Grand Prix Story

About

"Grand Prix Story" is a racing team simulation game where you hire drivers, develop vehicles, and enter Grand Prix races to become the best in the world. You can customize your vehicles and parts, with no prior knowledge of motorsports required. The game lets you give instructions to your drivers and mechanics for training, developing new vehicles, and entering races to win prize money. Your goal is to make it to the winner's circle and dominate the competition.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a satisfying gameplay loop of car upgrades, racing, and earning money, making it addictive and enjoyable.
It's a well-paced casual management sim that keeps players engaged with constant progression and challenges without being overly grindy.
The charming pixel art style and humorous elements add to the overall appeal, making it a delightful experience for fans of the genre.

Progression can be frustrating due to unclear mechanics, such as the requirement for 50% research before new vehicles and parts appear.
The game can become repetitive over time, leading to a grindy experience, especially in the later stages.
Limited carryover of cars and parts between playthroughs can be disappointing for players looking for more continuity.

story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The "Grand Prix Story" is praised for its engaging and addictive gameplay, marking a successful entry in the Kairosoft series with its sports theme and innovative management mechanics. Players appreciate the absence of facility-placement, which enhances the experience, and many express excitement for potential sequels. The game offers a charming yet challenging narrative that can be completed in about 10 hours, with additional content available for completionists.
- “Grand Prix Story is a refreshing entry in the Kairosoft series, offering new gameplay and extended vehicle and staff customization that paves the way for countless future Kairosoft sport titles.”
- “About 10 hours to finish the story and 5 hours more for all the unlocks.”
- “Grand Prix Story is a charming but challenging management sim.”
- “Grand Prix Story is the first sports-themed Kairosoft title that was internationally released, providing a new gameplay experience for the Kairosoft library.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Grand Prix Story" is straightforward and addictive, featuring a satisfying loop of car upgrades and team management that appeals to fans of the Kairosoft formula. While there are minor progression issues related to vehicle and part research, the introduction of racing mechanics and extensive customization options adds a refreshing depth to the experience. Overall, it strikes a balance between simplicity and engagement, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
- “The racing aspect of the game is super refreshing and a great new mechanic introduced to Kairosoft games; it's super fun to gradually upgrade your car and staff and see the hard work pay off on the track when they finally nail the perfect drifts to land first in tournaments.”
- “Grand Prix Story is a refreshing entry in the Kairosoft series, offering new gameplay and extended vehicle and staff customization that paves the way for countless future Kairosoft sport titles.”
- “The game is pretty straightforward and simple once you fully understand the mechanics, though there are some issues with progression if you are unaware that new vehicles and parts will not appear unless cars/parts are about 50% researched.”
- “Genuinely charming with just the right amount of gameplay depth for when you're not in the mood to micromanage a driver during their race.”
- “Despite those minor gripes, the main gameplay loop satisfies the car upgrade itch.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its inner optimism and clever nods to real-life sports figures, featuring amusing names and locations. While players appreciate the comedic elements, some express frustration with gameplay limitations, such as the auto-racing feature and restricted upgrades. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted touch to the experience, despite some gameplay drawbacks.
- “The inner optimism and humor behind the texts are what grasp me most.”
- “This game is a good and really fast money maker, and it's funny! The only controls you have are in the garage upgrading your cars and drivers; the races are automatic, so it's good.”
- “Lots of little nods to real-life sports stars with funny names and locations, etc.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the game's pacing and upgrade system well-balanced, providing a satisfying challenge without excessive grinding. However, while some enjoy the gradual progression and the ability to optimize their experience, others feel that the lack of content leads to a grindy experience over time.
- “The core game loop is good but the content is really lacking; therefore, it is fun for a couple of hours but becomes a grindy piece of garbage in the longer run.”
- “You can enjoy the gently soporific experience of just slowly grinding to the very last challenge with the very best equipment in about 25 hours, including achievements, or you can find smarter ways to utilize the various upgrades and perks to speed through more efficiently.”
- “While the game is well-paced and offers a satisfying challenge, it can still feel overly grindy if you're not careful with how you approach the upgrades and events.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the racing management sim feature a simple yet enjoyable pixel art style, which complements the game's focus on fun progression systems despite the presence of significant idling. Overall, players appreciate the charming aesthetic that enhances the gaming experience.
- “The game features a fun pixel art style that adds charm to the overall experience.”
- “The simple pixel graphics are engaging and complement the racing management sim perfectly.”
- “The graphics contribute to a fun progression system, making the gameplay visually appealing.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Many users suggest that the music in Kairosoft games, including this one, is not particularly engaging, recommending players to turn it off and listen to something else while playing for a better experience.