Joe Danger

About

Joe Danger is a thrilling stunt-filled racing game where you help Joe, a determined stuntman, regain his fame. Master over 100 levels filled with challenges, such as dodging spikes, beating opponents, and performing stunning stunts. In addition, create and share custom levels with the Steam Workshop community, and race against others' ghosts to climb the leaderboards. Experience enhanced graphics and new controls on PC.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 98 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Fast-paced and addictive gameplay with tight and responsive controls.
Creative level design with a robust level editor that adds significant replay value.
Challenging yet satisfying progression that keeps players engaged throughout the game.

Steep difficulty curve, especially in the later levels, which may frustrate some players.
Limited multiplayer options and issues with controller support, particularly for non-Xbox controllers.
Technical issues such as frame rate problems and resolution settings that can hinder gameplay experience.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, addictive mechanics that blend motorcycle physics, stunts, and racing elements, offering a thrilling experience with a good balance of challenge and control. Players appreciate the creative level design and the forgiving nature of crashes, making it accessible for various skill levels, while also providing hours of fun through both single-player and couch co-op modes. Overall, the gameplay is considered the core strength of the game, delivering engaging and entertaining experiences for players of all ages.
- “Trials-esque motorcycle physics and stunt game with great mechanics that are more forgiving in terms of crashing, but new obstacles and better control nuances are required at a good pace throughout the levels.”
- “With its thrilling gameplay, creative level design, and endless replayability, it's guaranteed to provide hours of fun and excitement for players of all ages.”
- “Just the right amount of difficulty to overcome the challenges... great fun and original racing gameplay!”
- “The mechanics are frustrating, and levels feel like an eternity.”
- “It's like your Excitebike in 3D with mission-based gameplay and speed and exploration in a linear progression-based game.”
- “Not much of a story, but this game's all about the gameplay.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The game's story is minimal, with little to no dialogue or narrative depth, leading some players to feel that it lacks a compelling storyline. While the gameplay is engaging and offers plenty of missions and replayability, the absence of a substantial story may disappoint those looking for a richer narrative experience. Overall, the focus is primarily on gameplay rather than storytelling.
- “Most of these games have excellent gameplay with great graphics and serious storylines.”
- “With tons of replayability, nooks and crannies to explore, and a whole lot of missions, this game is well worth its price!”
- “No story really... no dialogue either.”
- “I never bothered trying the story mode.”
- “Not much of a story, but this game's all about the gameplay.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their fun, cartoony style, which complements the gameplay well, especially in a 2D environment with 3D elements. Users appreciate the advanced graphics settings and the overall visual appeal, noting that the graphics enhance the humorous and engaging physics of the game. However, there are some concerns about occasional graphical glitches when characters are launched off the track.
- “The graphics are fun, very cartoony, and perfect for the type of game where your character will get beat up constantly from your failed attempts.”
- “The graphics are fantastic cartoon graphics; the controls are easy to learn, and with a control that fits his hands, my son easily plays this game, accomplishing levels and stringing together combos of stunts.”
- “Please fix your graphics.”
- “The game is played in 2D, but the graphics are 3D, and sometimes when you fail an attempt and get launched, you'll get launched into the world rather than on the 2D track you were following.”
- “Advanced graphics settings are there, but they don't seem to improve the overall visual quality.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game offers significant replayability through its robust level editor, allowing for endless creative possibilities and unique playthroughs. While some users note a lack of content, the numerous levels and missions provide ample opportunities for exploration and replay, making it a worthwhile experience for players. Overall, the combination of thrilling gameplay and diverse level design ensures that players can enjoy hours of fun.
- “With endless possibilities for creativity, the level editor adds a ton of replay value to the game and ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
- “With tons of replayability, nooks and crannies to explore, a whole lot of missions, this game is well worth its price!”
- “Content is a little lacking, but the tracks are very replayable.”
- “With its thrilling gameplay, creative level design, and endless replayability, it's guaranteed to provide hours of fun and excitement for players of all ages.”
- “The robust level editor adds a ton of replay value to the game and ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, featuring amusing physics and cartoonish crashes that elicit laughter, making it a fun and non-violent experience. Players find it highly entertaining and addictive, with a balance of easy and challenging gameplay that keeps them engaged. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a lighthearted gaming experience.
- “So far feels good and is really hilarious. Definitely worth checking out if you want a funny and not violent game.”
- “I have had fun playing maps over and over, finishing level accomplishments and laughing at the cartoon daredevil crashes.”
- “Funny and greatly addicting arcade game that starts off fairly easy and then quickly becomes quite challenging, especially if you are aiming for getting all medals on all tracks.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its catchy tunes and thematic fit, with particular commendation for the 70s game show style in Joe Danger 1, which stands out as superior.
- “The game features catchy music that fits the theme really well.”
- “The music is great; Joe Danger 1 has superior 70s game show music.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as progression often requires collecting all items rather than a specific subset, making it feel like a chore rather than an engaging challenge. This design choice can lead to frustration, especially in later stages where the grind becomes more pronounced.
- “Because it sure as hell feels like that... you also have to go through everything to progress in any way, which is tedious.”
- “It'd be one thing if a 'star' required to unlock levels were like 'collect 40 of 50 specific things', but it's more like 'collect all 50 things', which turns this game into a tedious challenge once you reach certain stages that require stars.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's stability has been noted as slightly buggy, indicating that players may experience occasional glitches or issues during gameplay.
- “The game is slightly buggy, which affects the overall experience.”
- “I encountered several stability issues that disrupted my gameplay.”
- “There are frequent crashes that make it hard to enjoy the game.”