DeathSprint 66

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DeathSprint 66 is a single player and multiplayer arcade racing game with post-apocalyptic, violence and science fiction themes. It was developed by Sumo Digital and was released on September 12, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Run for Fame. Die for Glory. In the year 2066, the Bachman Media Network is yet again, set to dominate the world of brutal entertainment with the latest series of their headline show. DEATHSPRINT 66 sees challengers take on the role of a Clone Jockey with an endless supply of clones at their disposal to compete in the visceral velocity of DEATHSPRINT. RACE Take part in thrilling 8 player PvP on-…

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84%Audience ScoreBased on 402 reviews

gameplay22 positive mentions

optimization11 negative mentions

Fast-paced and thrilling gameplay with tight controls and fluid movement, combining parkour and racing elements for a unique experience.
No microtransactions or paid DLCs; all cosmetics unlock through progression, fostering fair play and rewarding dedication.
Engaging and well-designed maps with a variety of traps and power-ups, providing an adrenaline-fueled, chaotic combat racing atmosphere.

Small and dwindling player base causing long matchmaking times and frequent matches against bots, limiting multiplayer enjoyment.
High difficulty curve and unforgiving PvE challenges with punishing level design lead to frustration and limited accessibility for new players.
Technical issues including inconsistent hitboxes, performance drops especially during intense scenes, lag, and lack of optimization on some platforms, impacting overall experience.

gameplay
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay in this game is fast-paced and exhilarating, combining chaotic, arcade-style racing with platforming and combat mechanics reminiscent of Mario Kart and Wipeout. While the core mechanics are well-executed and satisfying to master, some players find movement physics slippery and certain design elements frustrating or repetitive, leading to a steep learning curve. Overall, it offers a unique, high-energy experience that rewards skillful play, though technical issues and balance quirks may affect immersion for some.
- “Deathsprint 66 is a novel take on racing game, combining elements of combat racing and precision platforming in a fast paced, easy to learn but hard to master style of gameplay.”
- “The gameplay loop feels great, the map design was clearly tested and thought out, it is visually stunning in all graphic settings, the community is welcoming and happy to teach others, the developers and community teams are open and transparent about their plans and what they would like to improve. Each corner of the map feels well thought out and it's clear they put a lot of passion in the game.”
- “Brutal and chaotic cyberpunk gameshow vibe with some insanely smooth racing gameplay that teeters between boost-racer and kart-racer with a pinch of high-stakes high-speed platforming.”
- “I was skeptical of the negative reviews of this game at first. This is a highly intriguing concept but very poorly executed. Movement mechanics, while fun, tend to be very slippery—as if all surfaces are ice. It's very easy to slide off the map even when you know exactly where you are going. The first PvE course is horrid to play, frustrating, and not rewarding due to the slippery movement.”
- “Terrible mechanics and basic levels designed to be near impossible to beat just to keep you repeating them because there is no other content.”
- “The game is breakneck speed and offers a lot of options for agency and expression through movement but lacks solid enough mechanics to really let you get into that flow state and live in it even for a few seconds.”
graphics
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
46%
6%
The game features a striking neon, cyberpunk-inspired aesthetic with detailed map designs and visually engaging effects reminiscent of Tron and tech art styles. While many praise its beautiful, fast-paced visuals and solid performance on higher settings, some users note issues with muddy visuals, overwhelming color palettes, limited graphics customization, and occasional performance hitches on certain hardware. Overall, the graphics effectively enhance the game's high-energy, futuristic atmosphere despite some technical rough edges.
- “That sense of theatricality is deeply woven into every part of the game, from the neon-drenched visuals to the booming, energetic announcers.”
- “The game looks really good: graphics are really nice, fun unique style, lots of attention to detail in map design.”
- “The graphics and frame rate are excellent, comparable to a AAA studio.”
- “That is unacceptable, considering my system's specs, and the graphical quality of this game (which isn't the best).”
- “One bit about the graphics, they are a bit muddy for whatever reason.”
- “Limited graphics customization (it feels like they just cranked the graphics up to max, and fully sent the motion blur option to cover up the unpolished look of the game).”
optimization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
47%
39%
The game offers a fun and unique racing experience, but its optimization is inconsistent, with frequent frame drops and stuttering, especially during intense action or around other players. Performance varies widely across hardware, often struggling even on high-end setups, and the Steam Deck version is notably under-optimized. While visuals are generally praised, many users urge for significant optimization improvements to enhance smoothness and gameplay consistency.
- “Fun and unique feeling racing game that doesn't try too hard to be too much, nice visuals, good performance, keep ray-tracing off and you'll always have great performance.”
- “As far as performance goes system-side, I'm playing with maxed out settings on a 4070 and have 0 dropped frames (maybe a few lost at the very start of matches when players come out swinging).”
- “There are some bugs but performance wise I had no issues.”
- “First of all the terrible optimization, when I'm near the other runners the frames drop from 120 to almost 40, and that's not just my problem; many others have reported bad performance near other runners.”
- “Getting extremely bad performance on a 4090 and 3950x even when locking frame rate at 60 and putting everything on low, still experiencing frame drops.”
- “I should not be struggling to get 60fps on performance DLSS on a 3070, with a mixture of medium and high settings.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
29%
18%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and fitting atmosphere, with many users describing the soundtrack as excellent, enjoyable, and a highlight of the experience. Some players appreciate its electronic style and unique vibe, though a few note technical glitches when playing external music alongside the game. Overall, the soundtrack significantly enhances the game's appeal.
- “The soundtrack is excellent.”
- “The music and movement feel supreme, feels like love was put in it.”
- “Good music too!”
- “Just filling noises, no real music.”
- “Sometimes playing music or other apps messes with the game.”
- “The issue seems connected to using the YouTube Music app; it was not present before the update.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
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19%
The game lacks a traditional story mode but incorporates an underlying narrative about a clone race, mostly conveyed through environmental storytelling and mission design. While the story is minimal and largely implied, the game focuses more on challenging PvE missions and gameplay rather than a deep narrative experience.
- “I like how there's an underlying story looming about how we're clones in a race.”
- “Take us on a tour of the slums over a few tracks and take the opportunity to flesh out a story without a single word being spoken.”
- “It does a really good job of building the world this gritty race is set in through its environmental storytelling.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “Story - not really a story.”
- “The various modes are fun and difficult as you'd expect from a racing game, but there are only 9 missions.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game notably lacks any in-app purchases, DLCs, loot boxes, or microtransactions, which is rare in today’s market, offering a pure post-purchase experience. While it needs more advertising and exposure to reach a broader audience, the in-game advertising elements help immerse players in its world without impacting monetization directly. Some users suggest that adding free access with optional in-game purchases could increase its appeal.
- “Also, the game does not have any in-app purchases or DLCs, a rarity in games these days.”
- “Post purchase there are no loot boxes, microtransactions, or battle passes.”
- “If y'all make it free and include in-game purchases, then I'll be back.”
- “The broken and crumbling brutalist infrastructure comes to life with the hum and glow of seething lasers and garish screens showing advertisements for the greedy conglomerate; the latest excuse for a chemical-imbued beverage.”
- “With massive advertising billboards, and a carousel of rolling headlines, it really helps to cement the world of Deathsprint 66 outside of the spotlight and the races.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding in the game is praised for its high-speed, fluid, and exhilarating feel, seamlessly integrated with other movement mechanics. Players enjoy the fast-paced rail grinding combined with drifting and wall-running, creating an exciting gameplay flow. However, some find repeated cutscenes and voice lines annoying when grinding difficult tracks in PvE.
- “Restarting PvE takes way too long with an unskippable cutscene, and the same 2 or 3 voice lines from the announcer, which is just grating on a difficult track you might be grinding out.”
- “Overall, a solid purchase and one that I'll likely be grinding in PvP solo due to the population.”
- “I'll say the word 'fast' for like the fifth time because it really is, and there's such a fluid sense of movement from running to sliding to wall running to rail grinding.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a strong sense of humor, blending bizarre dystopian themes with clever and entertaining elements like the "glocktopus." Players find the humor engaging and funny, enhancing the fun despite some gameplay imperfections.
- “This game has a great sense of humor, especially with the hilarious glocktopus.”
- “The bizarre and creative dystopian humor presented in the game is just awesome.”
- “The game's terms of service were funny to read in a game about a dystopian death race, adding to the overall fun.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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User experiences with the game's stability are mixed; while some report smooth, glitch-free gameplay, others encounter significant bugs and respawn glitches that negatively impact play. Overall, stability issues are a noted concern alongside enjoyable gameplay.
- “I bought this game thinking it was going to be really fun, but it turned out to be a glitchy and buggy mess.”
- “This game is buggy!”
- “Minus a few respawn glitches that ended up getting me 46 deaths in one match because I was stuck respawning outside the track.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability due to its fast-paced gameplay and multiple modes, including PvP and PvE episodes, keeping the experience fresh and engaging over time. Players appreciate the variety and the challenge of staying quick, which encourages repeated playthroughs.
- “It's super fun and replayable, and continues to amaze me how fast-paced you must be to keep up with the flock.”
- “Variety of game modes: there are multiple game modes, including PvP and PvE episodes, which add to the replay value.”
- “Game time - it's replayable as much as you want.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is praised for its cool vibe and good music, contributing to a unique gameplay experience, although some players find the timer to be too short, which may affect immersion.