Parcel Corps

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Parcel Corps is a single player and multiplayer racing game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Billy Goat Entertainment Ltd and was released on October 3, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Ditch the 9-5 and embrace the high octane life of a freelance bicycle messenger! Forget the job security, stable salary, and basic workplace rights less cool jobs offer while you ride along walls, grind rails, and startle pigeons on your way to corporation-toppling domination.

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

optimization7 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

The game features enjoyable and fluid bike riding mechanics, allowing for creative traversal and tricks.
The art style and humor are quirky and reminiscent of classic games like Jet Set Radio and Crazy Taxi, providing a nostalgic experience.
The level design is well thought out, with various shortcuts and challenges that keep the gameplay engaging.

The game suffers from performance issues, with stuttering and low frame rates even on capable systems, and lacks meaningful graphics options.
The control scheme is counter-intuitive and takes time to master, leading to frustration during gameplay.
The progression system feels lacking, with repetitive missions and minimal rewards for completing tasks, making the gameplay feel stale quickly.

story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as lackluster and derivative, with repetitive mission designs that fail to engage players fully. While some users appreciate the variety in mission types and the overall fun gameplay, they note that the narrative lacks depth and compelling elements, making it feel more like a series of tasks rather than a cohesive story. Overall, the missions serve as a means to enjoy the gameplay rather than to drive a meaningful narrative.
- “Le système de job fonctionne assez bien pour choisir comment l'on veut progresser, et bien que les missions ne soient pas incroyablement variées, quelques surprises viennent agrémenter le jeu pour éviter la monotonie.”
- “As I progressed through the main storyline, the quests provide different sorts of challenges with the types of items you deliver, which is cool.”
- “This is pretty much the basic mission, and eventually, you can start doing missions for businesses with fragile packages, missions where you deliver multiple packages, missions that require you to go back and forth between customers and businesses, missions that require you to maintain speed, missions that require you to do a few tricks (but not too many), and a mission that requires you to put posters on walls.”
- “Besides all that, the story is kinda eh.”
- “It doesn't feel fully polished and not entirely creative considering the mission design.”
- “But besides just fun and an excuse to traverse the map, why are you doing these missions?”
optimization
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant performance issues at launch, including bugs and low frame rates, while others report that recent patches have improved performance considerably, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems. However, there are still concerns about optimization on specific platforms like the Steam Deck, and some users find the game poorly optimized overall, particularly in relation to its graphical demands. Overall, while many players enjoy the gameplay, the optimization remains a contentious aspect that may require further improvements.
- “Performance is great, controls are great, game is fun and has a ton of content.”
- “It's also well optimized and runs great even on my laptop's puny integrated graphics, which is more than can be said about many big and bloated AAA outings.”
- “Great performance after the patches, big thumbs up!”
- “Gameplay is nice, but the content is lacking and the performance is horrendous.”
- “The launch had some performance issues, and there was that nasty save corruption problem which has since been fixed.”
- “Performance on the PC is not great. I'm running a 13700K and a 4080, and my FPS has topped out at 75 FPS at 3440 x 1440 ultrawide. This, to me, is unacceptable for how it looks, and the FPS fluctuates pretty wildly. Generally, though it is playable, I just don't understand why it's so bad for how it looks, and I find it does affect control latency at times even if the frame rate itself is manageable.”
gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by fluid cycling mechanics and a satisfying movement system, allowing for enjoyable traversal and trick execution. However, many players find the core gameplay loop repetitive, with limited incentives for performing tricks and a lack of new content or challenges as they progress. While some appreciate the unique mechanics and art style, others express frustration with performance issues and a gameplay experience that can become stale quickly.
- “Really enjoy playing the game - the cycling mechanics, skids, and tricks are very fluid and great fun just to blast around.”
- “I am a huge fan of flow state games and I have to say that this game is one of my favorite games when it comes to gameplay.”
- “The gameplay loop goes like this: you explore a decently large area discovering businesses that give you parcels to deliver.”
- “Unfortunately, the gameplay itself falls short.”
- “After 2.5 hours of driving from point A to B, I finally unlocked the second part of the map 'Old Town' - I don't know if the gameplay gets any more exciting from here, but I unfortunately doubt it.”
- “The gameplay loop is as expected: go here, get thing, go there, deliver thing.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Parcel Corps are generally praised for their striking visuals and unique art style, which many players find appealing. However, there is significant criticism regarding the lack of graphical customization options, with users expressing frustration over performance issues and limited settings available, especially for a game priced at $35. Overall, while the art direction is appreciated, the absence of more comprehensive graphics options detracts from the experience for some players.
- “Parcel Corps looks amazing—the visuals are striking, the soundtrack is solid, and the sound effects blend nicely with the art direction.”
- “I bought this game on day 1 and I fell in love with the art style and movement mechanics.”
- “The art style is really cool and quirky, and the writing is a lot of fun.”
- “No graphics settings or controller rebinds, a pretty annoying comment section on everything you do in the top right of your screen, very little customization/things to buy, and only 7 real tricks (grind wallride barspin tailwhip wheelie wallplant bounce).”
- “And there are no graphic change options in the menu, only v-sync and resolutions, which doesn't even change anything; options don't save.”
- “Mainly there being no graphical settings to speak of which in 2024 and at a $35 tag that’s pretty nuts.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some praise the soundtrack as energetic and enjoyable, others find it generic and repetitive, with instances of looping tracks that detract from the experience. Despite this, several users highlight standout tracks and solid sound effects that complement the visuals. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a significant aspect, though opinions vary on its quality and impact.
- “Parcel Corps looks amazing—the visuals are striking, the soundtrack is solid, and the sound effects blend nicely with the art direction.”
- “Forgot to mention, the soundtrack's a banger.”
- “There are a lot of serious bangers in this soundtrack.”
- “The music is too energetic and generic.”
- “The music is okay, but there are times where you're just listening to a 3-second loop for a whole mission and it feels a bit derivative.”
- “The biggest downside to this game is the soundtrack.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by quirky characters and a mix of comedic elements, ranging from genuinely funny moments to frustrating gameplay experiences. While the initial charm of the humor captivates players, it tends to wear thin over time, leading some to skip dialogue in the latter parts of the game. The game's tongue-in-cheek, hyper-corporate style offers a unique comedic backdrop, though the lengthy dialogue can detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “There's a good sense of humor in the different business owners you talk to.”
- “It’s funny the first time when you pull a bike out of your backpack.”
- “Games normally aren't funny when they're trying to be, but the comedy tag is real!”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly when needing to reach level 3 on each map before progressing. However, the enjoyable mechanics of riding and performing tricks often mitigate the grind, making it a fun experience despite some repetitive missions that can feel overly simplistic. Overall, while grinding is present, the engaging gameplay helps balance the experience.
- “Grinding is mapped to the left shoulder button—sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t; leaning down is done via the right shoulder button.”
- “I spent some time grinding reputation, and it felt very brainless to get from point A to point B delivering one package.”
- “You have now been grinding to get stuck doing the most basic mission a ton of times in a minute (plus extra time you now get to keep getting).”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The game exhibits mixed stability, with reports of freezing, stuttering, and long load times, despite being lightweight and well-optimized for lower-end hardware. While it runs smoothly on some systems, users have encountered glitches, including issues with fullscreen mode.
- “It's also well optimized and runs great even on my laptop's puny integrated graphics, which is more than can be said about many big and bloated AAA outings.”
- “It's a light game, but it freezes, stutters, and takes forever to load when it shouldn't.”
- “There are lots of glitches - there's no way to make the game full screen despite it starting in a window.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is likened to a modern-day Dreamcast title, suggesting a nostalgic yet fresh experience that enhances the overall playstyle.
- “The atmosphere is so immersive; it feels like a modern-day Dreamcast title.”
- “The game's atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The rich and detailed environment creates a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “Between that, the playstyle, and the atmosphere, this feels like a modern-day Dreamcast title.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the JSRF franchise is perceived as a cash grab, indicating that players feel the pricing strategies and in-game purchases are exploitative rather than fair or value-driven.
- “Cash grab at the Jet Set Radio Future franchise.”
- “The monetization tactics feel exploitative and detract from the overall experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls.”