Riding Seas

About

"Riding Seas" is a cartoon-style boat racing game reminiscent of classics like "WaveRace" and "Splashdown." With 8 low poly environments, 30 unlockable boats, and both simple race and career modes, it offers a tactical gameplay experience that focuses on skillful piloting. The game features vibrant, family-friendly graphics filled with cinematic and gaming references.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

optimization3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features colorful and charming low poly graphics that evoke nostalgia for classic racing games.
Local multiplayer with split-screen support adds a fun social element to the gameplay.
The later levels provide a greater challenge, making the game more engaging for players who enjoy competitive racing.

The game lacks depth and variety, feeling more like a generic racing game rather than a unique boat racing experience.
Audio issues, including unbalanced sound effects and minimal motor noises, detract from the overall experience.
The gameplay can become repetitive and frustrating due to the lack of power-ups and overly simplistic mechanics.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of enjoyable mechanics and appealing graphics, with a focus on arcade-style racing and career mode featuring various boats. However, some players feel it lacks depth due to the absence of power-ups and more complex driving mechanics, leading to a somewhat monotonous experience on easier tracks. Overall, while the game is fun and visually impressive, it could benefit from additional gameplay features to enhance engagement.
- “Very fun game and nice level design and boat mechanics.”
- “Really nice graphics and sounds, fun gameplay.”
- “Career mode, lots of fancy boats and arcade gameplay.”
- “While it looks and feels like a fun racer, it's a racer without any additional power-ups or 'fun' mechanics, leading to a monotonous driving experience through easy tracks.”
- “The gameplay lacks depth, with poor handling and a cluttered user interface that detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The career mode is underwhelming, offering lots of fancy boats but failing to deliver engaging arcade gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics are described as vibrant and visually striking, with a colorful, low-poly aesthetic that evokes nostalgia for classic games like Micro Machines. While some users find the visuals overwhelming, others appreciate the fun and engaging design, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “Really nice graphics and sounds, fun gameplay.”
- “Great ride :) these cute colorful low poly graphics took me back to Micro Machines times.”
- “Graphics are an assault on the eyes, like racing through a rainbow during a psychedelic paint explosion.”
- “Graphics are an assault on the eyes.”
- “What about the visuals?”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report stability issues, particularly with camera glitches that occur when driving near walls, leading to disorientation. This is exacerbated in levels requiring players to navigate under bridges, as visibility is compromised until after passing through.
- “It also has camera glitches when you drive near walls, which can be very disorienting. Since you need to dive below bridges in some levels, you can't see what's coming in front of you until after you've passed it.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it frustrating to progress through levels.”
- “I've experienced numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, including characters getting stuck in the environment.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, allowing it to run smoothly on a wide range of PC configurations, including lower-end systems.
- “Well optimized for any PC, even the lightest configurations.”
- “The game runs smoothly on a variety of hardware setups, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, ensuring a seamless experience across different systems.”