Long Way

About

"Long Way" is an arcade driving simulator featuring various vehicles such as sedans, muscle cars, armored personnel carriers, and semi-trailers, each with distinct driving mechanics and tasks. The game offers extensive car modification options, allowing players to personalize their vehicles with new paint and wheels. With a variety of weather conditions impacting vehicle handling, players must maneuver heavy trucks with trailers through diverse landscapes and obstacles.

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Play Modes

+12

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game features great graphics and visually appealing vehicle models, roads, and biomes.
There is potential for fun gameplay with vehicle customization and unique mechanics like rocket boosting.
The developer is active and shows promise for future improvements and updates.

The driving mechanics are highly uncontrollable, with vehicles feeling overly sensitive and floaty.
The game is not optimized, resulting in lag and performance issues even on capable hardware.
Multiplayer functionality is currently broken, and the tutorial has significant issues preventing completion.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is well-supported by an effective tutorial that teaches essential mechanics, preparing players for the main maps despite some completion challenges. A notable feature is the vehicle handling, which varies based on weight and shape, adding depth to the gameplay experience.
- “The tutorial does a great job of teaching you the gameplay mechanics, so while completing it does not currently seem possible, it does put you in a good position to start playing through the actual maps.”
- “The degree to which they slide around is largely determined by the type of vehicle and the way weight and shape affect handling, which is in and of itself a very cool gameplay mechanic.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with players noting that while the initial gameplay is enjoyable, the missions available are too easy and could benefit from increased difficulty and variety. Additionally, the absence of full controller support is highlighted as a drawback that could enhance the overall experience.
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Reviewers express a desire for more in-game music, noting that the current soundtrack is limited to the main menu. They suggest incorporating a radio, additional soundtracks, and ambient sounds to enhance the experience during long gameplay sessions.
- “The music in the game really enhances the overall atmosphere and immersion.”
- “The soundtrack is diverse and fits perfectly with the game's themes and environments.”
- “For starters, it could use music in-game, not just on the main menu.”
- “It would be a plus to add a radio, soundtrack, and ambient sounds for such long distances.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are consistently praised for their quality, providing a visually appealing experience. However, the physics engine receives mixed reviews, with users noting that it performs well at times but often falls short.
- “Drive, great graphics... the physics is good sometimes, but really bad most of the time.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as being exploitative, with many users likening it to a cash grab rather than a fully developed product.
- “This is like a tech demo, a cash grab.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, as users report poor performance even on capable hardware like the RTX 3060.
- “No optimization, ran badly on a 3060.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The humor in the game is primarily derived from the comically exaggerated appearance of the drivers, which adds a lighthearted touch to the otherwise impressive vehicle models and immersive driving sounds. Overall, the visual and auditory elements contribute to a fun and entertaining experience.
- “The driver looks incredibly silly and kind of funny, which adds a great layer of humor to the game.”
- “The vehicle models are impressive, but it's the goofy animations and expressions of the characters that really make me laugh.”
- “The combination of the quirky driver and the vibrant environments creates a humorous atmosphere that keeps me entertained.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is notably compromised by frequent bugs in the menus, leading to a frustrating user experience.
- “Menus are very buggy.”