Musclecar Online

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Musclecar Online is a multiplayer casual racing game. It was developed by Psychic Software and was released on February 12, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Musclecar Online" is a massively multiplayer indie racing game where players can race against ghost recordings of friends and players worldwide. The game offers a track designer, social features, and daily/monthly rankings. It features both retro top-down and 3D racing with super-fun driving physics, and players can compete every day on a brand new track-of-the-day.

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive experience with simple controls, making it accessible for players of all skill levels.
The asynchronous racing against player ghosts adds a competitive edge, encouraging players to improve their times and strategies.
The track editor feature allows for creativity and community engagement, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

The game suffers from a pay-to-win model, making it difficult for new players to compete against seasoned veterans who have purchased upgrades.
The online player base is dwindling, leading to a lack of competition and making races less enjoyable.
Technical issues, such as poor graphics on high-resolution monitors and unresponsive controls, detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received for its engaging concept and diverse selection of cars, which enhances the overall experience. However, it is noted that the core mechanics are reminiscent of typical toy car racing, with a strong emphasis on player interaction in various modes.
- “Love the amount of diversity in terms of cars; it really adds a lot to the gameplay.”
- “Musclecar has an interesting concept because, while gameplay-wise it's nothing more than typical resorak racing with clumsy little toy cars, the gameplay itself and its modes rely on player interaction.”
- “I liked the idea behind the game and its gameplay, but I found an issue nobody else is talking about.”
- “Musclecar has an interesting idea for itself because while gameplay-wise it's nothing more than typical resorak racing - where we control clumsy little toy cars - the gameplay itself and its modes rely on player interaction.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
The graphics have been criticized for appearing lazy and subpar, with many users noting that they do not meet modern standards. While some find the visuals acceptable and still enjoy the gameplay, overall expectations for graphical quality are low, and there are concerns about the driving controls as well.
- “The graphics aren't the best, but it's still fun and very active.”
- “Don't expect great graphics, but the gameplay is engaging.”
- “The racing is too simple, the graphics just seem lazy, and at this point the online part of it is very dead.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for being budget-friendly and free of microtransactions, making it an appealing choice for players seeking an online experience without additional costs.
- “If you want a budget game that has no microtransactions and offers online play, this is the perfect choice.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure you into spending money to enjoy the game.”
- “I appreciate that the game provides a complete experience without requiring additional purchases.”
- “If you want a budget game that has no microtransactions and online play, this isn't it.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more than they should.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and frustrating, particularly noting that it feels unfair due to the presence of experienced players overpowering newcomers. The grinding is not focused on traditional goals like earning currency or leveling up, which adds to the dissatisfaction.
- “I did not expect a sub-dollar game to turn out to be a very grindy, unfair experience that also suffers from having pro players seal club any new players trying to join.”
- “This isn't a case of grinding for gold to buy the best gear, or just leveling up a character.”