Grand Prix Story 2

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Grand Prix Story 2 is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by Kairosoft and was released on March 3, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Enjoy racing at your own pace in this racing team management simulator.

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Audience ScoreBased on 4,827 reviews

story50 positive mentions

monetization171 negative mentions

The game offers a lot of content and depth, making it enjoyable for players who like strategy and management.
The graphics and overall design are charming, maintaining the classic Kairosoft aesthetic.
Despite the freemium model, players can progress without spending money if they are patient.

The free-to-play model introduces long wait times for upgrades and resources, which can be frustrating.
Microtransactions are heavily emphasized, making it feel like a pay-to-win game.
The game requires an internet connection, which limits playability compared to previous Kairosoft titles.

monetization
244 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players expressing frustration over the prevalence of ads and in-app purchases that hinder gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to earn in-game currency through ads, the overall sentiment leans towards disappointment, as many feel that the game has shifted towards a "pay-to-win" model, detracting from the enjoyment of the experience. Additionally, the inability to remove ads or restore purchases has been highlighted as a major downside, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab rather than a well-designed title.
- “Microtransactions are small, fair, and optional.”
- “This game doesn't force microtransactions on you and is very generous with premium currency.”
- “Even though it's riddled with microtransactions, none of them are necessary to keep enjoying the game.”
- “Kairosoft has made lots of fun games, but they ruin their new games with the in-app purchase system and put timers on everything in the game.”
- “This game is as good as usual Kairosoft games, but the fact that they shoehorn in in-app purchases as gates to gameplay is abysmal, and I'm sad this plucky dev stooped so low.”
- “The ads are annoying as they block information at the top of the screen, and there is no way to get rid of them.”
story
137 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of "Grand Prix Story 2" has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment compared to the original "Grand Prix Story." While some appreciate the expanded gameplay and new features, others criticize the convoluted narrative, excessive waiting times, and the introduction of microtransactions that detract from the overall experience. Overall, players recommend the first game for a more enjoyable and streamlined story experience.
- “A great sequel that massively expands on the original Grand Prix Story.”
- “Great little story game, a lot of time has gone into this.”
- “Amazing sequel to Grand Prix Story.”
- “This game, however, is a freemium game, like most of Kairosoft's free remakes (with the exception of Pocket League Story 2).”
- “Do not waste your time with this game; it's going to take you years to beat this as a free-to-play player. I downloaded a cracked APK with infinite money and GP, and let me tell you, even with that, this game was still grindy as hell. Just don't waste your time; go do something else or play Grand Prix Story 1; at least that was beatable.”
- “Is the free-to-play bastardization of Grand Prix Story the most disappointing thing since Trump got elected?”
gameplay
119 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Grand Prix Story 2" is generally praised for its engaging mechanics and fun management elements, allowing players to build and train their racing teams. However, many users express frustration with the intrusive ads, slow progression due to time-gating, and the reliance on microtransactions, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game retains the charm of its predecessor, the introduction of freemium elements has led to mixed feelings about its pacing and accessibility.
- “The gameplay is just awesome, like you can manage your own race team.”
- “Great gameplay and a fun addition to the roster even with the timers and wait times.”
- “I really enjoy all of Kairosoft's RPG sims, and although this one is paced like most other freemium games, the gameplay is entertaining and it still has all of the classic Kairosoft mechanics that I love.”
- “Kairosoft has been moving in a direction that I don't support though, forced ads, boring gameplay... they have lost who they are in newer titles so this is likely the newest game I could recommend from them.”
- “The game is alright, but you can't do much or as much as you would like to, due to mostly everything necessary for gameplay needing to be bought with actual money or the in-game equivalent to gems which you don't get much of and everything is ridiculously expensive with these.”
- “I'm really disappointed they made it free-to-play instead of a single initial purchase like the first game; the free-to-play elements are incredibly annoying and constantly get in the way of gameplay.”
graphics
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the retro and pixel art style as a nostalgic touch, while others criticize the low quality and call for improvements. Many users find the graphics charming and fitting for the gameplay, describing them as cute and colorful, though some express a desire for more modern enhancements. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics may not be cutting-edge, they complement the game's enjoyable mechanics and retro aesthetic.
- “It is a very smooth game with awesome graphics and cool gameplay.”
- “This game, as a racing simulator, is excellent in both graphics and performance.”
- “In general, it has colorful, appealing graphics, satisfying gameplay, and a collection of cool racecars.”
- “Could get a little more for your money especially because of the low quality graphics and the graphics could use some improvement.”
- “Lag, bad graphics.”
- “Congrats on improving graphics that still look like a Game Boy Color.”
grinding
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that while the game is enjoyable and has charm, it suffers from excessive grinding that can become tedious and detract from the overall experience. Players note that progression is slow, often requiring significant time investment or monetary spending to advance, which can lead to frustration, especially for free-to-play users. Despite these challenges, some players find it a fun game to engage with casually, provided they manage their expectations regarding the grind.
- “But if it gets too tedious and too expensive and too time-consuming, it deprives the enjoyment of the game.”
- “Progression is ridiculously slow, tedious, and not fun.”
- “Good concept with a strong history, but the push for monetization means you will not experience a fair bit of the game without paying or grinding.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users experiencing frequent crashes and freezes, particularly after updates. While many appreciate the game's addictive nature and overall quality, issues such as freezing during gameplay and problems with specific modes persist, indicating a need for further improvements.
- “Having a problem with my game, the vs mode doesn't want to work and if I stay long or switch to other modes, my game freezes for a very long time until it starts over again. I hope this gets fixed in the next update.”
- “Worked fine before, but now on version 2.51 it crashes every time I try to open it or just freezes at the launch screen.”
- “Love the game, it just sometimes freezes and leaves the game unexpectedly.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor, appealing to all ages with a mix of cute and quirky elements, particularly for car enthusiasts who will appreciate the numerous references and parody names. Players find the humor engaging enough to overshadow traditional racing metrics, contributing to an overall fun experience filled with humorous events and concepts.
- “Funny and cute too for all ages.”
- “And for the car enthusiasts, this game has lots of references and quirky humor.”
- “Creators have some really funny parody names of famous people.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its top quality and catchy soundtracks, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the fun and engaging tunes, particularly during racing sections, which complement the game's vibrant graphics and clean interface. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's enjoyment.
- “The music is top quality ”
- “Overall this game is fun to play, I like the catchy music at the racing section.”
- “Fun, 16-bit style graphics, a reasonably clean interface for the amount of complexity involved, and an enjoyable soundtrack make for a great time waster.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game excels in graphics and performance as a racing simulator, but it struggles with gesture-based interface optimization, particularly due to an intrusive ad placement. While players can adjust settings for better performance, some report issues with touch responsiveness when switching from graphic to performance modes. Overall, there are optimization strategies available, but players may also rely on speed to overcome challenges.
- “This game, as a racing simulator, is excellent in both graphics and performance.”
- “Also make sure that players can watch their past performance for better decision making.”
- “Not optimized for gesture-based interface; the ad at the bottom of the screen covers up the bottom buttons while racing.”
- “However, when I changed the setting from graphic to performance, the touch response was a little off.”
- “Optimization strategy is there if you want it, or you can brute force your way through the game with sheer speed.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its high replayability, with players finding it addictive and enjoyable enough to return to multiple times. While some note that it may be a bit short, the depth of investment in research and resources enhances the overall replay value.
- “This is a really fun game, with a lot of replayability.”
- “Addicting, very fun, can't get enough of it, and the replay value is worth so much once you know what you're supposed to invest research and money in.”
- “A bit short, but lots of replay value.”
- “A bit short, but lacks significant replay value.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The game feels repetitive on subsequent playthroughs.”