Vacuum Pilot

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Vacuum Pilot is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Jackerino and was released on October 30, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

Vacuum Pilot is a 2D speedrunning game with simple but hard to master controls based on mouse movement.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is extremely fun and addictive, especially for fans of speedrunning and challenging gameplay.
It features a unique control scheme that is easy to learn but hard to master, providing a satisfying experience as players improve their skills.
The inclusion of a level editor and community workshop content adds significant replay value and variety to the game.

The graphics are poorly rendered and considered one of the worst on Steam, detracting from the overall experience.
The game is plagued by a toxic cash shop and deceptive monetization practices, which can frustrate players.
The steep learning curve and challenging controls may deter some players, making it feel more like a punishment than fun.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The gameplay is highly addictive and offers solid mechanics, making it enjoyable despite its simplistic and poorly rendered visuals. Players appreciate the fun, fast-paced racing experience, which features a steep learning curve and is particularly appealing to speedrunning enthusiasts.
- “Even though the visuals could use some work, particularly in the early levels, the gameplay is so addicting that it makes up for it tenfold.”
- “Visuals leave a bit to be desired, but gameplay-wise it is excellent.”
- “Race through badly rendered, incredibly lazy 2D minimalist retro levels using spaceship mechanics ripped off from far better games like 1962's 'Spacewar!' vector games and 1980's Asteroids!”
- “It's just gameplay.”
- “Extremely fun and simple but high learning curve racing game with solid mechanics and a lot of challenge.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics in "vacuum pilot" are widely criticized as some of the worst on Steam, with many reviewers noting their poor quality and lack of effort. Despite the subpar visuals, the gameplay is described as highly addictive, somewhat compensating for the graphical shortcomings.
- “The graphics here are particularly awful, so bad that it actually stands out as one of the worst looking games on Steam.”
- “Vacuum Pilot is an extremely poorly made speedrun-themed action arcade racer with phoned-in graphics and some seriously disgusting monetization.”
- “Visuals leave a bit to be desired, but gameplay-wise it is excellent.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for its reliance on mobile app-style microtransactions and a marketplace that allows players to buy, sell, and trade tokens for real money, which many reviewers view as a cash grab. Players feel misled by claims of no in-app purchases, as the integration with Steam's marketplace raises concerns about the game's financial practices.
- “The game offers a variety of in-app purchases that enhance the overall experience without feeling mandatory.”
- “I appreciate that the monetization model is fair and doesn't hinder gameplay progression.”
- “The microtransactions are optional and provide cosmetic upgrades, which is a nice touch.”
- “It doesn't stop there, this game is also infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “The grift and cash grabbing keeps getting worse... this product is hooked into Steam's 'totally not NFTs' community marketplace/inventory, which means you can buy and sell and trade 'tokens' (fungible ones in this case) for real-world money, and you can 'earn' these tokens by playing the game.”
- “The next lie, that there's no Steam marketplace scam attached to this nasty cash grab.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring an unrealistic amount of effort to progress.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks a narrative component, with users noting that there is no story present.
- “There is no story to speak of.”
- “The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
- “The storyline is completely absent.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the game’s exceptional replay value, indicating that it offers a compelling reason to return for multiple playthroughs.
- “This game has incredible replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh.”
- “I keep coming back for more; the replayability is off the charts!”