Super Arcade Racing

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Super Arcade Racing is a single player and multiplayer casual racing game. It was developed by OutOfTheBit Ltd and was released on October 15, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Super Arcade Racing" is a story-driven racing game where you enter the world of underground car racing to save your brother. The game features 60+ tracks across 5 biomes and customizable cars with over a billion combinations. Compete in online cross-platform multiplayer or local multiplayer, and strive for the best time in the world on each track.

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Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

story7 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Super Arcade Racing successfully combines retro aesthetics with modern gameplay mechanics, providing a nostalgic yet fresh racing experience.
The game features over 60 unique tracks across five visually distinct biomes, ensuring a variety of challenges that keep gameplay engaging.
Extensive vehicle customization options allow players to personalize their cars, adding strategic depth and enhancing the overall experience.

Some players find the story mode lacking in depth and character development, making it feel generic and unoriginal.
The close-up camera view can lead to frustration as it limits visibility of upcoming track hazards, making races feel unfair at times.
There are complaints about the lack of control customization options and difficulty settings, which could enhance the gameplay experience.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
66%
10%
The game's story mode adds a narrative layer to the racing experience, providing context and motivation for players as they progress through challenges and rivalries. While some players appreciate the cheesy charm and unexpected twists, others criticize the story for being generic and lacking depth. Overall, the narrative enhances the single-player experience, though it may not be the main draw for everyone.
- “Beyond the core racing mechanics, the game also offers a narrative-driven story mode that adds an unusual but welcome layer of context to the races.”
- “While the story itself isn’t overly complex, it serves to create a sense of progression and motivation, making each race feel like a meaningful step in the protagonist’s journey through the racing world.”
- “The story has several twists that I didn't expect.”
- “The story is unoriginal, generic, and incredibly stupid.”
- “Story is something out of a children's book though, very forgettable or in my case laughable.”
- “While the story of the campaign feels a bit unnecessary, the racing itself is all the fun you wish for from a racer like this.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
37%
19%
The graphics of Super Arcade Racing are characterized by a vibrant, pixelated art style that pays homage to classic arcade games while incorporating modern gameplay elements. Players appreciate the charming visuals and detailed animations, although some note inconsistencies in the art style. Overall, the graphics effectively enhance the nostalgic experience, complemented by an energetic soundtrack that adds to the game's appeal.
- “Super Arcade Racing, developed and published by Outofthebit Ltd, is a vibrant homage to classic arcade racing games that successfully merges retro aesthetics with modern gameplay mechanics.”
- “Visually, the game embraces a colorful, pixelated art style that is both charming and functional.”
- “I love the graphics, the tracks, the detailed, animated pixel art, and how much our car can interact with so many obstacles on the tracks, including smashing into other cars to knock them out of the way.”
- “- inconsistent art style (top down and isometric pixel art)”
- “This is a racing game that combines the visuals of GTA(1)'s cars with SNES RPG backgrounds and the gameplay of Micro Machines or similar top-down racing games.”
- “Simple little retro racer with pixel graphics and jaunty music.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
Super Arcade Racing offers engaging gameplay that blends retro aesthetics with modern mechanics, featuring diverse environments and track designs that keep races fresh. The game includes a narrative-driven story mode and customization options, enhancing the overall experience. While praised for its depth and multiplayer features, some players noted potential AI rubberbanding and a need for focus to secure victories.
- “Super Arcade Racing, developed and published by OutOfTheBit Ltd, is a vibrant homage to classic arcade racing games that successfully merges retro aesthetics with modern gameplay mechanics.”
- “Each environment has its own flavor and track design, keeping the races engaging and preventing the gameplay from becoming repetitive.”
- “Customization is another standout feature that greatly enriches the gameplay.”
- “I think there may be a rubberband mechanic with the AI.”
- “+ Gameplay is not a piece of cake; you need to focus to finish in first place.”
- “Sar isn't super fast in terms of gameplay, but the races are neat quick little bits that create a nice flow, being fully relieved from the heavy loading times of the 16-bit era.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with a dynamic and energetic soundtrack that enhances the arcade atmosphere without becoming repetitive. While some players find the tunes catchy yet inappropriate, the overall quality is appreciated, featuring over 30 enjoyable tracks that fit the retro aesthetic. The combination of engaging music, retro graphics, and solid controls contributes to a nostalgic yet modern racing experience.
- “The dynamic soundtrack complements the visuals perfectly, blending energetic tunes that enhance the overall arcade atmosphere without becoming repetitive or distracting.”
- “Tons of achievements, the customization is nice, making money isn't a pain, the music is good, and has just enough detail in it to make it seem like the creators actually cared.”
- “The controls, retro graphics, and retro music all gel together for a great modern take on arcade racing.”
- “The music is inappropriate but annoyingly catchy.”
- “Unfortunately, they just show up without much build-up, so the music doesn't develop as strong an identity for them as it could have.”
- “While playing, I didn't think there were that many songs in the game, but I was surprised to find that there's a little over 30 of them.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game features extensive vehicle customization options, with over a billion combinations available, enabling players to enhance both the aesthetics and performance of their cars to match their preferences.
- “The game boasts a staggering number of vehicle customization options, reportedly over a billion combinations, allowing players to fine-tune their cars’ aesthetics and performance to suit their personal preferences.”
- “You can customize your car for improved looks and performance.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the option to practice tracks when facing challenges, but many feel that grinding for money in earlier races to fund upgrades is a more efficient strategy for progression.
- “You can always practice a track if you're especially stuck, but I think grinding money from earlier races for upgrades would be a better use of your time.”
- “The constant need to grind for resources makes the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- “Grinding for levels and items becomes repetitive and tedious, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's multiplayer versatility enhances its replayability, fostering community engagement and providing a nostalgic yet engaging experience for players. With its fast-paced racing mechanics, Super Arcade Racing offers significant replay value, making it enjoyable for both new and returning players.
- “This multiplayer versatility significantly boosts the game’s replayability and community engagement.”
- “Whether you’re nostalgic for the arcade racers of the past or simply looking for an engaging, fast-paced racing game with plenty of replay value, Super Arcade Racing offers a thoroughly enjoyable ride from start to finish.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is enhanced by a dynamic soundtrack that perfectly complements the visuals, featuring energetic tunes that elevate the arcade experience without becoming repetitive or distracting.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the inclusion of a story mode but believe it lacks sufficient narrative depth and character development, which could enhance the overall engagement of the single-player campaign.
- “Some players feel that the story mode, while a nice addition, could benefit from more narrative depth or additional character development to make the single-player campaign more compelling.”