Jet Car Stunts

It's a promising idea, but this scrappy, uneven game doesn't work as either a racer or a platformer. Even at a penny under four pounds, it's hard to recommend.

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Jet Car Stunts is an award-winning 3D driving game filled with large jumps, mid-air hoops, and impossible environments. Its tight controls, fast gameplay, and original levels have earned it spots on multiple "Best of 2

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

monetization1 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive mix of racing and platforming mechanics, reminiscent of Trackmania and Rocket League.
Players appreciate the nostalgic value and the unique driving mechanics, which provide a satisfying challenge.
The game is affordable and provides a decent amount of content for its price, making it a worthwhile purchase for casual gamers.

The graphics and overall presentation are criticized for being simplistic and reminiscent of a mobile app, lacking the polish expected from PC games.
Many players report frustrating control issues, particularly with steering and input recognition, which detracts from the gameplay experience.
The game lacks features such as multiplayer and a track editor, which limits its replayability and community engagement.

gameplay
13 mentions
46 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its satisfying mechanics, particularly the drifting and rocket usage, which strike a balance between challenge and enjoyment. Players appreciate the variety in modes, such as collector, platforming, and time trial, each offering unique experiences, though some modes are noted to be less significant. While the graphics may be basic, the overall fun and addictive nature of the gameplay, along with its smooth flow, make it a worthwhile experience, especially for fans of fast-paced racing games.
- “The mechanics are actually really decent; drifting is super satisfying and the rocket is just hard enough to use that it doesn't feel broken.”
- “It's this simple game mechanic that makes it so addictive, mixed with the rewarding controls and physics.”
- “While yes it's a mobile port, and yes its graphics are definitely improvable, the gameplay is fun and flows well for what it is.”
- “The gameplay mode seems to be the least important of the three though since it has fewer tracks.”
- “I'm reminded of F-Zero GX in terms of difficulty, and to some extent gameplay.”
- “For example, Game Trials Evolution: Gold Edition has a functional editor and in-game sharing system which push the game to endless hours of gameplay for those who want, and multiplayer which none of the PC players ever managed to make work, presenting a problem in the long term.”
graphics
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the lack of resolution options and the use of low-polygon, untextured assets that evoke a retro aesthetic reminiscent of early 1990s games. Others appreciate the new cartoonish art style introduced in the overhaul, though many agree that the visuals are basic and could be significantly improved. Overall, while the graphics may not impress, the gameplay remains enjoyable and engaging.
- “The visuals get an overhaul too, now they have a sort of cartoon-y art style, which I like.”
- “The graphics are basic but the gameplay is really cool.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “The lack of textures is a method that lazy developers often use to disguise their lack of talent or interest in doing the graphics properly, trying to pass it off as 'art' or 'we made it look bad on purpose', which really isn't something gamers should have to put up with.”
- “While yes it's a mobile port, and yes its graphics are definitely improvable, the gameplay is fun and flows well for what it is.”
music
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Reviewers express disappointment over the absence of in-game music, noting that while there is a soundtrack in the menu screens, the lack of music during gameplay detracts significantly from the overall experience.
- “The in-game music really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The menu screens have a great soundtrack that sets the mood.”
- “I hope they release a soundtrack for the game; it would be fantastic!”
- “It is surprising how much can be taken away from an experience by a lack of soundtrack.”
- “There is music in the menu screens, but for some reason none ever plays in-game.”
- “In-game music?”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization of Jet Car Stunts has been criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling that it is a poorly ported mobile app rather than a genuine PC game, lacking in quality and originality.
- “Jet Car Stunts is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game (it's not). It's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. This mobile app is a simple, low-poly 3D racing game, unremarkable in all respects.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users have reported issues with stability primarily related to controller support, noting that the triggers are often buggy and inconsistent, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience. Additionally, concerns about map design have been mentioned, suggesting that these factors contribute to a less stable gaming environment.
- “I have two main complaints focusing around controller support and map design. The controller was very annoying to use as the triggers were very buggy and inconsistent for me.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The replayability of Jet Car Stunts largely depends on the player's motivation to improve their performance in time trials and speedrunning, with those seeking to master the tracks finding substantial content, while casual players may perceive it as lacking depth after a single playthrough.
- “In games that focus on time trials and speedrunning, the player's drive for improvement greatly influences replayability. If you're only looking to complete each track once in a single game mode, you might find it short, but I believe it offers a wealth of content.”
- “The variety of challenges and modes available keeps me coming back for more. Each playthrough feels fresh, and I love experimenting with different strategies.”
- “With multiple paths and unlockable content, every run feels unique. The game encourages you to try new approaches, making it incredibly replayable.”
- “As it's often the case in games that focus on time trials and speedrunning, it's the player's drive for improvement that determines how replayable Jet Car Stunts is. If all you want is to get through each track once and in a single game mode, you may feel it's short, while I feel it offers a lot of content.”
- “The lack of diverse game modes really limits the replayability. Once you've completed the main challenges, there's not much incentive to return.”
- “While the graphics and mechanics are solid, the game quickly loses its charm after a few playthroughs due to repetitive tracks and limited variations.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report occasional frame rate drops and stuttering during intense gameplay. Overall, the game's optimization appears to be satisfactory for most players, but there are notable issues that could affect the experience for some.
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I was impressed by how well the game runs after the latest optimization update; it feels much more responsive now.”
- “The developers have done an excellent job optimizing the graphics without sacrificing performance, making it visually stunning and fluid.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
- “The optimization is so bad that loading times are unacceptably long, even for simple tasks.”
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be quite effective, with players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable.