Musclecar Online

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"Musclecar Online" is a massively multiplayer indie racing game with over 100 cars and 11 classes to collect and race. Compete against ghost recordings of other players and friends on daily changing racetracks, or design and share your own. The game offers social features, daily and monthly rankings, and the choice to race in retro top-down or 3D views.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive experience with simple controls, making it accessible for players of all skill levels.
The asynchronous multiplayer feature allows players to compete against the ghosts of others, creating a competitive atmosphere that encourages improvement.
The track editor and daily challenges foster community engagement and provide a variety of gameplay experiences.

The graphics and overall presentation feel lazy and unpolished, which may deter some players.
There are significant technical issues, such as problems with display on high-resolution monitors and unresponsive controls, making the game unplayable for some.
The online component may become obsolete if the servers go dark, limiting the game's long-term appeal.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics have been criticized for being lackluster and simplistic, with some users noting that they feel lazy and outdated. While the visuals may not impress, players still find the game enjoyable and engaging despite its shortcomings. Overall, expectations for graphics should be tempered, as they do not significantly enhance the gameplay experience.
- “The graphics aren't the best, but it's still fun and very active.”
- “Don't expect great graphics, and the driving controls could use some work.”
- “The racing is too simple, the graphics just seem lazy, and at this point the online part of it is very dead.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The gameplay is praised for its diversity in car selection, enhancing the overall experience. While it features typical toy car racing mechanics, it stands out through its emphasis on player interaction and various game 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 heavily on player interaction.”
- “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.”
- “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.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players note that the grinding in this game is not focused on traditional tasks like accumulating gold for gear or simply leveling up characters, suggesting a more nuanced approach to progression.
- “This isn't a case of grinding for gold to buy the best gear, or just leveling up a character.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which makes the gameplay feel tedious.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
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 players into spending money.”
- “I appreciate that the game provides a complete experience without requiring additional purchases.”
- “The game feels like a cash grab with its constant push for microtransactions.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind a paywall.”
- “I was really disappointed by how much the game relies on in-game purchases to progress.”