Intoxicated Driver

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Intoxicated Driver is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Game Barrier and was released on September 12, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Compete against friends in various drinking and driving related party game modes! Become (or stay as) an alcoholic and try to avoid the cops while competing to get as drunk as possible. Or be the cop and arrest your friends for breaking the law… Race against friends, or the clock, where drinking is mandatory for all racers. Coordinate with your team to capture the opponents flag, but beware…

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 965 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

The game is incredibly fun and chaotic, especially when played with friends, providing a unique and entertaining experience.
It offers a humorous take on the concept of drunk driving, with engaging gameplay mechanics and various game modes that keep things fresh.
Many players find it to be a life-changing experience, with some even claiming it helps them practice for real-life driving situations.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, including high GPU usage and crashes, making it frustrating to play.
Many players feel that the gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, with limited content and a lack of engaging features for solo play.
There are concerns about the game's promotion of dangerous behavior, as well as the presence of microtransactions that some players find off-putting.

gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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57%
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The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising the integration of storytelling and challenges, while others criticize the mechanics as unbalanced and unenjoyable. The intoxication mechanic is seen as both innovative and frustrating, leading to varied opinions on its impact on gameplay. Overall, while there are moments of fun and creativity, many players feel that the gameplay loop lacks depth and can lead to quick disengagement.
- “The storytelling is immaculate, with the narrative and the gameplay coming perfectly in harmony in order to make you truly understand the plight of the character you control.”
- “The developers expertly weave this storytelling into the gameplay itself through the countless challenges the player must face; whether avoiding the police cars and collecting the beer in pixel-perfect maneuvers, or tearing through a circuit to the finishing line.”
- “Replayability is high, thanks to the variety of challenges and the randomness introduced by the impaired driving mechanics.”
- “Genuinely horrible game, handling is majorly off, the drinking boost mechanic sucks, the screen effects for the drunkenness are truly awful. I don't understand how you'd play this drunk or sober; this game is free and I still want my money back.”
- “There's 0 gameplay, no servers listed, and overall it is a dead game.”
- “My friends and I found ourselves losing interest within just 20 minutes of gameplay, realizing that the excitement was short-lived due to this unexpected limitation.”
humor
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with many users highlighting its silliness and ability to generate genuine laughter, especially when played with friends. The game features a mix of dark humor and amusing gameplay mechanics, complemented by a variety of funny cosmetics. While some mention minor bugs, the overall consensus is that the game delivers a fun and entertaining experience.
- “Very good dark humor game, has lots of fun game modes and a variety of very cheap and funny cosmetics.”
- “This game is hilarious with friends, it makes it more fun.”
- “Funny concept, fun gameplay, devs that care.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as a mix of sharp and surreal aesthetics, creating a chaotic and nightmarish atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience. While some players note that the visuals are impressive and even majestic, others mention performance issues, particularly on lower-end PCs, indicating that the game can be demanding on hardware. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's unique charm, despite varying opinions on their quality and performance impact.
- “Visually, Intoxicated Driver excels with its gritty, almost surreal aesthetic.”
- “The graphics are sharp, with an emphasis on creating a nightmarish, dream-like atmosphere that complements the game’s chaotic nature.”
- “No games up to this point could even stand a chance when compared to this masterpiece of game design, graphics, and art; additionally, no game created from this point will live up to the bar created by this game.”
- “The graphics are decent, but my crappy PC turns into a jet engine just from playing this game on the lowest graphics settings.”
- “This game's graphics are crazy; 95% GPU usage at menus, wow!”
- “Graphics don't matter in this game.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "intoxicated driver" is praised for its seamless integration with gameplay, creating an immersive experience that deeply engages players with the character's struggles. Reviewers highlight the emotional depth and creativity of the narrative, comparing it favorably to other renowned titles, while also noting its environmental storytelling and action-packed sequences. However, some comments suggest a lack of a traditional story mode, leading to mixed opinions on the overall narrative structure.
- “The storytelling is immaculate, with the narrative and the gameplay coming perfectly in harmony in order to make you truly understand the plight of the character you control.”
- “What results is a tour-de-force of combined storytelling and gameplay, through which the creativity and passion of the developer 'game barrier' shines.”
- “The environmental storytelling along with the captivating action between the hunter and the hunted illustrates a beautiful narrative that brought me to tears.”
- “Story mode when?”
- “This game has no story.”
- “Like playing Temple Run for the story.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs that affect controls, physics, and overall gameplay experience. Many players experience freezing issues and game crashes, making it difficult to enjoy matches, especially when playing solo. While some find the bugs add a layer of fun, the overall consensus leans towards significant stability problems that detract from the game's enjoyment.
- “Very buggy and gets old fast.”
- “It's the worst kart game I've ever played in my life. The game is really buggy, the jump works poorly, the circuit in the race mode doesn't make any sense for the map structure and how it's made. The car physics are ridiculous; the car flies randomly for no reason when you crash into another opponent. I could talk for hours about everything that the game does wrong.”
- “I don't know if it's just me, but the game freezes so much it's literally unplayable. I'll have enough time to get maybe one pickup before the game stops responding and I have to close it with Task Manager.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is characterized by a high-energy blend of electronic beats and heavy bass, enhancing the gameplay's intensity and immersion. While some users appreciate the nostalgic vibe reminiscent of early 2000s flash games, others enjoy the absence of distracting sound effects, allowing the soundtrack to create a harmonious atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is well-received and considered a standout feature.
- “The soundtrack is a pulse-pounding mix of electronic beats and heavy bass that perfectly matches the intensity of the gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack is great and very fitting for the game; it truly adds to the immersive experience.”
- “The lack of sound effects for the driving car is music to my ears, but still leaving room for the royalty-free techno music to serenade me into a harmonious and tranquil state of mind.”
- “This has the energy of a Newgrounds flash game you'd find around 2007, especially with the music.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game includes cosmetic microtransactions that allow it to remain free, with players noting that while there are many microtransactions, they do not create a pay-to-win scenario. However, some users express disappointment over the lack of transparency regarding these microtransactions, particularly in accessing new cosmetics. Overall, the game's monetization is seen as a double-edged sword, balancing free access with hidden costs.
- “Lots of microtransactions, but none are pay-to-win.”
- “This game has been massively overhyped, and it's disappointing to discover that the only way to access new cosmetics is through previously undisclosed microtransactions.”
- “Lots of microtransactions but none are pay-to-win.”
- “A clever idea with solid execution, tons of game modes, and cosmetic microtransactions to keep the game free.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted as a deeply heartfelt and inspiring narrative, comparable to the works of renowned creators like Scott Cawthon and Hideo Kojima. Players express a profound emotional impact, with some describing the experience as heartbreaking and unforgettable, despite some technical issues in gameplay modes. Overall, the community surrounding the game is noted for its wholesome nature.
- “And so begins what I'd call one of the most heartfelt and inspiring stories in video gaming history, rivalling those crafted by the masters, Scott Cawthon and Hideo Kojima.”
- “This is heartbreaking.”
- “I'm never emotionally recovering.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts high replayability due to its diverse challenges and the randomness introduced by impaired driving mechanics, making it infinitely replayable.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “The game offers a wealth of challenges that keep players coming back for more.”
- “Replayability is high, thanks to the variety of challenges and the randomness introduced by the impaired driving mechanics.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some users appreciate the graphics and performance, noting it performs better than Cities: Skylines II at launch, others criticize it for being poorly optimized and causing high GPU usage despite its free status. Developers acknowledge performance issues, but skepticism remains regarding the game's visual quality relative to its demands.
- “Graphics and performance are nice.”
- “Better performance than Cities: Skylines II at launch, so they got that going.”
- “The developers acknowledge performance issues, but I believe this game looks good and has been positively reviewed for a long time.”
- “I also don't think it's a bitcoin miner; it's just poorly optimized, and again, it's free.”
- “The devs also say this game has performance issues, which is the cause of the GPU usage, but I'm not buying it. This game does not look that good, and there have been reviews talking about this for a long period of time.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by sharp graphics that evoke a nightmarish, dream-like quality, effectively enhancing its chaotic nature.
- “The sound design immerses you in a haunting world, where every creak and whisper adds to the tension and unease.”
- “The lighting effects are stunning, casting eerie shadows that enhance the feeling of dread and uncertainty throughout the game.”
- “The graphics are sharp, with an emphasis on creating a nightmarish, dream-like atmosphere that complements the game’s chaotic nature.”
- “The atmosphere feels hollow and lacks the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich setting, the overall ambiance is flat and uninspired, failing to evoke any real emotion.”