Pumped BMX+

As stunt games go, Pumped BMX+ is solid fun if a little light on variety. There's enough challenge here to keep you busy for a while, but it doesn't compare to the likes of Trials or Olli Olli in terms of addictive thrills.

71%Game Brain Score

music, graphics

replayability, stability

84% User Score Based on 109 reviews

Critic Score 59%Based on 9 reviews

Platforms

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About

Pumped BMX+ is an exhilarating arcade BMX game with trick-filled challenges, pulling off stunts and combos across 4 distinct environments. Its enhanced control system allows for keyboard or controller play, while attempting over 500 challenges to climb the leaderboards. Master the skills, perform spectacular tricks, and race against time for the ultimate BMX experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 118 reviews

music7 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Pumped BMX + offers a nostalgic experience with its blend of modern gameplay and '80s BMX culture, featuring a variety of tracks and satisfying trick mechanics.
The game has a great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and complements the gameplay well.
It's easy to pick up and play, making it a fun and addictive time-killer for both casual and hardcore gamers.

The game suffers from frustrating controls, especially when using a keyboard, and lacks the ability to customize key bindings.
Many players experience issues with progress resetting, which can lead to significant frustration after completing levels.
The difficulty curve can be steep, with some jumps and challenges feeling overly punishing, making it less enjoyable for some players.

music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
29%
21%
The music in the game is widely praised for its epic and enjoyable soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the gameplay well. However, some users noted a limited song selection, expressing a desire for more variety despite the quality of the tracks. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Very very epic and it has a great soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is great too, it goes really well with the game.”
- “Definitely an amazing soundtrack though.”
- “1) The song list has decent songs, but there are only about 4 tracks; it would be nice to have some more.”
- “[The game lacks new game modes unique to this version, challenges don’t push many boundaries, and the repetitive music is a downside.]”
- “The music is repetitive.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
27%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their nice environments, neat art style, and smooth performance, particularly on PC where they are enhanced. Players appreciate the fun cartoon-style visuals that are not overly childish, as well as the clean artwork and effective animations. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gaming experience, complementing the engaging gameplay and soundtrack.
- “Nice graphics and environments, with a great soundtrack!”
- “The graphics and the animation were awesome.”
- “Numerous levels to complete, a long list of tricks and combos, and fun cartoon-style graphics.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The gameplay in Pumped BMX is praised for its smooth mechanics and engaging level design, effectively combining modern elements with the nostalgic feel of '80s BMX. Players appreciate the focus on momentum and the reliable controls, which contribute to a satisfying experience, though some desire more variation and multiplayer options. Overall, it is regarded as one of the best BMX games available, offering plenty of challenges to keep players engaged.
- “Pumped BMX flawlessly blends modern gameplay with the freewheeling spirit of '80s BMX.”
- “Overall smooth gameplay that scratches the BMX itch.”
- “The gameplay is all about momentum, instead of weird puzzle-like platforming.”
- “Despite the amount of gameplay addicted players will get out of it, a little more variation and the inclusion of any sort of multiplayer play would be appreciated.”
- “The controls are tight and work well, but there could be more challenges to keep players occupied.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a campaign that lasts about 10 hours, with additional replayability enhanced by online leaderboards, encouraging players to improve their scores and compete with others.
- “The game's campaign can be completed in roughly 10 hours (depending on how good you are at these types of games) and provides plenty more replayability through online leaderboards.”
- “The game's campaign can be completed in roughly 10 hours, and while it offers online leaderboards, the overall replayability feels limited.”
- “After finishing the campaign, I found little incentive to replay the game, as the content doesn't change significantly.”
- “Once you've experienced the story, there's not much left to draw you back for a second playthrough.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game's humor to be exceptionally entertaining, often resulting in a joyful experience.
- “This game is so funny that it makes you happy!”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, keeping me laughing throughout!”
- “I love how the game blends clever jokes with hilarious situations!”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report stability issues, particularly noting glitches that prevent movement past certain ramps, which can hinder gameplay.
- “The ramp glitches you so you can't move past it.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops during gameplay.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Pumped BMX+ is noted for its effective monetization strategy, serving as a strong example of how mobile games can successfully transition to console platforms like Xbox One.