Downtown Drift
- April 23, 2019
- ThatMadProgrammer
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Reviews
- Downtown Drift offers dynamic gameplay with exciting police chases and satisfying drifting mechanics, making it a fun and addictive experience.
- The game is free to play, providing a solid arcade racing experience that is beginner-friendly and visually appealing with its neon graphics.
- The global leaderboards add a competitive edge, encouraging players to improve their skills and climb the ranks.
- The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and lacks depth, with only one map and limited customization options for cars.
- Graphics and sound design are criticized, with some players finding the visuals hard to navigate and the audio repetitive and annoying.
- The police AI can be frustratingly unbalanced, making it difficult to evade them and leading to a less enjoyable experience.
- gameplay19 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by dynamic racing elements, including fast-paced races and police chases that enhance excitement, while precision drifting adds a satisfying layer of skill. Although the mechanics are relatively simple and can become repetitive, many players find the easy-to-learn yet challenging-to-master nature of the game enjoyable and addictive. Overall, the polished experience and engaging mechanics make it a solid choice for fans of arcade-style racing games.
“It's a solid choice for fans of dynamic racing games, especially those who value mechanical precision and competition in leaderboards.”
“Dynamic gameplay: fast races and police chases add a lot of excitement.”
“Drifting mechanics: precision drifting is crucial, and well-executed turns are satisfying.”
“The gameplay limitations: the game offers relatively simple mechanics that might become repetitive.”
“The gameplay is pretty simple: a bunch of cops are chasing you, but you've got the power of unrealistic drifting to move through the weirdly dream-like city at max velocity.”
“The tutorial doesn't really do the mechanics of this game justice, but from what I can tell, the dev is working on it.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many praising the vibrant neon visuals and overall style that aligns with the developer's vision. However, some players note technical issues and a lack of advanced graphical settings, suggesting that while the visuals are enjoyable, they may not meet the expectations of those accustomed to higher-end productions. Overall, the graphics are considered good but could benefit from further refinement and optimization.
“The graphics are good and match the style the developer was going for.”
“It has excellent visuals and it's beginner-friendly and fun to play.”
“The graphics are good (it plays to its strengths, using neon and darkness nicely) and it's really addictive.”
“The graphics need work; the dashboard assets have the wrong aspect ratio for starters.”
“The graphics are poorly filtered, even though the car models seem decent.”
“I think the game would benefit from some additional graphics settings other than simply 'low, medium, high, ultra' standard Unity presets.”
- music10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players enjoy the catchy soundtrack and the immersive experience it provides, others criticize the limited variety, with some noting that the music can become repetitive and faint during gameplay. Many players recommend turning off the in-game music in favor of personal playlists to enhance the experience, particularly for night-time play. Overall, the music adds to the atmosphere but lacks depth and variety.
“This game is great; yes, there are some things that can be fixed, but overall it's a great game to play at night with music blasting.”
“I love just turning on some music and playing this.”
“In conclusion, Downtown Drift feels polished, the soundtrack is surprisingly catchy, and the mechanics are fun and addictive.”
“Lacking, however, is the sound and music.”
“Besides you and the other police cars' engine sounds, there is a six-second soundtrack loop that indicates whenever a police car is nearby.”
“Since the music is getting annoying quickly, I have to lower the score even further.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its entertaining drifting mechanics and amusing visuals, contributing to an overall fun experience. However, some players noted minor issues, such as invisible walls, which can detract from the enjoyment.
“Funny drifting game - good physics - nice visuals - and it's free.”
“I really like this game, it's so funny and doesn't have a really big problem.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has been criticized for its lack of depth, leaving players seeking a more narrative-driven experience feeling unfulfilled amidst the focus on action.
“Those looking for more than just pure action might feel unfulfilled due to the lack of story.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage the player on an emotional level.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to care about the outcomes of their journeys.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be highly addictive, particularly when it comes to competing for top rankings.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players have reported encountering several glitches related to vehicle interactions, such as cars being overturned or players getting stuck against walls, which can disrupt gameplay. Despite these issues, some users noted that their health remained intact, allowing them to continue playing until they chose to quit. Overall, stability appears to be a concern for some players.
“During my time playing, I encountered several glitches where the cops flipped my car or pushed me into a wall, leaving me stuck. For some reason, I still had health, so the game just didn't end until I quit the round.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience. I've lost progress multiple times due to these stability issues.”
“I often experience lag and frame drops, which disrupts gameplay and makes it frustrating to play. Stability is a major concern.”
