TrackMania Turbo

"TrackMania Turbo is a fantastic arcade racer that really stands apart from the crowd with its electrifying sense of speed and endless thrills both online and offline."

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"Trackmania Turbo" is a racing game that features over 200 high-speed tracks across four unique environments. Its intuitive physics engine and easy-to-learn controls make it accessible for players of all skill levels. The game also includes a track editor, allowing players to create and share their own custom race courses.

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65%

Audience ScoreBased on 715 reviews

graphics57 positive mentions

stability11 negative mentions

The game features 200 tracks across 4 different environments, providing a vast amount of content for players.
The graphics are vibrant and visually appealing, enhancing the overall racing experience.
The gameplay is addictive, with a satisfying loop of time trials and the challenge of achieving better times.

The game requires a Uplay account, which many players find frustrating and unnecessary.
There is a lack of customization options for cars, which disappoints long-time fans of the series.
The multiplayer experience is limited, with no dedicated servers and a dead online community.

graphics
115 mentions
50 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many players praising the vibrant visuals, artistic direction, and improved graphical fidelity compared to previous titles. However, some users noted issues with graphical options and performance, citing a lack of customization and occasional graphical bugs. Overall, while the aesthetics are appreciated, there are mixed feelings about the depth and functionality of the graphics settings.
- “The graphics are beautiful.”
- “The game achieves an amazing coherent art style, which is just a pure joy to experience.”
- “Graphically bright and vibrant it is beautiful!”
- “The graphics for a Ubisoft game coming out in 2016 would be comparable to a mobile port, and it's surprising this never came out on Xbox 360/PS3 as the power of those two machines could easily run it.”
- “The graphics are outdated.”
- “The graphics are simply not up to the standards shown in the trailers, and the keyboard controls feel like an afterthought compared to the precision offered by a controller.”
gameplay
90 mentions
30 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fun mechanics, vibrant graphics, and addictive time trial challenges, offering a satisfying loop of mastering tracks and achieving medals. While the core gameplay remains true to the Trackmania series, some players note that it may not be as accessible on keyboard controls and that the game could benefit from more varied gameplay elements. Overall, it is considered a mechanically refined experience that appeals to both casual players and those seeking depth in mastering driving techniques across different environments.
- “The game has fun music, nice visuals, good mechanics, and the time trial aspect of trying to achieve bronze, silver, gold, and trackmaster medals is a gameplay loop that doesn't get boring for me.”
- “The gameplay is the best I've seen yet in the series; Valley is a lot better to drive now when compared to TM², the campaign is fun, and the new blocks and the game in general look really nice.”
- “What makes Trackmania great - always has and always will - is the gameplay.”
- “First, I want to comment that this game is clearly not designed for keyboard, and due to the way the drifting mechanic works specifically in this game, and also how slippery some of the cars are (more than other games), you will have a much harder time playing this game on keyboard.”
- “The basic gameplay is fine, but with all the missing features and this game being an obvious console port, I just can't recommend it in its current state.”
- “The environments seem fun even though it's basically just the previous 3 environments plus a new one, but the completely console-focused gameplay ruins it, especially when playing the rollercoaster lagoon environment with keyboard instead of a controller.”
music
67 mentions
34 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its energetic and fitting soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience, particularly through dynamic mixing based on player speed. However, some players express frustration over the limited selection, repetitive tracks, and lack of options for custom playlists or song selection during gameplay. Overall, while the music is often described as enjoyable and immersive, design choices regarding track variety and customization have drawn criticism.
- “The music complements the gameplay and reacts to how fast you're going.”
- “The soundtrack fits the game nicely.”
- “It has adaptive music that fits in great with the game and makes you feel far more in the flow of the tracks.”
- “The music cuts out at annoying times.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and loops after the first few tracks, with no in-built custom playlist support.”
- “Limited music around 7 songs.”
optimization
27 mentions
48 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The game is highly praised for its optimization, running smoothly on a wide range of hardware, including lower-end systems, with many users reporting high frame rates even at maximum settings. Players appreciate the responsive controls and lack of performance issues, indicating that the game is well-optimized for both casual and competitive play. Overall, it delivers impressive graphics and stability, making it accessible to a broad audience.
- “It's very well optimized and runs at 120fps @ 4k on my system.”
- “All the tracks have intense stunts and high speed which is brought together with a great sense of speed, awesome optimization (100 fps average on max settings multi and singleplayer with a Radeon R9 270X) and great physics.”
- “Graphically speaking, the game is on par with the console versions even at the medium settings, and seems to be optimized well - my modest rig can easily run the game at 60+fps.”
- “Imagine older games with less optimization and accessibility actually being playable, and a fairly modern game like this not.”
- “With a severe lack of features in servers, car customization, avatar customization, input customization, monitor setting customization (3D, 4K, VR), and overall game performance, the only reason to want to play this is its pretty new coat.”
- “Everything is optimized for a controller, doing basic track building becomes a pain.”
stability
15 mentions
27 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
73 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while many players report good performance and optimization, particularly on higher-end systems, there are notable issues with buggy vehicle controls and some frustrating bugs, especially in specific game modes like the lagoon and stadium. Despite these flaws, some users find the bugs add a certain charm to the experience, making it enjoyable for casual play.
- “I'll start with performance: I have a 4690k and 8GB DDR3, and the game ran fine on my 960 2GB, and obviously runs great on my new Vega 56.”
- “I don't understand why people are complaining; I've been playing Trackmania for a while now and this game is my favorite of the lot. It runs great, has good graphics, 4 different types of vehicles, fast gameplay, and it's enjoyable.”
- “Game is fun and looks & runs great; really well optimized.”
- “Contacting Ubisoft support gives you a bunch of useless troubleshooting steps.”
- “Normally that would be fine but you can't make fine adjustments to your car, especially the buggy and especially when on dirt, so a lot of times whether you hit the jumps right feels like random luck which adds to the frustration.”
- “The game has a few flaws; stuff like the sand buggy physics are all screwy (sand should not be ice... just saying), but it's a blast and it's nice that Ubisoft only charged $40 for it.”
humor
8 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of amusing glitches and lighthearted elements, such as the funny collisions in Monoscreen and the absurdity of players still choosing the buggy stadium over newer environments. While some players find the demeaning in-game voice lacking in humor, others appreciate the comedic potential in customizing their cars and the overall silliness of certain game mechanics. Overall, the humor is seen as a blend of unintentional laughs from bugs and intentional comedic design.
- “If you're going to have an in-game voice that demeans you, at least make it funny.”
- “I think it's pretty sad/funny that even in the new turbo game, people keep playing stadium, even in favor of the new environment (rollercoaster lagoon).”
- “Monoscreen is hilarious, and it has collisions between cars!”
emotional
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the game's mechanics, which detract from the emotional experience, leading to feelings of failure that stem from control issues rather than genuine mistakes. The inconsistency in vehicle handling across different environments contributes to a sense of unfairness, overshadowing any potential emotional engagement with the game.
- “The game never made me feel like I failed for any reason other than me legitimately messing up.”
- “If you play on keyboard, touching any direction key will make your car spin uncontrollably, which doesn't make any sense.”
- “In stark contrast, the lagoon cars are twitchy as all hell and you can complete all of the white tracks without even touching the brakes once.”
monetization
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received criticism for excessive ads cluttering the screen, which detracts from the overall experience. While there are currently no microtransactions, players express frustration over the lack of customization options and the desire for more straightforward unlocks without the need for time investment.
- “The game lacks customization options. At least there are no microtransactions so far, but I don't want to unlock things in time; I just want to paint the car a solid color or whatever.”
- “The effects added in the game have a very unnecessary look to them, a bit like those stereotypical Japanese ads.”
- “I definitely want 50 ads all over my screen when playing.”
replayability
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through competitive leaderboards, challenging players to improve their rankings both globally and regionally. While some users suggest purchasing it on sale, they agree that the game remains enjoyable and engaging, reminiscent of previous titles in the series.
- “Leaderboards give this game a lot of replayability as it's very difficult to be #1 in the world or even in your region.”
- “To be honest, I'd recommend buying this game on sale, as it definitely has replayability and an enjoyment factor.”
- “I may not be a good TM player, but at least all the previous environments of TM were playable and fun.”
- “Leaderboards give this game a lot of replayability as it's very difficult to be #1 in the world or even your region.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is highly praised for its impressive blend of chill vibes reminiscent of Trackmania Sunrise and the exhilarating feel of giant magnetic rollercoaster elements. The extensive track selection and solid car customization further enhance the immersive experience.
- “The atmosphere is just awesome; the track selection is huge, and the car customization is quite good.”
- “Those tracks combine the chill atmosphere of TrackMania Sunrise's levels and add a whole new set of giant magnetic rollercoaster parts, making you feel like you're actually controlling one, as ridiculous as that sounds.”
- “The sound, atmosphere, and graphics create an immersive experience.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth and immersion that I expected.”
- “The sound design does not complement the atmosphere, making it feel disjointed and unengaging.”
- “Overall, the atmosphere fails to create a compelling experience, leaving me feeling disconnected from the game.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to poorly designed levels that require lengthy attempts to complete. While the game starts off enjoyable, it quickly becomes a chore as minor mistakes can lead to significant setbacks.
- “Trying to grind out 3-minute long levels that are poorly designed is one of the most tedious things I've tried to do in a while.”
- “This game is fun for a while but becomes painfully tedious when one little mistake costs you the race.”
story
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The story in the game has been described as repetitive, yet it retains the essence of the franchise, which fans appreciate. Despite initial concerns from potential buyers due to negative reviews, players find the narrative engaging and well-integrated into the overall gameplay experience.
- “At first, I was a little afraid to buy this game after all the bad reviews I had seen, but since I got the game, it's a completely new story.”
- “The story may be repetitive, but I'm glad Nadeo is still here, providing a well-optimized game that is open to console players. The essence of TrackMania is still here, and I absolutely love it.”
- “The story is repetitive and lacks depth, making it feel stale and unengaging.”
- “I was initially hesitant to buy this game due to the negative reviews, and unfortunately, the story did not live up to my expectations.”
- “While the gameplay is well-optimized, the story feels uninspired and fails to captivate the player.”