Kanjozoku Game レーサー Online Street Racing & Drift
- July 16, 2022
- SG DEV
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"Kanjozoku Game レーサー Online Street Racing & Drift" is a racing game that lets players experience the thrill of underground street racing in Japan. Customize your car and compete against other players in various racing modes, including street races and drift battles. With challenging AI and real-time multiplayer, this game offers a thrilling and immersive racing experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Fun arcade-style racing game that offers a nice break from traditional racing sims.
- Extensive car customization options and a good selection of JDM cars.
- Great for casual play and drifting, with a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic racing games.
- Game feels abandoned with no updates since mid-2022, leading to concerns about its future.
- Client-side traffic makes races unfair, as players experience different traffic conditions.
- Progression can be grindy, making it difficult to earn money for upgrades and new cars.
- graphics64 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players finding them decent for the low price point, while others criticize them as outdated, likening them to visuals from older consoles. Some appreciate the aesthetic customization options and the overall art style, particularly for fans of JDM cars, but there are calls for improved graphical settings and performance. Overall, while the visuals are generally considered satisfactory, they fall short of modern standards, leaving room for enhancement.
“Overall, I love the aesthetic of the game, atmosphere, and the graphics. Multiplayer is great and I had fun.”
“Perfect game for people who love pretty JDM cars with good graphics and pops :))”
“The graphics are very pleasing and the car models are great.”
“First of all, the graphics look like they were lifted straight from a 2005 mobile game.”
“Graphically, unless you have a beefed-up PC, which I don't, the game can look very ugly.”
“Graphically, the game looks like it belongs in the PS3 era, which is a tad disappointing for a genre that has in the last decade thrived on graphical fidelity alongside actually fun gameplay.”
- gameplay49 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the repetitive nature of the racing mechanics and poorly designed car handling, leading to a lack of engaging content. While some appreciate the depth of customization and the fun driving mechanics, others find the overall experience lacking, comparing it to a mobile game with limited maps and a simplistic gameplay loop. Overall, the game offers a casual experience but fails to deliver the excitement expected from a racing title.
“The graphics are decent for the price, the gameplay is fun and somewhat addictive.”
“Very addictive gameplay and customization.”
“Even though there wasn't quite a lot to do content-wise, the driving mechanics were fun and the cars were awesome.”
“The car mechanics, econodynamics (way too hard to earn money), and traffic patterns are poorly designed.”
“Gameplay loop gets repetitive fast; it's basically just time trials on the same closed map.”
“The actual gameplay is similar to a mobile racing game and the old NFSU.”
- grinding37 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, with many noting that it can feel tedious and time-consuming, especially when trying to earn enough money for cars and upgrades. While some appreciate the fun and customization options available, they express a desire for more diverse gameplay modes and improved methods for earning in-game currency to alleviate the grind. Overall, the consensus is that while the game is enjoyable, the grinding can detract from the experience, making it feel overly demanding.
“If we have better ways of grinding in the future, that would be nice.”
“Isn't necessary to progress.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Very grindy though beware, cars cost a lot and upgrading them isn't cheap either.”
“The game honestly has a lot of potential to become a bestseller, but it's not all roses; it is very grindy and hard to make money in this game.”
- music32 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and lacking variety, often describing it as a looping electronic track that quickly becomes tiresome. While some appreciate the option to disable the in-game music and play their own soundtracks, others express a desire for a more engaging and diverse soundtrack to enhance the driving experience. Overall, the music is seen as a weak point, detracting from the game's potential enjoyment.
“The music is good, and you can disable it if you want.”
“It's a nice choice for a chill gaming session, especially if you mute the in-game music and cue up some classic eurobeat tunes.”
“Great soundtrack!”
“You can just drive in circles while listening to some 15-second music loop that gets super repetitive very quickly.”
“Also, the music is the same 6-second trance beat on loop... I almost wanted to mute the music entirely after the first minute or so.”
“A single generic techno soundtrack bores itself into your head as you drive the soulless, looping highway.”
- optimization15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues such as frequent FPS drops during online races, despite having capable hardware. While developers are actively updating the game and addressing bugs, there is a consensus that further optimization is needed, particularly in handling and overall performance. However, some players appreciate the potential for improvement and the depth of performance customization available.
“Developers are updating the game quite consistently, improving performance, fixing bugs and adding content.”
“This game has too much potential and I see a good future for the developers; they have been listening and developing all the players' ideas. Still, there are some issues like performance and optimization fixes, more diversity in car custom materials, mod support, bigger maps, and more map options, but I'm sure in a short time all these will be fixed.”
“However, the performance customization is actually good due to being able to engine swap.”
“The lack of matchmaking (or massively populated online) means that you'll be racing cars far outside your own vehicle's performance.”
“First off, it needs more optimization. My PC is more than capable of achieving 60fps on this game, but whenever we participate in an online race, I constantly get fps drops.”
“Framerate is not really that optimized in this game.”
- story14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 36 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a substantial story, with many users noting "no story" or describing it as poor. However, some players appreciate the freedom to create their own narrative through gameplay choices, suggesting a minimal yet engaging experience. Overall, the story aspect is generally viewed as a weak point, overshadowed by the game's racing mechanics and customization options.
“Don't expect Need for Speed Underground in the context of story or depth; however, you will enjoy it for what it offers (i.e. racing, online play, casual racing and drifting modes, a significant amount of upgrade and customization options, and a great car selection).”
“[b] 10/10 story [/b] - simple to understand yet detailed and emotional, allowing you to make your own choices.”
“[b] summary: [/b] a great title with a story that lets you make your own choices, excellent gameplay with freeform design allowing the player to make their own choices, and the atmosphere that keeps you captivated throughout.”
“☑ no story”
“I don't know, there is no story in this game.”
“Bad story, poor graphics, and so on... don't buy it.”
- stability12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 92 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that affect gameplay, such as incorrect race placements and freezing timers. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these issues, many express concerns about its incomplete state and lack of updates from the developers, leading to a perception of abandonment. Overall, the game is described as fun but plagued by significant stability problems.
“The most fun and relaxing drifting game out right now. It's a must-buy when it's on sale, and it runs great on the Steam Deck.”
“The game maintains a smooth performance throughout, providing a stable experience that enhances the overall enjoyment.”
“I've had no crashes or major bugs, which makes for a very stable gaming experience.”
“Buggy, practically no content, controls leave a lot to be desired, and extraordinarily grindy.”
“You could finish 2nd and it could put you in 4th or you could finish 1st and the game would put you in last, and the online timer sometimes glitches so instead of taking 1 minute to load into a race, it takes about 10.”
“It is buggy, incomplete, and at the current point the devs have abandoned ship and are likely to be scammers.”
- monetization10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of this game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many reviewers suggesting it should have been a free-to-play title instead. Users note significant price fluctuations, including a nearly tripled original price, and express frustration over the lack of updates and apparent abandonment by the developers. Overall, the consensus is to avoid purchasing this game due to its exploitative pricing and perceived lack of quality.
“Pass on this title if you're a genuine racing game/automotive fan, it's a cash grab and feels like it should have been a free-to-play project instead.”
“Original price when the game dropped was $9 AUD sometimes discounted 90% to 90 cents, now it's $22 AUD discounted to $7... so nearly a triple full price increase, with the last update of the game back in September 2022... avoid buying this game that's clearly abandoned and the devs are trying to get a cash grab.”
“Just a quick cash grab with no care put in whatsoever, don't buy it.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its relaxing vibes and aesthetic, effectively capturing the essence of 90s Japan racing culture. Players appreciate the art style and graphics, which enhance the immersive experience, making it a captivating title that complements its gameplay and customization options. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the enjoyment and engagement of the game.
“Overall, I love the aesthetic of the game, atmosphere, and the graphics; multiplayer is great and I had fun.”
“Excellent car selection, customization, and atmosphere; it really gives the 90s Japan racing vibes.”
“For a £5 game, this is pretty good fun and a nice taste of the old TXR and Wangan Midnight atmosphere.”
“The art style suits the game type very well, fitting the Wangan Midnight and JDM racing genre but with a bit of extra bloom to build an atmosphere.”
“A great title with a story that lets you make your own choices, excellent gameplay with freeform design allowing the player to make their own choices, and the atmosphere which keeps you captivated throughout.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, reminiscing about nostalgic experiences and the joy of customization and racing. The community is described as wholesome, enhancing the overall emotional experience, while the game's potential for growth and evolution is eagerly anticipated. Additionally, the story is praised for its simplicity and emotional depth, allowing players to make meaningful choices.
“The handling isn't the best, but with a PS4 controller and DS4 Windows, I was having a blast. It made me feel like I was back in the early 2000s, just jamming without a care in the world.”
“[b] 10/10 story [/b] - simple to understand yet detailed and emotional, make your own choices.”
“I could spend hours just in the streets, without even touching the tracks, just from racing other players and grinding for better cars. Now imagine there are more goals to grind for and maybe even more ways to make money, and you would see why I look forward to seeing this game grow and evolve.”
- humor3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is mixed; while some players find it lacking, others appreciate the charm and comedic elements brought by glitches and sound effects. Overall, the humor may not resonate with everyone, but it contributes to the game's unique character.
“It's funny how the glitches work in the game.”
“The sound effects are hilarious, and the game has a lot of charm.”
“The humor falls flat and fails to elicit any genuine laughs.”
“I found the jokes to be stale and unoriginal.”
“The attempts at humor feel forced and often miss the mark.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users indicate that the game's replayability is limited, primarily focusing on drifting, scoring, and time attack modes, which may not offer enough variety to encourage repeated playthroughs.
“The game lacks meaningful content to encourage replayability.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics makes replaying feel tedious.”
