Truck Racer

About

"Truck Racer" is a racing game that features fully destructible trucks and 48 tracks across 10 different environments. Players can choose from 6 truck categories, each with distinct styles and thousands of customizable paint jobs, as well as 54 possible upgrades. The game offers 4 game modes, including a championship mode with 13 events, and 2 multiplayer modes for up to 4 players. Realistic and localized damage adds to the intensity of the races.

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 136 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fun arcade-style racing game with a good damage model and enjoyable truck customization.
Offers a variety of tracks and game modes, providing a nostalgic feel reminiscent of older racing games.
Great for casual play, especially in split-screen mode with friends, making it a good choice for light-hearted racing fun.

AI opponents are poorly designed, often getting stuck and making races too easy and predictable.
Graphics and overall presentation feel dated, resembling a game from the early 2010s rather than a modern title.
Limited truck selection and repetitive gameplay can lead to boredom after a short time.

graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they appear dated and lack the polish seen in other titles from 2013. While some appreciate the decent models and visual effects, others criticize issues like poor draw distance, screen tearing, and overall blurriness. Despite these shortcomings, a few players find the graphics acceptable for an arcade-style game, highlighting the fun customization options and solid destruction models.
- “Very cool graphics (even if textures are not high resolution).”
- “The models are nice with satisfying damage models, the sounds are basic but not awful, the graphical effects are good, if a bit distracting at times, and the menus & UI are beautiful.”
- “Healthy use of graphical effects makes the truck racer feel way less younger than it is; most tracks have the feel of a game from 2017 rather than 2013, although dated crowd visuals give it away.”
- “Truck handling, racetracks, visuals, lighting, visual effects, sound effects, music, destruction, enemy AI, and physics are all bad even for a 2013 game.”
- “Graphics are not that great either; there were much better looking games in 2013.”
- “The constant screen tearing that requires manually enabling VSync in the graphics driver settings to fix, because the game doesn't have a VSync option.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The music in the game is largely criticized for its lack of in-race tracks, with players noting that the only notable piece is the catchy menu soundtrack. Many reviewers feel that the absence of racing music contributes to a lifeless atmosphere during gameplay, detracting from the overall experience. While the menu track is appreciated, the overall sound design is deemed insufficient for an arcade racer.
- “And the best part (well besides the game) is the soundtrack!”
- “There's only one song in this game, the one in the menus, which is actually pretty catchy as far as these kinds of games go.”
- “Pumping beats make up most of the soundtrack with truck and collision sounds being correctly chaotic during pileups, so you get nicely disoriented.”
- “The game could use some music during the races; however, you have a nice menu track, but after that, it's just race noises.”
- “The biggest faults I have are the lack of in-race music and the abysmal rival AI.”
- “There is no soundtrack except for the music of the main menu.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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The gameplay is reminiscent of "Dirt Showdown," featuring straightforward racing mechanics with trucks across various environments, lacking complex mid-race switching mechanics. While the game includes a boost system tied to drifting and collisions, it suffers from poor physics and can feel limiting, despite offering a fun racing experience with a classic progression system. Overall, players can expect around six hours of engaging championship racing, though opinions on the gameplay quality vary significantly.
- “If you liked dirt showdown, you will find the same type of mechanics, enjoyment, and gameplay while driving various trucks in different environments.”
- “The tracks are all laid out well and grow more difficult as you progress through the championship mode, and the game offers around 6 hours of gameplay in that championship mode.”
- “+classic gameplay: you race, you earn money, you buy new trucks/upgrades, so you can race in higher class championships.”
- “Physics is awful, so is the gameplay.”
- “There's a boost mechanic, which charges when you grind with other trucks, but that usually gets you stuck and slows you down more than it should.”
- “Basically, that's what this game is, no absurd switching mid-race mechanic to be seen, like in motorcycle club.”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it features a deep tuning and upgrade system that significantly impacts vehicle performance, players report inconsistent framerates even on low settings, suggesting potential issues with the porting or overall optimization. Additionally, the handling is generally well-received, and the inclusion of performance and cosmetic upgrades adds depth, though some players feel the AI could be improved. Overall, the game offers a fair price for its content, but technical performance may detract from the experience.
- “Upgrades are available to improve your performance such as engine, transmission, and tires.”
- “It has a really deep tuning and upgrade system which really has a big influence on your truck's performance.”
- “There are six trucks to choose from and quite a few different parts to unlock, and it's fun mixing and matching components to get the best possible performance out of your vehicles.”
- “First of all, this is probably a bad port or a poorly optimized game, as the framerate is inconsistent even on low settings.”
- “Damage doesn't seem to affect your performance either, and all you see are debris falling all over the track.”
- “Truck racer has some other things that motorcycle club just plain doesn't include at all: performance & cosmetic upgrades (which probably don't help with the whole AI being slow problem, but ah well, they tried).”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its simple yet effective comedic elements, particularly through hilarious physics and visually impactful damage to vehicles. Players find the split-screen two-player mode enhances the fun, making it an enjoyable arcade racing experience despite its brevity and lack of a soundtrack. Overall, the game delivers solid, entertaining moments of chaos and laughter.
- “The store page doesn't tell you this, but this game has a split-screen two-player mode, which makes it fun to play with a friend, because a) the physics are hilarious, b) the trucks do take large amounts of damage to the bodywork and show it.”
- “This game is pretty cool and enjoyable as an arcade racer, which could have been a really good rival to the big racing games, but it is not since it is too short and has no soundtrack at all. Still, it is one solid and very funny arcade truck racing game.”
- “Not a full-price game, but a hefty, macho, Yorkie bit of gaming. The feel of weight, accurate damage, and hilarious crashes make for rubber-burning mayhem.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks a narrative component, with users noting that it focuses solely on racing without any story elements.
- “No story, just racing.”
- “☑ no story”
- “[0.5] game story”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unenjoyable, often describing it as a chore that detracts from the overall experience. Many feel that the time investment required for grinding achievements is excessive, making it feel like a daunting task rather than a fun activity.
- “It's tedious, tiring, and brings a negative amount of fun to every race.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Just have some grindy achievements!”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the high replayability of the game due to the diverse selection of trucks and extensive customization options, allowing for a personalized experience. Additionally, the inclusion of Steam achievements offers an extra incentive for those seeking to enhance their gameplay.
- “The variety of trucks to choose from and the customization options provide a sense of personalization and a high replay value.”
- “Steam achievements add some extra replay value for people who are into that sort of thing.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of diverse endings makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, with users reporting no major bugs or glitches and a polished experience compared to similar titles. The only minor issue noted is the AI behavior of rival truckers, but it does not detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “No major bugs or glitches that I could find, no serious problems with anything other than the AI of the rival truckers, just fairly simple straightforward fun.”
- “In comparison to Motorcycle Club, Truck Racer also feels more polished and doesn't really have any major glitches in the time I spent with it.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a surprising blend of realistic visuals and arcade-style driving, which creates a unique experience that contrasts with the expected frenetic energy often associated with arcade games.
- “The game creates a captivating atmosphere that immerses you in its world.”
- “The realistic graphics combined with the sound design truly enhance the overall atmosphere.”
- “I was pleasantly surprised by how the ambiance of the game kept me engaged throughout.”
- “I wasn't expecting an arcade-style driving since the game looked realistic and didn't create a totally frenetic atmosphere.”