The MoneyMakers Rallye
- December 4, 2020
- The Unknown Machine
- 4h median play time
Get on Steam"The MoneyMakers Rallye" is a racing game where players compete in rallies to earn money and upgrade their cars. The game features various environments, weather conditions, and a dynamic day and night cycle. With the money earned, players can customize their cars and buy new ones to progress and unlock challenges.
Reviews
- The game is a fun and user-friendly update of the classic 'Dr. Drago's Madcap Chase', offering enjoyable gameplay with friends and online multiplayer options.
- It features a variety of gameplay elements, including random events and new cards, which add depth and balance to the experience.
- The graphics and design are significantly improved, making it visually appealing and engaging for players.
- Some players find the game tedious and lacking in excitement, with a slow pace that can lead to boredom.
- There are several bugs and issues, such as AI ignoring certain game mechanics and problems with the bug report feature.
- The game misses some of the charm and personality of the original, including the absence of player characters and the iconic announcer.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fun graphics and a variety of engaging events, enhancing the overall experience. While it retains familiar mechanics from previous titles, it introduces new features that add depth and balance, though some players feel it lacks the charm of its predecessor. Overall, it successfully combines classic elements with modern twists, appealing to both new and returning players.
“Fun graphics, cool events, more variety in the gameplay.”
“It's a digital board game which I would say lives up to the classic and takes a few steps further, adding some features that the classic didn't have such as casino, police checks, and even a welfare balloon. All of these gameplay elements, which seem innocent, add quite a bit of balance to the game.”
“And it is exactly this spirit, this attention to detail, and also the same gameplay that we find again 25 years later in 'the moneymaker rallye'.”
“Same game mechanics as Dr. Drago's Madcap Chase, but doesn't quite capture the charm of it.”
“I can't remember seeing a single human in 4 hours of gameplay so far.”
“The home stretch mechanics are a quirky idea but make the 1-6 field cards worth even less.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their beauty and improved design, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. However, some players express a desire for pixel art aesthetics and note issues with visibility when exploring the new map, which detracts from appreciating the visual details. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal, despite some minor criticisms.
“Much more beautiful graphics, design, and interface.”
“Missing the dastardly look from Drago, but the graphics are way better; loving it!”
“Graphics are good and gameplay is fun.”
“I personally would have preferred pixel art graphics.”
“The graphics are lacking in detail and feel outdated.”
“The character models look flat and unappealing.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its wacky characters and a comedic announcer who provides entertaining commentary throughout the journey across Europe, often eliciting laughter and emotional responses from players. The blend of funny interactions and a villain adds to the lighthearted yet engaging atmosphere.
“House of fun and tears in your eyes from laughing :D”
“You had to cross Europe with funny characters, and you were also followed by a villain.”
“The wacky and funny announcer who led the players through the game and made comments on the statistics and new goals.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in "The Moneymakers Rallye" is characterized as slow-paced and monotonous, often described as a boring jingle rather than engaging music. Additionally, players have noted bugs that detract from the experience, such as AI issues, which further diminish the overall enjoyment of the game's audio elements.
“The music is jolly and adds a fun atmosphere to the game, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack is catchy and keeps the energy up while playing, making it enjoyable to sabotage your friends.”
“The game features a variety of tunes that complement the gameplay, creating a lively and engaging environment.”
“The 'Moneymakers Rallye' is slow-paced and features a monotonous, boring 'jingle' that hardly qualifies as music. Additionally, there are bugs, such as the AI ignoring the travel ban card, which I discovered after playing just over 25 minutes.”
“The same jolly music plays repeatedly, which can become tiresome, especially when there are many ways to sabotage your friends (friends sold separately).”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unappealing, leading to a general recommendation against it.
“I wouldn't recommend it to anyone because of how tedious it is.”
“The grinding feels endless and becomes a chore rather than fun.”
“It takes too long to progress, making the game feel more like a job than a hobby.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users have reported stability issues, particularly with the built-in bug report feature, which is malfunctioning and allows keystrokes to be executed in-game while the report is open.
“The built-in bug report (F1 key) itself is buggy, because the game continues and keystrokes are executed in the game.”
