GeneRally 2

About

GeneRally 2 is an Early Access arcade racing game, offering single-player, local multiplayer, and a track editor. With over 60 objects, 12 surface types, and a growing selection of community-created tracks, it's a friendly and customizable racing experience. The game is a sequel to the popular 2002 title, GeneRally, and aims to continue its legacy with enhanced features and content.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

optimization3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game captures the nostalgic feel of the original GeneRally while introducing a user-friendly track editor that allows for easy creation and sharing of custom tracks.
Local multiplayer is a highlight, making it a fun party game that is accessible for casual gamers.
The developers are actively listening to player feedback and are committed to improving the game with future updates.

The game suffers from significant issues with AI behavior, making races frustrating and unbalanced, as AI cars often struggle to navigate tracks effectively.
Physics and handling are inconsistent, with cars feeling floaty and lacking grip, which detracts from the overall racing experience.
The user interface is clunky and unoptimized, making navigation cumbersome and detracting from the simplicity that fans loved in the original game.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and addictive nature, allowing players to enjoy racing on diverse tracks. However, the AI is criticized for being underdeveloped, particularly in terms of fuel and tire management, which can detract from the overall racing experience, especially during pit stop strategies.
- “Generally, it is a racing game with simple yet addictive gameplay; players can engage in races while maneuvering through a variety of challenging tracks.”
- “Nostalgic, fun physics and addictive gameplay.”
- “+ simple and 'easy' gameplay.”
- “The AI and gameplay/physics are still pretty rough; the AI is not very smart, and their fuel/tyre consumption is different from yours, making races where you have to pit just not fun.”
- “The gameplay is simple and 'easy'.”
- “I'm going to focus on Formula 1 cars as I did in GR1, and only after that will I be satisfied with the gameplay on long tracks that involve pit stop strategies.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues and a clunky user interface. Many players struggle to achieve smooth gameplay even on high-end systems, despite meeting minimum requirements, leading to a stark contrast in performance compared to its predecessor.
- “The first game generally ran smoothly on a low-end PC, but for this one, you'll need access to a NASA supercomputer.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for a seamless experience even in complex scenarios.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it accessible for a wide range of hardware.”
- “Jarring performance issues with a clunky and unoptimized UI.”
- “Lack of optimization despite meeting the minimum requirements. Even using every trick I know, I can't get it to work at 60 FPS, even without AI cars. The game looks ten times worse than GR1.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it superbly funny, though they desire more interactive elements to enhance the experience. Currently, it serves as a casual, lighthearted game, but there is potential for it to reach legendary status with future updates.
- “It's a superbly funny game; it just needs to allow us to do more.”
- “Now it's a funny little game to play casually, but after the car editor, this will be as legendary as GR1 was/is.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the stability of the game is inconsistent, with the ability to import maps functioning only occasionally and often accompanied by glitches.
- “I can usually import one map, but it often doesn't work or has glitches.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy any gameplay.”
- “Stability is a major issue; I experience constant lag and unexpected shutdowns.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is noted for its significant shifts and unexpected developments, which contribute to a dynamic narrative experience. Players appreciate the engaging plot twists that keep them invested in the storyline.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartfelt tribute to its predecessor, evoking nostalgia and creating an exhilarating journey for players who have followed the series for two decades.
- “After two decades, the game pays a heartfelt tribute to its predecessor and proves to be an exhilarating journey down memory lane.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, making their struggles feel personal and impactful.”
- “I found myself tearing up during key moments, as the story beautifully captures the complexities of love and loss.”