Pretend Cars Racing
- March 8, 2023
- Patricio Marin
Get on Steam"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.
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and nostalgic arcade racing experience reminiscent of classic titles like Micromachines and Super Sprints.
- Controls, physics, and AI are well-executed, providing a satisfying challenge as players progress through the races.
- The developer actively updates the game with new content, keeping the experience fresh and engaging for players.
- The game lacks customization options, such as control mapping, which can hinder the overall experience.
- There are no dynamic elements like weather or time of day, making the gameplay feel somewhat static.
- The physics model can be unusual and difficult to master, leading to frustration for new players.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The 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 feels clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to control my character.”
“I found the mechanics to be overly complicated, which detracted from the overall experience.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is off, leading to long stretches of boredom between action.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been praised for their stunning visuals, featuring detailed environments and character designs that enhance the overall immersive experience. Many users highlight the vibrant color palette and smooth animations, contributing to a visually appealing presentation. However, some players noted occasional performance issues that can detract from the graphical experience.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers find the trackside ads entertaining, adding a humorous touch to the game's monetization strategy.
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The reviewer chose to play the game with the music turned off and therefore can only provide feedback on the sound effects, indicating a lack of engagement with the musical aspect.
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel dull after a short time.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
“The background music doesn't match the game's tone, leading to a disjointed atmosphere.”
