GT Legends
- November 28, 2012
- SimBin Studios AB
"GT Legends invites you to race classic touring cars from the 60's and 70's, with over 90 original FIA GTC-TC team vehicles. Compete on real European racetracks across 25 track variations, with a career mode and five difficulty levels. Experience authentic driving physics and handleies from the golden age of motor sports."
Reviews
- GT Legends offers a fantastic selection of classic cars from the 60s and 70s, providing a nostalgic racing experience.
- The game features a rewarding career mode that encourages players to progress and unlock new cars and tracks.
- Despite its age, the physics and handling are praised for their realism, making it a satisfying experience for sim racing enthusiasts.
- The graphics are outdated, which may deter players accustomed to modern racing games.
- There are issues with the AI, which can be inconsistent and sometimes frustrating during races.
- The game does not track playtime accurately on Steam, leading to confusion about actual gameplay hours.
- graphics24 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered outdated, reflecting its 2005 release, yet they still hold up reasonably well for their era, offering a vintage aesthetic that some players appreciate. While textures and environmental details may lack modern polish, the visuals are functional and complemented by decent lighting effects, making them adequate for a racing experience. Overall, the graphics may not compete with contemporary titles, but they remain enjoyable for fans of classic racing games.
“The graphics are good for their era, although you probably shouldn’t expect too much from the trackside textures and cardboard-cutout spectators.”
“The sense of speed is very good, the car sounds are excellent, and the graphics still hold up and get the job done considering this is such an old game.”
“Graphics hold up surprisingly well, and the sound simply rocks.”
“As drawbacks, I have to point out that the visuals are really outdated nowadays, even when maxed out at 1440p and with high-quality tracks and visual mods applied.”
“The graphics and physics are clearly dated although the graphics still hold up somewhat.”
“Graphics are not on the same level as modern games as it is more than 10 years old but the great advantage on a modern PC is that loading times are really fast.”
- music6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a fantastic 60s/70s soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the combination of great sound design and music, which contributes to the game's fun and immersive atmosphere. Additionally, the music complements the visually appealing graphics and community-driven content, making it a standout aspect of the racing game.
“Love the sounds, physics, and music, and it's just plain fun.”
“And the music is just great!”
“Throw in a great 60s/70s soundtrack and a fairly big modding scene and you've got a great (and cheap) racing game!”
“Pretty, great cars and music, backed by community content, but poor personal experience.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a career mode where players race across multiple circuits per event, earning points to win trophies based on their performance. Players also enjoy engaging mechanics and the option to play with friends, although some have noted the lack of tracking for gameplay time on Steam. Overall, the gameplay is described as enjoyable and immersive.
“The gameplay itself is also amazing.”
“Surprisingly interesting gameplay with friends.”
“Gameplay: you go through a career mode where you race from 2 to 8 circuits per event and accumulate points and win a trophy if you finish between first and third in points at the end.”
“Why doesn't this game track Steam gameplay time?”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is lacking, as players experience noticeable slowdowns and stutters, particularly during the initial moments of races, despite using modern hardware. Additionally, the AI performance appears inconsistent, exhibiting better grip and acceleration during practice sessions compared to races, which detracts from the overall experience. While the simulation aspects are praised for their realism, the game's reliance on a single processor thread limits its performance potential.
“The simulation aspect is very good with true to life physics and car performance.”
“The only things that I don't like about this game is that the AI doesn't seem to be fully optimized; in training and qualification, they seem to have more grip, acceleration, and braking power than you will ever have, but during the race, they're all of a sudden slower. Also, the damage model leaves a lot to be desired.”
“In terms of performance, you shouldn’t assume that the game will run smoothly on a modern machine just because of its age. I find that I get noticeable slowdowns or stutters at the start of every race as the AI pack negotiates the first corner, which can have a detrimental effect on my (already mediocre) driving. This is on an AMD 8350 CPU paired with an NVIDIA 960 GPU, so I can only assume it has to do with the game being, like any game of its era, very much limited to a single processor thread.”
“The optimization is severely lacking; I experience frequent frame drops and lag, especially in crowded areas. It feels like the game is struggling to keep up with the action, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“Despite having a high-end gaming rig, the game still stutters and lags during intense moments. It's frustrating to see such poor optimization in a title that could have been so much better.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional impact of "David and Goliath Pt2-3" to be profound, with some expressing that it moved them to tears, highlighting the game's ability to evoke strong feelings and connect with its audience on a deep level.
“David and Goliath Part 2-3 made me cry.”
“The emotional depth of the characters left a lasting impact on me.”
“I felt a profound connection to the story that resonated with my own experiences.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users generally find the glitches in the game to be entertaining, suggesting that while stability may not be perfect, the issues add a humorous element to the experience.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as unforgettable and inexpressible, suggesting a deeply immersive and impactful experience that resonates with players long after they finish.
“An indescribably unforgettable atmosphere.”
“The ambiance is hauntingly beautiful, drawing you into its world.”
“Every corner of the game is filled with a palpable tension that keeps you on edge.”