JDM Tuner Racing

About

"JDM Tuner Racing" is a 2D drag racing simulation game that offers a realistic physics engine and the ability to fully upgrade your car's performance and visual details. Enhance your car's aerodynamics with body kits and wings, or boost engine power with upgraded heads, exhausts, intake systems, and turbochargers. The game also features unpredictable opponents for added challenge.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

40%

Audience ScoreBased on 156 reviews

music2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is incredibly cheap, making it accessible for casual players.
It offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of old flash games like Drag Racer V3.
Customization options for cars can be enjoyable for players who appreciate tuning and modifying vehicles.

The gameplay is extremely simplistic, often described as boring and repetitive with minimal challenge.
Many features are broken or poorly implemented, including achievements and the lack of a tutorial.
The game is criticized for being a low-quality copy of a free flash game, lacking content and depth.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in JDM Tuner Racing is criticized for being extremely basic and limited, with players expressing frustration over the long wait times to unlock car parts and a lack of engaging mechanics. Comparisons to older titles highlight its simplistic nature, and many reviewers suggest that the overall experience feels more like a chore than a thrilling racing game. Overall, the gameplay is deemed unfulfilling and not worth the investment.
- “In Drag Racer V3, you had to fight, because the gameplay was challenging over time.”
- “A gameplay like this was in Race America for NES.”
- “JDM tuner racing, because who doesn't love waiting for hours to unlock a single bolt for their car? The epitome of thrilling gameplay!”
- “The actual gameplay is extremely limited and, as far as I can tell, is entirely keyboard-only except for navigating the menus, which uses the mouse.”
- “Pointless game that doesn't offer any gameplay.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
44%
33%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the impressive physics and visuals, while others criticize them as outdated, static, and reminiscent of 90s games. Many users express disappointment, noting that even free mobile games offer superior graphics and variety. Overall, the graphical quality is seen as a significant drawback for the game.
- “Words cannot describe the insane physics and the jawdropping graphics.”
- “Honestly, the graphics in jdmtr are the least of its issues, which doesn't say much for it.”
- “The graphics are passable, but static and look at least a decade out of date, if not more so.”
- “It's a really crappy game, with 2D graphics.”
- “Terrible game, not realistic graphics like in the 90s, nothing to do except race over and over.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is perceived as lacking depth and engagement, with players noting that the 'story mode' concludes prematurely at level 6, leaving a significant portion of the game without narrative context. While some appreciate the moral message about perseverance, many feel let down by the overall storytelling and suggest that improvements could enhance the experience.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “I recommend you get this game if you have some spare cash in your account or you see it for free somewhere; maybe they should get a story mode or championships like the old one has?”
- “Honestly, yes it was 99p, I wasn't expecting anything amazing, but I can't help but feel let down by this game. The 'story mode' is completed at level 6, but the game finishes at level 30+.”
- “There isn't even the slightest clue of an actual story.”
- “You can get games with better graphics, car variety, and story even for your phone for free.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and monotonous, often feeling that significant effort is required to progress without resorting to cheats. Many express frustration with the necessity of grinding for better cars, suggesting it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “A lot of grinding to get anywhere unless you cheat, which I'd highly recommend doing if you want to try it out instead of forcing yourself to suffer through it.”
- “It's not even bad, it's terrible, tedious, and monotonous.”
- “Why would I bother grinding for better cars?”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is generally viewed positively, but players criticize the slow progression system, which makes it difficult to earn enough money for performance upgrades and customization options. Additionally, the quality of custom parts and vinyls has been described as lacking, leading some to recommend alternative games for a better experience.
- “It is optimized!”
- “The performance upgrades are well-balanced, allowing for a satisfying progression without feeling overwhelming.”
- “The game offers a variety of customization options that enhance the overall experience.”
- “Slow progression: you make barely enough money to buy performance upgrades, not even considering paints and other options.”
- “The custom parts look cheap and poorly designed; it feels like a copy and paste job.”
- “I would recommend saving your money and buying the performance DLC for Car Mechanic Simulator instead.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players find it relaxing, others criticize its quality, suggesting that volume settings for music and sound effects should be adjustable to enhance the overall experience.
- “The music really enhances the overall atmosphere of the game, making every moment feel more immersive.”
- “The soundtrack is a perfect blend of genres, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The humor in the game is characterized by its ridiculous yet authentic moments, with players appreciating the return of features that allow for absurd vehicle customization, such as making cars excessively low and oversized wheels, which adds to the comedic experience.
- “The game has some funny parts that look ridiculous while still staying true to the original.”
- “I love how the humor shines through in the absurdity of the character designs.”
- “Bringing back the ability to make the car stupidly low and the wheels way too big was hilarious!”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes reported during race mode, negatively impacting the overall gameplay experience.
- “This game freezes constantly during race mode.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable.”
- “I experience regular lag spikes that ruin the gameplay experience.”