Krautscape
- February 24, 2016
- Mario von Rickenbach
Get on SteamKrautscape is an action-packed racing game with unique gameplay featuring bird-like flying cars and procedurally built racetracks. Compete in three multiplayer modes, where the leader constructs the track and chasing players can take shortcuts by flying off the track. Three single-player modes teach driving, flying, and track building. The game offers stunning visuals, split-screen, online, LAN, and local multiplayer options.
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Reviews
- Unique gameplay mechanics that combine racing and track building, providing a fresh experience.
- Great art style and fun to play with friends, especially in local multiplayer modes.
- Fast-paced and competitive, with different modes that keep the gameplay interesting.
- The online player base is nearly non-existent, making multiplayer experiences rare.
- Physics and controls are often criticized as unresponsive and frustrating, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- Lack of substantial single-player content and features, leading to a feeling of emptiness when playing alone.
- gameplay24 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fun and engaging mechanics, particularly the balance between acceleration and distance, as well as innovative track-building while racing. Players appreciate the fast-paced nature and unique flying and driving mechanics, though some express concerns about the need for further development and polish, particularly regarding collision reactions and the multiplayer experience. Overall, the game offers a visually appealing and enjoyable experience, but it could benefit from additional content and improved mechanics.
“You constantly have to decide if you want more acceleration or a shorter distance, which allows for a lot of interesting gameplay.”
“Great art style and core gameplay mechanic is brilliant.”
“Very nice game with innovative gameplay.”
“Broken wheel mechanics: any wrong move will get you off the track, especially when you don't have wings.”
“Flying mechanics are not too good; vehicle sound is quite lame - I know it's early access, but this needs a lot more polish.”
“It's something that should have been ported over to iPhone because there are obtainable medals, and there is so little content that the only thing you will find in this game is premade tracks, some driving mechanics, and a settings page that includes all of the Unity3D preset settings.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and polished art style, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience. While most players find the graphics to be excellent, there are some concerns about bugs related to changing settings that can affect gameplay. Overall, the game's aesthetic is considered a strong point, enhancing the fun and fluid gameplay.
“A really unique and fun racing game with a great art style!”
“Great art style and core gameplay mechanic is brilliant.”
“Conceptually fantastic and graphically beautiful, now it just needs more players.”
“Changing the graphics settings causes a weird bug that makes the game nearly unplayable; luckily, the default settings are fine.”
“You could say that Krautscape is almost a finished product with how polished everything is, but I hope not. The game will come out of Steam Early Access and launch after a few months of developing. I love the art style and graphics of the game, but one thing is missing that would make me recommend this game without question: there are no AI/bots.”
“The graphics are decent, but they feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its excellence alongside the graphics and gameplay, contributing to an overall immersive experience.
“The art, the music, the gameplay.”
“Excellent graphics and music.”
“Music and sound effects enhance the experience.”
“The music is underwhelming and fails to enhance the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack lacks variety and becomes repetitive quickly.”
“While the graphics are excellent, the music does not match the quality.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story features challenging single-player missions, particularly in flying segments, which provide an exciting gameplay experience. However, players have expressed frustration over difficulties in finding multiplayer servers and connecting with friends on Steam.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express concerns about the game's stability, with some questioning whether issues are due to bugs or an ineffective simulation of wind mechanics. Overall, there seems to be a lack of clarity and consistency in the game's performance.
“I can't tell if it's just buggy or if the game is supposed to be simulating wind, and doing a very poor job of it.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is often praised for its immersive world-building, creating a rich and engaging environment that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail and the ability to evoke emotions through the game's setting and ambiance.
“The world atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the game.”
“The game's atmosphere is rich and detailed, drawing you into its unique environment.”
“Every element of the atmosphere contributes to a sense of wonder and exploration.”
“The world atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
“Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is flat and fails to evoke any emotional response.”
“The overall ambiance is dull, making it hard to stay engaged with the environment.”
