Pure Rock Crawling

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 797 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • story
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Pure Rock Crawling is a game build around the concept of making the best tire and the best suspension simulation. The main goal was to create a slow, immersive ride throughout rocky trails, forest hills and flat deserts. That kind of ride is the best way to admire beauty of rock crawling.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 797 reviews
graphics45 positive mentions
stability8 negative mentions
  • The game features excellent physics and realistic vehicle handling, making it a great choice for rock crawling enthusiasts.
  • Regular updates from the developer show commitment to improving the game and adding new content.
  • The game offers a fun and challenging experience with various maps and customization options for vehicles.
  • Currently, the game lacks sufficient content, with only a few vehicles and maps available, leading to repetitive gameplay.
  • The controller support is limited, with issues in mapping controls and a lack of manual transmission options.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, such as the hitboxes for cones, can be frustrating and lead to unfair penalties during challenges.
  • graphics68 mentions

    Overall, the graphics in the game are widely praised for their realism and detail, with many users highlighting the impressive vehicle models, environmental textures, and smooth performance. While some reviews mention areas for improvement, such as physics and minor graphical adjustments, the consensus is that the visuals are a strong point of the game, contributing to an immersive rock crawling experience. Frequent updates and optimizations have further enhanced the graphical quality, making it visually appealing to players.

    • “Graphically it looks great, the vehicle models are detailed, tire deformation is fantastic, and the environment textures and level designs are both phenomenal!”
    • “The physics and graphics are very realistic.”
    • “This game has a great physics engine, great graphics, and runs very smoothly.”
    • “I expected more from a game that has been in development for 4 years now, controls are not smooth, graphics are questionable and the physics are totally unrealistic.”
    • “The physics are off, the graphics aren't great (c+), wheel support is trash.”
    • “The graphics looked like I was playing in a Toy Story movie.”
  • gameplay42 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its solid mechanics, realistic physics, and enjoyable rock crawling experience, though some players find it repetitive and lacking in challenge after a few hours. While the graphics and vehicle handling are well-received, there are calls for additional features such as mechanical damage, mud mechanics, and more diverse maps to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the game shows potential but needs further development to fully realize its capabilities.

    • “Great graphics, great mechanics and a great challenge!”
    • “It's something I should have done a long time ago, the core gameplay is solid, and trying to complete courses without hitting any cones is a great, and addictive, challenge.”
    • “Life-like physics, great sounds, lots of attention to detail when it comes to vehicle accuracy, cool vehicle upgrades and rewarding gameplay.”
    • “There is not a lot of gameplay and it gets repetitive after a little bit.”
    • “Gameplay is very simplistic in its current form.”
    • “That's my only complaint, I beat the trails twice over in 3 hours of gameplay.”
  • story15 mentions

    The reviews indicate a significant lack of story in the game, with many players expressing a desire for a more structured narrative or progression system, such as missions or championships. While the gameplay is appreciated for its mechanics, the absence of a compelling storyline or utility missions detracts from the overall experience, leaving players feeling that the game lacks depth.

    • “The game is cool, I think it needs a storyline or a way to build a truck.”
    • “Nice game, but put a storyline, put championships, put AI opponents.”
    • “Story mode would be fun if you could start with a smaller truck and have to build your way up and have more vehicles.”
    • “No story, not much progression.”
    • “You play the game to drive over some rocks and not for progress in a story mode, career, or competitions.”
    • “Many games now complicate a simple story to make it look fancy.”
  • optimization12 mentions

    The optimization of the game receives mixed reviews; while some players praise its stability, graphics, and detailed car physics, others criticize the steering wheel support and overall performance, noting issues like stuttering and lack of torque feedback. There are calls for improvements in vehicle damage effects and a more in-depth mod system to enhance the experience further. Overall, the game shows potential but requires better optimization for a smoother gameplay experience.

    • “Awesome game, great graphics and very optimized, stable and clean, sound is great and the possibilities are exciting!”
    • “Really good physics for suspensions and tires, cars get damaged quite nicely when you hit something, very well optimized, detailed cars.”
    • “It has come major strides in physics and graphics performance as well as the new menus are amazing.”
    • “Not very optimized for steering wheels either.”
    • “It would kill your wheel (mine Logitech G29); the FFB settings are so high that even when I set it to the lowest setting, it keeps stuttering and is hard to control.”
    • “Terrible optimization.”
  • stability8 mentions

    The game's stability is notably problematic, with users reporting various glitches such as UI issues, control mapping frustrations, and game freezes when connecting or disconnecting controllers. While the reset option has been praised for addressing some issues, many players still experience significant bugs that hinder gameplay, leading to a generally unsatisfactory experience. Overall, the current beta version is described as "crusty" and in need of substantial improvements.

    • “Oops, can't use that menu; the menu glitches back to the first tab if you try and do anything.”
    • “The current beta of the game is crusty, buggy, and leaves a lot to be desired.”
    • “If you plug or unplug a controller, it freezes the game.”
  • emotional5 mentions

    Players express a mix of frustration and appreciation regarding the emotional aspect of the game, highlighting the mental strain caused by inconsistent hitboxes that penalize careful driving. While the technical challenges of rock crawling are engaging, the occasional unfair penalties can detract from the overall experience, leading to a taxing emotional response. Despite these issues, many remain optimistic about the game's potential as it continues to develop in early access.

    • “While I find myself appreciating the need to drive extremely carefully, as that's the nature of rock crawling, getting that red 'X' on a rock and literally not even touching the cone is absolutely taxing on the mental state.”
    • “It gets close (very close) but it isn't touching.”
    • “This was frustrating, but hey... it's still early access, and the gameplay is great overall.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players note that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, primarily focused on earning credits for vehicle upgrades. However, the ability to customize vehicles without incurring costs for basic parts alleviates some of the grind. Additionally, suggestions for a map editor to create custom challenges could further reduce the grindy feel of the gameplay.

    • “It seems the main part of the game should be working hard/grinding trails to be able to afford that next great improvement to your crawler!”
    • “Some sort of map editor there you can place your own gates/cones on existing maps, so that the game does not feel as grindy as it currently does.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    Players highlight the game’s significant replay value, indicating that while it has potential, it requires further polishing to enhance overall playability.

    • “Lots of replay value.”
    • “Lots of replay value.”
    • “Well, I really need this game to be polished and more playable in the near future.”
    • “5/15 game time / replayability”
  • music2 mentions

    The music aspect of the game is minimal, with no in-game soundtrack or licensed tracks, leading players to rely on external lo-fi music while playing. This lack of musical content may detract from the overall experience for some users.

    • “I pop on some lo-fi music and just drive the runs over and over, trying different vehicles on different lines.”
    • “Not much vehicle customization; no licensing, no music in the game at all.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers appreciate the inclusion of dynamic environmental elements, such as water, mud, and varying atmospheric conditions like rain or heat, which enhance the immersive quality and realism of the game's atmosphere.

    • “What I like to see are elements such as water and mud, along with atmospheric conditions like rain or extreme heat, that change the characteristics of a course.”
    • “The atmosphere in this game is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the environment.”
    • “The dynamic weather effects really enhance the atmosphere, creating a unique experience every time you play.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is highly praised, with players finding it exceptionally fun, especially in multiplayer mode. The comedic elements shine through in the chaotic interactions and mishaps that occur while playing with friends, making it an enjoyable experience. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's appeal and is expected to improve as the game evolves.

    • “Awesome and will definitely get better in time. What is there is done exceptionally, and overall it is lots of fun by yourself or with a couple of mates. It's a great time to buy as multiplayer has just been added, and while in its infancy, it works and it's hilarious crawling and crashing with mates.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Reviewers appreciate the game's monetization approach, noting it avoids the pitfalls of becoming a cash grab, which is common in the industry. This commitment to quality and potential development is seen as a refreshing change.

    • “I appreciate that in this world of developers who start something with potential but give up, this game feels like a cash grab.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
    • “It's frustrating to see a game that could be great reduced to a series of paywalls and microtransactions.”
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Play time

6hMedian play time
8hAverage play time
4-14hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

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