Engine Evolution

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Engine Evolution is a single player and multiplayer casual racing game. It was developed by Petr Šimůnek and was released on May 8, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Engine Evolution is a multiplayer racing game that uses similar principles as World of Tanks - with each PvP race, against 11 other players, you gain experience and credits, for which you can buy various upgrades for your bike, or unlock the next bike.

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Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game is free to play and offers decent arcade racing mechanics, making it enjoyable for casual gamers.
Despite its flaws, the game shows great potential with a dedicated developer who is responsive to feedback and committed to improvements.
The handling and controls are smooth, and the game provides a fun experience, especially when played with friends.

The game suffers from poor graphics, clunky gameplay, and a lack of polish, which detracts from the overall experience.
There are significant issues with matchmaking and player population, leading to a lack of real competition and frustrating gameplay.
Microtransactions and a confusing user interface contribute to a consumer-hostile environment, making it feel more like a cash grab than a genuine gaming experience.

graphics
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them mediocre and a significant factor in the game's inability to attract a larger audience. While a few users appreciate the decent visuals and smooth controls, others criticize the overall quality, noting issues with optimization, choppy physics, and a lack of polish that detracts from the gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics seem to be a point of contention, with opinions varying widely among players.
- “Fast game with modern day graphics with easy controls that moves from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “Nicely done game, which includes decent graphics, very good handling and it never gets old, especially when you play with your friends!”
- “The riding controls and the way the game functions is nice and smooth; it also has nice graphics.”
- “This has some really mediocre looking graphics that will understandably be a turn off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract gamers despite having no up-front cost.”
- “The game itself doesn't appear finished; the graphics are okay, the physics are choppy, and the continuity of the game just doesn't hold enough excitement to keep playing.”
- “It needs a lot of optimization, better physics, and graphics.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mixed bag, with some users praising the smooth controls and well-implemented handling mechanics, while others criticize it as clunky and poorly executed. Despite its flaws, the game offers an addictive challenge and a decent variety of bikes, though there is a desire for more content in the future. Overall, the experience is marred by its cash shop focus and lack of polish.
- “I like the concept; there's a pretty good variety of bikes (though I would love to see more in the future). The controls are smooth and responsive, and the handling mechanics are implemented well.”
- “This cash shop with a game wrapped around it isn't even a decent motorbike racing game... it's a clunky train wreck with poor gameplay. I'm surprised this isn't on the app stores.”
- “Gameplay and game mechanics are hard, but addictive.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for heavily relying on mobile app store-style microtransactions, leading users to feel that it is not truly free. This approach detracts from the overall value and experience, as it appears to prioritize profit over gameplay quality.
- “The game offers a variety of in-game purchases that enhance the experience without feeling overly aggressive.”
- “While there are microtransactions, they are not necessary to enjoy the game fully.”
- “The monetization model is balanced, allowing players to progress without spending money if they choose.”
- “On pricing and value for gamers, this isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy basic features.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many paywalls in a game that should be accessible to everyone.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs reported by users, leading to a lack of player engagement.
- “It's buggy and nobody is playing it for a reason.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and disconnections, which ruined the experience.”
grinding
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Players note that the game involves a significant amount of grinding, suggesting that repetitive tasks are a prominent feature of the gameplay experience.
- “The amount of grinding required is excessive.”
- “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I found the grinding to be tedious and unfulfilling.”