"Shred! Remastered" is a mountain biking game with over 30 handcrafted trails and addictive gameplay focused on the "pump" mechanic. Featuring full controller support, licensed in-game products from top brands, and an awesome soundtrack, it's a "pickup and play" game that promises an authentic and entertaining MTB experience for both casual and hardcore players.
Reviews
- The game is fun and engaging once you get used to the controls, offering hours of entertainment.
- It features a good trick system and level design that provides a sense of variety and challenge.
- For the price, it is considered a decent game, especially for fans of mountain biking.
- Many players experience broken achievements and glitches that hinder gameplay.
- The graphics and controls are often criticized as poor and unpolished, leading to a frustrating experience.
- The tutorial can be confusing and difficult, preventing some players from progressing in the game.
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as mediocre, outdated, and even "abhorrent." While some players found the art style to be better than expected, the overall consensus is that the visuals are rough and flawed, reminiscent of older titles. Additionally, there are reports of graphical issues on certain hardware, further detracting from the experience.
“For people bashing the graphics, it also looks a whole lot better than I was expecting after having watched the YouTube videos first.”
“Art style”
“Graphics”
“Mediocre graphics and flawed gameplay.”
“1999 called.. they want their graphics back.”
“Yes, it's rough as hell, yes, the graphics are a bit fugly, yes it was originally a mobile game.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players criticizing the mechanics as flawed and difficult to grasp initially. However, others appreciate the engaging trick system, level design, and mini-games, noting that the gameplay becomes more enjoyable after some practice, particularly for those familiar with mountain biking. Overall, the experience is described as rewarding despite its learning curve.
“My favorite parts of the game: the trick system, the level design, funny mini-games, flow of the track, and gameplay.”
“Like other reviewers, I too found the controls tricky at first, but after an hour of gameplay, it all starts to make sense and you are rewarded with what is quite an engaging and organic gameplay experience.”
“Mediocre graphics and flawed gameplay.”
“This game is bad, and the game mechanics are poorly designed.”
“If you don't like mountain biking in real life, then I would not suggest this game because you probably wouldn't understand a lot of the mechanics.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in the game, highlighting its funny mini-games and amusing bugs that add to the overall enjoyment. The combination of entertaining gameplay elements and lighthearted moments contributes to a positive gaming experience.
“Other than these small issues (and a couple of bugs, which, let's be honest, are hilarious), this game is awesome and I love it to bits.”
“My favorite parts of the game: the trick system, the level design, funny mini-games, flow of the track & gameplay.”
“Little video I made of the game displaying some fun parts, some issues, and some funny stuff... enjoy!”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits some bugs, including comedic physics glitches and menu issues; however, given that it was developed by a single individual, the overall level design is commendable and contributes to an enjoyable experience.
“Can be buggy.”
“There are a few comedy physics glitches, and the menu may not be the best, but considering this is made entirely by one person, the levels are pretty well designed - it's really quite good fun!”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's story is noted for its variety, incorporating diverse tasks beyond just racing, which enhances the overall experience compared to similar titles like Downhill Domination on the PS2.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving players feeling disconnected from the protagonists.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from poor optimization, causing high temperatures in hardware like the AMD R9 200, although players report no lag during gameplay.
“Poor optimization; it doesn't lag, but it makes my AMD R9 200 run really hot.”
“The game is poorly optimized, leading to excessive heat generation on my hardware.”
“Optimization issues are causing my system to overheat, even without noticeable lag.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, as mastering the tracks requires perfecting one's technique and finding the optimal "line" through each trail. The challenge of hitting the right landings adds depth, encouraging players to revisit tracks for improvement and exploration of different strategies.
“The tracks themselves have a good flow to them; if you hit the right landings, it's as if your line is an extension of one motion. Hit them wrong, and it's pretty unforgiving. There's lots of possibilities and replayability in just getting that line right on each trail.”
“Every playthrough feels unique due to the different choices you can make, which keeps me coming back for more.”
“The random events and challenges ensure that no two runs are ever the same, making it incredibly fun to replay.”
“The tracks themselves have a good flow to them; if you hit the right landings, it's as if your line is an extension of one motion. However, if you hit them wrong, it's pretty unforgiving. There's lots of possibilities and replayability in just getting that line right on each trail.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to return. The lack of new content or challenges makes replaying feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
“While the game offers a variety of paths, the core mechanics don't change much, leading to a repetitive experience after the initial playthrough.”