Slowdrive

About

Slowdrive is a game about a sloth's journey home, featuring 60 challenging levels with multiple routes and moving platforms. Gameplay focuses on improving driving skills and learning tracks, with a physics model that rewards careful speed control. Additional features include unlockable car customization, collectibles, and ghost replays for best results.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Challenging and addictive gameplay that encourages replayability as players strive for better times and unlock achievements.
Charming visuals and a relaxing soundtrack create an enjoyable atmosphere, making it a fun experience despite its difficulty.
Unique concept of a sloth driving a car adds humor and creativity, appealing to fans of puzzle and racing games alike.

The game can be frustratingly difficult, with tight time requirements for achieving even one star on levels, leading to repetitive gameplay.
Physics and car handling may feel unrealistic and can lead to frustrating moments, especially for players unfamiliar with the mechanics.
Some players report optimization issues at higher resolutions and minor bugs that can detract from the overall experience.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
13%
25%
The graphics are described as soft, beautiful, and calming, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. The art style is simple yet satisfying, with a minimalist approach that complements the game's mechanics. Overall, the visuals and soundtrack enhance the game's appeal, making repetitive levels feel engaging.
- “The graphics are beautiful, the music in the background is calming, and the mechanics of the game in general (the way in which the vehicles operate) is just amazing.”
- “Due to how fun the game mechanic is, and how beautiful the graphics are, you'll forget that you're repeating levels over and over again.”
- “The art style is simple yet oddly satisfying, and the driving physics have depth.”
- “Slowpoke Trackmania with a primitivistic, Nintendo-like art style.”
- “It's another indie puzzle game with minimalist graphics, but this time, you take control of a car, which I think is very nice.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall aesthetic experience. While the soundtrack is described as beautiful and upbeat, some users note that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, despite some criticisms.
- “A surprisingly calming game (owed to its soundtrack and aesthetics in particular).”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the music in the background is calming, the mechanics of the game in general (the way in which the vehicles operate) is just amazing.”
- “+ great upbeat soundtrack”
- “Repetitive music.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The gameplay is praised for its beautiful graphics and calming music, creating an enjoyable experience despite the repetitive levels. While the mechanics of vehicle operation are generally well-received, some players find the car physics to be frustrating at times. Overall, the game offers a fun and engaging experience, particularly for an indie title.
- “I have barely played this game so far, and within 20 minutes of gameplay, I can already say with full confidence that this is truly an amazing indie game.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the music in the background is calming, and the mechanics of the game in general (the way in which the vehicles operate) are just amazing.”
- “Due to how fun the game mechanics are and how beautiful the graphics are, you'll forget that you're repeating levels over and over again.”
- “The car mechanics and physics can be frustrating.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The story is a whimsical adventure that blends themes of bravery and resilience, as players navigate a journey of self-discovery and control after being knocked from their tree by a butterfly. It follows a sloth who, after stealing a car, embarks on a humorous quest to return home and confront the butterfly, symbolizing a broader narrative of overcoming challenges and finding peace.
- “You can perceive the whole adventure as a story of prudent but brave driving, or as an implicit narrative of overcoming adversity, exploring and sewing a realm, gaining control, and the challenge of seeking and reaching a tranquil haven—a new place and state of mind, where the tracks are the branches of the tree of life (isn't it the tree from the prologue dream?).”
- “The story is as follows: you are a sloth minding your own business when a butterfly knocks you out of your tree. You then find yourself lost after locating a car and committing grand theft auto. You go cruising down the street in your new six-four, embarking on an epic journey to get back to your tree and confront that butterfly.”
- “The story is as follows: you are a sloth minding your own business when a butterfly knocks you out of your tree. You then find yourself lost after locating a car and committing grand theft auto. You go cruising down the street in your new six-four, going on an epic journey to get back to your tree and kick that butterfly's ass.”
- “You can perceive the whole adventure as a story of prudent but brave driving, or as an implicit narrative of overcoming adversity, exploring and sewing a realm, gaining control, and the challenge of seeking and reaching a tranquil haven, a new place and state of mind, where the tracks are the branches of the tree of life.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
Players highlight significant replayability due to the challenge of improving personal best times on tracks, with many dedicating extensive hours to perfecting their performance and climbing the leaderboard.
- “The game adds a lot to replayability.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes available.”
- “There's a ton of replayability when it comes to topping your own time on a specific track, and I've found myself spending upwards of an hour just to perfect my time to get onto the leaderboard.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report that the game is stable, with only minor glitches noted, which do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I've experienced several bugs that disrupt gameplay.”
- “Stability issues have ruined my overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its solid optimization, featuring enjoyable handling physics, diverse levels, and overall good performance.
- “A great little game with fun handling physics, fantastic level variation, and good performance.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I love how the developers have fine-tuned the game to run seamlessly, making it accessible to a wider audience.”