Eight Mini Racers
- January 11, 2016
- David Mulder
Get on Steam"Eight Mini Racers" is a local multiplayer 2D racing game supporting up to 8 players on one PC. The game features fast-paced action with various power-ups such as rockets, mines, and speed boosts, as well as hazards like steering and engine failure. Players can race competitively or enjoy party play with friends.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game provides a fun and chaotic experience, especially when played with friends, leading to laughter and enjoyment.
- It offers a nostalgic overhead racing experience reminiscent of classic games like Micro Machines.
- The game can be played with one hand, making it accessible during recovery or for those with limited mobility.
- The lack of online multiplayer and bots makes the game feel isolated and limits replayability.
- The user interface for selecting cars is difficult to navigate, and some car types are significantly worse than others.
- Gameplay issues, such as slow car movement when damaged and the game not ending automatically when most players finish, detract from the overall experience.
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its humor, providing moments of laughter and enjoyment, particularly in short bursts of play. However, some players feel that the lack of achievements diminishes the overall experience.
“We were all laughing and having a great time for 15 minutes or so.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that allows players to feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics have been criticized for being significantly inferior to those of classic titles like Supersprint and Superskidmarks, leading to a disappointing visual experience that detracts from overall gameplay enjoyment.
“If you played Supersprint or Superskidmarks on Amiga or at the arcade, you know what to expect, except much worse graphics and significantly less fun. The gameplay is also quite a bit crappier.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely criticized for being significantly inferior to classic titles like Supersprint and Superskidmarks, lacking both graphical appeal and engaging mechanics, resulting in a disappointing experience.
“If you played Supersprint or Superskidmarks on Amiga or at the arcade, you know what to expect, except much worse and lacking graphical fun, resulting in significantly crappier gameplay.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is heavily criticized, with users describing the car driving mechanics as poorly executed and unoptimized, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, players feel that the game's performance detracts significantly from its enjoyment.
“This game feels like a hell on earth with its poorly optimized car driving mechanics, making it frustrating for anyone trying to enjoy the experience.”
“The optimization is so bad that it seems only a select few can manage to play this game without feeling like losers.”
“The driving mechanics are unoptimized to the point where it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
