Drift Stage
- January 13, 2023
- Super Systems Softworks
Get on Steam"Drift Stage" is an arcade-style racing game that emphasizes drifting and trick handling. Race through vibrant coastal locations, unlocking new cars and customizing their performance and appearance. With its laid-back atmosphere and smooth gameplay, Drift Stage captures the thrill of old-school arcade racing while adding a modern twist.
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Reviews
- The game features amazing aesthetics and a glorious soundtrack that captures a nostalgic vibe.
- There is a solid foundation for gameplay mechanics and car handling, with potential for fun once the bugs are addressed.
- The developer has shown commitment to improving the game, and there is hope for future updates and community support.
- The game is currently plagued with numerous bugs, glitches, and incomplete features, making it frustrating to play.
- There is a lack of content, with only a few tracks and game modes available, leading to a simplistic and unengaging experience.
- Many players have expressed disappointment with the game's current state, feeling it has regressed from earlier versions and lacks polish.
- music18 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its quality and how well it complements the visuals. Myrone's soundtrack is highlighted as a standout feature, contributing to an overall positive aesthetic experience despite the game's technical issues. While the gameplay may be flawed, the music remains a consistent point of admiration among players.
“The music, visuals, everything about this game is awesome.”
“What I will say about it now is the artwork is incredible, the music is incredible, and given the troubled history this game experienced, the least I can do is help spread some positive vibes and give it some support.”
“One thing that can never beat this game bundled with its looks, the epic soundtrack made by Myrone.”
“Don't be fooled by the pretty art and music; the game is very buggy and the 'racing' does not work at all.”
- stability12 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and audio-visual imperfections that detract from the overall experience. Many feel that the 2018 alpha version is less polished and more problematic than its 2015 predecessor, leading to frustration with gameplay mechanics and a lack of essential features. Overall, the game is described as a "buggy mess," raising concerns about its value given its unfinished state.
“Let me start first by saying, yes, at this moment, the game is littered with bugs, glitches, graphical imperfections, audio issues, and many more.”
“Don't be fooled by the pretty art and music; the game is very buggy and the 'racing' does not work at all.”
“It's alright, but heck is it buggy. Some suggestions that should have already been done before you even released the game include fixing collisions, disabling certain 'features' if you don't want us to use them, and providing a comprehensive control list in the pause menu. This game is probably not worth the price it is; I think it should be at least 2 dollars, considering how unfinished and buggy it is.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their beautiful art style and incredible visuals, contributing to an overall positive aesthetic experience. However, players also note that the game is currently plagued by numerous bugs, glitches, and graphical imperfections, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the artistic elements and music are highly regarded, showcasing the game's potential.
“Lovely concept, beautiful art style, I absolutely love this game.”
“The music, visuals, everything about this game is awesome.”
“What I will say about it now is the artwork is incredible, the music is incredible, and given the troubled history this game experienced, the least I can do is help spread some positive vibes and give it some support.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay features solid car mechanics, but many users feel it lacks the depth and excitement of earlier versions, suggesting a need for more complex tracks or drift mechanics. While there is potential for improvement, significant work remains to be done to enhance the overall experience.
“Since this got resurrected and is going to be (hopefully finished), I'll give a thumbs up... for now... the car mechanics and gameplay are there, but there is so much to do still... and it needs to be done... fast...”
“Either more complex tracks or more complex drift mechanics are required, and either is unlikely to happen at this point.”
“Since this got resurrected and is going to be (hopefully finished), I'll give a thumbs up... for now... the car mechanics and gameplay are there, but there is so much to do still... and it needs to be done... fast.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's grinding mechanics are heavily criticized, with players expressing frustration over a lack of development and progress due to ongoing legal and financial issues, leading to a tedious and unfulfilling experience.
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is marred by a tragic backstory involving programmer abandonment, financial issues, prolonged development delays, and ongoing legal struggles, which have hindered its progress and overall narrative development.
