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In Insane 2, players navigate a post-apocalyptic world as a skilled driver, battling enemy factions and completing missions in various vehicles. The game features a destructible environment, a variety of weapons, and an open-world structure that allows for exploration and discovery. With improved graphics and physics over the original, Insane 2 offers a thrilling and immersive experience for fans of vehicular combat and post-apocalyptic settings.

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80%
Audience ScoreBased on 290 reviews
graphics43 positive mentions
stability6 negative mentions

  • The game features a variety of fun game modes, including Capture the Flag and Gate Hunt, which add to the overall enjoyment.
  • Graphics are impressive for an arcade racer, with vibrant environments and good vehicle models that enhance the gameplay experience.
  • The game is easy to pick up and play, making it accessible for both casual gamers and those looking for a quick racing fix.
  • The AI can be frustratingly inconsistent, often feeling like it cheats by teleporting or catching up too easily, which detracts from the competitive experience.
  • Many players feel that the game lacks the depth and features of its predecessor, 1nsane, particularly missing free roam and a more robust damage model.
  • Multiplayer is essentially dead, limiting the game's replayability and social aspects, which could have enhanced the overall experience.
  • graphics
    68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising the vibrant visuals, appealing aesthetics, and solid performance even on lower-end systems. While some reviews note that the graphics may not be groundbreaking or have aged well, they are often described as "good" or "decent," contributing to an enjoyable overall experience. The game successfully combines attractive graphics with engaging gameplay, making it a fun choice for racing enthusiasts.

    • “The graphics are incredible.”
    • “Visuals are stunning.”
    • “The best off-road game I've ever seen and played with fantastic graphics.”
    • “The basic safe-for-work aesthetic reminded me of mobile games... or ads for them...”
    • “Graphics are more like 2010 or so.”
    • “The overrated game is too expensive for its graphics and theme.”
  • gameplay
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its fun mechanics, varied tracks, and smooth controls, particularly in multiplayer settings. However, others criticize it for lacking depth, motivation, and replayability compared to its predecessor, feeling more like a visually appealing but ultimately shallow experience. Overall, while some players find enjoyment in the gameplay, many feel it falls short of expectations set by earlier titles in the series.

    • “And amazing game mechanics and AI, would 100% play again. I recommend playing this with your friends and racing on cool modes and paths.”
    • “Visuals are beautiful and the gameplay is awesome.”
    • “The gameplay is very smooth, no problem with driving any of the cars so far.”
    • “There is no motivation basically to play the game, because there is no story, basic gameplay is soulless, the game looks ugly, the AI sometimes does okay, but mostly horrible, some maps are just boring as hell, career has no motivation either.”
    • “Gameplay might keep you interested for 5 minutes.”
    • “Far from the original benchmark offroad racer, in2ane is a MotorStorm clone with surprisingly high production values but just sub-par gameplay.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as mediocre and forgettable, with many reviewers noting its generic and repetitive nature, often likening it to royalty-free tracks. While some appreciate the soundtrack's fit with the game's high-speed racing theme, overall sentiment leans towards disappointment, suggesting that players might prefer to mute the in-game music and listen to their own selections instead.

    • “The soundtrack is pretty good.”
    • “It looks pretty, the vehicles are fun to drive, the rumble of the engines is fun to hear and the music fits nicely.”
    • “Very cool game, a lot of different tasks and car tuning, wonderful places to race and awesome music.”
    • “The music is very generic and repetitive, which I understand that licensed songs cost money.”
    • “Music is generic, boring, and honestly sounds like the crap you find on royalty-free websites.”
    • “The music is okay, just okay, nothing special, just usual rock themes appropriate for high-speed furious racing.”
  • stability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, running smoothly on both low-end PCs and Linux via Steam Play Proton, with minimal bugs or glitches reported. Players have noted only occasional minor lag, which does not significantly detract from the overall experience. The diverse range of vehicles and game modes further enhances the enjoyment without compromising performance.

    • “It runs great on low-end PCs too!”
    • “It runs smoothly with Steam Play Proton on Linux, providing fun racing with different cool modes at its best!”
    • “Awesome game, it is fun. I hadn't encountered any bugs or glitches, and it was running smoothly except for that one time on a desert map. It wasn't a big deal; there was just a lag for 2 seconds. The only things that I can complain about are:”
    • “Which has a dedicated key, and I've often abused it to give myself an edge in the CTF modes, where the flag actually has a physical impact on how your car handles and can cause it to flip, especially if you're in a smaller buggy or sprinter and not a massive truck.”
    • “Buggy class should be dune master while monster class should dominate crazy jumps.”
  • humor
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its funny physics and chaotic gameplay, which leads to hilarious moments as players experience mayhem during races and battles. Various game modes, such as "capture the flag," add to the comedic experience, making it both entertaining and adrenaline-pumping. Overall, players find the game to be a great source of laughter and relaxation.

    • “Many cool game modes like gate racing, next-gate racing, last out kills, and the absolutely hilarious 'capture the flag' hunt.”
    • “The physics engine has questionable reasoning sometimes, and hilarious effects follow.”
    • “Still the same exhilarating racing, still the brutal fighting to stay in control of the game, and still the hilarious viewpoints of your rivals flying over you as they roll to a crash.”
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is largely criticized for its absence, leaving players feeling unmotivated to engage with the gameplay. Many reviews highlight the lack of narrative depth, comparing the experience to playing a game like Temple Run, which lacks a compelling story. Overall, the missions are described as repetitive and uninspired, further diminishing any potential for an engaging storyline.

    • “Epic story.”
    • “There is no motivation to play the game because there is no story; basic gameplay is soulless, the game looks ugly, the AI sometimes does okay, but mostly horrible. Some maps are just boring as hell, and the career has no motivation either.”
    • “This game has no story.”
    • “Like playing Temple Run for the story.”
  • replayability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is generally considered high, with various modes that encourage repeated play, particularly for those aiming for gold medals. However, some users note that the overall replay value may not be substantial for everyone, suggesting it primarily appeals to those seeking fun rather than extensive long-term engagement.

    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “Decent and entertaining arcade racing game with various modes; replayability is high.”
    • “Some replay value: just for the fun of it, or for trying to get gold medals.”
    • “The replay value is not huge.”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is well-optimized, running smoothly even on mid and low-end machines, thanks to the efficient use of the bullet physics engine. While the visuals may be low-spec, performance surpasses that of similar titles, though some players feel the physics and damage modeling could be improved for a more engaging experience.

    • “This game uses the Bullet physics engine, so there's little to no hit in performance with all the physics calculations going on, which is really nice. I wish more games would make use of it.”
    • “The game looks very satisfying and seems well optimized, running very well even on mid and low-end machines.”
    • “Performance is much better than that of Carmageddon: Reincarnation, too.”
    • “It strays too far from the semi-realistic physics for which the series became popular; driving on the rugged (or rather smooth) terrain is joylessly facile, and the damage modeling and effects on vehicular performance are poor.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization of the game has drawn mixed reactions, with some users perceiving it as a blatant cash grab reminiscent of mobile games, while others appreciate the effort and care put into its development, suggesting that it may have been rushed rather than purely profit-driven.

    • “The basic safe-for-work aesthetic reminded me of mobile games... or ads for them...”
    • “Insane 2 wanted to be an easy cash grab, but you can see from a mile away that it's nothing special after just 15 minutes of playing.”
    • “In2ane is a fun game, and you can tell quite a bit of love and care went into it; however, it seems that development may have been rushed.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often feeling outmatched by the AI. Additionally, the requirement to engage in uninteresting game modes to progress adds to the overall dissatisfaction with the grinding experience.

    • “They're tedious and a pain to complete because the AI seems to always be five steps ahead of you.”
    • “Then the grinding starts, and the game forces you to play stupid and boring game modes.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game lacks the bouncy suspension, detailed damage model, and gritty feel that characterized the original, leading to a less immersive experience.

    • “It doesn't have that bouncy suspension, the damage model, nor the raw, dirty atmosphere of the original.”

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