TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge
- March 27, 2018
- KT Racing
- 71h median play time
If you’re after serious racing games, the Switch doesn’t really cater for you at the moment.
"TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge" is a motorcycle racing game that faithfully reproduces the famous Snaefell Mountain Course with its 37.73 miles and 264 bends. Compete against 25 official riders and their powerful motorbikes, and experience realistic riding approved by TT riders. The game includes online competition for added challenges.
Reviews
- Stunning graphics and a great sense of speed, especially in first-person view.
- The Isle of Man TT course is accurately represented, providing a thrilling experience.
- Challenging gameplay that rewards practice and skill development.
- Physics can be inconsistent, leading to unpredictable crashes and handling issues.
- AI behavior is problematic, often resulting in collisions that disrupt gameplay.
- Limited bike customization options and a lack of content compared to other racing games.
- graphics84 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning quality and attention to detail, with many players noting the impressive visual representation of tracks and bikes. However, some users report persistent graphical issues and performance problems, particularly on PC, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the general consensus is that the graphics are a highlight of the game, contributing significantly to the sense of speed and immersion.
“Graphics are spot on, attention to detail on the money and overall game experience is perfect!”
“The graphics and speed are astonishing on PC with everything maxed out, and it's the only time I've ever felt like I needed to wear sunglasses when playing a game.”
“This 'TT - Ride on the Edge' game is thrilling, graphically stunning and really seems to capture the adrenaline rush of powering down public roads on a terrifyingly quick two-wheeled beast of a motorbike.”
“It had serious graphical problems then and the same problems continue now; the developers haven't bothered to fix them.”
“My high-spec machine can't run the graphics fully as it glitches, and that makes you crash too.”
“They almost seem to be the perfect example of what not to do in terms of communication with the fan base... the game is in massive need of fixing (graphics, vehicles, handling...) and all we had so far is a crappy patch that fixed pretty much nothing.”
- optimization23 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 39 % negative mentions
Overall, optimization feedback for the game is mixed. While some players report smooth performance and high frame rates on powerful hardware, others experience significant issues such as micro-stuttering, FPS drops, and crashes, particularly on lower-end systems. The game's performance appears to improve when specific settings or features are adjusted, indicating that optimization may vary based on individual setups.
“Regarding performance, it runs completely smoothly; I have not found any problems in this regard.”
“Anyways, after trying out both Ride 3 and TT Isle of Man, it seems the latter is far more efficient, smooth, and optimized.”
“Stunning graphics and great performance in terms of optimization.”
“I had so many problems ranging from poor performance, fluctuations in fps to downright random crashes on nearly every session.”
“Very bad optimization for PC.”
“Micro-stuttering and massive fps drops make it unbearable.”
- gameplay20 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the challenging mechanics and realistic bike physics, while others criticize the twitchy controls, poor physics setup, and frustrating menu navigation. Many users noted that the game requires time to adjust to the controls, but the overall experience can be enjoyable if players are willing to invest the effort. However, issues like glitches, bugs, and primitive multiplayer matchmaking detract from the overall gameplay experience.
“This first part has a great balance between graphics and gameplay.”
“It takes a little while to get used to the controls, but stick with it because the later tracks and gameplay will be worthwhile.”
“But the gameplay is smooth and beautiful.”
“Glitching physics, bugs in gameplay.”
“In other words, the game mechanics and controller options are completely mismatched.”
“This game has a bad physics setup, with throttle having no impact on the bike's line through corners whatsoever, making gameplay just a case of picking your corner speed based on the bike's maximum cornering ability and lean-in speed (which is fixed and does not change with speed or throttle).”
- stability8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues such as momentary freezes at checkpoints, sound bugs, and even severe crashes that lead to system failures. Overall, the game is described as very buggy, detracting from an otherwise enjoyable experience.
“The game freezes every game!!”
“The most annoying issue of all (reported and still waiting for any fix) is that the game momentarily freezes at every checkpoint/next lap.”
“What has really killed it for me is the game has crashed my PC hard 3 times after hitting a wall at 170+. It just freezes, then blue screen fatal error, and I have to recover the PC.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a relaxing and enjoyable guitar-based background score, particularly noted in career mode, enhancing the overall experience while cruising around.
“The graphics are good, and I like listening to music while cruising around the island with no HUD.”
“The guitar-based background music in career mode is relaxing and enjoyable to listen to.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is minimal, with users noting that the career mode lacks a compelling narrative, making it somewhat repetitive. However, players still find enjoyment in the overall gameplay despite the absence of a deeper story.
“The career mode is fun, but it can get kind of boring; there's not really a story, I mean, it is a motorcycle game after all.”
“The backstory is minimal and doesn't add much depth to the overall experience.”
“I expected a more engaging narrative, but the story feels flat and uninspired.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players find the game offers significant replayability due to its challenging mechanics that are difficult to master. Many enjoy experimenting with different settings to enhance their experience, further encouraging repeated playthroughs.
“Incredibly hard to master; I find that a great thing, as it adds lots of replayability.”
“In this game, I use unusual settings for the driving aids to make it more playable.”
“The game lacks variety, making it hard to find motivation to replay it after finishing the main story.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back; the side quests feel repetitive and uninspired.”
“The limited choices and outcomes mean that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers an exceptional emotional experience, particularly in its representation of the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy and road racing, providing players with an immersive first-person perspective that resonates deeply. Users express that this emotional engagement is so compelling that it overshadows other aspects of the game for hours.
“This is the most amazing representation of the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy and road racing as a whole. Visually and emotionally, you will not get a better first-person experience on a motorcycle or racing.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in the game particularly notable, especially in the way difficulty adjustments are presented, which adds a comedic element to the overall experience.
“The difficulty adjustments are absolutely hilarious!”
“The humor in this game keeps me laughing out loud!”
“I love how the game incorporates witty jokes and funny scenarios throughout!”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive qualities, particularly through the effective use of helmet cam visuals and convincing sound design, which enhances the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is incredible with the helmet cam; the sounds are very convincing, and the helmet dampening adds to the immersion.”
“The game's atmosphere draws you in completely, making every moment feel intense and engaging.”
“The combination of visuals and sound design creates a haunting atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the limited number of tracks in career mode leads to a repetitive and tedious grinding experience as they progress through the game.
“Few tracks; the game in career mode is soon going to feel a lot 'grindy'.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel tedious after a while.”
“I found myself doing the same tasks over and over, which really took away from the enjoyment.”
Critic Reviews
TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge Review
Summary: The ambitious mission to recreate the Isle Of Man is successful, but lacks in delivering content to keep you coming back.
60%TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge Review
While TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge accurately captures the sense of speed as you barrel down the country lanes of the iconic circuit, its twitchy handling undoes the experience entirely.
40%