nail'd

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"nail'd" is an arcade-style racing game featuring local multi-player for up to 2 players and single-player options. The game offers masterful gameplay with the constant sensation of intense speed, near vertical races, and extreme track designs. Players can customize their vehicles and enjoy a unique original soundtrack from renowned bands. Different classes compete simultaneously on the same track, providing a diverse and dynamic racing experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 375 reviews

music29 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

Fast-paced action with insane stunts and cleverly designed tracks that keep players engaged.
Great sense of speed and fun gameplay reminiscent of classic arcade racing games.
Incredible value for the price, often available for less than a dollar, making it a no-brainer purchase.

Lacks multiplayer functionality as servers are down, limiting replayability.
Game suffers from various bugs, including missing menu text and issues with controller support.
Repetitive gameplay with limited tracks and no trick mechanics, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.

music
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
45%
11%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the energetic rock and metal soundtrack featuring well-known bands like Slipknot and Rise Against, which complements the fast-paced gameplay. However, some players find the selection repetitive and lacking in variety, suggesting that it can become monotonous over time. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the racing experience for many, others recommend turning it off in favor of personal playlists.
- “The game also features a great soundtrack that perfectly complements the high-octane action on screen.”
- “Crazy speed, crazy jumps, a hard-rock soundtrack, and plenty of nitro boost!”
- “The soundtrack is also nothing like you could expect from Mario Kart, featuring some pretty decent music from artists such as Slipknot, while not my usual listening, they are all pretty cool songs and suit the game very well.”
- “The soundtrack is also kinda boring, featuring mostly rock and grunge.”
- “The music is awful, so I suggest keeping the FX on and playing your own in the background for an even better experience.”
- “You have to listen to some god awful speed metal soundtrack the whole time, and after about a lap of the very first race my eyes were in pain.”
graphics
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
48%
5%
The graphics of the game, while showing some age, are generally considered decent to good, with many reviewers praising the detailed environments, impressive lighting effects, and a vibrant art style that enhances the racing experience. Some players noted that the visuals effectively convey a sense of speed, although technical issues and chaotic visual clutter can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics hold up well for a game released over a decade ago, making it visually appealing despite some minor flaws.
- “The graphics are top-notch, with highly detailed environments and impressive lighting effects that really make the races come to life.”
- “With its high-speed races, insane stunts, and beautiful visuals, it's a game that's well worth checking out for anyone who loves racing games or extreme sports.”
- “The graphics are stunning, and the attention to detail in each track is simply incredible.”
- “The graphics may not be the best, but you will not notice them because of the speed being as fast as a fat kid chasing an ice cream truck.”
- “I like it a lot even though there are many bugs in it, like the opening splash screen being upside down and wonky physics and dated graphics.”
- “This is a cheap MotorStorm knockoff that comes with a great soundtrack, but lacks the eye-candy graphics and exciting, realistic terrain.”
gameplay
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
64%
7%
The gameplay of Nail'd is characterized by its fast-paced, arcade-style racing that offers thrilling speed and impressive jumps, complemented by a solid soundtrack. However, it suffers from significant technical issues, including poor collision mechanics, repetitive track design, and various glitches that can disrupt the experience. While some players find the gameplay enjoyable and addictive, others criticize it for being underdeveloped and lacking depth in game modes and mechanics.
- “The gameplay is fun and thrilling, with amazing speed and jumps; it is great.”
- “All of it blends together with the stunning and larger-than-life mountains, hills, valleys, and passes to make for an addicting and exciting gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay is tight and fluid, as it should be in this kind of game.”
- “The gameplay consists of just crashing after crashing after crashing.”
- “Nail'd could have been an average generic racer if it wasn't for a huge flaw: the driving mechanics.”
- “Some game mechanics seem a bit unpolished, I'd say like doing wheelies which feels very wonky to pull off; I crashed sometimes even when I shouldn't logically crash (driving up a ramp, slightly bumping into a wall).”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
89%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous glitches affecting gameplay, such as blank menus, erratic vehicle controls, and collisions with invisible walls. While some players find enjoyment in the chaotic racing experience, the overall consensus is that the game is severely unpolished and plagued by bugs, making it difficult to recommend despite its low price.
- “Runs great on newer systems.”
- “The game maintains a smooth performance without any noticeable lag.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs during my playthrough.”
- “An annoying thing that plagues this game is that there are many glitches, such as the menu becoming blank. This happened so much to me that I had to close and re-open the game every time. Controls go crazy, my vehicle suddenly turns left out of nowhere, and I sometimes fall through the ground or pass through objects without my vehicle being destroyed. Yet, a slight touch on the edge of a bush can cause my bike to explode and send my pilot flying. It truly is a severely unpolished game, and while I had some fun with the sense of speed during races, I don't recommend this game at all. It's underdeveloped, unpolished, mediocre, and just not worth playing when there are so many better options out there.”
- “This makes for a very unpleasant experience, not helped by the amount of glitches.”
- “I can safely say that while the gameplay can be fun, the amount of glitches and random speed traps will ruin it.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
43%
29%
Overall, the game is praised for its strong optimization, running smoothly at 60fps even on lower-end hardware configurations. Users report stable performance and good visual optimization, contributing to a positive gameplay experience.
- “The game actually runs very well.”
- “Performance on AMD A12 9720P / Radeon R7 / 12 compute cores (4C+8G) with 12GB RAM, the game performs great at 60fps.”
- “Suffice to say at this point, due to efficiency and performance.”
- “The performance of the stock vehicle seemed fine for me.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in "Nail'd" is described as a mix of absurdity and enjoyment, with players finding amusement in its over-the-top stunts and chaotic gameplay, reminiscent of a "so bad it's good" experience. While the game may lack depth and polish, its ridiculous physics and the thrill of running opponents off the road contribute to a lighthearted, entertaining atmosphere that some players appreciate as a guilty pleasure.
- “I saw a few reviews saying that the stunt levels were difficult, while in truth they are some of the easiest and most fun levels because you earn points by going through the fire boost areas, landing perfectly flat from a large fall, doing wheelies, but most importantly by laughing hysterically like a hyena while running people off the road like in Mad Max.”
- “Nail'd is kind of a funny game; it has pretty much nothing going on for it, it's mediocre at everything it does, but I found myself playing it for quite some time. This is a review just because I had fun with a game doesn't mean I owe it a recommendation. Many people enjoy stupid movies like Sharknado in a 'so bad it's good' way, either to laugh at it or have some gags with friends. Nail'd is pretty much like that; it would fall into a guilty pleasure of sorts in a racing game way.”
- “Jumping physics are simply hilarious.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The story in the game is minimal and lacks depth, with players noting that after completing multiple missions, there are no significant developments or rewards. It caters to those seeking a straightforward and uncomplicated racing experience rather than a complex narrative.
- “The story and development are engaging and keep you invested throughout the game.”
- “If you're looking for a non-complex, quick-to-play racing game, this is a great pick.”
- “I've finished like 10 missions and didn't get a single new thing.”
- “All in all, if you're looking for a non-complex, quick-to-play racing game, without having to learn how to drive and earn your driver's license, then pick this up.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game offers great replayability, reminiscent of old-school racers, with 2-4 hours of engaging gameplay that justifies its purchase, despite some monotony and limited scenery.
- “Great replayability value.”
- “This plays like an old-school racer with loads of monotony and a slight shortage of scenery, but the 2-4 hours of actual replay value make getting it on sale totally worth it.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that "nail'd" evokes a sense of emotional confusion, suggesting that the game's narrative or experiences may be intense and disorienting, leaving them with mixed feelings.
- “Nail'd, you wild ride, you've left me emotionally confused.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is noted to be distinctly unique, contributing to an engaging and immersive experience for players.
- “It has a very different atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the option for an open level select and an endless boost mutator, which help alleviate the tedium of grinding during competitive play.
- “When the competition gets too tedious, there's an open level select with an endless boost mutator right around the corner to make up for the shortage.”