SuperSpec Rallycross
- July 11, 2024
- Volume Games
Get on Steam"SuperSpec Rallycross is a top-down, retro-style racing game that brings the excitement of rallycross to the screen. With easy-to-learn controls and a satisfying gameplay loop, it's perfect for both newcomers and enthusiasts. The inclusion of a joker lap strategy and split-screen party play for up to four players adds an extra layer of fun and competition. True to the sport and its culture, SuperSpec Rallycross offers a unique and nostalgic racing experience."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is fast, arcadey, and offers a fun pick-up-and-play experience with intuitive controls and a delightful cartoony graphics style.
- It features a variety of cars and tracks, and the high-energy music enhances the overall racing experience.
- The game is highly recommended for fans of top-down racers and provides a great multiplayer experience with local co-op options.
- The game lacks sufficient content, with a short campaign that can be completed in a few hours, leading to a desire for more tracks and modes.
- There is currently no online multiplayer, which many players feel is a missed opportunity for a game of this nature.
- Some gameplay mechanics, such as collision detection and post-race stats display, need improvement for a more polished experience.
- graphics9 mentions
- 89 % positive mentions
- -22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a charming, cartoony art style that evokes nostalgia and enhances the fun gameplay, particularly in multiplayer settings. While many players appreciate the intuitive top-down visuals, some feel that the overall experience lacks depth, leading to mixed reviews with an average rating of 6/10.
“Very intuitive and easy to get into, with a delightful cartoony graphics style.”
“Just fun, nostalgic a bit, fun graphics and easy gameplay that definitely is a blast to play with friends.”
“I really enjoy the top-down graphics.”
“The graphics are decent but feel outdated compared to other games released this year.”
“While the art style has potential, the execution falls flat, making everything look bland and uninspired.”
“The character models lack detail, and the environments feel empty and lifeless.”
- music6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its high energy and catchiness, enhancing the overall arcade racing experience. Reviewers highlight the rocking soundtrack and sound design as key elements that contribute to the fun and engaging atmosphere of the game.
“The music is high energy and awesome.”
“Great racer, tight controls, rocking soundtrack and sound design - great arcade fun.”
“Pros - fun arcade racer, catchy in-game music, various cars and tracks to choose from.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, particularly the introduction of the joker lap, which adds a fun and challenging element to the racing experience. However, some users feel that the overall gameplay currently lacks depth, making it a somewhat shallow experience despite its strong art style and mechanics.
“I think the joker lap brings a fun and challenging mechanic to a racing game like this.”
“Gameplay - 8/10”
“The art style and game mechanics are great.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players express disappointment in the game's replayability, rating it a low 3/10, as they feel the lack of a deeper progression system limits their motivation to revisit the content after completing the grand prix multiple times.
“The game offers a variety of challenges and modes that keep me coming back for more, ensuring high replayability.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different strategies and character combinations I can explore.”
“The random events and unlockable content make every session unique, enhancing the overall replay value.”
“After beating every grand prix three times and completing other tasks for the remaining achievements, I really wish there was a deeper progression system to allow for further replayability.”
“Replayability - 3/10”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is highlighted by detailed performance characteristics for each car, allowing players to understand and utilize the unique attributes of their vehicles effectively.
“...performance characteristics for each car”
“...performance characteristics for each car”
