Engine Evolution 2023

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Engine Evolution 2023 is a single player and multiplayer casual racing game. It was developed by Petr Šimůnek and was released on October 8, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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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graphics6 positive mentions

monetization12 negative mentions

The game is a fun and casual racing experience with a variety of vehicle options.
It's free to play, making it accessible for everyone, and offers enjoyable gameplay with friends.
The developer shows potential for improvement and has created a solid foundation for future updates.

The handling and physics of the vehicles are often criticized as unrealistic and frustrating.
The player base can be problematic, with many players intentionally crashing into others without penalties.
There are significant issues with server connectivity and matchmaking, making multiplayer experiences inconsistent.

graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as impressive and enjoyable, while others note that they are not on par with AAA titles. Many agree that the visuals are competent and satisfactory for a single-developer game, though they lack realism and advanced physics. Overall, the graphics are considered good but not groundbreaking, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “This game is awesome, one of the best free-to-play games, no DLCs, no pay-to-win, awesome graphics, I really enjoyed this game, big thumbs up 10/10.”
- “It's a very impressive game, I like the graphics and the realism.”
- “- surprisingly good graphics.”
- “This game is not that graphical.”
- “Graphics are mid; the sound is bad, and the handling model and physics are horrible.”
- “Don't expect AAA graphics or bug-free gameplay.”
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 they feel detracts from the overall experience. Many players express a desire for options to remove ads and improve the monetization model to enhance gameplay without compromising performance.
- “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.”
- “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. Next year in Q2, they're releasing three games that are this game chopped up based on car/bike (Sidecar Evolution 2024, Motorbike Evolution 2024, and Formula Evolution 2024), but no Engine Evolution 2024. 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.”
- “Currently, I would not recommend this game, but if even just the issue with ads was addressed, I would highly recommend it.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally enjoyable and features detailed mechanics that can be learned over time, though some players find the racing mechanics lacking. While the game offers a casual and calm experience, it is marred by issues such as a less-than-ideal playerbase and technical shortcomings like bugs and graphics quality. Overall, opinions on gameplay are mixed, with some players appreciating the fun aspects while others express significant dissatisfaction.
- “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.”
- “Don't expect AAA graphics or bug-free gameplay.”
- “But it doesn't affect your personal gameplay that much.”
- “This game blows; the racing mechanic is terrible.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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Overall, players find the grinding in the game to be manageable, with a balance that encourages multiple sessions without feeling overly tedious. While some note that unlocking cars requires grinding through races, the system is generally viewed as fair and not excessively repetitive, especially for a free-to-play title. However, there are suggestions for more varied content to enhance the experience further.
- “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 (ahem ahem Asphalt), and this seems to be a nice mix for now.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “To unlock any car in the tech tree, you need to actually 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.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is largely criticized for its absence, with players feeling that the focus on daily missions and monetization undermines any narrative depth. The lack of a compelling storyline has left users questioning the overall purpose and engagement of the game.
- “No story.”
- “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).”
optimization
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The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting severe performance issues, including extremely low frame rates and stuttering even on high-end hardware. Many attribute the poor performance to the game's handling of numerous animated NPCs, which significantly impacts gameplay. Overall, the optimization appears to be a major flaw, detracting from the overall experience.
- “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 experienced 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.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is primarily derived from its amusing physics, which contribute to a hilarious and entertaining arcade experience. Players find the comedic elements of the gameplay, particularly the driving mechanics, to be a standout feature that enhances the overall fun.
- “Great game with funny physics.”
- “For an arcade, this game 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 aren't game-breaking.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I experienced several stability issues that disrupted my gameplay.”

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Engine Evolution 2023 is a casual racing game.

Engine Evolution 2023 is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing Engine Evolution 2023.

Engine Evolution 2023 was released on October 8, 2024.

Engine Evolution 2023 was developed by Petr Šimůnek.

Engine Evolution 2023 has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Engine Evolution 2023 is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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