DETOUR

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DETOUR is a real-time business strategy game for 1-2 players, offering single-player, co-op, and PvP modes. Your goal is to build a path for your truck convoy to reach its destination, while competing against AI or human adversaries. With adaptive AI opponents, 5 modes of play, and dozens of single-player maps, DETOUR provides endless strategies and challenges in a feature-rich package. Its epic soundtrack complements the engaging resource allocation and route planning gameplay.

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53%

Audience ScoreBased on 641 reviews

gameplay24 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and chaotic multiplayer experience, especially when played with friends.
The concept of routing trucks past obstacles is interesting and can lead to engaging gameplay.
It's a cheap game that can provide a few hours of entertainment, especially during sales.

The interface is clunky and can be frustrating to navigate, making gameplay less enjoyable.
The AI is often unbalanced, frequently teaming up against the player, which can lead to a frustrating experience.
The graphics and sound design are subpar, making the game feel outdated and less appealing.

gameplay
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
57%
12%
The gameplay of Detour is characterized by its simplicity and repetitive mechanics, which many players find unengaging and shallow. While the core concept of routing trucks and blocking opponents has potential, the execution suffers from clunky controls, a frustrating user interface, and a lack of depth, making it difficult to maintain interest over time. Despite some players appreciating the competitive aspect and fun mechanics when played with friends, the overall experience is marred by technical issues and a lack of variety.
- “The gameplay involves building roads, structures, planting bombs and missiles, deploying and sending trucks across to the edge of the map before other players and computer opponents.”
- “The fun in this game truly lies in the simplicity of the gameplay, but the complexity the game can take on when played by two skilled players.”
- “The gameplay is straightforward - using any means necessary, build a route and get your cargo truck to the other side before your opponents do so.”
- “Detour falls short with its overly simplistic graphics and shallow gameplay that quickly feels repetitive.”
- “While the concept of routing trucks past obstacles has potential, the limited mechanics and lack of depth make it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The gameplay progresses way too fast!”
graphics
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
66%
13%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users noting their simplicity and lack of polish, often comparing them to mobile app quality. While some appreciate the cartoonish style and find them acceptable for the price, others criticize them as amateurish and lacking depth. Overall, the visuals are seen as a significant factor in the game's repetitive gameplay and may not appeal to players seeking a more immersive experience.
- “From the ultra-realistic graphics to the amazing gameplay, I am amazed by this game.”
- “The game features and the soundtrack are pretty good, as well as the graphics and of course the glorious multiplayer.”
- “It's an enjoyable and simple strategy game with quite good and clean looking graphics.”
- “Detour falls short with its overly simplistic graphics and shallow gameplay that quickly feels repetitive.”
- “In-game graphics are simplistic and nothing like the standards today.”
- “The artwork was really amateurish.”
story
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
80%
11%
The story in the game is generally considered weak and unengaging, with many reviewers noting its lack of depth and relevance to the gameplay. While there are some unique characters and a basic premise involving a construction company, the narrative fails to captivate players, often feeling like a bland backdrop to the multiplayer-focused experience. Overall, the single-player campaign is criticized for its simplicity and lack of a compelling storyline, leaving players wanting more.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “First off, it’s based around multiplayer, but unless you have played through the first couple of single player missions, you have no idea what’s going on.”
- “Great storyline”
- “As an indie game, the gameplay graphics and background music may appear simple, and the simple gameplay with lack of variety and storyline in the singleplayer campaign may not hold anyone's attention for long.”
- “There are a few unique personalities to deal with, but otherwise there's not really much of a story there.”
- “The story isn’t much; you are just Mr. Creasey's new recruit.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
59%
18%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it relaxing and enjoyable, while others describe it as uninteresting, annoying, and poorly suited to the game's atmosphere. While a few appreciate the soundtrack as a positive aspect, many express frustration with its lack of variety and its tendency to clash with the gameplay's mood. Overall, the music seems to be a divisive element, contributing to both enjoyment and irritation among players.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “When playing a multiplayer free-for-all game, the song reminded me of a calm spring afternoon with its peaceful piano melody.”
- “But, with the great music, outstanding writing, chaotic gameplay, and extremely cheap price tag, this game definitely feels like it’s worth trying.”
- “The soundtrack is really uninteresting and annoying when playing, and you will find yourself muting it to preserve your sanity.”
- “The music is awful.”
- “On top of that, the music usually doesn't fit the mood.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
90%
30%
The humor in the game is polarizing; while some players find it enjoyable and funny, especially in multiplayer settings, others describe it as cringe-worthy and unbalanced. Many agree that the comedic elements can be fun with friends, but the experience can fall flat when playing alone. Overall, the humor is seen as hit-or-miss, with a mix of amusing moments and frustrating imbalances.
- “I can see it being some fun with friends, where the idea of being crazy and constantly sabotaging could be fun - but it's hilariously unbalanced, and absolutely no fun alone.”
- “Its fast, enjoyable and funny (at least I found it funny).”
- “Simple and fun with some funny characters and moments, I did enjoy this game!”
- “In conclusion, this game is not funny and makes you nervous.”
- “The humor falls flat and often feels forced, leaving me more confused than amused.”
- “I expected a lot of laughs, but instead, I found myself cringing at the attempts at humor.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for frequent crashes, glitches, and various bugs that hinder gameplay, such as issues with placing roads and audio cutting off. While some users note that it isn't severely buggy, the overall experience is marred by these technical problems.
- “I had a ton of bugs and glitches, and the game crashed a lot for me.”
- “Buggy as heck, won't place down roads, and audio cuts off.”
- “Random crashes and glitches.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's replayability is mixed; while some users appreciate the potential for custom maps and AI to enhance replay value, others feel it is severely lacking, comparing it unfavorably to titles like Slender and Five Nights at Freddy's. Overall, the consensus suggests that improvements are needed to boost replayability.
- “Custom maps with AI should be added in order to enhance replay value for players who are unable to play online.”
- “Replayability is definitely present.”
- “The game has a replay value and fun level comparable to Slender or Five Nights at Freddy's.”
- “Custom maps with AI should be added in order to enhance replay value for people who are unable to play online.”
- “There is nothing to come back for, and I would say it is severely lacking in replay value.”
- “Replayability is there.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some players report impressive performance with over 1000fps due to a solid engine, others experience significant lag that hampers gameplay, especially given its 2011 release date. This inconsistency leads to frustration, particularly in competitive scenarios where smooth performance is crucial. Overall, the optimization appears to be inadequate for a seamless gaming experience.
- “I can get 1000fps+ due to the great engine and optimization.”
- “Performance is also another good thing about this game.”
- “It reminded me of trying online games where all other players had a lot of experience and did optimized micromanagement while I was just checking the gameplay.”
- “The game's optimization is severely lacking, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I often find myself struggling with performance issues that ruin the overall experience.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, with feelings of oppression and societal pressure juxtaposed against moments of intense personal stakes and moral dilemmas. The narrative evokes deep reflections on conformity and the consequences of choices, leading to poignant moments that resonate with players on a personal level.
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
- “I was about 10 years old when my mother said to him, 'If you ever want to see your grandchildren graduate, you have to stop immediately.' Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, particularly criticizing the card farming and achievement systems for being overly repetitive and lacking enjoyment.
- “It seems much more tedious and boring than fun.”
- “Achievements: now we come to my biggest complaint about this game... the achievements are painfully tedious.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is generally perceived negatively, with users expressing a sense of discomfort or unease.
- “Even the atmosphere feels bad.”
- “The game lacks any immersive atmosphere, making it hard to get invested.”
- “The overall ambiance is dull and uninspired, failing to create any sense of tension or excitement.”