Planes

81%
Game Brain Score Based on 48 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Planes is a simulation game based on the Disney animated comedy adventure movie, where players take to the skies with Dusty Crophopper and friends in split-screen local multi-player or single-player mode. The game features 10 characters from the film, 10 environments inspired by the movie, and four modes of play: Air Rallies, Story, Free Flight, and Balloon Popping fun, for 1-2 players.

  • PC
  • Windows
  • Nintendo 3ds
  • Nintendo Ds
  • Wii
  • Wii U
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Reviews

81%
Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews
graphics5 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Captivating visuals that stay true to the film's art style, making it visually appealing for players of all ages.
  • Immersive storyline that allows players to relive the exciting plot of the Disney Planes movie through various levels and challenges.
  • Accessible controls and varied gameplay, including flying missions and racing events, making it suitable for younger audiences and casual gamers.
  • Repetitive objectives and limited depth in gameplay can lead to a lack of excitement and a short-lived experience.
  • Technical issues such as occasional frame rate drops and glitches can disrupt the smoothness of gameplay.
  • Lack of online multiplayer options and limited replay value once the main storyline is completed may disappoint some players.
  • story19 mentions

    The story of Disney Planes is an immersive retelling of the movie's narrative, featuring a series of short, engaging missions that are well-suited for younger players. However, the gameplay can feel repetitive, with limited depth and replay value once the main storyline is completed, leading to a lack of long-term engagement. Overall, while the game offers a simple and accessible experience, it may not satisfy players seeking a more substantial and varied storytelling experience.

    • “The game follows the narrative of the Disney Planes movie, allowing players to relive the exciting plot as they progress through different levels and challenges.”
    • “Story mode had a decent range of tasks that linked well with each character.”
    • “Story mode is pretty neat, with other modes available.”
    • “Once players complete the main storyline and finish all missions, the game's replay value diminishes significantly.”
    • “The 'story' is more like a collection of minigames that take 5-10 minutes to complete each one, which is great for little kids, but I expected a more cohesive narrative.”
    • “The game is mostly just going from mission to mission and completing a few tasks, which makes the overall experience feel flat and unengaging.”
  • graphics12 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their colorful and vibrant visuals that align well with the film's art style, though some users note issues with blurriness and dated textures. While many appreciate the bright aesthetics and modern effects, others criticize the optimization and overall quality, leading to mixed opinions on the graphical fidelity. Overall, the visuals are seen as appealing, particularly for a younger audience, but they do have notable shortcomings.

    • “Captivating visuals: Disney Planes boasts colorful and vibrant graphics that stay true to the film's art style.”
    • “The graphics are a work of art.”
    • “Graphics look good, runs in 1080p, nice particle effects and backgrounds.”
    • “Graphics are 5/10.”
    • “Although I think it is a good kids game for its simplicity, there are flaws that make this game boring and bland, aesthetically and in design.”
  • gameplay12 mentions

    Disney Planes features varied gameplay that includes flying missions, racing events, and challenges, keeping players engaged with its accessible mechanics. However, it suffers from limited depth and repetitive objectives, which can detract from the overall experience, particularly for more seasoned gamers. While the gameplay is easy to grasp, it may feel simplistic and monotonous over time, especially for those seeking a more complex and lasting gaming experience.

    • “Disney Planes offers a mix of flying missions, racing events, and various challenges that keep players engaged and entertained.”
    • “The diversity in gameplay prevents monotony and ensures that players have something fresh to look forward to in each new level.”
    • “Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a casual player, you can quickly grasp the mechanics and start enjoying the action-packed flying sequences.”
    • “While Disney Planes offers diverse gameplay, it lacks the complexity and depth found in some other PC games.”
    • “Despite the varied gameplay, some players may notice a certain level of repetition in mission objectives, which can diminish the overall excitement and sense of accomplishment.”
    • “The gameplay always boils down to picking power-ups, picking quest items, and going through markers until you clear out the level.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users have noted that the game experiences some stability issues, including occasional frame rate drops and minor technical glitches.

    • “Some users have reported encountering technical glitches, such as occasional frame rate drops and minor bugs.”
    • “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I experienced several stability issues, including long loading times and unexpected freezes.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players note that the game's replayability is limited, as completing the main storyline and all missions significantly reduces its longevity and appeal for subsequent playthroughs.

    • “Limited longevity: once players complete the main storyline and finish all missions, the game's replay value diminishes significantly.”
    • “After finishing the game, there isn't much incentive to play again, as the experience feels repetitive and lacks new content.”
    • “The lack of diverse endings or branching paths makes replaying the game feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game received a mixed response, with a score of 6/10, indicating that the soundtrack is considered average and lacks memorable elements.

    • “The soundtrack is a 6/10; nothing really memorable.”
    • “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
    • “The background tracks are forgettable and don't enhance the gameplay experience.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization in the game is criticized for being minimal, leading to outdated and unattractive graphics and textures that detract from the overall experience.

    • “Options and optimization are pretty bare-bones, and as a result, you're stuck with very dated and unpleasant graphics and textures.”
    • “The game suffers from severe performance issues, making it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
    • “There are hardly any settings to tweak, which leaves players frustrated with the lack of customization for performance.”
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