Riptide GP2

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"Riptide GP2" is a water-racing game with intense online multiplayer races and upgradeable hydro jets. The game features a new career mode, improved graphics, and a variety of event types. Customize and upgrade your hydro jet, and compete against friends in online and VR Challenge modes.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews

graphics271 positive mentions

monetization27 negative mentions

The game features fantastic graphics and smooth gameplay, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
Players appreciate the lack of intrusive ads, allowing for an uninterrupted gaming experience.
The game offers a nostalgic experience for many, with challenging gameplay that keeps players engaged.

Many players report issues with controls, including unresponsiveness and sensitivity problems that hinder gameplay.
Some users feel that the game is pay-to-win, as it becomes increasingly difficult to progress without purchasing upgrades.
There are complaints about the AI difficulty being too high, making it frustrating for players to win races.

graphics
345 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive widespread praise for their impressive quality, especially considering the game's size and performance on various devices. While some users note that the visuals may appear slightly dated or cartoonish, many appreciate the smooth animations and realistic water effects, contributing to an immersive racing experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing gameplay and nostalgia for long-time fans.
- “Amazing graphics, smooth and intuitive controls, less demanding performance-wise.”
- “The graphics are amazing; controls are innovative and easy to use.”
- “The game has really good graphics for a mobile game, and it is pretty fun when you connect a controller to help with tricks.”
- “The graphics look like a cartoon and are not up-to-date with today's standards.”
- “But there is a problem: the graphics are not so realistic.”
- “It's a very stupid game; never try to download it. It's just fake. You won't be able to control it sometimes, the calibration is just bad, and the graphics are just ugly.”
gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
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The gameplay is widely praised for being easy to pick up, fun, and smooth, with many players enjoying the combination of good graphics and engaging mechanics. While the stunt mechanics add depth, some users noted challenges with online achievements and the need for a multiplayer mode. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience with polished physics and a nostalgic feel, making it a favorite among racing enthusiasts.
- “Gameplay is easy to pick up and fun.”
- “Really beautiful graphics, gameplay & stunts along with a variety of game controls all rock for a 5🌟 experience that awaits you.”
- “The graphics are awesome and the physics of the game are also very good, gameplay is fabulous, it's a great game I'm enjoying it very much, 100% recommended for others 💯”
- “I 100% the whole game and it's very easy and fun, but there are some problems. Some of the achievements that require online play are impossible to obtain, so perhaps an online mechanic should be considered for the game.”
- “Well, for a game that is difficult, the gameplay is unique compared to any game I have ever played.”
- “Focus on gameplay elements and stunting kind of pays homage to the original Riptide for PS3.”
monetization
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
2%
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While many players appreciate the absence of intrusive ads and enjoy the gameplay without interruptions, some express frustration over encountering ads despite having previously purchased the game. Overall, the consensus leans towards a positive experience with minimal ads, enhancing the enjoyment of the game.
- “Ohh how I enjoy offline racing games with good graphics, fun gameplay, controller support, upgrade systems, no stupid micro-transactions, and no ads for a reasonable price.”
- “This game is just simply perfect, no ads, no annoying energy bars.”
- “No ads, enjoyable gameplay, and best of all completely functional offline.”
- “Paid for the full version and still shows ads, and sometimes gets stuck on ads. I have to close the Play Store and the game to restart. It should be illegal to sell something while still making money from ads. It's not us that pays for greed, but our children, and then we wonder why.”
- “I already bought this game a long time ago during a promotion, so why are there still ads?!”
- “It was good at first, but your ads are annoying and boring. Try to lessen them.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
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The music in the game has received widespread praise, with many users highlighting its catchy EDM soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. The sound design complements the beautiful graphics, creating an immersive atmosphere reminiscent of classic racing games like Wipeout. Players appreciate the quality of the music, often describing it as exceptional and a key element of the game's appeal.
- “Beautiful fluid graphics and good motor and water sound effects in surround and catchy EDM soundtrack.”
- “Loving the soundtrack and the graphics are phenomenal.”
- “Exceptional game with amazing music and graphics.”
- “Mainly down to the music, it feels very much like a Wipeout on water.”
- “Sound design and music is just *meh*, you can customize your rider too!”
- “When I use my AY Games account to sign in on Switch, it signs out automatically.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
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Overall, users report a stable gaming experience with the controls being intuitive and responsive, particularly praising the touch mechanics for movement. The games, including "Shine Runner" and "Beach Buggy Racing," are noted for their reliability on newer devices, with players expressing satisfaction with the performance and graphics. However, there are some concerns regarding data demands from "Beach Buggy Racing 2."
- “As a huge fan of 'Shine Runner', I can say that it runs great on Android 12, despite being very old. I wish you could update it for new devices, but I have a copy APK saved just in case.”
- “It is a good and very nice graphics, I would give kudos to Vector Unit, but if only you guys could stop demanding data from Beach Buggy Racing 2.”
- “Vector Unit really outdid themselves by creating Beach Buggy Racing so much so.”
- “I remember playing this game a long time ago; I deleted it because I had every skin, but now I found the game just yesterday and I still enjoy it, same with Mousebot and other Vector Unit games like Beach Buggy. They have come a long way and I still enjoy their games. Good job.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players expressing disappointment over the lack of a compelling narrative and the absence of a traditional story mode, which they found more engaging in previous titles. While the gameplay is enjoyable, many users feel that the missions can be overly challenging and repetitive, leading to a sense of boredom without a deeper storyline or character development. Suggestions for improvement include the addition of an online career mode and more diverse maps and missions to enhance the overall experience.
- “I like it; you guys need to improve. You should make an online career mode that resembles a story mode about characters.”
- “I missed the story mode from Renegade... this game becomes boring when you know there's nothing you can do other than pile up some cash to get better vehicles.”
- “I like it, but you guys need to improve. You have to make an online career mode that feels like a story mode about characters.”
- “Please improve more maps, laps, and introduce a new story mode.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its impressive graphics and smooth, intuitive controls, while being less demanding on system performance. Reviewers appreciate the developers' commitment to optimization, ensuring a positive experience for all users without significant bugs or performance issues.
- “Great to see developers caring about optimization for all users instead of just ripping money with a bad game!”
- “No issues so far with bugs or performance.”
- “Amazing graphics, smooth and intuitive controls, less demanding performance-wise.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Replayability in the game is mixed; while some users find it excellent and addictive, citing its arcade-like feel, others feel that the lack of narrative and responsive controls diminishes its overall replay value compared to its predecessor.
- “Vector Unit has always kicked it out of the park when it comes to their games. Riptide GP2 feels ripped right out of an arcade game at a movie theater; the replay value is excellent and the game is definitely addicting.”
- “Very good replayability; it's top of my choice for mind games.”
- “Abysmally unresponsive touch controls firmly entrench this as a tilt racer. Lacking the narrative angle and touch controls of its predecessor cuts into the replay value somewhat, and the aesthetics of the first game were somewhat more detailed.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing, particularly during moments of falling and mishaps. While the game is praised for its overall quality and engaging graphics, there is a hint of irony in the commentary about the lack of updates for paid apps. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the gaming experience.
- “This game is very good; the people who made it did a great job, and it's very funny when you fall down.”
- “Good graphics, good sense of speed, lots of tricks, lots of tracks, very funny overall.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express frustration with the game's controls, which disrupt their emotional engagement by causing frequent loss of control during gameplay. This technical issue detracts from the overall experience, leading some players to consider uninstalling the game despite its potential appeal.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be manageable, particularly noting that the career mode is not overly grindy, which contributes to a more enjoyable experience.
- “The career mode is not too grindy, making it enjoyable to progress without feeling overwhelmed.”
- “Water effects are very good, and the controls are decent, enhancing the overall experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game is visually stunning, reviewers note that it suffers from infrequent character development, leaving players wanting more depth and growth in the characters.