is a very bad, wrong, and stupid idea, and CyberTaxi proves it.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the overall experience.”
music
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and suitability to the setting of Hindenburg City, although the in-game radio offers a limited selection. Overall, players find the soundtrack to be excellent and immersive.
- “The soundtrack is great!”
- “The radio in-game is pretty limited, but the music that is there is quite nice and very fitting for the setting of Hindenburg City.”
- “Excellent music!”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of Cybertaxi is distinctly cyberpunk, offering a unique experience that contrasts with the darker tones of the classic game Quarantine, while still evoking a sense of nostalgia for its predecessor.
- “The atmosphere is similar to that of Quarantine, but where it was rather dark, CyberTaxi is much more adapted to the cyberpunk genre.”
- “The unique atmosphere somewhat reminds me of the old Quarantine classic.”
- “The atmosphere is similar to that of quarantine, but where it was rather dark, CyberTaxi is much more adapted to the cyberpunk genre.”