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Underground Garage is a multiplayer racing game. It was developed by BeardedBrothers.games and was released on November 7, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Underground Garage lets you start your career as a car mechanic and expert tuner, combining detailed vehicle repair with high-speed racing. Customize and build unique cars, then test them in an open world filled with challenges. Experience a realistic mechanic simulator where creativity and driving skills go hand in hand.

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 243 reviews
gameplay32 positive mentions
stability15 negative mentions

  • The game has a lot of potential with a unique blend of car mechanic simulation and street racing elements.
  • The car customization and repair mechanics are detailed and satisfying, allowing players to engage deeply with the car-building process.
  • The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, showing commitment to enhancing the game experience.
  • The game is plagued with bugs and stability issues, including crashes and save corruption, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • Driving mechanics are poorly implemented, with cars feeling floaty and unresponsive, making it difficult to control vehicles during races.
  • The game lacks content and variety, with limited car options and repetitive tasks that can lead to a lack of engagement over time.
  • gameplay
    146 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Underground Garage" combines elements of car mechanic simulation with racing, offering a unique but currently flawed experience. While the car repair mechanics are praised for their detail and accessibility, the driving physics are widely criticized as unstable and unrealistic, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Players appreciate the potential of the game but note that it requires significant polish and improvement in both driving mechanics and overall gameplay balance to fully realize its vision.

    • “The mechanics part of taking cars apart has been improved and feels solid, still having a good foundation to build on.”
    • “The attention to detail in the garage environment is stunning, and the mechanics are both challenging and rewarding.”
    • “Underground garage is a unique take on the mechanic simulator genre, blending solid car repair gameplay with a story about climbing the ranks of the underground car scene.”
    • “The driving physics/mechanics are horrible; try to avoid driving at all costs in this game.”
    • “The mechanics of Underground Garage, that is, the working on cars, taking things apart and putting them back together, is disappointing.”
    • “Driving mechanics feel like Mario 64.”
  • story
    69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally viewed as underwhelming and serves primarily as a backdrop for the car mechanic gameplay, with many players noting its brevity and lack of depth. While some appreciate the basic narrative framework of starting as a mechanic and climbing the ranks, others criticize it for being repetitive and poorly executed, often leading to frustrating gameplay experiences due to bugs and quest issues. Overall, the story is seen as a missed opportunity that could benefit from further development and polish.

    • “The idea behind the game is very much car mechanic sim but it actually has a little bit of story to it.”
    • “Underground garage is a unique take on the mechanic simulator genre, blending solid car repair gameplay with a story about climbing the ranks of the underground car scene.”
    • “This game combines the thrill of diagnosing and fixing vehicles with the immersive storytelling of a mechanic's world that's often overlooked in gaming.”
    • “The storyline is 30 minutes long but they extend it by making you do the same missions over and over again to progress one part of the main mission, and it's back to the same mission 20 times over. I played it for just a little over 7 hours in one run and uninstalled it right away.”
    • “Limited storyline: the game lacks a robust narrative to tie the gameplay together meaningfully.”
    • “I could go on, from the bugs, to the weirdly written story, to how easy it is to soft lock yourself, to various other strange behaviors in this game that add up to something truly representative of the early access quality we've come to anticipate in today's games, but I feel I've said enough to make my point.”
  • graphics
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the decent visuals and immersive atmosphere created by the lighting and design, particularly in the car models and city environment. However, many users express disappointment with performance issues, such as frame drops and rendering problems, suggesting that while the graphics are better than some competitors, they still require significant improvement to meet modern standards. Overall, the consensus indicates that while the graphics have potential, they fall short in execution and optimization.

    • “Cars are well done and the graphics are very nice.”
    • “The graphics are better than a lot of other games in this genre.”
    • “The visuals are solid for what the game is: a gritty, no-nonsense garage simulator.”
    • “Graphics are super not great.”
    • “Graphic details to the cars also seem to be acting strange as in they don't render fully.”
    • “But I've got a decent spec PC and the frame drops are crazy, even when lowering graphics.”
  • optimization
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is currently a significant concern, with many players reporting performance issues, including poor frame rates and crashes, particularly on lower-end PCs. While some users have found improvements by adjusting settings like switching to DirectX 11, the overall consensus is that the game requires further optimization to enhance stability and performance. Despite its potential, many reviewers recommend waiting for updates before diving in, as the current state detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I honestly feel if the devs can nail down the driving mechanics and game performance while driving the way they have with the building, tuning, and repair side, this game will do pretty well. The foundations are all here; it just needs polish, time, and effort.”
    • “This game has potential, but I would advise anyone interested in getting this to wait a bit until some optimization fixes can be implemented.”
    • “Underground garage does capture the excitement of car customization with its impressive graphics, relatively smooth performance, and solid but shallow tuning options.”
    • “I would be truly intrigued to see how this game was developed early in its life-cycle because it is a huge indicator of new developers with a not-so-very firm grasp on game development (for example, terrible performance unless you have DLSS on, and I'm sorry, I shouldn't need DLSS for my 4070 Super on a game like this).”
    • “It is an early access title and there are some optimization issues, control problems, and crashing.”
    • “At this time, it's not very optimized and makes my computer fans scream in terror at the GPU/CPU temps.”
  • stability
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs affecting gameplay, including glitches, performance problems, and unresponsive mechanics. While it is playable, many users recommend waiting for further updates or purchasing it at a discount due to its unpolished state. Despite these issues, players express optimism about the game's potential and enjoy the experience overall.

    • “Either get it on discount or wait for a few more updates because it's still pretty buggy but it is playable now.”
    • “Now the transmission is still buggy; going from in gear to when letting off the gas and getting on the brakes, it goes into neutral and then gets confused. The cars feel like they're running 15-20% faster than they should for acceleration, and at some speeds, they skate around and will crash.”
    • “Currently very buggy and unpolished, but shows a lot of promise.”
  • grinding
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the streamlined assembly and disassembly processes compared to other simulators, others criticize the repetitive and tedious nature of certain tasks, particularly with the need to undo every bolt and screw. The lack of character customization and limited vehicle options further contribute to the grind, leading some users to feel that the game can become unenjoyable over time. Overall, the grinding can be both a point of frustration and a necessary part of the gameplay experience.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “No character customization, limited cars, minimal engines... having to undo every single bolt or screw gets tedious real quick. There should be an option to simply take off parts without the bolts for people that don't want to waste all that time.”
    • “The order of operations for disassembly varies wildly from one car and engine model to another, and ranges from surprisingly tedious to impressively obtuse.”
    • “I could go on, but the point is simple: even the most straightforward of tasks can turn into a tedious game of clicking as you disassemble parts that should not be related to the part you are trying to access.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has been described as disappointing and forgettable, with many players feeling it fails to capture the vibrant underground car culture it aims to represent. While the immersive atmosphere is enhanced by a gritty aesthetic, the soundtrack itself has been rated around 6/10, leading some users to suggest that players should rely on their own music instead. Overall, the lack of engaging music detracts from the overall experience.

    • “Immersive atmosphere: a gritty, neon-lit aesthetic paired with a fitting soundtrack creates a captivating underground vibe.”
    • “For a game about underground car culture, the music is shockingly tame.”
    • “Music is forgettable.”
    • “Just bring your own music.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a gritty, neon-lit aesthetic and an immersive soundtrack that effectively captures the underground vibe. While the attention to detail is commendable, some reviewers noted a desire for more variety and polish to enhance the overall experience. Overall, it appeals strongly to fans of car culture and mechanical tinkering.

    • “The game emphasizes detailed mechanics and a strong sense of immersion, with its unique premise and atmospheric presentation.”
    • “Immersive atmosphere: a gritty, neon-lit aesthetic paired with a fitting soundtrack creates a captivating underground vibe.”
    • “Underground garage is a hidden gem for anyone who loves cars, mechanical tinkering, and the gritty atmosphere of the underground repair scene.”
    • “Its attention to detail and atmosphere are commendable, though it could benefit from more variety and polish.”
    • “The underground garage is a hidden gem for anyone who loves cars, mechanical tinkering, and the gritty atmosphere of the underground repair scene.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features no monetization elements, such as microtransactions or paid DLC, providing a refreshing and honest gaming experience that stands out in the current market.

    • “No monetization here, folks.”
    • “No microtransactions, no surprise DLC, no 'pay $5 to unlock this part faster.' It’s a refreshing change of pace in today’s gaming world and makes the experience feel honest.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's humor is largely derived from its occasional bugs, leading to amusing and unexpected situations, though this can also result in some frustration when players are forced to restart due to unsaved progress. Overall, the developers are praised for their work, leaving players eager for future updates.

    • “The game might act a bit buggy from time to time, which creates the most hilarious situations. However, the developers have done a fantastic job, and I can't wait to see how the game evolves.”
    • “Hilarious, but slightly frustrating when you have to restart the game because you didn't save it before your shenanigans.”
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Underground Garage is a racing game.

Underground Garage is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Underground Garage.

Underground Garage was released on November 7, 2024.

Underground Garage was developed by BeardedBrothers.games.

Underground Garage has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

Underground Garage is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

Similar games include Car Mechanic Simulator 2018, My Garage, Car Mechanic Simulator 2021, Car Mechanic Simulator 2015, JDM: Japanese Drift Master and others.