NeoSprint
- June 27, 2024
- Headless Chicken Games
Though it controls well and has some unique qualities among modern racers, NeoSprint's lack of charisma will make its multiplayer and track creating tools difficult to shine in the long run.
Get on Steam
Get on Xbox Games StoreNeosprint is a fast-paced arcade-style racing game for up to 8 players, with both single and multiplayer modes. Its robust track builder and sharing tools allow for customizable racing experiences, while the campaign mode, grand prix, and time trials provide a variety of challenging content. Precise controls and intricate drifting and drafting mechanics make for an exciting and skill-based experience.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Playstation 5
Steam Deck
Windows
Xbox One
Xbox Series X|S
PlayStation
Xbox
Reviews
- The game features a fun and engaging track builder that adds significant replay value and allows for creative course design.
- Graphics are fantastic, with charming visuals that enhance the overall experience, especially during night tracks.
- The gameplay is enjoyable and simple, making it a great option for casual gaming sessions with friends.
- The music and sound design are repetitive and lack variety, which detracts from the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The AI is often unchallenging, making the campaign feel too easy and less engaging for experienced players.
- There are control issues that hinder precision, particularly in time trials and obstacle courses, leading to frustration.
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some find it entertaining and appreciate the variety of modes, others criticize the repetitive nature of the tracks, which lack distinctiveness and fail to enhance the overall experience. Additionally, the victory song is noted as feeling somewhat out of place.
“The music is pretty entertaining and it has so many modes; I think it might take me a couple of days to finish it.”
“The music and sound design leaves something to be desired; the same 3/4 tracks are repeated over and over again. While the tracks are good, they become monotonous quickly and fail to give each track or cup any sense of personality.”
“The victory song feels a bit out of place.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through user-created courses and an obstacle course mode, enhanced by tight controls and varied car handling. While local multiplayer is available, the addition of online multiplayer could further elevate the experience. Overall, the track builder and challenging gameplay contribute to a solid revival of the franchise.
“There's a lot of added challenge and variety in the user-created courses and the obstacle course mode, which adds significant replay value. The tight controls and the fact that each car handles differently mean that choosing the right car for the course is crucial.”
“An online multiplayer mode, in addition to local play, would enhance the experience. Playing online on user-generated courses would significantly increase replayability and challenge, taking the game from good to great.”
“This is a decent revival of the franchise, featuring simple yet challenging gameplay. The track builder will provide a lot of replay value.”
“What would be nice, would be an online multiplayer in addition to local - playing online on user-generated courses would add a lot of replayability and challenge and would bring the game from good to great.”
“That aside, this is a decent revival of the franchise so far, with simple yet challenging gameplay and the track builder will provide a lot of replay value.”
“That being said, there's lots of added challenge and variety in the user-created courses and the obstacle course mode, which adds a lot of replay value. The tight controls and the fact that each car handles differently mean that picking the right car for the course is important.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their fantastic quality and charming aesthetics, particularly the nighttime tracks adorned with vibrant lights. Players also appreciate the smooth performance of the game, enhancing the overall experience of course creation.
“The graphics are fantastic, and the game runs brilliantly. Creating courses is a lot of fun.”
“The graphics are super cute, and I love the tracks that appear to be at night with lights all around.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its charm and simplicity, offering a fun experience, especially when played with friends. It successfully revives the franchise with challenging mechanics and a track builder feature that enhances replay value.
“But when playing, it does have some of the charm in its gameplay, and with friends, it can be a lot of fun.”
“That aside, this is a decent revival of the franchise so far, with simple yet challenging gameplay, and the track builder will provide a lot of replay value.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express that the game evokes strong emotional responses, often leaving them feeling vulnerable or deeply affected by the experience.
“Sorry, I'm a little bit emotional now…”
Critic Reviews
NeoSprint Review – Behind The Curve
Though it controls well and has some unique qualities among modern racers, NeoSprint's lack of charisma will make its multiplayer and track creating tools difficult to shine in the long run.
50%NeoSprint Review – Tiny Racers Going Fast
NeoSprint has some good things that arcade racing fans will appreciate. It’s a refreshing take on a very classic series for Atari. Getting into a race alone or with others is easy, and there’s plenty of racing to be done. But a lack of online multiplayer and a slim picking of items at the start can be a real drag. But there’s a variety of tracks and an interesting track editor that will keep players busy for a long while.
60%NeoSprint Review
At its core, NeoSprint is fun to pick up and play and managed to leave us itching for 'one more race', making it a good recommendation for retro arcade racing fans and Atari enthusiasts. That said, we feel the asking price is a tad steep given the omission of online play options, particularly when stacked against free-to-play retro racing competition like F-Zero 99. But if you’re sold on its well-crafted campaign and solid track-building elements, there’s plenty to enjoy here.
70%
