Get In The Car, Loser!

96%
Game Brain Score Based on 77 reviews
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In "Get In The Car, Loser!", players embark on a road trip adventure to confront the resurgent Machine Devil and his cultists, while also enjoying diner visits and each other's company. The game follows three students and a renegade angel fighting against the divine order's passivity towards the evil looming over the world. The mission is to seal the Machine Devil away once again, but with humor, camaraderie, and a touch of youthful rebellion.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews
story9 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features a deeply touching and humorous story about friendship and personal identity, resonating with many players.
  • The art style, music, and character design are vibrant and engaging, creating an immersive experience.
  • The combat system, while initially confusing, evolves into a fun and strategic mechanic that rewards player skill and customization.
  • The combat can feel repetitive and lacks depth, especially in the early stages, which may deter some players.
  • The user interface and tutorial explanations are often clunky and unintuitive, leading to confusion about gameplay mechanics.
  • Some players found the dialogue and themes to be overly blunt or on-the-nose, which could detract from the overall narrative experience.
  • story31 mentions

    The game's story is widely praised for its depth and emotional resonance, focusing on a touching narrative about three friends on a road trip that explores themes of queer identity, trauma, and resistance against fascism. While some players found the storytelling to be hit or miss, many appreciated the humor, diverse characters, and the overall cathartic experience it provided. The narrative is described as both dramatic and sentimental, with a strong emphasis on character development and relatable dialogue, making it a standout aspect of the game despite some criticisms of gameplay mechanics.

    • “The story comes first, and a beautiful story was told here.”
    • “An incredible experience: fun combat, great music, and a fantastic story about being defiantly queer and imperfect in the face of evil.”
    • “The story is expertly tight (being no longer than it needs to be) and is full of amazing, funny, and memorable characters.”
    • “The story is a weaker point.”
    • “The storytelling is also something I think some folks will bounce off of, and for a wide range of highly specific different reasons.”
    • “Characters and story are pretty good, but not good enough to carry the mediocre gameplay and messy menus.”
  • gameplay23 mentions

    The gameplay is a blend of simple mechanics and resource management, drawing inspiration from Final Fantasy XIII while offering a unique twist that some players find enjoyable despite initial skepticism. While the battle mechanics can feel clunky at first and the pacing may be uneven, the overall experience is fun and engaging, especially for those who appreciate quirky RPG elements. However, some players note that the gameplay can become repetitive and that certain mechanics are not always clearly explained, which may detract from the experience for some.

    • “The game is about 10+ hours long, so it’s a breezy experience that doesn’t wear out the welcome of its gameplay elements.”
    • “Compounding this, the game gives you a lot of ways to tweak the risk/reward on fights, and part of gameplay is turning that risk up and down based on how your item supplies are holding out.”
    • “This game is cute as hell, with really interesting design and really fun gameplay.”
    • “Characters and story are pretty good, but not good enough to carry the mediocre gameplay and messy menus.”
    • “There are a few moments where new mechanics are introduced and not fully explained in a way that can feel overwhelming.”
    • “The battle mechanics are a little clunky for the first half but once you get in the groove it starts to make a lot more sense.”
  • music22 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its high energy and emotional depth, often drawing comparisons to the Persona series. The vocal main battle tracks and boss music stand out as particularly impressive, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Despite being an indie title with a limited number of tracks, every song is described as a "banger," contributing significantly to the game's stylish and engaging atmosphere.

    • “Let's talk music: I absolutely was not expecting a vocal main battle track to have legs like this, and the boss music slammed.”
    • “Although this is an indie game and doesn't have a lot of music, every song is a banger.”
    • “The music is amazing!”
    • “Repetitive soundtracks?”
  • humor17 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and ability to balance fun with sincerity, often eliciting genuine laughter from players. Reviewers highlight the well-written banter among characters, diverse and memorable personalities, and a blend of millennial and Gen Z humor that resonates deeply. Overall, the writing is described as both hilarious and poignant, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “It was filled with humor when needed but also sincerity and beauty that brings a tear to my eye.”
    • “Most of the time, the banter between party members is well written, funny, and endearing.”
    • “The story thus far is humorously written with interesting, diverse characters making up the main party and a basic premise that keeps you driving down the road.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, futuristic color palette and stunning art style, which many find to be the main attraction. While some players have mixed feelings about the character art, the overall aesthetic, described as "gorgeous" and "crazy stylish," enhances the immersive experience alongside the game's music and narrative. The attention to visual detail during development has clearly paid off, contributing to a captivating and dynamic world.

    • “The graphics are really the main attraction though, as they are genuinely gorgeous.”
    • “The aesthetics are gorgeous.”
    • “It has that 'anime but less stylized' style that I see a lot when western devs imitate anime aesthetics, but your mileage may vary on that.”
    • “The graphics are really the main attraction, though, as they are genuinely gorgeous.”
    • “I followed this game a little bit while it was in development, and the keen attention that was placed on the visuals has absolutely paid off.”
  • emotional4 mentions

    The game is praised for its deep and touching narrative centered around three friends on a road trip, featuring excellent character development and a charming aesthetic. While it balances emotional highs and lows, it offers a sweet, relatable experience that resonates with players, making it a worthwhile journey despite some minor issues.

    • “I would recommend this game to anybody who wants to see a deep, touching story about three friends who go on a road trip together.”
    • “This isn't to mention the excellent characters, their dynamic and development, the amazing dreamy aesthetic, a fast-paced, high-stakes, emotionally-charged narrative, and so much worldbuilding.”
    • “Then there is the fact that the game has a sweet side to it that makes it almost wholesome (it's not an overly wholesome game) and that charm made me gush about how much my partner and I were kind of like some of the characters in this.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while it can be necessary for leveling up and preparing for tougher bosses, it often leads to repetitive combat and can feel tedious, especially if players are under-leveled. Some enjoy the grind, but others may find it frustrating if they struggle to manage resources effectively.

    • “I was 4 levels below the boss I was trying to fight, so they literally instant-killed all of my party members constantly, and I didn't have enough money to buy gas to keep grinding to level up.”
    • “If you have a pretty grindy playstyle with RPGs like I do, it might not be your cup of tea.”
    • “The only downside is that combat can be fairly repetitive, but I ended up grinding a lot more fights than I had to, so that's partially on me; I think I could do a more economical job next time.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Players have reported a significant stability issue during the jerk patrol request fight, where activating the fate sword under specific conditions can cause a glitch that renders characters unable to act, resulting in an unavoidable loss.

    • “During the jerk patrol request fight, activating the fate sword while all enemies are off the battlefield but before new ones have spawned in (I used AoEs and rotated my attacks quickly) glitches the fight, causing players to stop being able to act and resulting in a loss.”
    • “The game crashes frequently during intense battles, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
    • “I've experienced multiple instances where the game freezes during loading screens, forcing me to restart and lose my progress.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Character development is highly praised, with users noting that the engaging designs and compelling writing quickly foster a strong emotional connection to the characters.

    • “The character designs grabbed me from the first image I saw, and it didn't take long for the writing to make me fall in love with them.”
    • “The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”
    • “I appreciate how the characters evolve throughout the story, reflecting their experiences and choices in a meaningful way.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game's replayability is considered low, but the availability of free base content and additional DLC as post-game material provides some incentive for players to revisit it.

    • “The replay value isn't very high, but the base game is free and the DLC will all be playable as post-game content, so that's fine.”
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