Parking Garage Rally Circuit

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"Parking Garage Rally Circuit" is a retro arcade-style racing game that takes place in repurposed parking garages in major US cities. The game is a mix of rally and circuit racing, with each track offering a unique parking garage design and multiple laps around the same course. Controls are simple and arcade-like, with a focus on dynamic physics for crashing into objects. After beating the gold trophy for a course, players can compete against ghosts of other players' times on the leaderboards.

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98%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,183 reviews

music171 positive mentions

grinding13 negative mentions

The game features tight controls and a satisfying drift mechanic that allows players to chain boosts for increased speed.
The retro aesthetic and catchy ska soundtrack create a nostalgic and enjoyable atmosphere, reminiscent of classic arcade racing games.
Each track is uniquely designed with interesting gimmicks, providing a fun and engaging challenge for players.

The physics can be unpredictable, leading to frustrating moments where minor mistakes result in significant setbacks.
The game is relatively short, with only eight tracks and three cars, which may leave players wanting more content.
Some players have reported issues with the leaderboard system and the need to exit races to view results, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.

music
329 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, particularly for its energetic ska soundtrack that perfectly complements the fast-paced arcade racing experience. Many players appreciate the nostalgic feel and catchy tunes, which enhance the overall atmosphere and gameplay. However, some users noted issues with the default low volume and repetitive tracks, suggesting that while the soundtrack is a highlight, it could benefit from more variety and better looping.
- “The ska soundtrack by the Holophonics is icing on the cake, somehow breathing character into each stage while still being energetic enough to keep the gameplay tense.”
- “The soundtrack is an absolute gem, perfectly complementing the fast-paced action on-screen.”
- “It's classic 90s arcade racing with a great ska soundtrack.”
- “My only hope is that a future update will have the music looping properly instead of just playing it beginning to end with an awkward silence in between.”
- “The music is total ass though, and restarting the current track when restarting the race is its own level of hell.”
- “That's okay because the nature of having the same music sounds for every song and music element gets old fast.”
gameplay
250 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique and engaging drift-to-boost mechanic that encourages players to master their control for optimal speed, reminiscent of classic titles like Mario Kart. While the controls are intuitive and the visuals appealing, some players find the physics inconsistent, leading to frustrating moments during races. Overall, the game offers a fun and addictive experience with a strong emphasis on replayability and time trials, making it a solid choice for fans of arcade racing.
- “The drift mechanics are genius since, once they 'click,' it feels like the game is constantly daring you to fly closer to the sun.”
- “The gameplay loop revolves around constantly chaining drifts and boosts together, creating a natural progression through each race in which the balance of speed and control is constantly changing.”
- “An insanely fun arcade rally racing game with a satisfying gameplay loop of chaining drifts and boosts, allowing you to zoom across the map; though if you’re not careful, you might get flung off it.”
- “My only criticism is that the gameplay can get a little frustrating at times because you need to be sliding and boosting a lot to get the fastest times, but sometimes you can end up completely out of control. Also, pretty much every obstacle you hit will either spin you out or send you flying, even the walls!”
- “For something centered around time attack gameplay, its physics and level design work so vehemently against the player that any semblance of fun I was having with the drifting was being quickly voided by the game arbitrarily deciding to yeet the car into the shadow realm.”
- “The late game tends to lean a little too much towards the punitive and tryhard side of gameplay compared to my current state of mind.”
graphics
246 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their charming retro aesthetic, reminiscent of the Sega Saturn era, with many players appreciating the low-poly art style and vibrant visuals. Customization options allow players to tweak the graphics to their liking, enhancing the nostalgic experience. Overall, the visuals effectively complement the gameplay, creating an inviting and enjoyable arcade atmosphere that resonates with fans of classic racing games.
- “The graphics really capture the look of a Sega Saturn game.”
- “A perfect blend of modern drifting gameplay with Saturn-era styled game visuals and design.”
- “The game grabs your attention with its attractive Sega Saturn aesthetics, but it wins you over when you make your first drift, thanks to its comfortable and well-crafted gameplay.”
- “Don't get me wrong, the music is nice and I like ska punk, but catchy lyrics and retro graphics alone shouldn't give a game overwhelmingly positive status.”
- “The aesthetics are great, but the physics really ruin the experience.”
- “Only complaint: on 'PC port' graphics setting, the resolution should be native, and there should be no texture warping.”
humor
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this game is primarily derived from its absurd physics and entertaining gameplay mechanics, leading to numerous hilarious moments, such as cars flying off courses or performing unexpected stunts. Players appreciate the comedic elements of the game, including funny character names and amusing scenarios during races, which contribute to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game's quirky design and humorous failures create a fun atmosphere that keeps players smiling throughout their playthroughs.
- “The physics engine makes you sign a blood pact where it will confiscate your car and send it to another solar system if you dare drift with even one wheel not touching the floor, which makes for some hilarious fails.”
- “I had a really funny moment in a lobby where I was racing and an opponent flew through the air and dive bombed me like an airstrike, which made me laugh for a good 5 minutes straight.”
- “While the physics might be frustrating for some, for me, they led to some of the most hilarious moments during my playthrough.”
replayability
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly praised for its replayability, with players enjoying the competitive aspect of leaderboards and the challenge of beating personal and friends' scores. Despite having only eight tracks and a relatively short completion time of around 3.5 hours, the engaging mechanics and multiplayer options keep players coming back for more. While some users desire additional content, the fun and addictive nature of the gameplay compensates for this, making it a standout choice for fans of arcade racing games.
- “The replayability of this is off the charts, too!”
- “The tight controls and mechanics really lend themselves well to replayability mixed with the leaderboards function; there will always be a better time to get unless you're the world record holder.”
- “It has enough replayability that I see myself picking it up in the future when I'm in the mood to go fast for a few minutes.”
- “Having 100% the game in a little over a few hours, your mileage may vary on replay value after the credits roll, but I had an absolute blast playing parking garage rally circuit.”
- “Only major criticism is the amount of content is a bit lighter than I would like, doesn't bother me too much due to how replayable it is, but if it bothers you it might be worth waiting for a sale.”
- “Only took me 3.5 hours to 100% so it's not too long, but there's replayability in trying to beat your own score or your friends/other players, and it has multiplayer lobbies which is a plus.”
grinding
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable, particularly due to the engaging soundtrack and leaderboard competition. The medal times are well-balanced, allowing both casual and experienced players to achieve their goals without excessive grinding, making it a satisfying experience for those who enjoy improving their times. Overall, the game is highly recommended for fans of arcade racing and time trials.
- “Each race has a different song associated with it, and they are all perfectly scored, which makes grinding the individual levels a lot more satisfying.”
- “[*][b]Fair medal times[/b]: the time for each of the medals is spread out enough to make it so most anyone can achieve bronze as long as you know the mechanics, while more experienced players can get gold without hundreds of hours of grinding.”
- “Very creative, very challenging, and grinding for fast times is an absolute pleasure.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its vibrant, arcade-like quality, enhanced by colorful graphics and a unique ska soundtrack that creates an inviting vibe. However, this appealing atmosphere struggles to compensate for the game's janky and frustrating handling mechanics, which detract from the overall experience. Despite its charm, players find that the atmosphere alone cannot sustain enjoyment beyond the initial hours of gameplay.
- “If you miss the wacky physics and colorful atmosphere of older arcade racing games, this one is a must-play!”
- “The game produces an inviting, pick up and play, arcade atmosphere through its graphics, menus, and music.”
- “The music also does a great job building upon the atmosphere due to a somewhat unique choice in ska.”
- “As much as I love the atmosphere, vibes, and concept, I've never played a game that felt so janky and so frustrating to play at a decent level.”
optimization
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The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it offers deep mechanics for time optimization through drift boosting and strategic speed management, players report significant stuttering issues when loading online player ghosts, affecting performance on both high-end PCs and handheld devices. Despite these technical drawbacks, the game is praised for its engaging arcade racing experience and the challenge it presents in mastering lap times.
- “This game is fantastic, incredible arcade racer, deceptively simple mechanics, but hella depth for time optimizations.”
- “So you always have a set of worthy opponents to challenge, and can watch their performance to learn new tricks to gain a few seconds or hundred milliseconds at a time.”
- “There is intense stuttering when the game loads in player ghosts online; it happens on my main PC and my Steam Deck.”
- “It's bizarre drift boosting mechanics give you a lot of opportunities for clever optimizations - how long to spend drifting vs using your bonus speed, finding opportunities to do little cutback yellow drifts to keep up your combo going, and figuring out what parts of the track you can afford to be going max speed during.”
- “This game is fantastic, incredible arcade racer, deceptively simple mechanics, but has a lot of depth for time optimizations.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a mix of frustration and humor, as players experience the absurdity of the physics engine that punishes even the slightest mistakes with exaggerated consequences. This leads to a blend of hilarious fails and intense moments, creating a rollercoaster of emotions during gameplay.
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, but players have reported significant bugs when attempting to achieve higher scores, indicating that the game struggles with increased speed and complexity.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
- “Don't try for a higher score, as the game at that point gets very buggy (for me at least); it can't handle that type of speed.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect is positively received, with users appreciating the well-designed elements that include promotional posters for other indie games, enhancing the overall aesthetic experience.

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3h Median play time

5h Average play time

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