Smashy Road: Wanted

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Smashy Road: Wanted is an action-packed driving game where you play as a wanted driver, evading police while unlocking 90 unique cars. With good plot development, exceptional mechanics, and Camaro-crushing visuals, it will make you laugh despite its abundance of bugs and annoying ads. Despite the grinding, the thrill of high-speed chases and the vast array of vehicles to collect keeps players engaged.

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Play Modes

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,991 reviews

graphics160 positive mentions

monetization285 negative mentions

monetization
314 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
2%
91%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on ads, with many players expressing frustration over their frequency and intrusiveness. While some users appreciate the option to earn in-game currency through watching ads, others feel it forces them into a cycle of ad consumption to progress. Overall, the consensus indicates that while the game is enjoyable, the excessive ads detract significantly from the experience, leading to calls for reduced ad presence or alternative monetization methods.
- “Pretty much no ads, so that immediately makes the game 10x better, and the controls are very simple.”
- “I love this game; it's so fun and there's like no ads, so that made it like 90% better.”
- “It is an amazing game and it's even better with the Play Pass subscription because there are no ads.”
- “The developers are just money hungry, so little quality and so many ads for other apps and in-game items.”
- “The game is good, but it is completely ruined by the terrible, interactive, and invasive ads.”
- “It's a good game and has a nice premise but to get cars you have to watch ads; of course, you could grind to get money but your efforts will be in vain.”
graphics
223 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
21%
8%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and smoothness, particularly appreciating the arcade-style aesthetic. However, some users criticize the graphics for being pixelated or glitchy, suggesting that improvements are needed. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good for a mobile game, there are calls for updates and enhancements to address various issues.
- “The graphics are really amazing, and the thing I love about this game is that you get to shake the police cars.”
- “I love the graphics and how the gameplay is great.”
- “Awesome graphics, never seen anything with better graphics; love it better than Smash Road 2.”
- “Overall terrible graphics, terrible controls.”
- “The graphics are also pretty bad; all of it is pixelated, as you can tell.”
- “The graphics look like Roblox, and the controls are honestly crappy.”
stability
120 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with numerous users reporting persistent glitches and bugs that disrupt gameplay, such as cars getting stuck, freezing issues, and unexpected terrain interactions. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these issues, many express frustration over the frequency and severity of the glitches, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game is described as fun but plagued by stability problems that need urgent attention.
- “I like the game; I've been playing it for a while and it's pretty fun. No lag, little to no glitches, but of course there's ads, and that's why you play it offline.”
- “Runs great.”
- “Fun, no lags, no glitches or anything. It is one really good, fun, nice game that I can play.”
- “It's a shame because I did enjoy this a few years ago, but now it's just a buggy mess.”
- “This game is full of bugs and glitches, and the game constantly asks for you to purchase in-game items.”
- “The game is good, but when you play on computer, the game freezes and has horrible controls.”
gameplay
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
31%
10%
Overall, the gameplay is highly praised for its fun and addictive nature, with a wide variety of cars and solid controls. However, many users express frustration with repetitive gameplay, frequent ads, and occasional glitches that detract from the experience. While the game offers a satisfying arcade-style experience, some players suggest improvements in variety and optimization to enhance long-term enjoyment.
- “It is a great game; I love this game because it focuses entirely on gameplay and not the stuff that addictive apps give you, like prizes or cheap upgrade points.”
- “The gameplay is very fun and is different just about every time.”
- “The actual gameplay is amazing.”
- “But I would suggest that you expand the map a bit because after a week of gameplay it starts getting boring.”
- “The controls are awful, the gameplay is boring, and the graphics are generic for a mobile game.”
- “This game is just an ad farm with very little gameplay; so many ads.”
humor
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
5%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding joy in its quirky glitches, amusing physics, and the chaotic interactions between cars and police. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements of gameplay, such as cars exploding, unexpected mishaps, and the absurdity of police chases, making it a fun and entertaining experience. Overall, the game's humor contributes significantly to its appeal, despite some players noting the need for improvements in glitch management.
- “The physics are hilarious, car selection is nice, map size is great.”
- “I love smashing the cars; it is so funny! 😂😂😂😂”
- “This game is amazing! I love it; it's so funny when you see one police car literally go full speed and then crashes into another police car. I love it; definitely 5 stars for this game.”
- “This game has become so broken and unbalanced, it's not funny. The police car doesn't even touch me; it's ridiculous.”
- “The attempts at humor fall flat and feel forced, making the experience more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
- “I expected some laughs, but the jokes are stale and the humor is just plain awkward.”
optimization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
36%
23%
The game's optimization is inconsistent, with some users reporting good performance on lower-end devices while others experience significant lag and frame drops, particularly on more powerful phones. While it runs smoothly on older models like the iPhone 5s, many Android users, especially those with newer devices, report poor performance and stuttering. Overall, the optimization needs improvement to ensure a consistently enjoyable experience across a wider range of devices.
- “The optimization is sufficient enough to where you'll get good performance on even lower-end phones.”
- “This game runs smoothly, ads are almost always optional, plus when you choose to watch them you get a reward.”
- “Classic game, runs smoothly on most devices, and is a good way to pass time and have fun.”
- “The first run is ok, still not the best performance but playable, then after that it turns into PowerPoint.”
- “Good game, 3 stars because it's consistently running at less than 30 fps on my S9+, a phone that would have no problem maintaining 60 if it was optimized properly.”
- “The performance of this game is its downfall.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
50%
14%
The reviews indicate a strong desire for a more developed story within the game, as many players feel the lack of a narrative detracts from the overall experience. Users frequently suggest the addition of missions or a story mode to provide context for the gameplay, particularly regarding the police chases. Overall, while the game is considered fun, the absence of a compelling storyline or quests is a common point of criticism.
- “It would be cool if you added a story to the game.”
- “Great storyline and heartwarming, relatable characters.”
- “There's no storyline, nothing.”
- “It's fun but has no story of why you're being chased.”
- “You should put a little story so we know why we're wanted, please.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
56%
17%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the soundtrack and finding it enhances the gameplay, while others express frustration over persistent ad music that plays even after exiting the app. Additionally, there are requests for options to mute the music or adjust the audio settings, as some users find the background music intrusive or inappropriate for the game's atmosphere. Overall, while the music can elevate the experience for some, it detracts from enjoyment for others due to technical issues and lack of customization.
- “Great game! I love the difficulty; it adds up as you crash some police cars with some phonk music, making the game more lit! 😎”
- “The soundtrack is good and the gameplay is nice too! ;)”
- “I love this game! I love the music and design of the game.”
- “At both games I have a problem; it plays the same random music that doesn't belong to the game. If I exit the app, it still plays until I remove the app from recent apps. I can't stop it by muting; I tried, and it plays over the sound of the cars, rockets, and police... it's really annoying.”
- “There's this ad with music, and once you see it, the music from the ad keeps playing over and over again, basically becoming part of the game.”
- “Can you please make an option to turn the music off to just hear the cars and other sounds!”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often leading to a loss of motivation to continue playing. While some enjoy the game and its variety, the excessive grinding required to obtain cars—especially when results are often disappointing—detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, issues like lag and the inability to restore previously acquired items further contribute to the negative perception of grinding in the game.
- “But the lag after a game or two makes it unplayable, and the amount of times you can reroll the same car after grinding points to spin for them makes me lose a lot of the desire to continue playing.”
- “Actually a really fun game, but the amount of grinding needed for one car is a lot, especially when it's almost always common.”
- “The game gets very boring and tedious the more you play.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of fear and frustration in their emotional responses to the game, highlighting moments that evoke genuine scares, such as encountering unsettling visuals that led to tears. While some appreciate the engaging storyline and relatable characters, others are frustrated by gameplay mechanics that lead to quick arrests, contributing to a sense of helplessness. Overall, the emotional experience is characterized by a blend of fear, empathy, and irritation.
- “Great storyline and heartwarming, relatable characters.”
- “You know when you get wrecked and you fall through the ground and you like go up in the air? Yes, after that it made weird noises and then the screen went black and there was a face or something with eyes in the middle of my screen. I cried when I saw that face; it really happens. 😨😱”
- “Love the gameplay except for the glitchy cops who arrest you even if you aren't touching them.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
The game offers a wealth of content that enhances its replayability, though players express frustration with intrusive ads that can detract from the overall experience.
- “There is so much content that it keeps me coming back for more.”
- “The game offers a high replay value with its diverse gameplay options.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making me want to replay it again.”
- “The main problem with this game is it uses annoying ads that are playable and have fake Xs.”