Race Arcade

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Race Arcade is a single player and multiplayer arcade racing game. It was developed by Iceflake Studios and was released on April 5, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Race Arcade" is a top-down racing game with a retro feel and smooth gameplay, offering a wide selection of 60 diverse vehicles with distinct handling models. The game features extremely balanced gameplay, ensuring all vehicles remain competitive against each other. Its polished controls and car handling provide a high-quality racing experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 53 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features a variety of visually appealing racetracks set in different biomes, providing a colorful and engaging racing experience.
The handling of different vehicles adds depth to the gameplay, allowing players to adapt their driving style to each car's unique characteristics.
The track editor offers creative potential for players to design their own tracks, enhancing replayability and customization.

Car handling is often criticized as poor, with many players experiencing issues with cars sliding off tracks and difficulty in turning.
The online multiplayer mode is largely inactive, making it difficult to find other players to race against, which diminishes the game's competitive aspect.
The AI is frequently described as weak and unchallenging, leading to a lack of excitement in single-player modes.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are a mixed bag, featuring nostalgic retro pixel art that appeals to some players, while others criticize the quality and collision models as inconsistent. Overall, the visuals are described as bright and well-produced, with improved physics and responsive controls, though some feel the game doesn't stand out enough to justify its price given the competition.
- “On the plus side are nice old school graphics (if you like that sort of thing), car handling, lots of tracks, and a track editor.”
- “Maybe it's not worth $12, given there are so many great games available, but still, it plays well, has nice bright graphics and good production values.”
- “Graphically, race online looks good and the controls are responsive whether you use the keyboard or a game pad.”
- “Lazy retro pixel graphics and flimsy/missing controls also contribute to the mess.”
- “Also seems that track obstacles or car's collision model isn't quite what the graphics show.”
- “Or maybe developers have played Turbo Sliders as the graphics and some of the tracks look similar.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally smooth and enjoyable, offering a fun and addictive experience reminiscent of classic arcade racing games, with well-designed tracks and a modern presentation. However, some users report issues with online play, including lag and optimization problems, which detract from the overall experience. While the game has potential, it lacks depth and may not satisfy those seeking gameplay similar to more established titles in the genre.
- “Well, basically a good little 2D arcade racing game with good gameplay and lots of potential.”
- “Race online has the feel of these old racers, but with a modern, professional feel to the gameplay and presentation.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it is fun and addictive.”
- “The game was mostly finished, but it seems to have been dumped onto Steam with a few missing options and next to no testing for some aspects of the game, with reports of the online gameplay being laggy and unoptimized to the point of being unplayable.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game shows great potential and is enjoyable, players report significant performance issues, including frequent stuttering that severely hampers gameplay, leading some to seek refunds.
- “The game is fun and has loads of potential; however, performance is not optimized, and there is a stutter every second that makes playing and enjoying the game impossible. I have requested a refund.”
- “Despite its interesting concept, the optimization is severely lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and an overall frustrating experience.”
- “I really wanted to enjoy this game, but the poor optimization results in constant lag and crashes, making it unplayable.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players finding it ineffective or forced, while others feel that negative reviews may not accurately represent the game's current comedic quality. Overall, opinions on the humor vary significantly among users.
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever writing that keeps you chuckling throughout your adventure.”
- “I love how the game blends absurdity with wit, making even the most mundane tasks feel entertaining.”
- “The characters are hilarious, and their interactions are filled with witty banter that never gets old.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding for new cars and upgrades to be an artificial and tedious experience, detracting from overall enjoyment.
- “The grinding aspect of acquiring new cars and upgrading their parts feels artificial.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel tedious and unengaging.”
- “I found the grinding for resources to be overly time-consuming and not rewarding.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features an upbeat soundtrack that effectively enhances the racing experience, with a variety of energetic tunes that set the right mood.
- “The soundtrack gets you in the mood for racing with a great selection of uptempo tunes.”