Design it, Drive it: Speedboats
- July 26, 2016
- Performance Simulations
Get on Steam"Design it, Drive it: Speedboats" is a highly realistic speedboat simulator for Windows PC that allows players to design and test their own speedboats with adjustable parameters. The game features high fidelity physics and includes top speed shootouts, time trials, and free drive modes. It is a popular tool used by real-life boat racers for training and testing purposes.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and realistic simulation experience for boat enthusiasts, with great physics and customizable boat designs.
- Players appreciate the engaging mechanics and the ability to tinker with boat configurations to achieve desired performance.
- The game has a strong potential for growth, with many players expressing hope for future updates and additional content.
- The game suffers from a lack of updates and content, with many players feeling it has become stagnant and overpriced for what it offers.
- Graphics and sound quality are considered outdated and lacking, detracting from the overall experience.
- There are significant limitations in customization options and gameplay variety, leading to a repetitive experience for some players.
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users praising them as very good for a low-priced title, while others criticize them as outdated and poor. There is hope for future updates to enhance the visual quality and overall experience.
“Very good game with good graphics.”
“Hope there will be a lot of updates with new boat types, engines, etc. - also the graphics and decals, as well as the onboard view - high potential to be the first and best powerboat racing simulation in the gaming world.”
“This is a £5 game with outdated graphics.”
“Graphics are poor.”
“Graphics are really crappy.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its well-written code and engaging driving mechanics that simulate the feel of a speedboat on water. Players appreciate the simplicity of the mechanics, making it enjoyable and accessible for a wide audience.
“This is a great little game, well-written code, and the driving mechanics really feel like a speedboat on the water.”
“It's a great game with simple mechanics for players to have fun with.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is criticized as exploitative, with users labeling it a "cash grab" due to the limited content, specifically mentioning only two poorly designed maps.
“This game feels like a cash grab; there are only two maps, and calling them 'maps' is a stretch.”
“The monetization is excessive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending a fortune.”
“It's frustrating how much the game pushes you to spend money to unlock basic features.”
