Late City Riders

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Late City Riders is a single player racing game. It was developed by Funk Fizz and was released on May 7, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

The streets of Late City never stop, and neither do you. Cruise, leap, and fly from car to car through impossible cityscapes to make it to work on time and show your boss that you mean business.

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Single-Player

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 57 reviews

music6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Very fun and replayable game with a unique concept and engaging gameplay.
Good soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Challenging levels that provide a satisfying sense of progression.

Lacks polish and has graphical issues that detract from the experience.
Short playtime, with some players finishing it in under an hour.
No controller support and unclear controls can hinder gameplay.

music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
27%
18%
The music in the game has received generally positive feedback, with many users praising the soundtrack as "cool" and "banging," contributing to an engaging gameplay experience. However, some critiques mention that the soundtracks can be dull or annoying, and there are concerns about the overall quality compared to classic titles like Jet Set Radio. Additionally, players appreciate the ability to switch songs in the main menu, enhancing the customization of their experience.
- “The soundtrack is quite good and I like the ability to switch songs similar to Rocket League in the main menu.”
- “This is a fun fast-paced time trials game and the soundtrack is cool as well.”
- “Very fun, the fun and bright art tied with this music brings a very vibrant experience, not to mention the addicting and unique gameplay, always trying to get that last split second off my time.”
- “Dull indie puzzle game with annoying visuals and soundtracks.”
- “You can see that the art style and soundtrack was inspired by Jet Set Radio, but the makers of Late City Riders have done a poor job as this looks way worse than Jet Set Radio (a game that came out in 2000).”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The graphics of the game have received significant criticism, with users reporting issues such as screen tearing and lag, even on lower settings. Many feel that the visuals are subpar, comparing them unfavorably to older titles like Jet Set Radio, and describe the overall aesthetic as dull and messy. Overall, the graphics are seen as a major drawback, with a rating of 3/10 reflecting the disappointment in the execution of the intended art style.
- “The art style and soundtrack are reminiscent of Jet Set Radio, but unfortunately, the execution falls short, making it look significantly worse than a game from 2000.”
- “While the graphics have potential, there are noticeable issues that detract from the overall visual experience, making the project appear somewhat disorganized.”
- “I believe the game has room for improvement in graphics, especially since changing the settings doesn't seem to take effect when starting a level.”
- “I have huge tearing and lag issues in the second level even if I set the graphics options to low (originally high).”
- “My big issue is that there are graphical issues; while they don’t hinder gameplay much, they make the whole project look like a mess.”
- “You can see that the art style and soundtrack were inspired by Jet Set Radio, but the makers of Late City Riders have done a poor job, as this looks way worse than Jet Set Radio (a game that came out in 2000).”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The gameplay features a fun and engaging concept where players navigate between cars and broken roads against a timer, but it requires a tutorial for clarity. While the original mechanics are appreciated, the overall experience suffers from a lack of polish, leading to a mixed reception.
- “While a tutorial is needed to help explain the objectives and gameplay, once you figure it out, the concept is actually fun as you're trying to jump and fly between cars and broken roads to make it to work against a timer.”
- “Cool original mechanics!”
- “While a tutorial is needed to help explain the objective and gameplay, once you figure it out, the concept is actually fun as you're trying to jump and fly between cars and broken roads to make it to work against a timer.”
- “I enjoyed the overall aspect of the gameplay, but the game lacks quite a bit of polish.”
- “Gameplay: 3/10”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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150%
While the game is considered fun and has some replayability, users express disappointment in the lack of controller support, which may hinder the overall experience. The replay value is rated low at 2/10, indicating limited incentive to play again.
- “Very fun game, replayable, but I wish there was controller support.”
- “The replay value is disappointingly low, rated at just 2 out of 10.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying feel pointless.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game exhibits some minor bugs, but they are not significant enough to disrupt the overall experience.
- “It's a little buggy, but nothing game-breaking.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I experienced several glitches that disrupted my gameplay.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, with many expressing boredom after completing only a few challenges.
- “The puzzle aspect of the game gets very tedious, and I was bored after a few challenges.”
- “The grinding feels endless, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which quickly became monotonous.”