Drive Me to Hell
- January 4, 2024
- MadBug
- 2h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"Drive Me to Hell" is a first-person driving horror game with PS1 style low poly graphics. Race through eerie landscapes, evade hellish monsters and demonic obstacles, and use the honk button to survive a 20 to 40 minute playthrough. Will you make it out or end up in hell? Note: The above text is a summary of the game's description and I do not have any personal experience playing the game.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and entertaining concept, blending driving mechanics with horror elements, which keeps players engaged.
- Despite its short length, the game has effective scares and a charmingly goofy tone that adds to the overall experience.
- The driving controls are well-executed, allowing for enjoyable gameplay as players navigate through spooky environments.
- The game is very short, with a runtime of around 30 minutes, leading to limited replayability and a feeling of incompleteness.
- The story is predictable and lacks depth, making it feel mediocre and not particularly memorable.
- Some players experienced issues with visibility and controls, which could lead to frustrating moments during gameplay.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple yet engaging, with tight driving mechanics and appealing retro graphics. While some players appreciate its uniqueness and reasonable price, others criticize issues like input lag and mediocre driving experiences. Overall, the game offers a brief but enjoyable experience, particularly for fans of retro aesthetics.
“Although the game takes 20 to 40 minutes to complete, it’s great in terms of gameplay and its uniqueness.”
“The gameplay is simple but still fairly engaging, and the chunky polygons make for some fantastic visuals.”
“Main gameplay is the driving which has tight controls, if not at times rapidly responsive (especially the brakes).”
“In the long run, I am a sucker for graphics like these, and the gameplay is simple enough that anyone can play it.”
“Linear, obvious twist that was basically spoiled within the first minute of gameplay; the driving is mediocre, too much input lag, and the sound design is dreadful.”
“Main gameplay is the driving, which has tight controls, if not at times rapidly responsive (especially the brakes).”
- story12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as a short and simple narrative that, while tragic, lacks depth and player agency, leading to predictable outcomes. Despite its linearity, some players appreciated the atmosphere and the basic storyline, finding it a nice touch amidst the gameplay. Overall, the story is seen as a mixed aspect, with potential for improvement.
“I'll give this a positive rating just because the little 'story' or what there is of it, was a nice touch.”
“I really enjoyed the simple story and the surreal atmosphere of hell.”
“The game was a fun short rollercoaster ride with a simple story.”
“Story-wise, it is very basic and I had already figured out what happened by the ending.”
“It's a linear story and your actions (or inactions) don't change anything no matter what you try.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally praised for their engaging visuals, with a mix of retro low-resolution styles and chunky polygons that create a unique aesthetic. While some players may be put off by the retro graphics, many appreciate the solid execution and the effective transition between different visual themes, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
“The gameplay is simple but still fairly engaging, and the chunky polygons make for some fantastic visuals.”
“I liked this game, very cool graphics and great idea with solid execution.”
“The game effectively changes from an exploratory escape game where the player is driving through highways and desolate cities, to avoiding obstacles and hauntings as the player creepily delves into a hellish world that draws visuals from a ‘Hellraiser’ twisted world.”
“Low resolution retro graphics may turn off some players.”
“The game effectively changes from an exploratory escape game where the player is driving through highways and desolate cities, to avoiding obstacles and hauntings as the player creepily delves into a hellish world that draws visuals from a 'Hellraiser' twisted world.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its intriguing and immersive qualities, effectively balancing scares with a unique personality, despite some frustrations related to driving mechanics and visibility. While the short runtime enhances the experience, players express a desire for more engaging activities beyond driving to complement the surreal setting. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
“Game has an interesting atmosphere with just enough scares to keep you on edge for its short 30-minute run time.”
“Nice and short with lots of personality and atmosphere.”
“I really enjoyed the simple story and the surreal atmosphere of hell.”
“This approach can work well for atmosphere, and it does, but it also adds a fair bit of frustration when you need to drive fast, non-stop, on reasonably narrow paths, or risk falling off a cliff. When you can barely see in front of you, dodging obstacles that lead to falling off a cliff and dying feels more than a bit unfair.”
“I hoped for a better driving experience and some more things to do besides actual driving, but after all, I really enjoyed the simple story and the surreal atmosphere of hell.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game incorporates humor effectively, with players noting that it adds a delightful touch to the experience. Many found the comedic elements, even in scary scenes, to be amusing, contributing to an overall lighthearted tone despite the presence of horror elements.
“The sprinkling of a bit of humor in the game is a nice touch too.”
“Very funny game.”
“Personally, I found some of the scary scenes quite funny!”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is criticized for its lack of replayability, with many users noting its short length and limited content. Suggestions for improvement include adding more levels, different vehicles, and features like timers or achievements to enhance replay value. While some recommend experiencing the opening again, the consensus is that the game does not offer much incentive for repeated playthroughs.
“The game offers a variety of levels and cars, which enhances its replay value significantly.”
“I appreciate the inclusion of achievements that encourage me to replay the game and explore different strategies.”
“Adding a timer for challenges would make the replay experience even more exciting.”
“The game has no replayability, but I would recommend experiencing the opening at least once more.”
“It could use some more levels, different cars, maybe a timer for replay value, and achievements.”
“The game is very short, and I'd say it has little to no replay value at all.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a cool experience, though it can become tedious and repetitive at times, with some suggesting it requires a significant time investment.
“Cool experience, but nothing new - a little tedious to play at times.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as decent, complementing the overall positive impressions of the graphics and story, though it ultimately does not elevate the experience enough for a recommendation.
“The music is decent, but it lacks variety and gets repetitive quickly.”
“While the soundtrack has some good tracks, overall it feels uninspired and forgettable.”
“The background music doesn't match the game's tone, making it hard to stay immersed.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's stability is compromised by frequent glitches, which detract from the overall experience and contribute to a perception of it being shorter than intended.
“I get that it's short, but it's made shorter by the glitches.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
