- March 8, 2023
- Patricio Marin
Pretend Cars Racing
69%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
100% User Score 20 reviews
Platforms
About
"Pretend Cars Racing" is a retro-style top-down racer with a balance of arcade and simulation driving. Compete against AI, friends in split-screen or remote play, or chase your own ghost in hot-lap mode. Featuring 6 car classes and 30 real-world inspired tracks, this game promises diverse and challenging races, and runs well on Steam Deck.






Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews
gameplay3 negative mentions
- The game offers a nostalgic arcade racing experience reminiscent of classic titles like Micromachines, with engaging gameplay and a variety of content.
- Controls, physics, and AI are well-executed, providing a fun and challenging racing experience that rewards practice and skill.
- The developer is actively updating the game, adding new cars and modes regularly, which keeps the game feeling fresh and alive.
- The game lacks customization options, such as control mapping, which can hinder the overall experience for players with different preferences.
- The physics model can be unusual and takes time to get used to, with issues like heavy understeering and oversteering that may frustrate new players.
- Sound effects are subpar, with repetitive car sounds and a lack of feedback on driving dynamics, which detracts from the immersive experience.
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe gameplay is characterized as a great top-down racing experience that requires some initial adjustment, but ultimately becomes very satisfying. Players appreciate the abundance of content, with ongoing updates from the developers enhancing the experience.
“Great top-down racing game. At first, it takes a little getting used to the gameplay, but after a few painful initial minutes, it becomes very satisfying. There is plenty of content, and the developers have been adding more.”
“The gameplay takes a little getting used to at first, but after some painful initial minutes, it becomes very satisfying.”
“The gameplay can be frustrating initially, but it eventually becomes enjoyable after overcoming the early challenges.”
“While the game has plenty of content, the gameplay experience can be quite painful in the beginning.”