Moto Racer 4

I can see this being an always in the stack, never traded kind of something to play quickly or for a while type game. Not a hidden gem, not a cult classic in the making but goes to the same parties as those.

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Moto Racer 4 is a motorcycle racing game that features both asphalt and dirt tracks. With a wide range of bikes and customization options, players can experience high-speed races and stunning graphics. Compete in solo mode or challenge friends in multiplayer mode for an immersive and thrilling experience.

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Reviews

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 179 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Moto Racer 4 offers a fun arcade racing experience with a variety of tracks and characters, appealing to fans of the series.
The game has a decent sense of speed and enjoyable graphics, making it visually appealing for an arcade-style racer.
It provides a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic racing games, with unique gameplay elements like the turbo boost system and various race modes.

The keyboard controls are poorly implemented, making the game nearly unplayable without a controller, leading to frustration among players.
There are numerous bugs and performance issues, including difficulty spikes and unresponsive controls that detract from the overall experience.
The game lacks depth in its career mode and multiplayer options, with many players finding it repetitive and lacking in content.

graphics
33 mentions
36 % positive mentions
52 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "superb" and "up to modern standards," while others criticize the visuals as generic and repetitive, particularly in track design. Although the game runs well on various hardware, including weaker PCs, it lacks in-depth graphics customization options, which may disappoint enthusiasts. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, they do not stand out as exceptional in the gaming landscape.
- “The graphics are superb in my opinion; I'm not sure what another reviewer was talking about when he said that the graphics look dated.”
- “It's very good graphics and doesn't slow your Mac down.”
- “Graphics are up to modern standards.”
- “Very generic and repetitive track visuals; the ground is very obviously just one set of tiles repeated.”
- “The feeling is all there and Moto Racer 4 does a lot right, but the crazy difficulty spike and somewhat unpolished visuals drag it down to a degree.”
- “Frame rate sucks, control sucks, graphics suck.”
gameplay
18 mentions
28 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Moto Racer 4 is characterized by its solid arcade racing mechanics, featuring a turbo boost system and a variety of race modes, including time trials and elimination challenges. While the introduction of tricks adds depth, some players criticize the need to unlock fundamental mechanics in career mode and the limited options in split-screen play. Overall, the game offers enjoyable, fun-focused racing, though it may not appeal to those seeking realism or extensive single-player content.
- “There are a few new additions to the gameplay in Moto Racer 4, the turbo system, whereby a carefully timed press of a button will give you a boost of speed at the starting line and also a boost of speed when executing a wheelie.”
- “As far as variety in the gameplay goes, you have standard races, time trials, and other modes such as 'slalom' where you have to weave in and out of traffic, but still arrive at the finish line before time runs out, and an elimination mode where the racer in last place is eliminated every 30 seconds.”
- “Racing games that focus on fun over realism have almost completely faded into obscurity, but fortunately Moto Racer 4 exists and this is more than good enough where it matters: the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is horrendous.”
- “As far as variety in the gameplay goes, you have standard races, time trials and other modes such as 'slalom' where you have to weave in and out of traffic, but still arrive at the finish line before time runs out, and an elimination mode where the racer in last place is eliminated every 30 seconds.”
- “There are also various tricks to pull off when riding a dirtbike, the tricks must be executed by pushing a certain sequence of buttons; this is a welcome addition to the game as in MR2, tricks would occur at random and didn't really have any impact on the gameplay whatsoever.”
music
16 mentions
25 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as fitting for the fast-paced racing experience, though it can become irritating and somewhat forgettable over time. Players noted the inability to switch tracks during gameplay as a drawback, suggesting that external soundtracks, like the MR2 soundtrack or eurobeat, might enhance the experience. Overall, while some appreciate the music, others feel it detracts from the game.
- “For the best experience, put on the MR2 soundtrack or some eurobeat and you're good to go.”
- “The music is great and totally fits this fast motorbike racing title!”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The stupid music messed up the game.”
- “The music is sadly somewhat forgettable but is fitting for the game, if that makes any sense?”
- “Sadly, you can't switch music tracks in-game from the pause menu (in the same style as MR2) as it seems certain music tracks are locked to particular race courses.”
story
10 mentions
20 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with players primarily focused on racing and unlocking content rather than engaging with a meaningful narrative. While some characters and designs are appreciated, the overall storytelling is deemed childish and disappointing, especially when compared to previous installments in the franchise. Additionally, the absence of promised modes further detracts from the experience.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Not saying that all these characters (and bikes) don't look cool, but they created a story around that, which appears childish.”
- “There is no real story to the game and you just find yourself racing on tracks and earning stars to get to the next unlock.”
- “I understand that DLC is a different story, but when not all modes are included as advertised, it becomes ridiculous.”
- “Shame on you who literally destroyed the franchise.”
optimization
10 mentions
40 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while overall performance is commendable for a racing title, users report issues such as slow texture loading and random frame rate drops, particularly during collisions or when driving over certain surfaces. Despite these hiccups, the sense of speed is well-executed, though the optimization could benefit from further refinement.
- “Performance is great as well, especially for a racing game that had too many that stutter, but this is good.”
- “The sense of speed is there, performance is good overall, but there's a noticeable frame drop/hitch when you hit a wall or drive through grass.”
- “Optimization is not perfect: sometimes textures take a little time to load and there are random FPS problems.”
- “Looks like a physics calculation performance issue.”
- “Also very bad optimization!”
stability
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, particularly on low-spec systems, where players frequently encounter fatal errors and glitches. Overall, it is perceived as a poorly optimized and bug-ridden experience.
- “I'm playing this game on low specs, and it frequently encounters fatal errors and glitches.”
- “A bug-ridden cash grab of a terrible game!”
- “The game is plagued with bugs and stability issues, making it frustrating to play.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding in the game to be excessive and unnecessary, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The game feels unnecessarily grindy.”
- “The grinding aspect feels excessive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I found the grinding to be tedious and not rewarding.”
monetization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is heavily criticized, with users labeling it as a cash grab that is plagued by numerous bugs, detracting from the overall experience.
- “A bug-ridden cash grab of a terrible game!”
- “A bug-ridden cash grab of a terrible game!”