MXGP 2020: The Official Motocross Videogame

MXGP 2020 - The Official Motocross Videogame is unfortunately not that next-gen experience we're looking for.

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"MXGP 2020: The Official Motocross Videogame" allows players to compete as official riders, bikes, and teams in the 2020 MXGP and MX2 categories. The game features a track editor, a playground mode for training and exploration, and a waypoint mode for creating custom races. Players can improve their skills and share their creations with the online community.

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 256 reviews

graphics11 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The graphics are impressive, showcasing a significant upgrade in detail and polish compared to previous entries.
The handling and physics are enjoyable, providing a fun experience for players who appreciate motocross games.
The game offers a solid multiplayer experience, although some players have noted server issues.

The game lacks a main menu and has a confusing user interface, making navigation frustrating for players.
Career mode is disappointing and feels empty, with many players finding it boring after a short time.
There are significant issues with AI behavior and physics, leading to unrealistic racing experiences and frustrating gameplay.

graphics
26 mentions
42 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the significant improvements in detail, lighting, and textures compared to previous versions, particularly highlighting the "next gen" upgrade in 2020. While some players found the visuals to be superb and well-polished, others criticized them as outdated or inconsistent, suggesting that the graphics may not meet the expectations set by more recent titles in the genre. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as a strong point, especially for motocross fans, but opinions vary on their quality relative to other games.
- “One of the best versions in the MXGP series, for me the second best after MXGP3 (2017). 2020 received an important 'next gen' graphical upgrade; everything is more beautiful and better polished, with improved lighting, textures, and much better detailed circuit scenarios. I really liked it.”
- “Graphics: absolutely beautiful.”
- “As far as graphics, I can immediately see a new level of detail on the riders' outfits, and the bikes look extra crisp this year.”
- “Graphics are so bad I uninstalled within 10 minutes of playing.”
- “The graphics are from 2 generations back.”
- “So, this game has terrible graphics in comparison with the last 2 games.”
gameplay
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics, improved cornering, and overall feel, making it a standout in the genre. However, some players find certain mechanics, like the front end behavior at lower speeds, frustrating and detrimental to the flow. Additionally, the lack of new modes may lead to a quick sense of fatigue for players.
- “One of my favorite MX games; the mechanics are great.”
- “The scrubs are better, the cornering is better, timing, and overall mechanics make this game stand out.”
- “There should be an option for more arcade-style gameplay.”
- “The way the front end squares up a corner if you aren't going fast feels stupid and ruins the flow. I don't know what they were trying to accomplish with that mechanic; it makes no sense and happens at too high a speed.”
- “Whilst the gameplay is solid enough, it is often unforgiving, and with little in the way of new modes, you'll likely grow tired quickly.”
optimization
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is criticized for performance issues and bugs, particularly on older consoles, which detracts from the overall experience. While some understanding is given to pandemic-related challenges, the lack of content and customization options further compounds the game's shortcomings in this area.
- “It's running the Unreal Engine, so there are bound to be performance issues and bugs, and this game has them as well.”
- “I understand the pandemic is hindering performance and a succession of targeted deadlines, but this is too much.”
- “A barebones selection of modes, mediocre customization, and lackluster performance on seventh-gen consoles make MXGP 2020 a pretty tough sell for most.”
stability
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates solid performance on high-end systems, but players have reported issues with stability, particularly during jumps, where riders experience crashes upon landing.
- “The game runs great maxed out on my rig, which has a Ryzen 5 3600X, RTX 3070, and 16GB RAM.”
- “When jumping from left to right on the track (for example, the small takeoffs in Valkenswaard), the riders just crash buggy when hitting the ground.”
- “The game frequently experiences crashes and bugs that disrupt gameplay.”
- “Stability issues make it nearly impossible to enjoy the racing experience without constant interruptions.”
music
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, though it is limited to the menu screens and does not play during gameplay.
- “The music is fantastic, even though it only plays in the menus.”
- “I love the soundtrack; it really sets the mood for the game.”
- “The menu music is catchy and enjoyable, making navigation a pleasure.”
- “The music only plays in the menus, which is disappointing because it's actually good.”
- “I wish the game had more music during gameplay; it feels empty without it.”
- “The soundtrack is great, but the lack of in-game music really detracts from the experience.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy has been criticized as a poorly executed cash grab, reflecting a lack of effort and consideration for players.
- “This is the most half-baked, lazy excuse of a cash grab I've seen in years.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative and designed to squeeze every penny from players.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully without spending extra.”