Motorhead

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Motorhead is a single player and multiplayer racing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Urbanscan and was released on September 16, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and negative reviews from players.

The future of racing is here, and it's called MOTORHEAD. This game allows you to hop in one of 10 streamlined racers and test your skills on eight obstacle-filled courses that wind through urban, desert, and seaside terrain.

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Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

The game is a fun little arcade racer with simple controls and a challenging AI.
It runs smoothly on various systems and is compatible with Xbox/PS controllers.
The soundtrack is amazing and retains the original music from the PS1 version.

This is not the PC version, but a poorly executed PS1 port with terrible graphics and controls.
The game is unplayable for many due to issues with display and control mapping.
There are significant performance problems, including frame drops and inability to modify controls.

music
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The music in the game is highly praised, with many users highlighting its quality and enjoyment, particularly in the PSX port, which allows for proper listening despite the graphics being subpar. The soundtrack is considered one of the best in racing games, often compared favorably to Wipeout XL, and is a significant draw for players. However, there are minor issues, such as occasional music skipping.
- “For those who don't know, it's essentially just a fun little arcade racer with simple controls, challenging AI, and an amazing soundtrack.”
- “Best thing I can say about the game is that the soundtrack is retained (tied with Wipeout XL for best racing soundtrack).”
- “Best thing I can say about the game is that the soundtrack is retained (tied with Wipeout XL for best racing soundtrack).”
- “It's not the PC version, which sucks because this PSX port looks trash with the graphics, but I still bought it because it's the only version where I can listen to the music properly.”
- “Dank MIDI music.”
- “Music skipped once.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the PSX port are widely criticized for being subpar, with many users noting that they look terrible compared to the PC version. Players report significant frame drops and a lack of options to adjust or improve the visual quality, leading to frustration and requests for refunds. Overall, the graphical performance is deemed disappointing and not reflective of the game's potential.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly bring the game world to life.”
- “The art style is unique and visually captivating, making every scene a pleasure to behold.”
- “The attention to detail in the graphics enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The graphics are horrible and there are a lot of frame drops while playing.”
- “The screenshot previews of the game do not even do the shoddy graphics justice.”
- “It's not the PC version, which is disappointing because this PSX port looks terrible with the graphics.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, focusing on basic controls such as gas, reverse, and handbrake, making it accessible for players of all skill levels.
- “The gameplay is straightforward, focusing on essential controls like gas, reverse, and handbrake.”
- “I love the simplicity of the gameplay; it makes it easy to pick up and play.”
- “The controls are intuitive, allowing for a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience.”
- “The gameplay is overly simplistic, consisting only of gas, reverse, and handbrake.”
- “I found the gameplay to be repetitive and lacking depth.”
- “The controls feel unresponsive, making the gameplay frustrating at times.”