EX-XDRiVER

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EX-XDRiVER is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Team XDRV and was released on April 22, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In the distant future, the CYBERACE cybernetic research enterprise is holding their very first "EX-XDRiVER Championship," a racing championship with a priceless reward—any cybernetic enhancement that the winner desires. With such an enticing reward, contestants have traveled from around the world to compete in a high stakes, winner-take-all tournament in hopes to make their deepest desir…

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Audience ScoreBased on 109 reviews

music21 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a solid selection of catchy songs and well-designed charts that provide a fun gameplay experience.
The unique mechanics, such as drifting and the racing theme, add an interesting twist to the rhythm game genre.
The game is free to play and has potential for growth, with ongoing updates and community support for custom content.

The game suffers from a lack of essential features like a pause button and customizable keybinds, making it frustrating for players.
The gyroscope controls are often janky and unreliable, leading to a subpar experience for those without compatible controllers.
The visual design and UI can be confusing, with some notes being misrepresented, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.

music
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
66%
4%
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its impressive selection, featuring a mix of catchy tracks that resonate well with players and enhance the overall gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the original soundtrack and the inclusion of songs from indie and smaller artists, noting that some tracks have even made their way into personal playlists. However, there are concerns about the limited song selection in early access and gameplay mechanics that can detract from the enjoyment, such as the inability to pause during songs and issues with controller functionality.
- “This game has incredible songs you can play with, and so many of them are related to the theme of the game.”
- “The soundtrack is incredible, and some of the songs have even found their way into my actual playlists.”
- “The music is great; they have a good lineup, and I like how many indie and smaller artists showed up here.”
- “Please release the original soundtrack in a lossless format.”
- “Also, hitting escape immediately exits the song without a pause menu or anything, and if you play the mode to actually unlock more songs and items you can't escape the song at all.”
- “The only thing that bugs me though is how you don't clearly see how much energy a song costs during arcade mode.”
gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its fun mechanics, engaging charts, and a unique blend of rhythm and racing elements, appealing to both controller and keyboard players. However, there are notable concerns regarding the drifting mechanic, which some find clunky and inconsistent, particularly for keyboard users. Overall, while the game offers a challenging and enjoyable experience, it still requires refinement in certain mechanics to fully realize its potential.
- “The gameplay is fun, which is why I decided it was actually important to make a review.”
- “The overall gameplay feels very 'easy to learn, hard to master', but once you do start to master it, it feels so damn good.”
- “It boasts an impressive collection of original songs, polished and engaging charts, visually appealing gameplay, and intuitive UI.”
- “However, the gameplay that I was met with left much to be desired.”
- “However, I'm sorry but the drifting mechanic feels absolutely awful.”
- “I like some of the songs, but when it comes to core gameplay mechanics, it kind of sucks how one whole feature gets lost when trying to play on keyboard.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
57%
14%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the vibrant visual effects and racing aesthetic, while others criticize the minimalist art style and lack of contemporary graphical quality typical of console games. Although the menus and certain visual elements could use improvement, many users find the overall aesthetic and effects engaging, enhancing the gameplay experience. Despite some overwhelming visuals, the game's unique style and soundtrack have garnered positive feedback, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate its artistic direction.
- “Visuals: I love all the effects put on the beatmap and SVS, lanes moving, parts of the screen being covered.”
- “I absolutely love the concept of this game and the soundtrack/visuals are awesome!”
- “Songs are sick and the visuals are gorgeous so far.”
- “While this is on PC, it has all the hallmarks and deficiencies of a console game, from the clunky control scheme to the less than cutting-edge graphics.”
- “This game features very lackluster minimalist 'art' for graphics instead of anything remotely contemporary.”
- “I understand that this game is still very early in early access, so I will refrain from criticizing minor things that are more for aesthetic, but until the major issues are resolved, I cannot recommend this game to others.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that grinding in games like Arcaea's world mode demands significant effort for unlocks, contrasting with other titles that may offer more balanced progression. This suggests a mixed reception, with some finding the grind rewarding while others may view it as excessive.
- “The grinding in this game feels excessive, similar to Arcaea's world mode, where you have to invest a lot of time for the same kind of unlocks.”
- “I find the grinding aspect tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gyroscope feature is praised for its coolness but is frequently criticized for being buggy and at times unusable, indicating significant stability issues.
- “The gyroscope feature is really cool, but it's incredibly buggy and often unusable.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I experienced constant lag and stability issues that ruined the overall experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game has received mixed feedback, with some users feeling that it may not resonate with everyone, suggesting that a lack of understanding or appreciation for the humor could be a common issue among players.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever writing that keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game blends absurdity with wit, making every interaction a delightful surprise.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters is perfect, and the jokes never feel forced or out of place.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its high replayability, allowing players to continually improve their scores and strive for perfection, making it particularly appealing for those who enjoy small-sized games with engaging content.
- “As a non-binary person with a very slow laptop, I love small-sized games with replayable content such as Ultrakill and Minecraft, so this should be right up my alley.”
- “High replayability, as you can always improve your scores up to the point of perfection.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game hints at a future narrative that is intertwined with its racing theme, suggesting potential developments and deeper storytelling elements to come.
- “The racing theme baked into the game seems to be setting the tone for a story in the future.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users feel that the monetization strategy, particularly in terms of advertisements, is excessive and does not provide sufficient value in return.
- “I just felt like, compared to the advertisements, this didn't quite make up for it.”