Moto Racer Collection
- October 2, 2014
- Microids
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Moto Racer Collection offers a variety of motorcycle racing experiences, featuring four different games with diverse modes and tracks. From the Great Wall of China to the streets of Paris, compete in GP, Supercross, and Freestyle races, or hone your skills in Arcade and Simulation modes. Experience various bike categories, including Moto GP and trial bikes, at high speeds and in tricky obstacle courses."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Moto Racer 1 is a nostalgic classic that many players still enjoy for its arcade racing experience.
- Some players found that with the right fixes, such as using dgVoodoo2, they could get the first two games to run well on modern systems.
- The collection offers a trip down memory lane for fans of the original games, with some players appreciating the low price during sales.
- Many users reported that Moto Racer 1 and 2 are unplayable without extensive tinkering, and even then, they may not work properly.
- The later titles in the collection, particularly Moto Racer 3 and the 15th Anniversary edition, were criticized for poor design and lack of fun compared to the originals.
- Overall, the collection is seen as a poorly executed port with numerous bugs and compatibility issues, leading to frustration among players.
- graphics9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the reviewed games are generally considered outdated, reflecting their PS1/PS2 origins, with many users noting significant limitations compared to modern titles. While some aspects, like the dirt bike tracks, can be enjoyable, they suffer from performance issues and poor design choices, leading to a mixed reception overall. Users express disappointment with the lack of improvements in graphics quality and compatibility across the different versions included in the collection.
“You have here three PS1/PS2 era games with nice graphics for their time; of course, they are kind of limited if you compare them to more recent ones, but that's expected.”
“The graphics are not too hot, but that is because these games are old (Moto Racer 1 came out in 1997).”
“15th anniversary runs okay and has dirt bikes in it, which is cool; just too old UI and game graphics, still I would love to play the ones that run.”
“The dirt bike track framerates were really stuttering to the point they were unplayable, but when I lowered the graphics quality, that fixed it.”
“Does work but it is not even widescreen and the graphics don't seem any better than what you have in the first game.”
“It has three sub-games: the original Moto Racer, which has huge graphics issues; a second version that works pretty fine; and a third version, which has a really bad design.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received significant criticism, with users expressing disappointment over the removal of the beloved punk rock soundtrack from Moto Racer 2. Many feel that the new music lacks soul and fails to capture the essence of the original, leading to a less engaging experience, especially with reports of no sound during races. Overall, the changes to the soundtrack have left players feeling dissatisfied and frustrated.
“I do believe I left Moto Racer's 2 CD in my stereo more time than in the PC, just for how great the soundtrack is.”
“Then I load the game with high expectations for a battery solo to start the video, and I get totally soulless music in a new intro video. Then the menu screen hits, and where is the beautiful punk rock music?”
“Moto Racer 2 does launch, but there's no sound during races, no music or sound effects.”
“I loaded the game with high expectations for a battery solo to start the video, but I got totally soulless music in a new intro video. Then the menu screen hits, and where is the beautiful punk rock music?”
“[Moto Racer 2] does launch, but there's no sound during races, no music or sound effects.”
“I don't recommend it because the soundtrack is not working, and the video sequences are lacking too!”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay experience is marred by significant bugs, particularly noticeable drops in frame rates when using the brake, leading to frustration during the initial 30 minutes as players struggle to configure the game. Additionally, the reliance on English for community fixes can be a barrier for non-English speakers.
“The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on your toes.”
“The first 30 minutes of gameplay can be challenging as you try to configure the game, especially if you're not familiar with a language other than your own.”
“The gameplay experience is immersive and offers a lot of depth.”
“Unacceptable bugs causing sudden drops in FPS during gameplay when using the brakes.”
“The first 30 minutes of gameplay are wasted as you struggle to configure the game, especially if you don't understand a language other than your own, since everything in the community forums is in English.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a significant narrative, with some users noting that there is essentially no story present.
“There is no story here.”
“The narrative is completely lacking.”
“The plot feels disjointed and unengaging.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that while Mr 2 and 3 generally function well on their systems without significant sound issues or noticeable glitches, there are still some bugs present that affect stability.
“The game is incredibly buggy, making it hard to enjoy.”
“While Mr. 2 and 3 generally work on my system without sound problems or obvious glitches, there are still significant stability issues.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has been criticized for causing significant framerate issues on the dirt bike track, rendering it nearly unplayable; however, lowering the graphics quality appears to resolve these performance problems.
“The dirt bike track framerates were really stuttering to the point they were unplayable, but when I lowered the graphics quality, that fixed it.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by lighthearted and playful moments, such as amusing cutscenes featuring flirtatious characters and comedic scenarios like a money handler attempting to cheat with play money, which adds a fun and entertaining layer to the gameplay experience.
“If you win your race, some attractive characters greet you, and the guy giving out the money tries to cheat you with play money in a cutscene. It's funny to watch.”
“The game's humor is spot-on, with clever dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, with quirky characters and absurd scenarios that always bring a smile to my face.”
