Meow Motors
- November 2, 2018
- ArtVostok
Get on Steam"Meow Motors" is a charming and family-friendly racing game featuring adorable cat characters. Players can choose from a variety of unique cars and tracks, and compete in different modes such as time trials and multiplayer. The game offers a fun and light-hearted experience, with simple controls and mechanics that are easy to pick up and play.
Reviews
- Meow Motors offers a charming and whimsical racing experience with delightful graphics and engaging gameplay mechanics, reminiscent of classic kart racers like Mario Kart.
- The game excels in local multiplayer, providing a fun and competitive environment for friends and family, with various modes and power-ups that enhance the racing experience.
- Players appreciate the smooth controls and the variety of characters and tracks, making it an enjoyable game for casual racing fans and families alike.
- A significant drawback is the lack of online multiplayer, which limits the game's replayability and social interaction compared to other kart racing games.
- Many players noted the absence of cat-related sound effects, such as meowing, which feels like a missed opportunity given the game's feline theme.
- The game is relatively short, with some players completing it in just a few hours, leading to concerns about its value for the price and the repetitive nature of some tracks and modes.
- gameplay22 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Meow Motors" is characterized by its engaging arcade racing mechanics, reminiscent of classic titles like Mario Kart, featuring easy-to-use controls, a rewarding drift mechanic, and a unique power-up system that allows players to choose their boosts. While the game offers a variety of modes and a charming aesthetic, some players noted issues with the boost mechanic and a lack of polish compared to higher-budget titles. Overall, it provides a fun and accessible racing experience, particularly for fans of the genre.
“Like a graceful dancer, Meow Motors effortlessly glides into the spotlight, captivating with its whimsical charm and polished mechanics.”
“With each lap, a symphony of controls and mechanics gradually reveals itself, granting players an exquisite mastery over their feline speedsters.”
“But at the end of the day, sometimes I just want a kart racing fix, and Meow Motors manages to provide an enjoyable time, with a drift mechanic that feels good and is easy to pick up, and an interesting power-up system (they aren't randomly picked after you grab; they're all visible and you steer towards the one you want) (also, you can unleash a charged shot for a greater effect).”
“Overall, most of the issues I've mentioned up to now are things I can ignore, but the major one that I can't is the boost mechanic.”
“But as it stands, I can't enjoy the game to its full potential with this glaring problem soiling the game's otherwise fine mechanics.”
“You can tell from the recycled animations and the somewhat weird gameplay mechanics that there were costs cut here and there to make up for expenditures in other areas.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their whimsical art style, vibrant colors, and charming character designs, creating a visually appealing experience. While some reviewers noted that the art style could be considered bland, the overall consensus is that the graphics are polished and enhance the enjoyment of the gameplay. Many players feel that the visuals, combined with the engaging mechanics, make the game a worthwhile purchase.
“Great graphics, storyline, unique track and characters.”
“Amazing little game for its price, the music, graphics and gameplay are pretty good for a casual racing game!”
“The whimsical art style, replete with vibrant colors and charming character designs, dances upon the screen like brushstrokes on a canvas.”
“This game was worth the $10 I paid for it; however, after a thorough review, I would sell my wife, my children, my family, and everything I own and have ever owned for this piece of artwork.”
- music11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its catchy and fitting nature, others criticize it for being generic and repetitive. The soundtrack is described as enjoyable by some, but others find it lacking, comparing it to royalty-free acoustic guitar music often heard in commercials. Overall, the music contributes positively to the casual racing experience, though it may not appeal to everyone.
“The race tracks, music, the gimmicks, and characters are all good for a racing game.”
“Graphics are cute, soundtrack is good.”
“Amazing little game for its price, the music, graphics, and gameplay are pretty good for a casual racing game!”
“Just the soundtrack is not good enough and the UI is bad.”
“The soundtrack, for me at least, was quite bad.”
“I would describe it as the sort of bouncy royalty-free acoustic guitar music you find in a lot of really generic commercials.”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as simplistic and lacking depth, resembling a hastily created comic presentation. However, players express anticipation for character development and plot progression as they continue their journey. Overall, the narrative is brief, with a complete playthrough taking around five hours.
“I am still making my way through the game, so I am excited to see what new characters will come along and what will happen next in the story.”
“Great graphics, storyline, unique track and characters.”
“There's a barebones storyline that looks like it was made overnight in PowerPoint but in a comic style.”
“The game is fairly short - you can play through the story in about 5 hours (all stars on all tracks).”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing characters and hilarious power-ups, contributing to a fun and engaging experience. Players report enjoying lively multiplayer sessions filled with laughter and excitement, particularly during competitive modes. Overall, the game's comedic elements enhance the enjoyment of its smooth racing mechanics.
“The controls are smooth, the characters are fun, and the power-ups are pretty hilarious.”
“My friends and I spent last evening screaming and laughing out loud while we were fighting in strike mode!”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development is highlighted by whimsical and vibrant art styles, featuring charming and cute character designs that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the creativity in the character designs, including the cars and power-ups, which contribute to the game's engaging aesthetic.
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a stable experience with no crashes or major bugs; however, some gameplay elements, such as certain projectiles and weapon mechanics, exhibit inconsistencies that may affect gameplay.
“I encountered no crashes, bugs, or glitches as of yet.”
“The game frequently crashes during key moments, making it frustrating to progress.”
“There are numerous stability issues that lead to unexpected freezes and disconnections.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers a good level of replayability, particularly appealing as a party game, making it enjoyable for multiple playthroughs with friends.
“There's a decent amount of replayability, especially as a party game.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious and uninteresting.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, early impressions of the game's optimization are positive, with players noting that it runs smoothly and features impressive visuals and good handling during gameplay.
“Not played much of it yet, but from the brief race I did to check, it runs smoothly. It looks very impressive, and the handling feels good.”
