RACE 07
- October 14, 2007
- SimBin
- 4h median play time
Get on Steam"RACE 07" is a racing simulation game that features official cars and tracks from various touring car series. Experience realistic physics, adjustable car settings, and a range of game modes including career, multiplayer, and time trials. Compete in races with dynamic weather conditions and day-night cycles for added realism.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Great value for money with a lot of content and expansion packs available.
- Excellent physics and handling, providing a realistic racing experience.
- Active modding community that enhances the game with new tracks and cars.
- Graphics are dated and may not appeal to players looking for modern visuals.
- No longer has official online servers, limiting multiplayer options.
- AI can be inconsistent, sometimes leading to frustrating racing experiences.
- graphics224 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of this 2007 racing simulator are generally considered dated but still acceptable for its age, with many players noting that they hold up reasonably well, especially on max settings. While some reviews highlight the graphics as mediocre or outdated, others appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic and the game's ability to run smoothly on lower-end hardware. Overall, the visuals may not be cutting-edge, but they do not detract significantly from the enjoyable gameplay experience.
“Don't let dated graphics fool you because many of the eye candy projects and others like them won't give you a higher level of sim feeling at this price point than this game does, and I must say even today car models look pretty darn good.”
“On max graphics, the game looks amazing and stays at 60fps on a terrible integrated graphics laptop.”
“For a 2007 game, the graphics are fantastic; any computer will be able to run the game on max settings.”
“The graphics are outdated and mediocre.”
“The graphics are very dated by now, and no mod seems to freshen them up properly.”
“The graphics are poor even for 2007 standards.”
- gameplay48 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this racing simulator is highly praised for its realism and engaging mechanics, making it a standout experience even for a game released in 2007. Players appreciate the balance between fun and realism, with many noting the game's ability to run smoothly on low-end hardware while offering a variety of cars and tracks. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a solid sim racing experience, despite its dated graphics.
“So, in conclusion, the singleplayer on this game is simply fantastic, featuring great cars, which all feel well programmed and very nice to drive, good graphics (at least, for 2007) and great gameplay.”
“This game really rocked my 'racing-sim' world!!!... great graphics (equal to Gran Turismo on the PlayStation 2), great sound, great gameplay (singleplayer and multiplayer!).... really good balance between realism and joy from gameplay!”
“For people who like 'real' racing, the gameplay is great.”
“I think this is what the Project Cars games were based off of; a lot of the options and mechanics seem similar, but Project Cars totally screwed up the controls and handling somehow.”
“I don't know what they were thinking, but it can't have been related to gameplay.”
“I would call myself an average racing fanatic and I have to say that the gameplay is hard, but realistic.”
- optimization15 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is highly praised, with users reporting negligible performance impact and smooth gameplay even on older hardware. Most included simulations run well in full detail, although some specific tracks, like Porto, may require further polish in terms of effects and graphics. The general consensus is that the game is well-optimized, with a CPU and GPU optimization rating of 9/10.
“Well optimized, I've never suffered any stutter or lag whatsoever.”
“CPU + GPU optimization = 9/10”
“[Porto track is poorly optimized; effects and graphics could still be better and need a little more polish.]”
“Performance impact is negligible.”
“No performance impact at all.”
- story12 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a significant story, with players primarily focused on personal achievement rather than narrative. The emphasis is on gameplay mechanics over storytelling, suggesting that the experience is more about self-competition than engaging with a plot.
“No story.”
“No story.”
“No story.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a "second life." Additionally, frustrations with controls, complicated settings, and challenging online interactions contribute to the overall negative experience associated with grinding.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“To start off with, there are lots of annoying things. The control setup is tedious (but it works), the settings are sometimes overly complicated, and people online can be difficult (if I had a cent for every first corner accident...).”
“The AI opponents are mentally challenged.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the ability to customize their experience by adding their own menu music, enhancing personal engagement with the game.
“And you can even add your own menu music.”
- stability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly on older hardware, with users consistently reporting smooth performance.
“It runs great on older hardware.”
