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Mashed

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76%Game Brain Score
gameplay, humor
graphics, stability
78% User Score Based on 274 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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Mashed is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Supersonic Software and was released on April 24, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Mashed" is a top-down racing game that offers single-player and local multi-player modes for up to four players. The game features 13 tracks and nine hi-tech weapons to use against opponents, including machine guns, missiles, and flamethrowers. Players can compete in "all-against-all" mode or collaborate with friends in team mode.

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78%
Audience ScoreBased on 274 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
stability8 negative mentions
  • Incredible local multiplayer experience, perfect for parties with up to 4 players.
  • Nostalgic gameplay reminiscent of classic titles like Micro Machines, with fun power-ups and chaotic racing.
  • Despite some bugs, the game offers a unique and enjoyable racing experience that can lead to hilarious moments with friends.
  • The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including crashes and bugs that affect gameplay, especially on modern systems.
  • Controls can be frustrating, with non-rebindable keys and a problematic camera that complicates navigation.
  • Lacks online multiplayer and many features found in the 'Fully Loaded' version, making it feel incomplete.
  • gameplay
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a mix of classic top-down racing mechanics with a variety of modes, including time trials and survival challenges, which can be enjoyable, especially in multiplayer settings. However, some players find the core experience repetitive and frustrating due to awkward mechanics, such as races ending when players fall too far behind. While the game offers a nostalgic thrill for retro fans, its dated graphics and controls may detract from the overall experience.

    • “The core gameplay is simple and classic - you drive around each track (usually with 3 other opponents - AI or human) and try to avoid getting left off the screen.”
    • “There's a simple thrill and sense of fun in the gameplay that should appeal to any retro gamer or fan of top-down racers.”
    • “Once you’ve found a niche map you love, you could test it out in time trial mode to get a handle on some of those trickier corners and then take the action to up to three other players or computer-driven bots in a suite of gameplay objectives such as your standard demo-derby affair where points are lost for having your car destroyed and gained for not being similarly incapacitated - survival mode, where you simply need to stay intact for a number of laps against an onslaught from the other cars to win, fugitive mode, where you must either non-lethally pin a single car from escaping you, a boss battle feature where you do deadly battle with a circling helicopter – and these are just the surface of the gameplay options, the many, many other exciting modes which would simply take far too long to mention and describe all of, so you will just need to experience them for yourself.”
    • “Difficult gameplay.”
    • “Yet, the whole sad thing about this is the fact that this is drive to survive, not fully loaded so there's not any improvement to the gameplay and I've stated the bugs you'll encounter while playing.”
    • “The rest of the gameplay is also quite uninspired (controls, physics, tracks, dated graphics), the worst bit being the race mode where the game stops when you pull 50m ahead of your opponent for a short score tally and a restart - about as close to racing as a congested motorway.”
  • graphics
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally considered dated, reflecting its 2004 release, but they still hold up reasonably well for nostalgic players. While some users appreciate the charm of the original visuals, many express a desire for a modern remake with updated graphics. Overall, the game's graphics are functional but lack the polish of contemporary standards, which may detract from the experience for some players.

    • “Mashed is a great nostalgic game from my childhood, and I would love to see a remake or sequel in modern graphics.”
    • “Love the graphics of this old game and the control of the cars is just right, great game to pass a few hours with.”
    • “The 2004 graphics hold up remarkably well (especially considering the distance from which you view the car models), and the game will run perfectly on virtually any modern system.”
    • “Graphics are obviously dated, but fine.”
    • “The graphics are outdated and the menu looks janky throughout the whole process, but the fun to be had as you zoom around the tracks makes it worth it.”
    • “The rest of the gameplay is also quite uninspired (controls, physics, tracks, dated graphics), the worst bit being the race mode where the game stops when you pull 50m ahead of your opponent for a short score tally and a restart - about as close to racing as a congested motorway.”
  • humor
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its chaotic gameplay, featuring janky physics and outrageous AI behavior that lead to hilarious moments. Players enjoy the witty insults exchanged during competition, making it a perfect party game that fosters both laughter and friendly rivalry. Overall, the game is celebrated for its ability to evoke fond memories and create new, funny experiences with friends.

    • “The weapon power-ups are fun and make for some hilarious moments.”
    • “From the slightly janky physics which occasionally bugs out in hilarious ways, to the devious after-death missile you can throw at your opponents, this is a perfect party game and a perfect way to both make friends and hate friends!”
    • “Surprisingly funny writing in the insults that are traded back and forth between the competitors as well!”
  • stability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes, glitches, and a clunky interface that detracts from the experience. Many players have experienced issues such as cars getting stuck or flipping unexpectedly on maps, leading to frustration. While some still find value in the game for multiplayer sessions, the overall consensus is that it suffers from significant stability problems.

    • “If you want your computer to crash and restart, buy this buggy junk.”
    • “Sadly, the interface is clunky and there are a ton of glitches in the maps that send your car flying as if you hit a wall.”
    • “Doesn't launch (Windows 10, Ryzen 3600, GTX 970), PC freezes.”
  • story
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is criticized for its reliance on solo missions, particularly the challenging fugitive missions that can lead to frustrating progress loss without manual saving options. Players find the narrative and mission structure lacking, as they feel compelled to engage in uninteresting single-player content to unlock multiplayer features. Overall, the story fails to engage players, leading to a sense of monotony and difficulty spikes that detract from the experience.

    • “The fugitive missions are among the most try-hard missions I've come across, and it's a great prank that you lose all progress unless you turn on 'auto saving' in the options, because although the option would imply so, there's no manual saving I know of.”
    • “Difficulty seemed okay, until about 10 events in or so (the first 'intercept' mission), at which point I simply could no longer catch up to the other vehicles.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is notably sparse, with no tracks during races, which some players found disappointing. However, the overall sound design, including sound effects, is well-received and complements the game's theme effectively, making the experience enjoyable despite the lack of a prominent soundtrack.

    • “The way the cars behave, the way the weapons behave, the graphics, the sounds and music, everything.”
    • “Also, no music during the races.”
    • “Even with the bugs and missing music, this was so worth it even for just one or two evenings with friends on the couch.”
    • “There's not much about the soundtrack, but heck, it's surely fitting to the theme.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is reported to be poorly optimized for Windows 10 and 11, leading to performance issues that hinder a smooth gaming experience.

    • “Not optimized for Windows 10 and 11.”
    • “The game suffers from severe performance issues on modern hardware.”
    • “Frequent frame drops and stuttering make it unplayable at times.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers high replayability through its diverse "challenge cup" campaign mode, which features a variety of maps and gamemodes that unlock additional content as players progress. Its quick-paced gameplay and simple controls make it accessible for short play sessions, while the extensive content ensures players will find new experiences each time they play. Despite its age, the game remains engaging and runs well on modern systems, making it a worthwhile choice for repeated play.

    • “The simple controls are easy to grasp, and the quick-paced nature of the game means it can be enjoyed in ten, twenty, or even thirty-minute sessions as a relaxing intermission. The car combat is appropriately punchy and cathartic, and the sheer volume of different content available ensures long-lasting replayability. The 2004 graphics hold up remarkably well, especially considering the distance from which you view the car models, and the game will run perfectly on virtually any modern system. The only downside to this aged release is the lack of full Steamworks integration (i.e., no achievements or trading cards), but don’t let that stop you from picking up this fantastic bargain-price gem.”
    • “The simple controls are easy to get a hold of, the quick-paced nature of the game means it can be picked up for ten, twenty, maybe thirty minute games at a time as a relaxing intermission. The sheer volume of different content available ensures long-lasting replayability. The only downside to this aged release is the lack of full Steamworks integration (i.e., no achievements or trading cards), but don’t let that stop you from picking up this fantastic bargain-price gem.”
    • “That premise is only the beginning of a highly replayable core concept. The first thing you’ll want to try is the 'challenge cup' campaign mode, which incorporates every map and every game mode in a roughly difficulty curve to showcase the immense variety of experiences the game has. Completing bronze, silver, and gold challenges on each map will unlock more play types, vehicles, and maps for the campaign, while also unlocking new possibilities in the 'quick play' casual mode with both pick-up single-player, cooperative, and competitive multiplayer.”
    • “+replayability”
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Mashed is a racing game.

Mashed is available on PC, Steam Deck, Windows, PlayStation 2 and others.

Mashed was released on April 24, 2014.

Mashed was developed by Supersonic Software.

Mashed has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Mashed is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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