Garfield Kart

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Garfield Kart is a single player and multiplayer arcade racing game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Artefacts Studio and was released on October 16, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

Garfield Kart is a fun and family-friendly cart racing game featuring the comical cast of the Garfield comic strip. Choose your favorite character and race your way through various tracks, using power-ups and special abilities to gain an edge over your opponents. The game supports multiplayer mode for up to 4 players, providing hours of entertainment for both kids and adults.

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graphics360 positive mentions

optimization44 negative mentions

graphics
1,000 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Garfield Kart" have received mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant, cartoonish aesthetic that captures the essence of the beloved comic strip. While some players find the visuals stunning and immersive, others criticize performance issues, such as lag and frame drops, particularly on lower-end hardware. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as charming but can be inconsistent, with some players experiencing significant performance challenges despite the appealing art style.
- “Everything as small as a blade of grass looks like it had years of work put into it, and the graphics overall transcend the unpleasantness in comparison that our universe has to offer.”
- “Garfield kart is the work of geniuses in terms of graphics, and the fact that it was made by humans should not be possible.”
- “The graphics are stunning, the developers really didn't have to put so much effort into making this such a lavish experience for us gamers.”
- “My initial review was a scathing critique of its lackluster graphics, simplistic gameplay, and uninspired track design.”
- “The graphics are abysmal, even worse than in the Garfield show, which was released four years earlier.”
- “Horribly unbalanced, janky graphics, bland levels, performance issues, grind heavy unlocks, no controller support in menus, and character designs from the Cartoon Network 2009 CGI series 'The Garfield Show' not the classic 80's Garfield designs.”
story
890 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Garfield Kart" is described as a complex and emotionally engaging narrative that intertwines themes of heartbreak, trauma, and triumph, often drawing players into a rich lore that expands on the Garfield universe. Many reviewers highlight the depth of character development and the immersive storytelling, with some claiming it rivals the best narratives in gaming history. However, there are also criticisms regarding the lack of a coherent storyline in certain aspects, leading to mixed feelings about its overall narrative structure.
- “The plot is so good, the writing is phenomenal, and the lore is so deep that even MatPat couldn't cover it all.”
- “The story of this game is one of heartbreak, trauma, triumph, and of course...lasagna. Everything about this storyline is subtly told through each race and map with environmental storytelling that even Dark Souls would envy.”
- “This game provides some of the best storytelling and character development of any game that exists.”
- “There's no story mode or individual endings for each character or anything like that.”
- “Without any story, jokes, or decent voice acting, the characters just feel like hollow skins from the Garfield universe, which essentially makes this just a mediocre kart racing game under the surface.”
- “The story of this game is one of heartbreak, trauma, triumph and of course...lasagna; everything about this storyline is subtly told through each race and map with environmental storytelling that even Dark Souls would envy.”
gameplay
760 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Garfield Kart" is characterized by a mix of engaging mechanics, intuitive controls, and a nostalgic kart racing formula that appeals to both casual and experienced players. While many praise its addictive nature and charming visuals, some criticize it for being buggy and lacking innovation compared to competitors like "Mario Kart." Overall, the game offers a fun and lighthearted experience, though opinions vary widely on its execution and depth.
- “It masterfully blends engaging gameplay, intricate level design, and a fantastic musical score to create an experience that stands out in the crowded racing genre.”
- “The game manages to strike a perfect balance between accessibility and depth, offering enjoyable gameplay for players of all ages.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are simple yet addictive, with tight controls that make it easy to pick up and play.”
- “My initial review was a scathing critique of its lackluster graphics, simplistic gameplay, and uninspired track design.”
- “This was a pain to play through, because the game is poorly designed with very low production value and the gameplay is very uninspired and unimaginative.”
- “Garfield kart was met with mostly negative reception from critics due to what they called unimaginative gameplay, low production value, and poorly designed mechanics.”
music
488 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Garfield Kart" has received mixed reviews, with many praising its catchy and upbeat tracks that enhance the racing experience, creating a fun and lively atmosphere. However, some players find the soundtrack repetitive and annoying, particularly criticizing the limited variety and looping nature of certain tracks. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's charm for some, it can also detract from the experience for others.
- “The game's sound design is equally impressive, with catchy music tracks that set the tone for each race.”
- “From upbeat tunes to more laid-back melodies, the soundtrack complements the action on-screen perfectly, adding to the overall sense of fun and excitement.”
- “The upbeat and catchy soundtrack perfectly complements the fast-paced racing action, creating an enjoyable atmosphere.”
- “I have to mute the game because the music is so bad and grating to listen to for long periods of time.”
- “The same music track looped over 5 seconds plagued my existence, and the entire game was so cursed that I felt like I was in another dimension.”
- “Not fun at all - actually kind of annoying with the terrible music.”
humor
430 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Garfield Kart" is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the nostalgic charm and comedic elements true to the Garfield brand, including witty one-liners and absurd power-ups. However, some reviewers found the game lacking in genuine humor and criticized it for being unplayable or frustrating, leading to a divide between those who enjoy it as a meme and those who feel it falls flat. Overall, while the game has its funny moments, opinions vary widely on its effectiveness as a comedic experience.
- “Overall, 'Garfield Kart' is a delightful racing game that captures the charm and humor of Jim Davis' beloved comic strip.”
- “The game's incorporation of Garfield's trademark humor and witty one-liners adds an element of laughter, while its achievement-based progression and stress-relieving gameplay contribute to a sense of accomplishment and relaxation.”
- “Today, we dive headfirst into the vibrant and utterly ridiculous world of 'Garfield Kart.' Brace yourselves for a laugh-out-loud experience that will tickle your funny bone and make you question your life choices.”
- “All he does is play Garfield Kart; it’s not funny anymore, it’s just sad.”
- “He’s an amalgamation of unfunny Garfield Kart jokes and references we can’t understand.”
- “It's not funny anymore.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of "Garfield Kart" is overwhelmingly praised, with players expressing deep connections to its characters and story, often leading to tears of joy and sadness. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions, from nostalgia to heartbreak, making it a transformative experience that resonates on a personal level. The heartfelt narrative and character development are frequently described as some of the most impactful elements, solidifying the game’s status as a modern masterpiece in emotional storytelling.
- “Every single aspect of this game is breathtaking, and upon even seeing the menu screen, I genuinely shed a tear.”
- “It runs far deeper than pixels and polygons; it's an emotional connection that transcends time and space.”
- “When I reached that finish line and saw the Garfield I had grown to love throughout the game thrash his arms in pride and joy, tears welled up in my eyes.”
optimization
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The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including frequent frame rate drops and poor compatibility with various hardware. While a few users noted stable performance on certain setups, the consensus is that the game is poorly optimized, leading to a frustrating experience even on high-end PCs. Overall, players recommend avoiding this title until significant optimization improvements are made.
- “The game has good difficulty, great graphics, original gameplay, and great optimization.”
- “Amazing story, revolutionary graphics and precise optimization.”
- “This game is perfectly optimized and can run on my Windows XP laptop from 2007!”
- “After messing around with this game for over 6 hours, trying to deal with the performance issues and terrible frame rate drops, I give up.”
- “This game is very unoptimized, losing up to 30+ fps in almost every track.”
- “Don't waste money on this game, it's poorly optimized for most computers and lags a ton when racing; it's a good thing I got this game while it was on sale.”
stability
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and performance issues that can disrupt gameplay, including soft-locks and crashes. While some players find enjoyment despite these flaws, many agree that the game feels incomplete and suffers from poor controls and graphics. Overall, the experience is marred by instability, making it a frustrating endeavor for many users.
- “The gameplay is smooth with no glitches at all!”
- “Runs great and the graphics make it look like it was made in 2030.”
- “This game is possibly the greatest thing I've ever seen in my entire life, no glitches at all, 12k graphics that made me scream almost as much as my PC did when the game took up most of my CPU and GPU power!”
- “Buggy game with random unlocks potentially soft-locking after a cup and key rebinding can glitch out.”
- “Because it is incomplete, there are some performance issues, the graphics look meh at best, the gameplay is alright, there are glitches such as with the skybox on one of the maps I forget which.”
- “It's buggy - the most annoying one is where the green arrow for 'next race' stops working and you have to force the game to close by killing it in task manager... losing all the progress.”
grinding
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The reviews overwhelmingly highlight that grinding is a central and time-consuming aspect of the game, often requiring players to invest significant hours to unlock characters, upgrades, and other content. While some players find the grinding addictive and integral to the gameplay experience, many express frustration with its tediousness and the game's performance issues, suggesting that it can feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable mechanic. Overall, players should be prepared for a grind-heavy experience that may demand more time than anticipated.
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “The controls suck, the performance is horrible and not even a controller works with this... the cherry on top is that the game makes you grind like there's no tomorrow just for a car, character, upgrade, etc. As far as I know, this game doesn't have microtransactions (at least here on Steam), but beware, because it'll make your child spend hours and hours just for unlocking his/her favorite character/kart...”
- “Expect to spend a lot of time slowly grinding out coins to get that next kart upgrade.”
- “But there's too much time grinding out the next unlock and the performance sometimes gets so sluggish the controls will stop responding to input.”
character development
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Character development in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its emotional depth and well-crafted storytelling that allows players to form strong connections with the characters. The narrative features significant twists and character arcs, particularly Garfield's journey, which resonates deeply with players, making it a standout aspect of the game. Overall, the character development is described as one of the best in gaming, contributing to an immersive and captivating experience.
- “I absolutely love the twist at the end, and the character development is perfect.”
- “This game provides some of the best storytelling and character development of any game that exists.”
- “Another thing I wanted to talk about was the character development; the dialogue is so well written and you really feel connected to the characters throughout this magnificent tale of lasagna and that dang dog. When certain characters die, it's really emotional and aggravating.”
- “Horribly unbalanced, janky graphics, bland levels, performance issues, grind-heavy unlocks, no controller support in menus, and character designs from the Cartoon Network 2009 CGI series 'The Garfield Show', not the classic 80's Garfield designs.”
- “Another thing I wanted to talk about was the character development; the dialogue is so well written and you really feel connected to the characters throughout this magnificent tale of lasagna and that dang dog. When certain characters die, it's really emotional and aggravating. Nermal is just the perfect villain for this game; they couldn't have chosen better voice actors.”
- “The character development and the story are so emotional.”
replayability
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The replayability of "Garfield Kart" is generally viewed as high, with players appreciating the variety of unlockable content, diverse modes, and engaging gameplay that encourages repeated play. However, some critiques highlight the absence of online multiplayer and a lack of alternative paths in the storyline, which may limit long-term interest for certain players. Overall, while many find the game endlessly enjoyable, others feel it may lose its appeal over time.
- “The replay value of 'Garfield Kart' is high, thanks to its addictive gameplay and variety of content.”
- “The addition of unlockable content, such as new characters, tracks, and karts, adds depth and replayability to the game, keeping you coming back for more.”
- “Endless replayability.”
- “The AI opponents provide a decent challenge, but the lack of online multiplayer limits the game's longevity and replayability.”
- “The subpar plot (in comparison to the visuals) offers no alternative paths or choices, thus no replayability.”
- “No multiplayer and no replay value.”
monetization
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the absence of microtransactions, while others criticize the heavy reliance on grinding for in-game currency to unlock characters and upgrades. Many users feel that the game employs deceptive monetization tactics reminiscent of mobile games, leading to frustration over the time investment required to progress. Overall, while there are no direct microtransactions, the grind-heavy system may still feel exploitative to some players.
- “Absolutely no microtransactions!”
- “This is masked a little bit by a progression system where you have to buy new characters, karts, and tracks using the in-game currency (which you can earn through playing). There are no microtransactions here, thank fark for that.”
- “10/5, would buy more microtransactions.”
- “Not only is Garfield Kart a mobile game with the serial numbers filed off, however, it's a mobile game with one of the scummiest monetization tactics I've ever seen.”
- “I let out a tear when I realized what I was playing. It's just sad to me and my family that this universe of Garfield has been tarnished so much by these cash-grabbing tactics that I just had to leave this review so you don't get brought into the trap of bad memories by this game.”
- “I thought there was nothing of value in this game except a terrible cash grab that corporations dump out every year.”
atmosphere
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly varied, with some titles featuring vibrant, colorful visuals and upbeat soundtracks that create a cheerful and engaging environment, while others embrace darker, more tense elements that enhance horror or emotional depth. Immersive settings and high-quality sound design contribute to a sense of realism and emotional resonance, whether through whimsical charm or chilling dread. Overall, the atmosphere plays a crucial role in shaping the player's experience, effectively evoking a range of emotions from joy to discomfort.
- “The game's vibrant, colorful visuals and whimsical graphics create an engaging, cheerful atmosphere that stimulates positive emotions.”
- “The trenches, the cold atmosphere, not to mention the outstanding sounds, are the most top-tier quality I've heard in a game for a long time; it's just so immersive.”
- “I won't spoil much, but it's essentially a slow-burn, poignant atmospheric thriller that provides a good glimpse into post-collapse life in the former Soviet Union.”
- “However, instead of their usual flirting, the apartment was full of a tense, uncomfortable atmosphere.”
- “It uses its atmosphere to frighten the player and drain their hope.”
- “The settings for each level are like a whole other world itself, setting the atmosphere as if I was really there in the flesh.”