Synth Retro Vapor Wave

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"Synth Retro Vapor Wave" is a rhythm-based driving game where you avoid collisions while customizing your car and listening to your local music collection. The game features 12 maps, 5 cars, and over 20 music tracks, with dynamic raindrop windows and an AI co-pilot for added challenge. Steam features include achievements, leaderboards, and cloud support.

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Play Modes

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

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

music5 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features amazing background footage and ethereal music, creating a relaxing and immersive experience.
It's a simple and charming simulator that allows players to zone out and enjoy the retro aesthetic while driving.
The gameplay is easy and satisfying, making it a great choice for those looking for a chill game to unwind with.

The game suffers from technical issues, including poor menu navigation and bugs that affect gameplay.
There is a lack of content, with limited maps and cars, leading to a repetitive experience.
Some players find the graphics to be blurry, making it difficult to see obstacles and navigate effectively.

music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ethereal quality and ability to enhance the relaxing atmosphere, complementing the beautiful, minimalist environments. Players appreciate the retro aesthetic and suggest features like audio-reactive elements that could further integrate the soundtrack with the gameplay experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout aspect that significantly contributes to the enjoyment of the game.
- “Ethereal music and beautiful environmental settings make the game perfect!”
- “Very basic and minimalist, but some of the environments have a really ethereal feel, and combined with the dreamy music, it results in a relaxing experience.”
- “Or you can play it as an idle game by removing the traffic and just enjoy the scenery while listening to the awesome soundtrack.”
- “Game freezes if you try to load a folder with other folders inside it, or when loading too much music.”
- “Very basic and minimalist, but some of the environments have a really ethereal feel, and combined with the dreamy music it results in a relaxing experience.”
- “Audio reactive parts of the environments, so that your music can feel more a part of the game.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are praised for their retro and vaporwave aesthetic, creating a chill and charming atmosphere. However, some users express frustration over hardware requirements, specifically the need for an NVIDIA GTX 1060, which limits accessibility for some players. Overall, the visuals are well-received, appealing to fans of the retro style.
- “I love the music and the general aesthetic, especially the retro setting.”
- “Chill and charming game if you love the retrowave aesthetic.”
- “Really happy to see this game on the market, definitely check it out if you're looking for a nice, easy, vapor-aesthetic game to get baked with!”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Gameplay is criticized for its poor controls and confusing customization menu, making it difficult for players to manage their vehicles effectively. While the core mechanic involves simple highway driving and overtaking, the overall experience is marred by frustrating design choices.
- “The controls are intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play.”
- “The variety of challenges keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
- “The menu says it's Q & E to change view when it's actually C; the customization menu is just terrible to use. You can't see which part of the car is selected, and the gameplay feels terrible.”
- “The gameplay is simple; you drive on a highway and overtake other cars.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's story effectively tackles contemporary political issues, culminating in a surprising plot twist that enhances its narrative depth.
- “The game does an excellent job of addressing current issues in today's political climate, culminating in an amazing plot twist at the end.”
- “The story is incredibly engaging, with well-developed characters and a narrative that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “I was captivated by the depth of the storyline and the emotional journey it took me on throughout the game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report stability issues, particularly game freezes occurring when attempting to load folders containing subfolders or when loading an excessive amount of music.
- “The game freezes when I try to load a folder that contains other folders, or when I attempt to load too much music.”
- “I experience frequent crashes when navigating through my music library, especially with larger folders.”
- “Loading multiple music files at once often leads to instability, causing the game to become unresponsive.”