High On Racing
- May 25, 2015
- SilentFuture
Get on SteamHigh On Racing is an unique Retro Arcade Style Tactical Racing Game that will warp you into the sky to race against the time.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a unique concept that mixes speed and memory, providing a different take on racing.
- It can run on low-end computers, making it accessible to a wider audience.
- Some players found it enjoyable for short play sessions, especially for those looking for easy achievements.
- The game suffers from poor graphics, clunky controls, and significant performance issues, leading to a frustrating experience.
- Level design is confusing, with many players getting stuck or unable to progress without restarting levels.
- The difficulty spikes dramatically after the initial levels, making it less enjoyable and often leading to player frustration.
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 45 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the low-quality visuals and poor UI design, often attributing it to a retro aesthetic. While some players acknowledge the simplicity of the graphics, others express disappointment in the overall texture quality, despite the game being older (from 2006). A few users rated the graphics positively, indicating that they found them acceptable within the context of the game's age.
“The game uses various graphic styles on the main menu.”
“Graphics are simple yet effective.”
“Overall graphics and textures are impressive, rated 8.5/10.”
“The trend of calling something retro as an excuse for poor UI design, low quality graphics, and clunky gameplay is pretty dumb.”
“Graphics are simple.”
“The graphic and the texture is pretty bad.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its poor design, low-quality graphics, and clunky mechanics, with many users finding it unengaging and riddled with bugs. Despite a potentially interesting concept, the execution falls short, leading to a frustrating experience that feels less fluid than advertised. Overall, the game is deemed lacking in both depth and quality, making it a disappointing choice for players.
“The game also has a jump mechanic that will be used in level 10+.”
“You can see that in the gameplay and screenshots.”
“Just look at the gameplay and screenshots.”
“The trend of calling something retro as an excuse for poor UI design, low-quality graphics, and clunky gameplay is pretty dumb.”
“Just another bad game with bugs and terrible gameplay, avoid it.”
“The graphics and the gameplay are bad.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the retro soundtrack for enhancing the gameplay experience and raising adrenaline, others find it unpleasant and distracting. Overall, the quality of the music is highlighted as a positive aspect in well-made casual games, but opinions vary significantly among users.
“Cute casual maze game, pretty well-made and has nice music.”
“Great retro music raises adrenaline and makes you improve your results.”
“Great concept, good music, and easy controls are some of the best selling points.”
“The music is not pleasant.”
“The controls are terrible, and the soundtrack makes me wish I were deaf.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game does not feature grindy achievements, suggesting a more balanced approach to progression without excessive grinding.
“The grinding for achievements feels endless and tedious.”
“I find the grinding aspect of the game to be incredibly repetitive and unfulfilling.”
“The amount of time required for grinding is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
