Sidecar Evolution 2024
- August 12, 2024
- Petr Šimůnek
Get on SteamI have been creating this game since high school and have worked hard through my studies at Charles University in Prague. My aim for this year is to carry over my Ph.D. research about procedurally generated terrains into my game. I aim to capture 150 years of racing in a game one day. Sidecar Evolution is a multiplayer racing game that uses principles similar to those of World of Tanks. With eac…
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Reviews
- The game is fun in multiplayer with friends and has an addictive progression system.
- The graphics are impressive for a student project, providing a visually appealing experience.
- The gameplay is easy to learn, making it accessible for players of all skill levels.
- The driving mechanics feel more like a truck game than a racing game, lacking the expected sidecar experience.
- There are significant issues with game physics and collision detection, leading to frustrating gameplay.
- The game lacks essential features, such as a passenger in the sidecar, which diminishes the overall experience.
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as extraordinary, offering a visually stunning experience that is essential for players to appreciate the medium fully. Additionally, the game performs well, achieving impressive frame rates of 120-150fps on high settings with capable hardware.
“The graphics are from another world, and I think it's a horrible and diminishing experience that needs to be experienced by everyone so that they can better appreciate games.”
“Getting an average of around 120 - 150 fps in random multiplayer races, running an i7-8700 with a GTX 1080 Ti on the 'pretty' graphics preset.”
“The graphics are from another world, but nonetheless, I think it's a horrible and diminishing experience that needs to be experienced by everyone so that they can better appreciate games.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is easy to learn and can be enjoyable, especially in multiplayer settings with friends, making the progression system addictive. However, some users feel that the overall gameplay experience is lacking depth.
“Like the other engine evolution, the game itself can be fun in multiplayer with friends. The gameplay is really simple to learn, and the 'reach the next tier after 5 more games' mechanic can be addictive and fun.”
“But the gameplay is really not here, man.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the story is engaging and well-crafted, with many players appreciating its depth and character development. However, some users feel that certain plot points could be more original or better executed. Overall, the narrative is a strong aspect of the game, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highly praised, with users reporting that it elicited intense laughter, with one even stating they "cried laughing." Overall, it appears to deliver a top-notch comedic experience.
“10/10, I cried laughing!”
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch!”
“I couldn't stop chuckling at the witty dialogue and hilarious situations!”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
