Slackers - Carts of Glory
- September 18, 2024
- Falling Saints
- 16h median play time
Get on Steam"Slackers - Carts of Glory" is a wild racing game where you and up to 3 friends compete in shopping carts down steep hills, mastering their unique movements and collecting drinks to gain speed. Race against the clock to reach the city store before it closes, while avoiding obstacles and embracing the chaos. Remember, this is not a car, and there are no brakes, so hang on tight for an unforgettable ride!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is incredibly addictive and offers a fun challenge, especially for those who enjoy time trials.
- It features hilarious ragdoll physics and a charming art style, making it enjoyable to play both solo and with friends.
- The multiplayer mode, while needing improvements, can be a blast with friends, providing a chaotic and entertaining experience.
- The multiplayer mode is currently lacking in content and features, with limited maps and no customization options.
- Many players find the controls frustratingly imprecise, leading to inconsistent gameplay and difficulty in mastering the mechanics.
- Progression can be overly demanding, requiring players to achieve high scores on previous levels to unlock new content, which can be discouraging.
- music38 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its fitting and humorous soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. However, players express a desire for more variety and a larger selection of tracks, as the limited number can become repetitive over time. Additionally, copyright issues have hindered content creators from sharing gameplay, further complicating the music's reception.
“The soundtrack is very fitting and humorous, and for me at least, the music doesn't get old; however, more variety would be great.”
“The design is stunning, the graphics and style are spot-on, the soundtrack slaps, and the gameplay is a blast.”
“That combined with the whimsical nature of the game, fantastic country-rock soundtrack, and beautiful art style makes you want to start another run just as fast as it ended.”
“While the game is fun, multiplayer is buggy for being early access, but the worst thing to come of it is that no content creators can make videos or reviews of the game due to copyright claims of the music used in the game.”
“I ended up muting the music around the 9 hour mark because the OST is really short.”
“Also, music is okay but there needs to be more of it!”
- humor29 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is widely praised, with players finding it consistently hilarious, especially during chaotic moments like crashing and ragdoll physics. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its janky controls and amusing scenarios, making it a fun experience, particularly in multiplayer settings. Overall, the comedic elements, combined with a lighthearted atmosphere, contribute significantly to the game's entertainment value.
“While the plot is thin and predictable, the humor and energy keep it entertaining.”
“Amazing fun little game with some hilarious ragdolls to entertain you through your many attempts to set faster times.”
“Ridiculously funny, simple, and charming in a chaotic sort of way, 'Slackers - Carts of Glory' is a game that takes seconds to learn and minutes, if not hours to master.”
- gameplay28 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its smooth mechanics and addictive nature, offering a fun experience whether played solo or with friends. While the mechanics are simple, they provide a rewarding challenge that encourages players to improve their skills and compete for high scores. However, some users expressed disappointment with the multiplayer mode, suggesting it could benefit from a more structured tournament format.
“Great amazing fun game to play solo or with friends; great graphics and gameplay. I recommend it.”
“The gameplay itself is fun, but I'm very disappointed by the multiplayer mode.”
“The carts mechanics are all thoughtfully designed and feel incredibly smooth once you get the hang of it.”
“I would rather a tournament-like multiplayer gameplay, where you can collect points every match.”
“Fucking stupid game, stupid physics, stupid creators, stupid game mechanics, stupid haircuts, stupid music, stupid shopping cart, shitty production. But the game's fun.”
“Really simple mechanics but high skill to execute.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and vibrant art style, which complements the whimsical gameplay and enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals, bright colors, and effective use of light, creating an engaging atmosphere that captures the game's fun and chaotic nature. While some may not prefer the art style, the graphics are generally considered a perfect fit for the game's theme, contributing to its addictive and competitive appeal.
“The design is stunning, the graphics and style are spot-on, the soundtrack slaps, and the gameplay is a blast.”
“Graphics: 8/10 (perfect style for the game, visually lovely with great light and colors. really captures the feeling of being drunk off your ass and thinking that the world is beautiful.)”
“The graphics are super sweet, bright, bold and colorful, kinda reminds me of Hello Neighbor graphics!”
“While the art style is not my thing, the physics gameplay is actually very nice.”
“Would be cool to see player models having blood on them or something like that to add another layer to the goofy graphics.”
“No ridiculous, performance-tanking graphics.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, particularly in multiplayer mode, which is plagued by bugs typical of early access titles. Users report issues such as inability to run in full screen, frequent freezes, and crashes, leading to a frustrating experience. Additionally, copyright claims on the game's music hinder content creation, further detracting from its appeal.
“While the game is fun, multiplayer is buggy for being early access, but the worst thing to come of it is that no content creators can make videos or reviews of the game due to copyright claims of the music used in the game.”
“Might try again if it is fixed in the future, but until now it seems like a buggy mess.”
“All my time on this game was nothing but problems after problems and freezes/crashes.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is considered thin and predictable, with some players feeling it lacks depth due to the absence of checkpoints and a traditional campaign structure. However, the humor and energetic gameplay help maintain entertainment value, despite the frustration of time trials and the challenge of progression.
“While the plot is thin and predictable, the humor and energy keep it entertaining.”
“Because there are no checkpoints, no save points, and no story progression, the time trials feel disconnected from a campaign experience. It should be more fun and easier to progress through the campaign without the constant pressure of racing against the clock.”
“I like this game, and I've achieved gold or better on all missions, but it's a serious test of patience.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised, with users reporting no glitches, errors, or crashes, and stable performance without significant graphical issues. However, the random direction choice at the start of each run can lead to varying performance experiences.
“I did not encounter any glitches, errors, crashes, or performance issues.”
“No ridiculous, performance-tanking graphics.”
“In the beginning of each run, you randomly go right or left, which can massively impact performance.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting a mix of frustration and exhilaration. The desire to experience high-speed thrills and the joy of reckless gameplay is evident, despite some dissatisfaction with gameplay mechanics and customization options. Overall, the game evokes a sense of nostalgia and excitement, making players yearn for more immersive features.
“Never before has a game made me wish I was flying down a road at 150 kph in a shopping cart and smashing my head into stop signs, but this game made me feel that way.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be overly tedious, particularly in modes like hillbomb, and express a desire for more customization options in multiplayer lobbies. They also suggest that incorporating actual tricks and grinding mechanics could enhance the gameplay experience.
“All I have to say is that hillbomb is way too tedious to play. I wish I could adjust the camera's height, and I hope multiplayer lobbies get more customization, like custom timer options and a vote to move on from the current map.”
“I do believe actual tricks and grinding would be awesome to add!”
- monetization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a no paid DLC or microtransactions policy, providing players with new characters and maps without additional costs, alongside leaderboards for competitive play.
“No paid DLC or microtransactions policy! <3”
“New characters, new maps, no microtransactions, leaderboards just to name a few!”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability, especially when played with friends, though some players feel it may lose its appeal after a certain point. Overall, it effectively fulfills its intended purpose, making it enjoyable for multiple playthroughs.
“A lot of fun and highly replayable with and without friends.”
“While this game may not have much replay value after a point, it does its intended purpose and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that each map offers a unique atmosphere and set of challenges, contributing to an engaging and enjoyable gameplay experience.
“Each map is distinctly fun with its own atmosphere and challenges.”
