Race.a.bit
- March 10, 2016
- Aesir Interactive
Get on SteamA retro racing on crazy tracks - completely in the style of 8 and 16-bit classics. Enjoy the reinterpretation of old-school gameplay in combination with perfect controls and driving beats!
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Reviews
- The level editor is a standout feature, allowing players to create and share their own tracks, adding significant replayability.
- The game captures a nostalgic retro feel with its simple controls and gameplay reminiscent of classic top-down racers.
- Many players find the game fun in short bursts, especially when competing for high scores on leaderboards.
- The graphics and audio quality are often criticized as being subpar, even for a retro-style game.
- Gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with many tracks feeling similar and lacking variety.
- The user interface and controls are described as clunky and unintuitive, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- music14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the chiptune soundtrack as fantastic and enjoyable, while others find it average or even annoying at times. Although there are comments about the quality being decent, several users note a lack of variety in the tracks. Overall, the music is a highlight for some, but not universally appreciated.
“One thing that truly shines in this game, and that is the music.”
“The OST is very nice, and made me stay a little longer, if only just to jam to some music.”
“+ fantastic chiptune soundtrack”
“Music is the worst thing they could find in a stock library.”
“Not enough music tracks.”
“Soundtracks can be a bit annoying.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it bland and unintuitive, while others appreciate its fun mechanics like drifting and the creative potential of the track editor. Although the controls are described as responsive, issues such as janky physics and imbalanced racing elements detract from the overall experience. Overall, while there are enjoyable aspects, many players feel the gameplay lacks polish and excitement.
“Gameplay: simple to use, but hard to master precision steer tapping (if you know how to steer tapping).”
“It has a bunch of fun mechanics to make your levels unique: personally, I love the drifting, especially on ice.”
“The gameplay is solid and the controls responsive.”
“Gameplay is bland, boring, and unintuitive.”
“Terrible, boring gameplay.”
“Controls are janky, gameplay isn't fun, and even if it was, the graphics and audio, being so bad, are just too discouraging.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 64 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as poorly executed retro visuals that detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the nostalgic charm of the 80s-inspired design, the majority find the graphics to be bland, unappealing, and reminiscent of low-quality pixel art. Overall, the consensus is that the graphics significantly hinder the game's enjoyment.
“The retro inspired graphics are really fun and easy on the eyes.”
“The controls are very responsive, and the graphics represent well the 80’s era.”
“The retro graphics have a bit of charm to the overall feel.”
“The retro graphics are an eyesore for many, and the AI is pretty inconsistent; yet there is a bit of charm to the overall feel.”
“Horrible graphics, even for an 8-bit game; that's no excuse for it to look like bland, boring garbage.”
“The graphics are terrible retro 2D pixel art because the developers couldn't afford an artist.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly in the farming levels, but appreciate the creative potential offered by the editor, allowing them to design their own tracks within the game's mechanics.
“I don't like the grinding levels, so I made an actual one.”
“Although the editor is pretty tedious to use, you can really unleash your creativity and make whatever track you dream of within the mechanics of the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs that affect gameplay.
“On top of that, the game is very buggy.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally straightforward, allowing players to achieve gold medals with relative ease, though some levels can be confusing. The car unlocking system is tied to achievements, but the performance remains static, limiting variety. Additionally, the track editor is criticized for its lack of flexibility and community engagement, which may hinder creative course design.
“The official levels range from very easy to somewhat confusing at times, but I found them all manageable enough to earn a gold medal. Even if you struggle, the ghost cars can help you improve your time. The car unlocking system is based on the achievements you have in progress, although the car's performance remains static with a base speed of 229 km/h (142.3 mph).”
“The track editor has its limitations, lacking diagonal straights and only offering one background that can be color-changed. If you want to recreate a course with a different background, you'll have to work with the main one in a specific color. Unfortunately, the game's community isn't very active, which can be frustrating for those seeking to create courses.”
“The car unlocking system is based on how many achievements you have in progress, but the car's performance doesn't change since its base speed is set to 229 km/h (142.3 mph).”
“The track editor might not be the best since it's very limited, lacking diagonal straights and only one background that can be changed in color. If you want to recreate something with a different background than you envisioned, you have to use the main one with a specific color.”
“The official levels can range from very easy to confusing at times, but all of them were easy enough for me to get a gold medal on. However, the bronze medal system is honestly dumb.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The in-game racetrack editor fosters creativity through pixel art, allowing players to craft unique and personalized atmospheres for their creations. This feature enhances the overall experience by adding a distinct visual flair to each racetrack.
“The in-game racetrack editor encourages pixel art, which helps to create a unique atmosphere for each of our creations.”
“The immersive sound design and stunning visuals truly transport you into another world.”
“The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie environments, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect is criticized for not meeting expectations, as the product often looks different from advertisements; however, despite this discrepancy, users still find the experience enjoyable enough to return.
