February 22, 2016
neko.works

Super Night Riders

It’s very likely if you’re a gamer in your 30’s like me, that you’ll remember Sega’s 1986 smash hit OutRun very fondly.

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story, replayability

91% User Score Based on 234 reviews

Critic Score 30%Based on 2 reviews

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Super Night Riders is a single player arcade racing game. It was developed by neko.works and was released on February 22, 2016. It received negative reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"Super Night Riders" is a rhythm-based racing game where players control a motorcycle and race through neon-lit environments. The game features a minimalist aesthetic, with fast-paced action and a techno soundtrack. The objective is to reach the goal while keeping in time with the music and avoiding obstacles.

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Audience ScoreBased on 234 reviews

music57 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Super Night Riders offers a nostalgic arcade racing experience reminiscent of classic titles like Hang-On and OutRun, with tight controls and a fun soundtrack.
The game features simple and intuitive gameplay, making it easy to pick up and play, while also providing a challenge as players must navigate through rival bikers to reach checkpoints.
Visually, the game has a charming retro aesthetic with two graphical modes, and it allows players to change the music tracks during gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.

The game is quite short, with most players completing all content in under two hours, leading to concerns about replayability and overall value for the price.
Some players have reported visibility issues during night stages due to poor color combinations and lighting, making it difficult to see oncoming bikers.
The gameplay can feel repetitive, as the rival bikers' placements are predetermined, and the lack of variety in tracks and modes may leave players wanting more.

music
115 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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47%
3%
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a catchy and enjoyable soundtrack that complements the retro racing theme, although it is limited to just six tracks. Players appreciate the ability to select and switch tracks during gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. While some find the music can become repetitive, it effectively captures the nostalgic feel of classic arcade racing games.
- “The soundtrack is very notable and has a bit of its own style I did not anticipate.”
- “The music is great, underscores the retro feel of the game.”
- “The soundtrack in this game is also awesome; the music turns the race more challenging, as well as you'll probably be dancing in your chair while racing due to some of the tracks.”
- “There's barely any music.”
- “Only 6 songs (small con since you can turn it off and play your own music).”
- “The last downside, the Night Rider menu music is fitting when it plays on the main menu, but why did they think it would be great to listen to while in a race?”
graphics
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
50%
4%
The graphics of "Super Night Riders" are generally praised for their appealing aesthetics, offering a blend of modern and retro styles through two graphical settings: "classic" and "super." Players appreciate the clean, cartoon-like visuals and the nostalgic 32-bit polygonal aesthetic, which evoke memories of classic arcade racing games while maintaining a pleasing look that doesn't demand high system resources. Overall, the graphics are described as simple yet charming, fitting well with the game's fast-paced racing action.
- “The graphics are crisp and attractive; however, there is also a 'classic mode' which uses low poly flat shading and stripes on the ground to drive home a retro aesthetic.”
- “Great soundtrack, colorful graphics, a great mechanic where the lighting changes based on what time of day it is, and extremely fast-paced racing action.”
- “The visuals are simple, good looking, and fit with what I would expect from those NES and SNES racing games I played when I was a kid, with the only difference that this game actually uses 3D meshes instead of sprites.”
- “The graphics felt out of place for the kinds of games they were trying to emulate, but the gameplay was spot on.”
- “If I had to pick something about it that seems lacking, it would be that the game establishes Alice as a character, but really that only amounts to a title screen graphic, some behind the scenes artwork, a 'teehee' when you successfully sideswipe someone, and ten frames of animation or so at the end when you get all the achievements.”
- “But when you compare the visuals here to what's on display in upcoming projects such as 90s Super GT or Racing Apex – which aren't even finished yet - and then throw in super-repetitive gameplay and framerate issues, it all runs out of fuel rather quickly.”
gameplay
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
63%
5%
The gameplay is characterized as simplistic and barebones, with easy-to-grasp mechanics that harken back to classic arcade racing games. While some players appreciate the nostalgic feel and smooth controls, many express a desire for more variety, depth, and content to enhance the experience. Overall, the game offers a straightforward racing experience that may appeal to those looking for a retro vibe, but it risks feeling repetitive and lacking in engagement for others.
- “Awesome game with very simple gameplay.”
- “The game mechanics are quite easy to grasp and I think that the difficulty level is appropriate, although the game is pretty short for someone that is used to the concept.”
- “Overall though, the classic arcade gameplay holds up just fine.”
- “Perhaps if there were more variation, more mechanics, and a little more depth to the game, it might have worked for me.”
- “The gameplay is about as barebones as it gets.”
- “The gameplay doesn't have a lot of variety, unfortunately, even compared to the 80s racers.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
75%
15%
The game lacks a meaningful story, featuring no cutscenes, character backstories, or narrative depth. Players control a blonde racer in various racing modes, but the absence of a story mode leaves the experience feeling hollow and unengaging. Overall, the focus is solely on speed and racing mechanics rather than storytelling.
- “Anyway, so let's make an overall analysis: the game doesn't really have a story, but you take control of this blonde girl who's always racing against an endless amount of bikers throughout several different roads.”
- “Maybe a 'story mode' update in the future would flesh her out a bit?”
- “There are no cutscenes, upgrades, different bikes, dramatic fall animations, or story here.”
- “It seems kind of pointless to get the DLC for the cover character art when there's no real backstory for her, unless you make her your personal waifu and make one up or something.”
- “Don't expect a background story or fancy special moves.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game exhibits mixed feedback regarding replayability. While some players find good replay value in attempting to improve scores and times, many express disappointment due to the quick completion of routes and a lack of incentives to revisit tracks after finishing them. This has led to concerns about the game's longevity and overall replayability.
- “This game has great replay value.”
- “The replayability really shines through in the different choices you can make.”
- “Each playthrough offers a unique experience, making you want to dive back in.”
- “The biggest problem for me is the lack of replayability and longevity, since the routes and stages can be completed rather quickly. Although the endurance race will take several tries, there isn't an incentive to race them again other than to get better scores or times.”
- “Not much replayability once you complete all the tracks and courses.”
- “My only complaint is the lack of replay value.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by fitting music that complements the environment, creating an immersive experience. However, the street lights, while adding to the ambiance, can obscure visibility of other bikers during nighttime gameplay, leading to potential unfairness in certain scenarios.
- “The music fits the atmosphere perfectly.”
- “The street lights create a captivating atmosphere, although they can make it difficult to see other bikers, especially during city and hanami at dusk and night.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its stability, being free of bugs and providing a smooth experience, which is a notable achievement for the developer, Milestone.
- “This game is bug-free and provides a nice sensation of speed, something that Milestone's games often lack.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players feel that the game's optimization could be improved by extending the time limits for completing courses, as this would enhance accessibility and enjoyment for a wider audience, particularly for those interested in leaderboard competition.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers appreciate that the game avoids the common pitfalls of modern monetization strategies, such as reliance on DLCs and microtransactions, instead focusing on delivering a complete experience without excessive financial pressure.
- “Not like today's games relying on DLCs, microtransactions, and hype.”

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Super Night Riders is a arcade racing game.

Super Night Riders is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Super Night Riders was released on February 22, 2016.

Super Night Riders was developed by neko.works.

Super Night Riders has received negative reviews from players and negative reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

Super Night Riders is a single player game.

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