Mon Bazou

About

"Mon Bazou" is a street racing and car building game set in 2005 Quebec. Customize your primary vehicle and participate in street races while managing a maple syrup and cannabis business. The game features highly customizable cars, trucks, ATVs, and a boat to drive, allowing you to build and upgrade your vehicle while navigating the quiet town of Saint-Clin du Fin-Fond.

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Play Modes

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

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 14,912 reviews

gameplay194 positive mentions

grinding388 negative mentions

gameplay
556 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
62%
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The gameplay of "Mon Bazou" is praised for its engaging mechanics, blending car customization, resource management, and open-world exploration in a charming Canadian setting. While the game offers a satisfying and accessible experience for newcomers, some players note that it can become repetitive as they grind for resources and unlocks. Overall, the gameplay is described as fun, user-friendly, and rewarding, making it a solid choice for fans of life simulation and mechanic games.
- “Amazing game, good story, good gameplay, and the difficulty is at the sweet spot between super hard and easy!”
- “The gameplay loop is very addicting and it's super rewarding to upgrade your vehicles after spending hours grinding.”
- “The blend of car mechanics, resource management, and open-world exploration set in a charming rural Canadian setting has made it one of my favorite games.”
- “While the game is a lot of fun at first when you're still exploring all the gameplay elements, it quickly gets stale once you figure out the main moneymaker activities and have to start grinding them out to get access to most of the end-game stuff.”
- “It's an absolute chore to play, but I guess that's the gameplay loop.”
- “After 200+ hours of play, I have concluded that, although this game has the potential for being a great game, the developer has clearly spent far more time on developing and implementing mechanics meant only to cause frustration far beyond reasonable challenges.”
grinding
430 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is frequently described as both enjoyable and tedious, with many players noting that while it can be time-consuming, it also offers a rewarding experience. Some find the grind to be a core part of the game's charm, especially in activities like farming and car customization, while others feel it can become repetitive and frustrating, particularly in the later stages. Overall, the consensus is that the game is fun and engaging, but players should be prepared for significant grinding to progress.
- “It is fun but can be grindy at some points; would love to see more content.”
- “Great and fun game that has lots of stuff to do and is not very grindy at all.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “Grindy, buggy, and the worst save system I have seen in a game in my life.”
- “While the game is a lot of fun at first when you're still exploring all the gameplay elements, it quickly gets stale once you figure out the main moneymaker activities and have to start grinding them out to get access to most of the end-game stuff.”
- “Everything is about making money or buying stuff with the money you've made, but since the methods for making money quickly take so much investment to get into you can never feel justified in buying anything you actually want until you've finished grinding enough to get the maple syrup production, which takes like 40 hours, and by then you're bored as fuck.”
graphics
258 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
59%
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The graphics of "Mon Bazou" receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are not cutting-edge, they are sufficient for the game's enjoyable gameplay and charming art style. Some appreciate the nostalgic, simplistic aesthetic, while others point out graphical bugs and a need for optimization. Overall, the consensus is that the graphics do not detract significantly from the fun and engaging experience the game offers.
- “The art style is beautiful and a bit of a change to most games of this type.”
- “Visually, mon bazou nails the cozy, rustic aesthetic.”
- “With its delightful visuals, dynamic world, and diverse activities, mon bazou transports players to a captivating virtual summer getaway that they won't want to leave.”
- “The game still needs a lot of improvements and optimization, graphics-wise. For example, props, houses, and NPC cars have unnatural and unreflective windows.”
- “Though the graphics are quite poor, it makes the game run better on a low-end PC, and it definitely doesn't detract from the overall gameplay experience.”
- “Game graphics are made from potatoes, but the game still runs below 40fps, and cars will get stuck forever in the water once they're in there.”
story
196 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
71%
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The game's story is often described as minimal or lacking a traditional narrative structure, with many players noting it features a sandbox-style progression where tasks and interactions with quirky NPCs drive the experience. While some appreciate the lighthearted and humorous elements, others express a desire for a more developed storyline and deeper character interactions. Overall, the game is seen as fun and engaging, but it could benefit from additional narrative depth and content.
- “It has a great story and very fun to play!”
- “I love this game so much, the graphics, story line, and gameplay are so cool!”
- “Mon Bazou has all the good stuff mixed into one game with an open story line that lets you play however you want.”
- “There isn't a storyline, but rather a sandbox-style progression where you take on tasks and jobs to advance.”
- “The game doesn't have a solid storyline such as 'My Summer Car', but more of a 'get this to do this'.”
- “Everything feels superfluous and uninterested in thoughtful storytelling because the mission at hand is to get to the end credits where the meat exists.”
humor
158 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Mon Bazou" is widely praised for its Canadian charm, featuring quirky elements like poutine for hunger and maple syrup for thirst, which resonate particularly well with players from Canada. Many find the game's bugs and glitches to be amusing rather than frustrating, adding to its comedic appeal, while others appreciate the developer's sense of humor reflected in the game's design and dialogue. Overall, players describe it as a hilarious and entertaining experience, often comparing it to "My Summer Car" but with a distinctly Canadian twist.
- “Mon Bazou is a great game; it's really fun, and as a Canadian, I find it funny that hunger is poutine and thirst is maple syrup.”
- “This game is hilarious and it also scratches an itch I didn't know I had, 11/10 lots of dopamine.”
- “The first time I went over a bump too hard and my guy swore in French, I burst out laughing.”
stability
120 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
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The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players noting it is quite buggy, particularly regarding vehicle physics and interactions, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences. While some users report minimal issues and find the game enjoyable despite its early access status, others highlight significant glitches that can disrupt progress, such as problems with the save system and erratic vehicle behavior. Overall, while the game shows promise and is fun to play, its stability remains a concern for many players.
- “Runs great on Linux with Steam Play/Proton.”
- “It works with my Logitech G920 and feels brilliant. Considering it isn't even done yet, the game is reasonably well constructed and mostly bug free.”
- “It's still very early access and it already is a lot of fun, and the gameplay is (mostly) bug free.”
- “The game is so buggy I can't drive for more than 2 minutes without falling into a 20-meter-deep hole and spending 30 minutes trying to get out. Plus, the brakes are terrible; you have to start braking like 20 miles before actually coming to a stop.”
- “Honestly, the game's not bad, but it's extremely buggy to a point where it's sometimes unplayable. Sometimes you just randomly launch into the air with your car; it's an alright game, just buggy.”
- “The game is fun and shows a lot of promise, but I would say it is too buggy with how the vehicles, trailers, and items interact. There have been way too many times that using a trailer causes my truck and items to fly off, especially if you go slightly into a ditch.”
music
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the ability to import their own tracks, which enhances the overall experience. The in-game soundtrack is generally well-received, featuring a variety of upbeat and relaxing tunes that complement the gameplay, although some users noted a surprising lack of music in certain areas. Overall, the combination of customizable music options and a solid soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack complements this perfectly, with relaxing tunes that make the syrup-making grind feel like a meditative ritual.”
- “The game features a cheerful and upbeat soundtrack that perfectly complements the summer theme, instantly putting players in a relaxed and joyful mood.”
- “Being able to play my own music in-game through the radio is an awesome feature.”
- “🔲 There is no music in this game.”
- “This game has some of the worst music I've ever heard, and I mean that in the best way possible.”
- “9/10 when you're using the air compressor, it's like a horror game because if there is no music or anything, you would expect it to be calm and relaxing when you mess around with it, and then boom, there it is, the wretched sound of an old V2 engine powered on at god knows how loud or long it is that it has the ability to give you nightmares at night until you get used to it, which takes at least 100 hours, which is absolutely ridiculous how terrifying it is.”
optimization
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, particularly on low-to-midrange hardware like laptops. While some users report smooth performance and appreciate the depth of the car customization system, others highlight persistent lag and stuttering, indicating that the game requires substantial optimization improvements, especially in graphics and physics. Players are hopeful for future updates to enhance performance and visual quality.
- “The car customizing system is insanely in-depth, and you truly can strip every single component of the car out and change everything about it, adding certain parts to alter the characteristics of the car's handling, sound, and performance. I absolutely love that about the game.”
- “Game is alright; it is very optimized and runs very smoothly with very little to no lag at all.”
- “Feel a lot like 'My Summer Car', but with lots of quality of life improvements, much better performance, etc. I am positively surprised after seeing the tweakable settings in the graphics tab, like a built-in FPS limiter and settings for low-spec PCs.”
- “My only wishes for the future are more cars to wrench on (there are only four that allow individual part customization, only three of those that can be fully disassembled, and two of those three are identical), and optimizations to improve frame rate on Steam Deck and other low-to-midrange hardware.”
- “I really wanted to spend some time with this game, but it basically has no optimization.”
- “This game really is something else and has a funny concept, but it's way too poorly optimized.”
emotional
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players describe the game as a deeply emotional and wholesome experience, evoking nostalgia and a sense of home through its heartfelt themes and relatable moments. Many express feelings of joy and even tears of happiness, highlighting the game's ability to connect with personal memories and simpler times. The developers' ongoing support and updates further enhance the emotional bond players feel with the game.
- “It's a heartfelt nod to simpler times and the joys of creating something with your own hands.”
- “There was something about the feeling of being in the passenger seat in a car filled with weed smoke, bumping the tunes down a back road and seeing the same model of van that my mum used to drive us to school in pass us by that made me feel 15 again, in a good way.”
- “I grew up in interior Alaska and no other game has made me feel right at home.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is described as immersive and cheerful, enhanced by a colorful, cartoonish aesthetic that makes it accessible and enjoyable. Players find the environment engaging enough to sustain long play sessions, contributing to a satisfying incremental gameplay experience. Overall, the atmosphere is highly praised, with some users rating it a perfect 10/10.
- “The game adopts a colorful and cartoonish aesthetic, which not only enhances its accessibility but also creates a pleasant and cheerful atmosphere.”
- “The content doesn't seem very deep, but for me it's a rather satisfying and mindless incremental gameplay loop, paired with an immersive atmosphere.”
- “As a fellow Canadian, the atmosphere is spot on 10/10.”
- “I grinded for 40 minutes straight just for a trailer I was towing to spin my car out, launching my vehicle into the atmosphere. When I went to pick it up, my car and trailer flew into the atmosphere along with everything else.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its almost infinite replayability, largely due to regular updates that introduce new content, keeping the experience fresh and engaging for players.
- “This game has an almost infinite replayability, and because it gets updated semi-often, it always has new content coming.”
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “The game offers a variety of experiences that make each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for its heavy reliance on ads, particularly on the wiki, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game itself is enhanced with compatible steering wheels and pedals, the intrusive advertising can be frustrating for users.
- “Expect to use the wiki, which sticks ads up over every page, lol.”