RaceRoom Racing Experience
- February 12, 2013
- KW Studios
Get on Steam"RaceRoom Racing Experience" is a free-to-play racing simulation game on PC, featuring official race series like DTM, WTCR, and more. You can drive a selection of free race cars and tracks with unlimited wheel time, and enjoy sponsored competitions and events at no cost. Additional cars, tracks, and liveries can be purchased using in-game currency, vRP, which is bought with Steam Wallet. The game offers a premium racing experience with a variety of brands such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and more.
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Reviews
- Excellent physics and force feedback, providing a realistic driving experience.
- Outstanding sound design, with immersive audio that enhances the racing experience.
- Regular updates and new content keep the game fresh and engaging.
- The game requires an internet connection to play, limiting offline accessibility.
- Pricing for additional cars and tracks can be high, leading to a significant overall cost.
- Inconsistent AI behavior and issues with multiplayer stability can detract from the experience.
- graphics146 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered decent but dated, often compared to older titles from the PS3 era. While some players appreciate the visuals for their realism and the game's ability to run smoothly on lower-end hardware, many reviewers express a desire for a graphics update to keep pace with contemporary racing simulations. Overall, the graphics are seen as sufficient for gameplay, but they fall short of the standards set by newer racing games.
“Great graphics and physics, a forgotten racing sim that is still great today and just about to get better.”
“The graphics are solid - on par with iRacing, rFactor, and AC content, though more consistent than any of those.”
“With each and every update, this game just keeps getting better and better; RRE competes on every level with any AAA title released to date, and in my opinion, is fast becoming a work of art, graphically and technically.”
“However, this sim desperately needs a graphics update; it has PS3-era graphics.”
“The graphics themselves are mediocre at best for a contemporary driving sim.”
“While the graphics aren't the best and they still hold up pretty well after all these years, you can tell it is falling behind, especially compared to other sims that offer various weather effects.”
- optimization18 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users noting significant improvements over time, particularly in graphics and performance on mid-to-high spec PCs. However, many players express frustration with the outdated DirectX 9 engine, poor menu system, and performance issues, suggesting a need for updates to DirectX 11 or 12 for better overall experience. While some players report smooth gameplay and good performance, others highlight persistent bugs and instability that detract from the game's potential.
“For a DX9 game, RaceRoom looks pretty good and the performance is good, too.”
“The most recent update in February 2015 improved the AI and optimized the graphics.”
“It's also beautifully optimized and can run well (and still look great) on older rigs, but when you have the horsepower, crank it up for amazing visuals.”
“I am disappointed with the sim's performance, most likely due to DX9 limitations.”
“Bad optimization makes this game terrible; before updating content, they should update the game engine to DirectX 11 or 12 so people can get what they pay for.”
“This game has huge potential, but it is wasted by the horrid UI and menu, performance bugs, and unstable servers that do not allow play when they don't feel in the mood.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Raceroom is highly praised for its realistic physics, extensive configuration options, and enjoyable driving mechanics, making it comparable to top racing simulators like Assetto Corsa and iRacing. Players appreciate the variety of experiences available both online and offline, with satisfying sound design and force feedback enhancing the overall experience. While some users note a lack of depth in gameplay after extended play, the game remains accessible and enjoyable across various control methods.
“Raceroom has great physics and driving mechanics, and configuration options that are honestly some of the most extensive I have ever seen.”
“The gameplay is enjoyable and I've had fun offline and online, so there is variety.”
“Good sound, great gameplay, awesome force feedback, acceptable graphics - overall an 8/10.”
“Insufficient gameplay to consider it a game.”
“Unplayable after 40 minutes of gameplay.”
“The damage model is a bit lacking, but the overall gameplay quality overrides that.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players praise its high-quality sounds and engaging soundtrack, others criticize the inability to skip the intro music and find the volume excessively loud. Overall, the game features a solid musical backdrop, but the implementation has left some users frustrated.
“I'm also a musician, so when I heard this had the best sounds in any racing game, I jumped on it.”
“Even has a rocking soundtrack theme!”
“The game has great music and it's fantastic!”
“Installed, booted it up, it just kept cycling the intro montage/music, couldn't skip it at all, uninstalled.”
“Music is so loud.”
“- Lack of soundtrack.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is primarily based on in-app purchases, with a free base version that offers limited content, while additional packs are available for purchase. Users appreciate the absence of microtransactions and subscriptions, but some express frustration over the inability to refund in-game purchases and the requirement for a stable internet connection to access content. Overall, while the pricing for additional content is considered reasonable, the reliance on in-app purchases can be a drawback for some players.
“It is free but only comes with basic content; the rest is paid, but it is enough to try it out. More content is very reasonable, and there are no microtransactions or subscription.”
“One of the best sims, unfortunately hamstrung by in-app purchases.”
“+/- microtransactions (you can buy a complete pack like GT Masters or DTM 13/14).”
“It is free but only comes with basic content; the rest is paid. However, it is enough to try it out. More content is very reasonable, and there are no microtransactions or subscription.”
“There are microtransactions, but you can buy a complete pack like GT Masters or DTM 13/14.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, particularly in its chaotic gameplay and the amusing replays that result from players' antics. Many find it entertaining to engage in reckless behavior without penalties, while some humorously critique those who struggle with the game's difficulty. Overall, the lighthearted and comedic elements contribute significantly to the enjoyment of the game.
“It's a very funny game if people don't hit you all the time.”
“And if you like messing around, then crash all you want with the no penalties setting and watch your funny replay.”
“It's very funny reading all the noobs complain about this game because it's too hard!”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized due to a lack of support for reported bugs, with users experiencing significant delays in responses. Additionally, players have reported frequent visual glitches during multiplayer sessions, such as overlapping cars and ghost images, which detract from the overall experience.
“For more than a month ago, I asked support for a bug, and now a month later, there has been no reaction from support or even from the troubleshooting on the official forum. This is a no-go game.”
“Multiplayer is okay when it works, but often there are visual glitches with cars overlapping or stationary images (ghost images) just kind of being left behind around the track.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging, with some experiencing intense feelings during gameplay, such as queasiness from the immersive racing experience. The emotional impact is heightened by the game's realistic mechanics, which can lead to physical reactions like motion sickness.
“Great game, just touching the surface.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game lacks a dedicated story mode or campaign, which many users feel detracts from the overall experience and would enhance engagement if included.
“There is no story mode, campaign, or objectives, which makes the game feel lacking and uninteresting.”
“The absence of a narrative or structured objectives really detracts from the overall experience.”
“Without a story or any engaging campaign elements, the game feels hollow and uninspired.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is vibrant and engaging, with well-constructed circuits that create a lively environment, contrasting sharply with the cooler tone of Assetto Corsa. Additionally, the diverse range of cars, each with unique characteristics, enhances the overall immersive experience.
“The circuits are very well built and have a lively atmosphere around them, which is in stark contrast to the coolness of Assetto Corsa. The big variety of cars each have their own characteristics.”
“The circuits are very well built and have a lively atmosphere around them, which is in stark contrast to the coolness of Assetto Corsa.”
“The overall ambiance feels flat and uninspired, lacking the immersive qualities that make racing games engaging.”
“Despite the potential for excitement, the atmosphere feels dull and fails to draw players into the experience.”
