Engine Evolution 2023

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I have been creating this game since high school and have worked hard through my studies at Charles University in Prague. My aim for this year is to carry over my Ph.D. research about procedurally generated terrains into my game. I aim to capture 150 years of racing in a game. Engine Evolution is a multiplayer racing game that uses principles similar to World of Tanks - with each race against 11…

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+16

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 233 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

monetization12 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and casual racing experience, especially enjoyable when played with friends.
Despite its flaws, the game has a lot of potential and is surprisingly addictive for a free-to-play title.
The developer's dedication is evident, and the game runs well on lower-end PCs, making it accessible to a wider audience.

The physics and handling of vehicles are often criticized as unrealistic and frustrating, leading to a poor driving experience.
Server connection issues and a lack of players can result in races being dominated by AI, diminishing the multiplayer experience.
The presence of intrusive ads and a confusing UI detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.

graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
39%
23%
The graphics of the game are generally considered good, with some users noting impressive visuals and decent realism, especially for a title developed by a single developer. However, expectations should be tempered, as they do not reach AAA standards, and some players have pointed out that while the graphics are competent, they lack standout features that would make them truly remarkable. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gaming experience, despite some criticisms regarding other aspects like sound and physics.
- “Graphics are fine; nothing that made my jaw drop, but I can't expect triple-A type graphics from only one developer. Overall, it is still really great.”
- “Surprisingly good graphics.”
- “It's a very impressive game; I like the graphics and the realism.”
- “Graphics are mid; the sound is bad, and the handling model and physics are horrible.”
- “Don't expect AAA graphics or bug-free gameplay.”
- “Graphics are fine; nothing that made my jaw drop, but I can't expect triple-A type graphics from only one developer.”
monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
92%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reactions from players. While some appreciate the presence of ads as a necessary means for the developers to sustain the game, others criticize the intrusive nature of the ads and the heavy reliance on microtransactions, which can lead to a pay-to-win experience. Many players express a desire for options to remove ads and improve the overall monetization approach to enhance gameplay.
- “The progression is extremely fast, which somewhat removes the point of having progression, in my opinion. Plus, there are microtransactions to make it even faster, which is a bit strange, but I understand that they need to make money somehow.”
- “There are ads in the game...”
- “Looking deeper into the games by the marker, it's a cash grab. They make a 'new' game each year that's just the old game with a different name. I haven't found anywhere stating that items bought with real money carry over to the next. This game is super pay-to-win; you can buy top-tier vehicles for 12€, along with the ability to pay real money for everything from XP to credits. And don't get me started on the ads that cut off parts of the screen.”
- “As far as I have been able to find, there is no way to remove ads either, and this game has by far the worst example of ads in a video game I have ever seen.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Gameplay is generally enjoyable and casual, with detailed mechanics that may take some time to master, particularly the braking system. However, players should not expect AAA graphics or a bug-free experience, and opinions on the racing mechanics vary significantly, with some finding them lacking.
- “Once you get used to the braking mechanics, it's a very good game.”
- “The biggest thing I want to mention is the mechanics, which surprised me by how detailed they are.”
- “- Actually enjoyable, casual, calm gameplay.”
- “But it doesn't affect your personal gameplay that much.”
- “Don't expect AAA graphics or bug-free gameplay.”
- “The racing mechanics are poorly designed.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
Overall, players find the grinding in the game to be manageable, with a balance that encourages multiple play sessions without feeling overly tedious. While some note that unlocking certain content requires grinding through races, the system is generally viewed as fair and not excessively demanding, especially for a free-to-play title. However, there are suggestions for more varied and engaging content to enhance the experience.
- “Simple progression that isn't too grindy, but it has enough grind to make me want to play multiple sessions.”
- “Till now, the only game on Steam of its kind. It's a casual arcade game, not too grindy yet not too predatory, and this seems to be a nice mix for now.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Slightly grindy; to unlock any car in the tech tree, you need to grind multiple races. This isn't a problem, but it is a very lackluster system since the content isn't much to begin with. Maybe more varied maps with elevation changes and some longer maps would be nice.”
- “For being free, the rewards you get for the races you win are very fair. It doesn't make the game feel overly grindy or like you're doing the same thing over and over again.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
The game's optimization is severely criticized, with players reporting extremely low frame rates, stuttering, and poor performance even on high-end hardware like the RTX 3060. Many attribute the issues to the game's handling of numerous animated NPCs, leading to significant drops in performance during gameplay. Overall, the consensus is that the optimization is lacking, resulting in a frustrating experience for users.
- “If you look deep enough in the reviews, you can see where someone wrote a negative review about the game because the ads caused massive performance issues on their laptop. Instead of telling the reviewer to pay for ad-free (or just ignoring the review entirely), the developer turned off ads for that player in particular.”
- “Bad optimization game..even in recommended settings my RTX 3060 got 52-62 fps and stuttering.”
- “The performance is horrible even though I have a decent CPU and GPU; a solid 80 fps when you're lucky, but looking back drops the fps down to a very crunchy 20-30.”
- “I feel like most of the performance issues are coming from the hundreds of NPCs around the track that are animated.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth or engagement, with players feeling that the focus on monetization undermines the narrative experience. The frustration over the slow progression tied to daily missions detracts from the overall enjoyment of the story.
- “5 'gold' for doing all daily missions felt like an insult towards the free-to-play approach, because it will take you 200 days to unlock 1 of the 'premium' vehicles (12 EUR each).”
- “---{story}---”
- “☑ story?”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's humor to be a standout feature, describing it as hilarious and fun, particularly noting the amusing driving physics that contribute to the overall comedic experience.
- “For an arcade game, this is hilarious and fun!”
- “I can't drive at all; the physics are funny.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, with only minor glitches and bugs reported that do not significantly impact gameplay.
- “There are some small glitches and bugs, but they are not game-breaking.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I experienced several stability issues that disrupted my gameplay.”

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