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.
Reviews
- Great gameplay and physics, providing a realistic racing experience.
- Runs well on both modern and older systems, making it accessible to a wide range of players.
- Active modding community that enhances the game with additional content and tracks.
- Graphics are dated compared to modern racing games, which may deter some players.
- Lack of official online servers and multiplayer functionality limits competitive play.
- AI can be inconsistent, sometimes leading to frustrating racing experiences.
- graphics111 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of this game, released in 2007, are generally considered dated but still hold up reasonably well for its age, with many players appreciating the aesthetic and performance on lower-end hardware. While some reviews note that the visuals may not meet modern standards, they emphasize that the gameplay and physics compensate for any graphical shortcomings, making it a worthwhile experience for racing simulation fans. Overall, the graphics are described as decent, especially when considering the game's age, and can be enhanced through mods and settings adjustments.
“Don't let dated graphics fool you because many 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“The graphics are outdated and mediocre.”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.”
- gameplay24 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this racing simulator is highly praised for its engaging mechanics and realistic driving experience, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated racing fans. Despite its age, the game offers smooth performance on modern hardware and a solid single-player experience with a variety of cars and tracks. While the graphics may not match contemporary standards, the overall gameplay is considered fun and rewarding, striking a good balance between realism and enjoyment.
“I would recommend this if you want a sim racing game with good gameplay and low requirements.”
“So, in conclusion, the singleplayer in 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, and great gameplay (singleplayer and multiplayer!)... really good balance between realism and enjoyment from gameplay!”
“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'm not talking about gameplay, which I haven't seen yet, but about the effort it takes to launch this game...”
“I would call myself an average racing fanatic, and I have to say that the gameplay is hard, but realistic.”
- optimization7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is highly praised, with users reporting negligible performance impact and smooth operation even on older hardware. Most players experience no stuttering or lag, and the game runs well across a variety of systems, earning a strong optimization rating of 9/10.
“Well optimized, I've never suffered any stutter or lag whatsoever.”
“CPU + GPU optimization = 9/10”
“Performance impact is negligible.”
“No performance impact at all.”
“All included sims will run in full detail on any old rig or laptop (with GemFX + DashPanel), so you don't have to worry about poor performance on your potato.”
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a significant story, with players primarily focused on personal challenges rather than narrative elements. While some acknowledge dated graphics due to hardware limitations, the emphasis remains on gameplay over storytelling.
“The story is incredibly engaging and keeps you hooked from start to finish.”
“The character development is rich and adds depth to the overall narrative.”
“The plot twists are unexpected and make for a thrilling experience.”
“No story.”
“No story.”
“Yes, the graphics are a bit dated, but that's only because of the hardware limitations they had at the time. As they say, 'playing a game just for the graphics is like watching a porno for its storyline.'”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a "second life." Additionally, frustrations with controls, complicated settings, and challenging AI contribute to a less enjoyable grinding experience.
“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 to deal with. If I had a cent for every first corner accident...”
“The AI opponents are mentally challenged.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is highly customizable, allowing players to add their own menu music, which enhances the overall experience and personal connection to the game.
“The ability to add your own menu music is a fantastic feature!”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The music selection is diverse and keeps the energy high throughout the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly on older hardware, ensuring a smooth experience for users with less powerful systems.
“It runs great on older hardware.”
“The game maintains a smooth frame rate even during intense action sequences.”
“I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs, which is impressive.”
