RetroDriver

About

"RetroDriver" is a single-player arcade racing game with a nostalgic 80's neon aesthetic. The game features amazing music and allows you to drive retro sports cars in a 3D world. With the recent update, players can now access practice mode, achievements, and a time challenge mode with three difficulty levels. However, be sure to delete your save files to fully experience the new features.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

music7 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game features a strong, nostalgic 80s synthwave soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The graphics are visually appealing, with good lighting and reflections that contribute to the retro aesthetic.
There are multiple game modes and difficulty levels, providing variety and challenge for players.

The game suffers from menu navigation issues and lacks essential features like 4K support and control bindings.
The gameplay can be excessively fast, making it difficult for players to react in time, which may lead to frustration.
There are significant graphical inconsistencies and performance issues, making it feel more like an early access title than a polished product.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
44%
17%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its strong, retro synthwave soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience and aligns well with the rhythm of the racing mechanics. While some players find the original compositions enjoyable and fitting for the 80s aesthetic, others feel that the overall quality of the soundtrack could be improved and express a desire for the option to use personal music. Overall, the music is a highlight for many, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere.
- “It is really fun and the music is dope.”
- “It's satisfying racing down the road switching lanes to the beat of some great synthwave music.”
- “The graphics of the game are very appealing and the original music in the background really puts you in the mood for the 80s.”
- “As someone who's a retro/synthwave fan and comes from playing games like Neon Drive, Distance (by Refract), Retrowave by RewindApp (which actually delivers on this kind of niche genre), Redout, and plenty of other rhythmic musical racers; this game is, at least at its current state, garbage.”
- “Instead of spending 7 dollars on this, Music Racer is a better bang for a literal buck.”
- “All the developer needs to do is to continue to polish the game: cleaning up graphics issues, expanding levels, and making sure it runs smoothly, and perhaps the option to add your own music.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the appealing retro aesthetic and vibrant visuals reminiscent of the 80s, others criticize the basic game models and lack of substance. There is a consensus that the graphics need further polishing to enhance overall quality and performance, but fans of the retro style may still find enjoyment in the visual presentation.
- “If you are a fan of 80's retro/outrun aesthetic, this game delivers.”
- “The graphics of the game are very appealing and the original music in the background really puts you in the mood for the 80s.”
- “Good looking early graphics.”
- “The game models are really bad and basic; graphically, it's just flashy with no substance.”
- “There are better retrowave games on mobile platforms, and this does not feel like a PC game despite its heavy graphical demands.”
- “Graphics are not perfect yet.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The game suffers from poor optimization, with heavy visual themes leading to performance issues despite an appealing design. Reviewers suggest that the developers should focus on polishing graphics, expanding levels, and ensuring smoother gameplay to enhance the overall experience.
- “All the developer needs to do is to continue to polish the game: cleaning up graphics issues, expanding levels, and making sure it runs smoothly, and perhaps adding the option to include your own music.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive; it runs seamlessly on various hardware configurations without sacrificing performance.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have focused on optimizing the gameplay experience, ensuring that loading times are minimal and frame rates are consistently high.”
- “Contrary to the flashy menu, visual design, and cool-looking ads on the storefront, the game is just spammed with visually heavy themes that are so poorly optimized.”
- “The game suffers from severe performance issues, making it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
- “Despite the impressive graphics, the optimization is lacking, resulting in frequent frame drops and long loading times.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized for being visually overwhelming and poorly optimized, leading to a disconnect between the appealing storefront and the actual gameplay experience.
- “The game is riddled with aggressive monetization tactics that overshadow the gameplay experience.”
- “Despite the appealing visuals and ads, the monetization system feels exploitative and frustrating.”
- “The constant push for in-game purchases detracts from the overall enjoyment and immersion of the game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the game evokes a strong sense of nostalgia, transporting them back to the emotional experiences of the 1980s.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users have reported some bugs in the menu, but the developers are aware of the issues and have indicated that a fix is forthcoming. Overall, stability appears to be a work in progress.
- “The menu is a little buggy for now; I wrote to the developers, and they said they will fix it soon.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I've experienced several glitches that disrupt the gameplay experience.”