Teddy Floppy Ear: The Race
- May 22, 2015
- Forever Entertainment S. A.
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Teddy Floppy Ear: The Race" is a family-friendly racing game featuring a cast of cute and cuddly animal characters. Players compete in various races and obstacle courses, utilizing power-ups and strategic decisions to reach the finish line first. With its charming visuals and simple controls, it's a great choice for players of all ages.
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Reviews
- The game features incredibly cute art design and a charming atmosphere that appeals to children.
- It offers a decent amount of content with various race modes and unlockable characters, making it enjoyable for casual play.
- Many players found it to be a fun, light-hearted racing experience, especially when played in local co-op mode.
- The controls are often described as unresponsive and difficult to master, leading to frustration, especially for younger players.
- The game suffers from poor physics and handling, causing cars to spin out or flip unexpectedly during races.
- Audio design is lackluster, with forgettable music and sound effects that detract from the overall experience.
- graphics86 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the cutesy and cartoonish designs suitable for a younger audience, while others criticize them as bland or subpar. Many comments highlight that while the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they are generally acceptable and fit the family-friendly theme, though some players find them lacking in detail and optimization. Overall, the graphics are described as decent but not exceptional, with a few standout opinions praising their charm and aesthetic appeal.
“The over-the-top graphical power of this game may be hard for some players to handle, as the photo realism of the vast green plains, glowing sunsets, and life-like characters may scare you with its beauty.”
“Beautiful cartoonish graphics and a very funny but even cool control system makes the player want to play and play!”
“This masterpiece in gaming lacks a story, but makes up for it with outstanding gameplay and amazing graphics.”
“The graphics are ugly, and all the characters from the adventure games do not import well into this trash.”
“The graphics are crap but the biggest offender is that this racing game is locked at 30 fps.”
“The other reviews are correct, the driving isn't always easy, and the graphics are for children - so it kind of misses the boat on both counts.”
- music70 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its upbeat and catchy nature, while others find it forgettable or even obnoxious. Many agree that while the soundtrack can enhance the atmosphere, it may become repetitive over time and occasionally drowns out important sound effects. Overall, the music is seen as a significant aspect of the game, though opinions on its quality vary widely.
“The music is composed very nicely and in general sounds atmospheric: it is mild and doesn't draw attention away from the racing; it is an integral part of the gameplay.”
“This is by far the greatest soundtrack in any game ever; the compositions left me in true awe and the only things even comparable to the sounds that will fill your ears are The Beatles' 'Sgt. Pepper's'.”
“Pleasant, but exciting atmosphere, cute characters, great music - especially that one attached to the first race track; I caught that tune immediately.”
“The music is incredibly forgettable and I really didn't like most of the tracks.”
“The music drowned out a lot of the sound effects; it didn't feel satisfying when using the power-ups.”
“The graphics and music are also a bit of a mixed bag, initially fun but gets tiring very quickly.”
- gameplay70 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its intricate mechanics and fun elements, while others criticize it for being stiff and frustrating, particularly for younger players. Many users appreciate the hidden tricks and customization options, but note that the driving mechanics can feel poor and the AI is predictable. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable moments and a whimsical visual style, it struggles with consistency in gameplay quality.
“Finding out about these little tricks in the game mechanics was always a joy, and there's a lot of hidden game mechanics.”
“The gameplay is astonishing (in a good way).”
“This game actually includes very smooth and entertaining gameplay with exciting power-ups and well-hidden shortcuts.”
“The driving mechanics are really poor and AI racers will always stay close to you.”
“Overall though, the gameplay is frustrating and the power-ups are pretty useless.”
“Gameplay is too stiff and takes quite a lot of getting used to.”
- story42 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 24 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a stark contrast in the game's storytelling, with many users noting a complete lack of narrative or character development, particularly in the kart racing aspect. While some appreciate the simplicity and fun of the gameplay, others express disappointment over the absence of a meaningful story, especially compared to previous titles in the series. A few reviews mention emotional depth and character development, but overall, the consensus is that the game is primarily focused on gameplay rather than a compelling story.
“The character development in this game is truly outstanding, and the story is both inspiring and breathtaking at times; you will feel every emotion you have ever known plus more: joy, sadness, anger, regret, fear, shock, surprise, disgust, and true love.”
“This rollercoaster of a story will have you in tears by the end.”
“The story continues the gut-wrenching ending B from Teddy Floppy Ear: Mountain Adventure, which I thought would ruin the game for me because personally, I loved ending D, but ending B makes the game so much better.”
“There's not much story here.”
“That description is what's described from the store page and there's nothing really in the game about any of that; it's basically a simplistic kart racer where there's no story whatsoever, so of course don't expect anything going into this.”
“- the total lack of story/plot or character information makes this game quite tedious to play.”
- stability18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- -6 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting various bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay, such as issues with car movement and race timing. While some players find it playable and even preferable to other kart racing games, others express frustration over persistent technical problems. Overall, the game is described as "buggy," with some areas functioning better than others, but it lacks the polish of more established titles like Mario Kart.
“The game is fairly bug-free, providing a smooth experience.”
“Overall, the game is fairly bug-free, which enhances gameplay.”
“I appreciate that the game is fairly bug-free, making it enjoyable to play.”
“I bought this game to play with my son, but after an hour of trying and troubleshooting, we can't get the cars to move or the race clock to tick.”
“It is frustrating, buggy and definitely no Mario Kart.”
“- The middle of the city stage has a problem with the rank system, so even if you are half a lap in front of everybody, you will keep changing positions with everybody until you are out of the buggy zone.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing power-ups, quirky physics, and a catchy soundtrack, all of which contribute to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. The cartoonish graphics and engaging control system further enhance the fun, making it particularly appealing for younger players. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with gameplay, creating a delightful racing experience.
“Beautiful cartoonish graphics and a very funny but even cool control system makes the player want to play and play!”
“Funny racing game for kids with different cute characters.”
“Physics are pretty funny and the soundtrack is unironically good.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its solid optimization, providing a smooth racing experience reminiscent of Mario Kart but tailored for PC. However, a notable downside is the uniform performance of the cars, which may limit competitive variety. The inclusion of diverse tracks and racing modes enhances the overall gameplay experience.
“It is a well-optimized racing game which is kind of like Mario Kart but better and on PC.”
“The only bad thing is that cars seem to have all the same performance.”
“There are 6 well-designed tracks (some have a night mode, most have a shortcut), some racing modes (single race with 4 difficulties, time trial, cone collecting, and two different tournament modes, respectively), no performance tuning, street features such as speedup arrows, a slow sand patch, and a wet patch that wets your tires so that your next turn is harder to control.”
“The graphics in terms of optimization are lacking.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a profound emotional impact from the game, experiencing intense feelings of trauma and euphoria that can lead to tears during critical moments. The game's ability to evoke such strong emotions is highlighted by players' need to disconnect from notifications to manage their feelings while playing.
“Note: I have over 6,000 hours in this game in offline mode, as I would frequently have to shut myself out from notifications due to the emotional trauma and/or euphoria I experienced so frequently in Teddy Floopy Ear - The Race.”
“Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
“The emotional journey this game takes you on is unlike anything I've ever experienced.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the lack of narrative or character development, which diminishes engagement. Additionally, frustrations arise when completing required tasks, such as races, does not yield expected rewards, leading to a sense of futility in the grinding process.
“Did all the races at a certain point to unlock a new track and, lo and behold, it didn't unlock one of the tracks I was grinding for.”
“The total lack of story, plot, or character information makes this game quite tedious to play.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as pleasant yet exciting, enhanced by cute characters and well-composed music that complements the racing experience without being distracting. The music, particularly notable in the first race track, is integral to the gameplay, creating an immersive environment.
“Pleasant, but exciting atmosphere, cute characters, great music - especially that one attached to the first race track, I caught that tune immediately.”
“The music is composed very nicely and in general sounds atmospheric: it is mild and doesn't draw attention away from the racing, it is an integral part of the gameplay.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game lacks significant replayability, with many users noting that it feels flat compared to more engaging titles like Mario Kart. While it is considered more playable than some lesser racing games, it ultimately does not offer enough variety or excitement to encourage repeated play.
“There isn't any kind of replay value, to be honest.”
“It's more playable than the Hello Kitties racer, but still no Mario Kart. The main issue is it feels a little flat.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is exceptional, with a narrative that evokes a wide range of deep emotions, including joy, sadness, and love. Players find the story both inspiring and breathtaking, enhancing their connection to the characters.
“The character development in this game is truly outstanding, and the story is both inspiring and breathtaking at times. You will feel every emotion you have ever known plus more: joy, sadness, anger, regret, fear, shock, surprise, disgust, and true love.”
