MegaRace 2

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"MegaRace 2" is a 1996 combat racing game with fully rendered 3D cars and new weapons. Players can fire weapons in reverse and use in-game cash prizes to purchase car upgrades. The game features multiple paths and eccentric host Lance Boyle, joined by a female co-host whose name changes in each race.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience for players who enjoyed the original MegaRace, with excellent graphics and nice music that enhances the gameplay.
Lance Boyle, the quirky host, adds charm and entertainment to the game, making the cutscenes enjoyable.
Despite its flaws, the game is considered a classic and is well worth its low price, especially for fans of FMV games and racing enthusiasts.

The controls are often described as slippery and unresponsive, making it difficult to navigate the tracks effectively.
The AI exhibits frustrating rubber banding, causing it to suddenly speed up unfairly, which can ruin the racing experience.
The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs that can cause it to freeze, particularly on certain tracks, and problems with saving progress.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic and immersive qualities, reminiscent of trance and goa styles, which enhances the overall experience. Many players consider the soundtrack to be underrated, contributing significantly to the game's charm alongside its engaging gameplay and cutscenes. However, some technical issues, such as freezing during races while the music continues, can detract from the enjoyment.
- “I also enjoyed playing the game because of the nice music that sounds a bit like trance/goa.”
- “Tibet is bugged; it sometimes freezes at the beginning of the race on a black screen while the music keeps playing in the background. It's really painful when it happens on the last round after an hour of trying to beat the AI.”
- “The series undoubtedly has criminally underrated soundtracks (including Megarace 3 at times).”
- “One underrated factor to this game is the soundtrack.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story of Megarace 2 centers on the player as the enforcer, shifting the focus from vehicle destruction to racing, enhanced by the use of missiles and landmines. The narrative is more chaotic than its predecessor, with the enforcer providing entertaining backstories for each track while engaging the audience.
- “The plot involves the player being deemed the enforcer; however, unlike the first game where the goal is to destroy the vehicles of various gangs, Megarace 2 is primarily a racing game with the addition of missiles and landmines.”
- “Generally more crazy compared to the first game (and somehow less crazy than how he acts in 3), he informs the player of each track's backstory as well as entertains the audience.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a series of three races per track, interspersed with sequences for car repairs and upgrades, including weapons and shields. Players appreciate the combination of enjoyable, albeit slippery, racing mechanics, alongside engaging FMV cutscenes and a strong soundtrack, making it a recommended experience for racing fans and classic game enthusiasts.
- “For its underrated music, great FMV cutscenes, and host, combined with slippery yet fun gameplay, I fully recommend this game to racing fans, classic game enthusiasts, or FMV buffs.”
- “The gameplay involves the player racing a series of three races per track, with two in-between sequences to repair your car, buy weapons and shields, as well as other cars.”
- “The controls feel unresponsive and make it difficult to navigate through the tracks effectively.”
- “The AI opponents are frustratingly predictable, making races feel less competitive and more like a chore.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game experiences significant stability issues, particularly in the Tibet level, where players report frequent freezes at the start of races, often resulting in frustrating interruptions, especially during critical moments like the final round.
- “Tibet is bugged; it sometimes freezes at the beginning of the race on a black screen while the music keeps playing in the background. It's really painful when it happens on the last round after an hour of trying to beat the AI.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it impossible to enjoy the experience. I've lost progress multiple times due to these stability issues.”
- “I encountered several glitches that caused the game to freeze, especially during crucial moments in races. This has made the game frustrating to play.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers feel that the humor in the latest game comes off as forced compared to previous installments, diminishing its effectiveness and charm.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their excellence, complemented by beautifully designed courses that enhance the overall visual experience.
- “Excellent graphics and very nice courses.”