Monster Jam™ Showdown

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 46 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • optimization
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"Monster Jam Showdown: Big Air Edition" features iconic Monster Jam trucks in off-road arcade racing and freestyle stunts. Compete with current and historical trucks, perform tricks, and unlock numerous vehicles and liveries. Experience immediate driving sensations with accessible controls in this action-packed game.

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76%
Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews
graphics7 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game features impressive graphics and a large roster of over 40 trucks with various liveries to unlock.
  • Gameplay is enjoyable with a fun driving experience, especially in racing and stunt modes, and it offers a good challenge for players of all ages.
  • The game has a solid foundation with potential for future improvements, making it a worthwhile experience for Monster Jam fans.
  • The physics are inconsistent and can lead to frustrating gameplay, particularly during collisions and freestyle events.
  • The gameplay becomes repetitive over time, with limited variation in tracks and events, which can make the experience feel stale.
  • There are several technical issues, including AI behavior and a lack of a free roam mode, which detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • gameplay12 mentions

    The gameplay features a diverse roster of 40 trucks and enjoyable driving mechanics, but suffers from repetitiveness and inconsistent physics that can detract from the experience. While the core gameplay loop is simple and engaging, players have noted issues with collision mechanics and sound design, suggesting that improvements in these areas could elevate future installments. Overall, the gameplay is fun but could benefit from more variety and refinement.

    • “The gameplay loop is simple: do races, get rewards.”
    • “Physics are consistent, the core gameplay is enjoyable, and the truck roster is fantastic (and the biggest lineup for any single Monster Jam game to ever have at launch)!”
    • “Gameplay variety is good; there's enough to keep me engaged.”
    • “The gameplay loop is simple: race, get rewards.”
    • “Tldr: super repetitive gameplay/events, poor sound design, wacky physics, but fun driving/drifting... 6/10.”
    • “Mid as hell, the donut mechanic is stupid; you'll make a 90-degree corner and suddenly it throws you into a donut, and you just spin with like 50 Gs of force. It's so goofy how heavy it feels when you're driving the monster truck in a straight line, but if you hit something, you're like 5000 feet in the air and bouncing off things like you're made of rubber.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The graphics in the game are widely praised for their impressive fidelity and appealing art style, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience. However, some players note that while the graphics are a significant improvement, the truck physics leave much to be desired, detracting from the overall gameplay experience.

    • “The graphics are amazing, there's so much to do, and so many trucks and liveries to unlock!”
    • “Great graphical fidelity while still having good game performance.”
    • “Interesting art style for the menus and HUD.”
    • “The game is fun on a basic level, but this feels a lot like the Steel Titans games with better graphics and no open world.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game is praised for its fast and well-optimized gameplay and loading times, maintaining great graphical fidelity while delivering good overall performance. However, players noted that the Colorado environment tends to impact performance more significantly than other areas.

    • “Fast and well-optimized gameplay and loading.”
    • “Great graphical fidelity while still maintaining good game performance.”
    • “I found the Colorado environment hit the performance the hardest.”
    • “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, especially in crowded areas.”
    • “Loading times are excessively long, making it frustrating to get into the action.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews; some users find it reminiscent of royalty-free tracks and annoying, particularly the announcer, while others appreciate the decent quality of lesser-known licensed songs. Overall, the music's effectiveness seems to vary significantly among players.

    • “The music features decent tracks that, despite not being well known, are still pretty good songs.”
    • “The soundtrack adds a unique atmosphere to the game, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The music sounds like it was taken from a royalty-free library.”
    • “The announcer is so annoying, and the music choice is also quite irritating.”
    • “The music is decent, but despite not being well-known, the licensed tracks still leave much to be desired.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Reviewers express concern that the game's monetization strategy may lead to future installments being perceived as cash grabs, especially if the developers do not address existing issues in the current game.

    • “I'm not surprised that we will see a second or third installment to this series as a cheap cash grab if that ever happens before they attempt to iron out some of its issues the current game has.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, making it clear that the developers prioritize profit over player experience.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, which makes the game feel less enjoyable and more like a money-making scheme.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users describing it as a "broken buggy mess," indicating significant issues that affect gameplay and performance.

    • “Overall, it's a broken, buggy mess.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story is engaging, featuring enjoyable missions and a variety of unlockable liveries and trucks, with fun challenges that enhance the overall experience.

  • emotional1 mentions

    Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be impactful, as even simple interactions, like touching a small rock, can evoke strong feelings, ranging from a gentle reminder of reality to a profound sense of wonder and escapism.

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