MY 1980's DASHBOARD
- February 12, 2018
- Pippala Games
Get on Steam"My 1980's Dashboard" is a nostalgic simulation game that lets you experience the interior of a car from the 1980s. Interact with various functionalities such as the radio, cassette player, and rear-view mirror, and take in the detailed 3D graphics and accurate sound effects. This game is a love letter to the past, offering a unique and entertaining way to step back in time.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game successfully captures the nostalgic feel of 80s racing games, making it a fun throwback for fans of the genre.
- Controls are simple and responsive, allowing for an enjoyable gameplay experience, especially for those familiar with retro racing mechanics.
- The retro graphics and chiptune soundtrack enhance the overall charm, making it a pleasant experience for players looking for a quick and casual game.
- The game suffers from performance issues, including occasional freezes and a lack of controller support, which can detract from the experience.
- Graphics and gameplay can feel bland and monotonous, lacking the depth and polish found in classic titles like Out Run.
- AI car behavior can be frustrating, with unpredictable movements leading to crashes and making it difficult to navigate the tracks effectively.
- music19 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a simple, retro chiptune soundtrack that is generally enjoyable but can become repetitive over time. While some players appreciate the nostalgic feel and variety of tracks, others find the music lacks excitement and depth, leading to a desire for more diverse options. Overall, the soundtrack is described as pleasant but could benefit from additional content to enhance the experience.
“The music is pleasurable.”
“There are also multiple different ones which appear to play at random, so you won't get stuck hearing the same song over and over again if you get stuck on a track.”
“The music is relaxing and mostly appropriate; some of it is a little more down-tempo than I would expect from a fast-paced racer, while other tunes fit right in.”
“The music is empty sounding and none of the songs made me excited to drive.”
“I think I heard all the songs; tracks don't seem to have their own music, it just picks a random song from a little library. If I'm wrong, then maybe the songs sound really similar.”
“I hope this game gets more added to it in the future, like more music, cars, and scenery like the beach and cityscapes.”
- graphics17 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro pixel art style that appeals to fans of classic aesthetics, though some players find them a bit bland and lacking in detail. While the visuals are generally described as fun and nostalgic, there are calls for updates to enhance immersion, such as improved pixelation for cars and street signs. Overall, the graphics successfully evoke a vintage feel, complemented by a chip tune soundtrack, but could benefit from refinements to elevate the experience further.
“The graphics and sound are all pleasingly retro and the controls simple enough for a small child.”
“Simple, retro, 8-bit style visuals and chip tune soundtrack.”
“The game is fun, the visuals are nice and retro feeling.”
“It feels solid, but the graphics and gameplay are a bit too bland for my taste.”
“- non-authentic 'VGA' (car) meets 'SVGA' (street) visuals.”
“The game fulfills what it promises but there are some problems with the graphics; not everything is pixel, the cars on the track should be in pixels, the street signs as well. Finally, there are some details that can be easily fixed and will give greater immersion to the game.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is solid but criticized for its retro pixel graphics and lack of variety, leading to a somewhat bland experience. Players express a desire for additional features, such as drifting, to enhance the satisfaction of navigating sharp turns. Overall, the gameplay feels limited and does not fully meet expectations for nostalgia-driven mechanics.
“While you can change the resolution, it doesn't really affect gameplay because of the retro pixel graphics.”
“It feels solid, but the graphics and gameplay are a bit too bland for my taste.”
“Was expecting a cheesy rip-off of old geezers who had these dashboards in their childhood combined with graphics from old Pole Position along with authentic/impossible gameplay.”
“For the gameplay, there's not much to change; drifting would be a great addition because slowing down to go around a sharp turn is really unsatisfying.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to have performance issues, which may detract from the overall experience; however, players who are invested in the content may still find enjoyment despite these optimization challenges.
“If you are into this, performance aside: you will probably enjoy this game.”
“I experienced significant performance issues that affected my gameplay.”
“The game suffers from optimization problems, leading to frequent frame drops.”
“Despite the interesting gameplay, the lack of proper optimization makes it frustrating to play.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report occasional stability issues, including frequent nasty freezes and some rare random freezes during gameplay.
“But sometimes I get nasty freezes here.”
“There are also a few (much rarer) random freezes.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is relatively short but offers high replayability, making it an enjoyable option for players looking to pass the time.
“It's not a long game, but it's quite replayable and a fantastic time waster.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
“With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”
