Super Woden GP

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"Super Woden GP" is a racing game where you start at the bottom of the motorworld and work your way up by participating in various competitions, such as championships, rallies, and arcade mode. The game features an intuitive main map, a wide variety of vehicles from different manufacturers, and a vibrant graphic style. You can also customize your vehicles with unique designs and unlock hidden ones. The game offers various display modes, and a variety of race tracks and events to compete in.

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+11

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 121 reviews

music19 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Super Woden GP captures the nostalgic feel of classic arcade racing games, providing a fun and engaging experience.
The game features a wide variety of cars and tracks, with each vehicle offering a unique handling experience, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate depth in racing mechanics.
The graphics and soundtrack are well-executed, enhancing the overall retro vibe and making the game visually appealing and immersive.

The AI behavior is frustrating, as they follow a predetermined path and often collide with the player, making races feel less dynamic and more scripted.
The controls can feel unresponsive and floaty, especially with certain cars, which can lead to a frustrating experience for players expecting tight arcade handling.
Progression can be slow and cumbersome, with a lack of customization options for cars and a complicated menu system that detracts from the racing experience.

music
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
24%
10%
The music in the game is widely praised for its fun, retro chiptune style and upbeat vibe, effectively complementing the gameplay and visuals. While many players enjoy the soundtrack and even listen to it outside the game, some note that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the music enhances the gaming experience, though options for customization could improve player satisfaction.
- “Along with its beautiful artistic design and the stunning visuals, it features a fantastic soundtrack that complements its challenging gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack is so awesome I listen to it in my car.”
- “Tight gameplay, really cool art style, all the right cars and a soundtrack which gets you hyped, even if you are ahead of the pack.”
- “If there's a downside, the music can be repetitive due to a lack of variety - it's not bad exactly, but a constant mix of chip-tunes and fairground rave can get a bit tiresome after a while (but of course, you can turn it off!).”
- “The music is bad and jarring; I have it turned off.”
- “The soundtrack is quite vibey in this game, but it doesn't stand out as memorable.”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
25%
11%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charming retro aesthetic, detailed artistic design, and vibrant visuals that evoke nostalgia for classic titles. Players appreciate the smooth performance and the game's ability to balance style with gameplay, although some have noted minor graphical glitches. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the engaging soundtrack.
- “Along with its beautiful artistic design and the stunning visuals, it features a fantastic soundtrack that complements its challenging gameplay.”
- “The graphics are niche but look fantastic with just the right amount of detail.”
- “The aesthetic, music, world map and progression are so clearly inspired by old school Gran Turismo, I instantly fell in love with it.”
- “The menu graphics are kinda uncanny though, but I cannot recommend this game enough!”
- “There are a few issues I have though, I get occasional graphical glitches where it stutters ever so slightly (gtx 1080ti), and at times the collisions seem to be very harsh for your car, often sending you spiraling into a spin that is a race ender.”
- “However, after some more months, I found out the demos for this game were playable, so I gave it a shot to see if it would run on my extra budget computer (i7-3820, 16GB RAM DDR3-1600, EVGA Superclocked GTX 750ti 2GB... so below the mini specs for the graphics card).”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
20%
15%
The gameplay is widely praised for its satisfying mechanics, polished physics, and a diverse selection of cars and tracks that enhance the racing experience. Players appreciate the challenging yet addictive nature of the game, complemented by a fantastic soundtrack and artistic design. However, some users note frustrations with certain gameplay decisions, particularly regarding camera angles and AI behavior, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “Mechanics are satisfying when learned, and the AI can be fairly competitive.”
- “It's got a great variety of race events and tracks, a nice selection of cars with some surprises, addictive arcade gameplay that keeps you coming back for more.”
- “Tight gameplay, really cool art style, all the right cars, and a soundtrack that gets you hyped, even if you are ahead of the pack.”
- “Update: after many patches, the stuttering is fixed, but core gameplay is still broken for me.”
- “'Super Woden GP' is a top-down racing game with a focus on the classic gameplay of this genre.”
- “The gameplay brings back memories of the arcades, slightly challenging without being ruthless about your mistakes as you learn how to play.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
29%
29%
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its solid performance, reliable framerate, and full controller and keyboard/mouse support, with no crashes reported. It runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, and driving physics are well-balanced. However, some players note issues with core gameplay and the lack of car tuning options, which limits performance customization.
- “It has full controller and keyboard/mouse support, is very reliable (never crashed once), and the performance/frame rate has been absolutely fine.”
- “In 2023, this game is completely solid performance-wise.”
- “While I am not an expert in racing games, I found the driving physics very well balanced and optimized.”
- “Update: after many patches, the stuttering is fixed, but core gameplay is still broken for me.”
- “Unfortunately, there is no tuning the cars: the performance rating is fixed forever, most cars won't max out their respective class.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a nostalgic emotional connection to the game, reminiscent of classic supercar experiences from the Amiga era. However, there is a sense of frustration regarding the collision mechanics, where players feel their control is compromised by interactions with other cars.
- “The only game that made me feel the nostalgia of the good old supercar days of Amiga.”
- “You are more affected by touching other cars than they are.”
- “(Oh, well…) when cars come in contact, the car touching yours is about as much in control of your car as you are.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is generally positive, with players enjoying the nostalgic gameplay; however, some users report occasional graphical glitches and harsh collision physics that can disrupt the experience. Despite these minor issues, many still find the game enjoyable overall.
- “There are a few issues I have though; I get occasional graphical glitches where it stutters ever so slightly (GTX 1080 Ti), and at times the collisions seem to be very harsh for your car, often sending you spiraling into a spin that is a race ender. There are minor niggles though, and I'm loving it so far.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the slower car classes enjoyable, but concerns about late-game issues limit the game's overall replayability. While some users appreciate the demos, they suggest waiting for a sale before purchasing, indicating that the game's long-term appeal may be hindered by its current state.
- “The slow car classes are genuinely fun to mess around with despite somewhat heavy car physics, but because of the late game issues, I would only recommend buying this game on sale. I hope the developer tries to make faster car classes more playable in GP 2.”
- “However, after some more months, I found out the demos for this game were playable, so I gave it a shot to see if it would run on my extra budget computer (i7-3820, 16GB RAM DDR3-1600, EVGA Superclocked GTX 750Ti 2GB... so below the minimum specs for the graphics card, but I had to go with my gut).”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, often feeling compelled to repeatedly attempt races or grind for cash due to a lack of suitable cars for progression. This can lead to frustration and diminish the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
- “I'm either trying a race too many times to be fun or grinding for cash because I haven't got the right cars to try any other races.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to enjoy the actual gameplay.”
- “I spend more time grinding for resources than actually playing the game, which really kills the experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The diverse race courses significantly enhance the game's atmosphere, providing a rich and varied backdrop that complements the overall experience.
- “The race courses are also pretty diverse and contribute nicely to the game's atmosphere.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its humor, which adds an enjoyable layer to the challenging gameplay, making it both entertaining and engaging for players.
- “This game is hilarious and offers a great challenge!”
- “The humor in this game keeps me laughing while I play!”
- “I love how the witty dialogue adds to the fun and challenge of the game!”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization model of the game is viewed positively, as players feel it reflects the developer's genuine passion for the project rather than being a mere cash grab.