Riders Republic

Riders Republic provides an exhilarating action-sports adventure that will take your breath away with its immersive, eye-candy environments and will have you smiling or laughing throughout.

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story, monetization

81% User Score Based on 7,544 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 50 reviews

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Riders Republic is a single player and multiplayer open world racing game. It was developed by Ubisoft Annecy and was released on October 27, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Riders Republic is an extreme sports game that lets players explore a vast open world based on iconic US national parks. The Skate Edition includes the base game and a skate add-on, allowing players to become the next skate legend by riding across new skate parks, trying out exclusive tricks, and showcasing their talent to other players. The game also features multiplayer events, regular content updates, and the ability to customize characters and boards to show off your style. In addition to skating, players can also enjoy a variety of other sports like bike, ski, snowboard, and wingsuit.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 7,544 reviews

gameplay110 positive mentions

story20 negative mentions

gameplay
324 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
55%
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The gameplay in Riders Republic is characterized by a diverse range of sports and mechanics that cater to various player preferences, offering exhilarating experiences in an expansive open world. However, many players note issues such as repetitive gameplay, technical glitches, and a lack of depth in the core mechanics, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. While the game features fun trick systems and engaging events, it is often criticized for its clunky controls and the presence of paywalls for additional content.
- “Each sport has its own mechanics and style, catering to different player preferences.”
- “Exhilarating gameplay, like no other game experience - closest thing to actually experiencing insane extreme sports from the comfort of your PC.”
- “The gameplay loop is solid, offering hours of content and unlocks.”
- “Despite its diverse sports and activities, the gameplay can become repetitive over time. This lack of variety in the gameplay loop may lead to a sense of monotony, particularly for players seeking more depth and innovation.”
- “The clunky controls, toxic multiplayer environment, repetitive gameplay, and overall lackluster experience left me emotionally drained and feeling worse than when I started.”
- “The gameplay is built on dopamine shots, lacks immersion, and is superficial.”
graphics
288 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
43%
6%
The graphics in "Riders Republic" are frequently praised for their vibrant and stunning visuals, effectively capturing the beauty of outdoor environments and enhancing the overall gaming experience. However, some players report issues such as graphical glitches, frame rate drops, and a lack of optimization, leading to mixed opinions on the game's visual fidelity compared to its predecessor, "Steep." Overall, while many enjoy the aesthetic appeal and immersive atmosphere, there are notable concerns regarding performance and consistency.
- “The graphics are stunning, the movement feels real and smooth, and the tricks are satisfying to land.”
- “Overall the game is insane, graphic quality is astonishing, so far my favorite thing to do is snowboarding but all the other features are also amazing.”
- “The graphics are impressive, capturing the beauty of national parks, and the multiplayer element adds a dynamic social dimension.”
- “The graphics are disappointing.”
- “The graphics are somehow worse than Ubisoft's last snow sports game, Steep, which was made to run on the Xbox 360!”
- “Terrible graphics, terrible glitchy performance, terrible cut scenes, cringe NPC dialogue, and an all-around massive disappointment and downgrade from Steep.”
music
158 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
49%
13%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the lively soundtrack and immersive sound effects that enhance the atmosphere, while others criticize the limited selection and repetitive tracks. Many users prefer to turn off the in-game music to listen to their own playlists, citing that the original licensed tracks are often out of touch or not fitting for the game's events. Overall, while some appreciate the soundtrack's ability to create a chill vibe, others find it lacking and suggest improvements.
- “The vibrant colors, breathtaking vistas, and energetic soundtracks all worked together to create a sense of joy and freedom that had been absent from my life.”
- “As for the soundtrack, it's a spot-on blend of tracks that inspire the right amount of adrenaline rush or serenity depending on your activity.”
- “This game is excellent when you just want to chill while listening to music.”
- “The music in this game is trash; had to play with music off.”
- “I'm refunding it; I found there to be too many loading screens, too much talking, lots of terrible music, and it seemed way too complicated just to get the point of having fun.”
- “Fun gameplay absolutely ruined by the terrible out of touch music, the constant forced fullscreen reminders and tips that you can't dismiss until it's been blocking your gameplay for a few seconds.”
story
158 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
77%
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The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal and unengaging, with many players noting that it feels forced and filled with tedious tutorials and cutscenes. While some appreciate the open-world setting and side quests, the overall narrative is often described as bland, lacking depth, and riddled with microtransactions that detract from the experience. Many reviewers suggest that the game would benefit from a more substantial story and better integration of its missions.
- “The story mode is entertaining and there are always people online to kick my butt.”
- “Progression in the storyline is quick and after a couple of events, you have better gear.”
- “The big goal in the story is to take part in the so-called Riders Ridge Invitational.”
- “Story - 2/10 no actual story going on in the game, just some chick that teaches you the basics and a welcome storyline that is around 5 minutes.”
- “The story part of this game is trash, the map and the constant talking of NPCs is crazy, but the overall riding and racing is fun, if you can get past the spam of the beginning it's a fun arcade open world game.”
- “This 'game' plays more like a forced story mode with cheesy lines and absolutely unbearable cut scenes.”
monetization
104 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
54%
31%
The monetization in this game has been widely criticized for being heavily reliant on microtransactions, with many players feeling it detracts from the overall experience. Most cosmetics are locked behind a paywall, leading to perceptions of the game as a cash grab, especially given its full-price entry cost. While some reviewers acknowledge the game's fun aspects, the overwhelming presence of in-game purchases and advertisements has left a negative impression, making it hard to recommend without significant discounts.
- “I preface this because the game seems to catch a lot of flack for selling outfits for real money exclusively; however, compared to other monetization schemes, Riders is arguably one of the healthiest ones.”
- “I'd argue it's a really good example of how monetization should be done.”
- “Very fun game, a little bit scummy with the microtransactions, still would recommend.”
- “But the whole experience gets ruined by the microtransactions.”
- “The game is a cash grab overloaded with microtransactions.”
- “The monetization practice for this game is incredibly predatory.”
optimization
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of Riders Republic has received significant criticism, with many players reporting poor performance, frequent stuttering, and inconsistent frame rates across various platforms. While some users noted that the graphics can be impressive, especially in certain conditions, the overall experience is marred by technical issues and a lack of polish, leading to frustration among players. Many reviewers express hope for future updates to address these optimization shortcomings.
- “The game won't win any graphical awards, but it is well optimized and looks really good especially during sunset.”
- “I enjoy this game very much, pretty relaxing entertainment, performance is okay, no lags (RTX 4060, QHD), very nice graphics.”
- “Performance on PC is good, open world graphics are amazing.”
- “One of the major drawbacks of Riders Republic is its technical performance.”
- “Getting stutters during races, it's like a fighting game with stuttering, makes it unplayable and completely unacceptable.”
- “The optimization is unacceptably bad, the character creation is disgusting, shouldn't even exist and the NPCs that talk to you gave me a cringe overdose.”
stability
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent bugs, graphical glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. While some users have managed to enjoy the game despite these issues, others have found it nearly unplayable, particularly due to freezing and performance problems. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern, detracting from an otherwise enjoyable experience.
- “Very good game, no glitches or anything like that.”
- “Runs great on the Legion Go.”
- “Great game, servers run great, endless amount of things to do, not very buggy, insanely fun to play with friends overall 9.5/10 sick game.”
- “Players have reported various issues, including frame rate drops, graphical glitches, and occasional crashes.”
- “The lack of precision and the constant glitches turned what should have been a joyous experience into a source of endless frustration.”
- “I've tried a lot of stuff to try and fix the crashing and freezing but it just won't work, the game is a broken mess, I can't get into new game because the cinematic cutscene freezes then crashes, zen mode lets me play for ~5 seconds then the map bugs out, my character goes invisible and it crashes.”
humor
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its humor, with players enjoying the absurdity of character glitches, funny animations, and outrageous scenarios that lead to laughter during gameplay. Many highlight the comedic elements of extreme sports, such as hilarious falls and quirky vehicles, which contribute to a lighthearted and entertaining experience. Despite some technical issues and monetization concerns, the overall sentiment is that the game's humor significantly enhances its appeal.
- “I'm not going to pretend this game is perfect (right now I'm enjoying a very fun audio bug that persists across reinstalls that makes the audio cut out random sound effects and music at random intervals, and also there is some other weird stuff but I haven't experienced anything game-breaking, mostly just funny character model glitches), but I would be lying if I said that I didn't love this game.”
- “Prepare for a wild ride, both on and off the slopes, as this cornucopia of craziness combines extreme sports, hilarious shenanigans, and outrageous fun like no other.”
- “Join a crew of adrenaline junkies from around the world, laughing, joking, and occasionally crying together as you hilariously sabotage each other's attempts to reach the finish line.”
grinding
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received largely negative feedback, with players finding it tedious and overly complex, often feeling like it detracts from the fun. Many reviewers noted that the controls are poor and the grinding process can feel excessively long, making it more about gear acquisition than enjoyment. While some appreciated the cool concepts, the overall sentiment suggests that the grinding mechanics could benefit from significant refinement.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Becomes more about grinding good gear and less about having fun or doing cool stuff.”
- “It is unbearably long and tedious with the worst dialogue of all time.”
- “Cool concept for a game, only issue is it has a lot of the crap you tend to find in other Ubisoft games, like an extremely tedious tutorial that lasts over an hour which you have to complete before you can play multiplayer.”
atmosphere
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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34%
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by stunning graphics and immersive sound design, featuring lively soundtracks and natural sound effects that enhance the experience. However, some players feel that the atmosphere is undermined by poorly themed music and unrealistic gameplay mechanics, leading to a disjointed experience. Overall, while the visuals and ambient sounds create a captivating environment, the inconsistency in thematic elements detracts from the intended chill vibe.
- “The graphics are excellent, and the atmosphere is beautiful.”
- “The ambient sounds of nature also contribute to a superbly immersive atmosphere.”
- “From the moment I stepped into its expansive open-world environment, I was immediately captivated by the game's visually stunning landscapes and lively atmosphere.”
- “I saw it in a YouTube video and thought it would be good for me, but after trying it, it feels like the game has a classic identical crisis. It has a narrator for blind people, but it's kind of a racing game with good visuals. I don't know what blind people will do there. The visuals are good for riding as part of the atmosphere, but the atmosphere is completely ruined by music that is not in theme with the events and by the unbelievable behavior of a rider who can survive some unbelievable accidents. While the game is too casual in some places, you can still die from unbelievably stupid reasons.”
- “It's not a terrible game, but if you want something with the same atmosphere and mechanics as Steep, you won't find it here.”
- “I dislike the extreme high-energy nonstop party atmosphere; it feels like you have to get the most pogs-per-minute.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews highlight a stark contrast in emotional experiences with the game; while some players appreciate the initial sense of safety and enjoyment, others report feeling emotionally drained and depressed due to clunky controls and a toxic multiplayer environment. The game, intended as an escape, instead triggers dark thoughts for some, leading to a mixed reception regarding its emotional impact.
- “However, my personal experience with this game took an unexpected turn, leaving me feeling depressed, dark, and emotionally drained.”
- “The game, which should have provided an escape from reality, instead became a catalyst for my dark thoughts and emotional turmoil.”
- “The clunky controls, toxic multiplayer environment, repetitive gameplay, and overall lackluster experience left me emotionally drained and feeling worse than when I started.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability, enhanced by its engaging multiplayer mode and diverse activities. Players appreciate the tight controls, beautiful graphics, and varied terrains, which allow for unique experiences each time, even when simply exploring the map. Overall, the combination of these elements makes the game highly replayable.
- “The multiplayer mode adds a layer of excitement and replayability to the game.”
- “There are lots of various terrains and plenty of decent tracks, but honestly, even just freestyling down a path can lead to plenty of replayability as it's almost never duplicatable.”
- “I haven't played it that much yet, but I do think this game is highly replayable, maybe even just crossing freely around the map.”
- “Lots of various terrain, plenty of decent tracks, but honestly, even just freestyling down a path can lead to plenty of replayability as it's almost never duplicatable.”
- “Tight controls, beautiful graphics, smooth transitions, lots of activities, and replayability.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is criticized for its poor mechanics, unskippable and subpar dialogue, and unsatisfactory character design for both NPCs and customizable players. These issues detract from the overall experience, overshadowing any enjoyable aspects of the game.
- “The character design, both for NPCs and the customizable player, is awful, and the dialogue is unskippable and frustrating.”
- “The mechanics for character development are lacking, making the overall experience feel shallow.”
- “The character development is hindered by poor design choices and unintuitive controls.”