Pressure
- February 2, 2013
- Chasing Carrots
- 4h median play time
"Pressure" is a fast-paced racing game that combines arcade shoot'em up elements in a steampunk world. Players can race solo or in multiplayer mode, with up to 2 players in co-op mode. The game features stunning visuals, humorous characters, and an engaging storyline where Morgan must uncover the mystery behind the vanished river. With intense action and exciting gameplay, "Pressure" promises endless fun and excitement.
PC
Reviews
- Fun and chaotic gameplay, especially enjoyable in local co-op mode.
- Colorful graphics and humorous storyline add charm to the experience.
- Great for casual gaming sessions, providing mindless fun and a variety of upgrades.
- Controls can be clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- Repetitive gameplay with little incentive to replay levels or explore further.
- Multiplayer connectivity issues and lack of depth in mechanics diminish overall enjoyment.
- gameplay39 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is characterized by smooth mechanics and enjoyable visuals, but it suffers from repetitiveness and a lack of challenge, even at higher difficulty levels. While some players appreciate the fast-paced, arcade-like experience and customization options, many find the gameplay too simplistic and unengaging for long-term play. The pressure system can be unforgiving, leading to frustration rather than excitement, which diminishes replayability.
“Beautiful graphics, fun gameplay, a nice soundtrack, and a weapons upgrade shop to keep you coming back for more.”
“Good controls and solid gameplay with great boss fights.”
“The gameplay is a cross between a racer and shoot 'em up where you control a steam-powered buggy and have to contend with a variety of enemies as you try to make it to the finish line without running out of steam.”
“While the game is mechanically fine, I feel like it has no challenge even at the highest difficulty setting, and therefore there is very little replayability to begin with.”
“You easily run out of pressure before even the final checkpoint, and with no 'second chance' mechanic or anything, it's hard.”
“However, after playing for a few hours, the gameplay becomes quite repetitive and consists of holding down the 'fire' and 'accelerate' buttons whilst occasionally firing the secondary weapons and the booster.”
- graphics24 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their colorful and beautiful design, with many reviewers noting the humorous art style and well-detailed scenarios. While some describe the visuals as decent or simple, others highlight their immersive quality, especially in later levels. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the fun and engaging gameplay experience, despite a few criticisms regarding performance and the effectiveness of graphic settings.
“Simple and fun racing shoot-'em-up game with beautiful graphics.”
“Beautiful graphics, fun gameplay, a nice soundtrack, and a weapons upgrade shop to keep you coming back for more.”
“The graphics are very nice and the scenario is well detailed.”
“The fact that actually changing the only graphics setting they do have does seemingly nothing.”
“I really hate the kind of artwork that is in this game.”
“I am not sure why this game overheats my graphics card more than COH2, for example, but that's how it is.”
- story14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered weak and simplistic, featuring a quirky and absurd premise involving a robotical ringmaster drying the planet for a spa. While some players appreciate the light humor and charm in the narrative, many agree that it lacks depth and replay value, serving primarily as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a compelling storyline. Overall, the story is seen as a humorous but ultimately trivial aspect of the game.
“There is a short story to provide a background with some cut-scenes, which are made with a light sense of humor and charm.”
“Pressure has a rather funny, but very simple story.”
“The story is funny and the gameplay very easy...”
“The story was pathetically weak and most of the upgrades don't do anything helpful.”
“You have to defeat a fat robotic ringmaster who is drying the planet to build his own spa... this is the most random storyline ever.”
“I have also found the main story quite ridiculous as well as the rumor.”
- humor14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is widely praised for its colorful graphics and humorous characters, making it enjoyable for players of all ages. Reviewers highlight the funny jokes, amusing gameplay mechanics, and the charm of co-op play, with some noting that quirky bugs add to the comedic experience. Overall, the humor is seen as a strong point, enhancing the game's appeal and providing a lighthearted atmosphere.
“Very funny 'cars + shooting + upgrades' game, worth playing with a friend!”
“Extremely funny to play with friends in co-op mode on a big screen TV.”
“The presentation is lovely and the couple of cutscenes are humorous.”
- music12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising its catchy and funky soundtrack that enhances the overall charm and fun of the gameplay. While some find the music overly cheerful or annoying, the majority appreciate its composition and how it complements the light-hearted, cartoony atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack stands out as a highlight, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
“Beautiful graphics, fun gameplay, a nice soundtrack and a weapons upgrade shop to keep you coming back for more.”
“It's a light-hearted, casual little game that will allow you to spend some time going around driving like a maniac and shooting aimlessly, making things explode, having jumps over lava pits, and the such. The best part of this game, for me, is the music.”
“Despite the complaints, the soundtrack is funky and well composed, gameplay is solid and works for you more than it works for your enemies, difficulty is a bit wonky here and there, and, again, the game's full of charm and fun as a cartoony game should be.”
“Is it the obnoxiously cheerful music?”
“I found the music really annoying, but it's still bearable.”
“Its only redeeming feature in my opinion is the soundtrack, which I quite liked.”
- stability7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is mixed, with players noting occasional bugs and issues, particularly in co-op mode. While the gameplay can be enjoyable, some users experience repetitive elements and difficulty spikes that may hinder progress, especially without adequate upgrades for the buggy. Overall, the game requires players to manage resources carefully to maintain performance and avoid getting stuck.
“Pretty fun but can be a little repetitive or stuck on a level (lack of good equipment, especially the buggy).”
“Co-op mode that I didn't try (I hear it is a little buggy).”
“The gameplay is a cross between a racer and shoot 'em up where you control a steam-powered buggy and have to contend with a variety of enemies as you try to make it to the finish line without running out of steam... literally, if you dordle or allow one too many enemies to escape, you'll not have enough pressure to keep your buggy going and grind to a halt.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Overall, the game has limited replayability, with players noting a lack of challenge even at the highest difficulty settings. While some may find enjoyment in attempting to achieve better scores in freeplay mode, the general consensus is that once the story is completed, there is little incentive to revisit the game.
“It's a fun, destructive experience, but the real replay value lies in trying to achieve the best score in freeplay mode.”
“I managed to beat it pretty quickly, but I found there isn't much replayability.”
“While the game is mechanically fine, I feel like it has no challenge even at the highest difficulty setting, and therefore there is very little replayability to begin with.”
“Fun game, completed the whole story but no replay value.”
“I might go back and try to get a better score on previous levels, but in all honesty, the game has little to no replayability.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding in the game to be a minor con, noting that while it involves repetition, it never becomes tedious or overly annoying.
“The grinding feels endless and becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
“I found myself doing the same tasks over and over, which made the experience feel monotonous.”
“The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is highly optimized for local co-op play, seamlessly recognizing additional players and ensuring smooth controller functionality, resulting in an enjoyable multiplayer experience.
“The game is well optimized for local co-op, automatically recognizing when another player connects. Controls work seamlessly with handheld controllers, making for a fantastic co-op experience!”
“The optimization is impressive; the game runs smoothly even with multiple players on the same PC, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the experience without any control issues.”
“I was pleasantly surprised by how well the game handles multiple controllers. The optimization allows for a fluid and enjoyable co-op gameplay without any hiccups.”
