HoverRace

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HoverRace is a single player and multiplayer arcade racing game. It was developed by GrokkSoft and was released on February 7, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

HoverRace is a racing video game created by GrokkSoft in 1996.

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

graphics1 negative mentions

Pioneering multiplayer online racing game with historical significance and nostalgic value.
Fun, competitive gameplay that is easy to learn but hard to master, with long-lasting appeal.
Completely free with no hidden costs, making it accessible to all players.

Outdated graphics and user interface that may deter modern players.
Very small active player base and multiplayer servers are not functional.
Limited single-player options and some complaints about old-fashioned controls.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics receive mixed feedback, with some praising an unprecedented level of detail, while others find them mediocre and dated, which may deter many players despite the game being free-to-play.
- “Visually, this game has fairly mediocre and dated-looking graphics, which is understandably a turn-off for many gamers and a significant reason the game failed to attract players despite having no up-front cost.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay of "HoverRace" is basic and unremarkable, with users noting its outdated design and disputing claims that it was the first online multiplayer game. Overall, it offers a simple experience typical of its era.
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game lacks any story or narrative elements, offering no plot or storyline for players to engage with.
- “No story”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game was a pioneer in multiplayer online racing and one of the earliest to incorporate banner advertisements, marking an innovative approach to monetization at the time.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game requires significant time and effort, often necessitating additional resources or lives to progress effectively.