Victory: The Age of Racing
- February 12, 2016
- Vae Victis Games
- 6h median play time
Get on Steam"Victory: The Age of Racing" is a free-to-play online racing game with realistic car handling and user-generated cars inspired by different racing eras. Players can compete in multiplayer events and progress through a team career, with the option to purchase the Victory Deluxe Pack for exclusive content. An Internet connection is required to play. Note for Windows 10 users: if you encounter the "d3d9.dll is missing" error message, please refer to this technical assistance forum thread for a solution.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging racing experience with good graphics and car customization options.
- Driving mechanics are enjoyable, providing a balance between arcade and simulation styles.
- The community is friendly and supportive, with developers actively engaging with players and addressing issues.
- The game is heavily reliant on online multiplayer, which is nearly non-existent, making it difficult to find races.
- There are significant technical issues, including crashes and performance problems, especially with multiple players.
- The game has been largely abandoned by developers, leading to a lack of updates and a feeling of being unfinished.
- graphics68 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the decent quality and aesthetic reminiscent of early 2000s titles, while others criticize them as outdated and uninspired. Many users note that the game runs well on low-end PCs, making it accessible, but performance issues and graphical pop-ins detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the graphics are considered good for a free game, they fall short compared to more expensive titles, leading to a consensus that improvements are needed.
“It has great graphics and you don't need that good of a laptop/PC to run this game.”
“This game is amazing in both the physics and graphics!”
“The graphics are awesome, the physics of the cars are great, and the tracks are sweet.”
“Controls are garbage and graphics are shite.”
“Worst game I've ever played; the graphics are wank and the frame rate is as stable as Hillary Clinton.”
“A technically limited game (yes, I know it's basically a beta), with graphical pop-in that I haven't seen in a game in 10 years, even at the highest graphical settings and boring gameplay, even for a sim.”
- gameplay30 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it serviceable but lacking in depth and replayability, while others appreciate its mechanics and customization options. Many critiques highlight dated graphics and technical issues, such as bugs and crashes, which detract from the overall experience. Overall, while there are enjoyable aspects, the gameplay is often described as inconsistent and in need of significant improvement to fully engage players.
“Great gameplay.”
“Good gameplay and a lot of fun competing with friends.”
“What this game does well is customization and gameplay.”
“The gameplay alone isn't that great and it didn't stop me from uninstalling it after this short time.”
“A technically limited game (yes I know it's basically a beta), with graphical pop-in that I haven't seen in a game in 10 years, even at the highest graphical settings and boring gameplay, even for a sim.”
“Worst of all, the driving mechanics are pitiful and arcade-like.”
- optimization21 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players praising the graphics and performance while others criticize significant performance issues, particularly during races with full rosters. Despite the engaging car customization and tuning mechanics, many users report that the game struggles to maintain stable frame rates, even on capable hardware, leading to a frustrating experience. While improvements are anticipated, current optimization flaws detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“I am really amazed by the performance of such a simple yet interesting concept.”
“- It has a simple, but great car creation concept, where there are performance index points. You can customize the look in any way, from mufflers to mudguards, rims, wheels, and three sections of the car that you can interchange for the ultimate combination.”
“- After building the car, you get to tune it in any way you want, with power, braking, grip, traction, downforce, and aerodynamics. You use performance points in these categories for the greatest tuning concept ever in a free game.”
“The idea of the game is great, the story is great, the graphic quality is medium, but the optimization is horrible. My graphic card runs games with 10x more demanding graphics at 180 frames per second, yet in this game, the FPS doesn't exceed 60.”
“Bad unrealistic optimization.”
“We know that graphic optimization and new shaders are coming very soon, but at the moment, on many computers, a race with a full roster will cause the FPS to drop.”
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's story is considered intriguing and has high potential, with a unique backstory that enhances the racing experience. However, many players feel that the lack of a dedicated story mode and limited content detracts from its overall impact, as the game is still unfinished and features only a few tracks with random elements. While some appreciate the storyline and its creative aspects, others criticize the graphics and find the narrative lacking depth.
“The story behind it is also quite interesting.”
“I really like this little story detail because it increases awareness.”
“All in all, Age of Racing is a story of high potential with all the resources already there.”
“Sadly, since the game isn't really completely finished, there isn't much content—just a few tracks that have weird random stuff around them (because of the story, tracks are placed in the middle of a scrapyard, desert, mountains, etc.).”
“You start up the game, you get a short backstory, everything seems simple, and then... you get tens of millions of buttons to figure out how and why they work!”
“All in all, Age of Racing is a story of high potential with all the resources already there, but it ultimately falls short.”
- monetization7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has evolved from a free-to-play system with challenging in-game currency acquisition and microtransactions to a buy-to-play format, eliminating microtransactions entirely. While some players appreciate the removal of in-app purchases, others express frustration over the initial difficulty in earning currency and the reliance on purchases for progression. Overall, the shift to a buy-to-play model has been met with mixed reactions from the user base.
“This is now a buy-to-play; so you will need to buy the game if you want to play (it's not going free to play after the beta) but there are no more microtransactions in the game.”
“- now it's free-to-play with microtransactions.”
“Regarding people's concerns towards in-app purchases.”
“The in-game currency is extremely hard to earn; really, the only way to acquire more is through in-game purchases.”
“This game is an example of a question a lot of game developers have: do we make the game cost money, or do we make it have exceedingly annoying microtransactions?”
“Now it's free-to-play with microtransactions.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while grinding is a significant aspect of the game, its effectiveness varies; some players find it rewarding and enjoyable, especially for record-breaking, while others criticize the lack of balance and skill, noting that grinding may not yield substantial benefits. Overall, the experience of grinding can be polarizing, depending on individual player preferences.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“So there was no balance and no real skill involved; with enough grinding, you could win without using much skill.”
“The amount of money rewarded after a race is so little that grinding wouldn't make a significant difference.”
- stability6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, with frequent freezing during multiplayer sessions and numerous bugs affecting gameplay. While some users appreciate the racing mechanics, many criticize the overall experience as erratic and unfinished, suggesting a lack of proper development and care.
“Just pay a little and get a good, bug-free, alive, and an actually cared-for racing game.”
“Too bad it freezes up every time you try to join a multiplayer race and never lets go.”
“Ugh no, this game is a buggy mess.”
“He calls himself a dev, yet he leaves one game unfinished and buggy as hell while moving onto his next 'masterpiece.'”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highly praised, with players finding it immediately engaging and consistently funny, contributing to an enjoyable racing experience that keeps them entertained regardless of their performance.
“Good idea, immediate and funny game.”
“This one might turn out to be a great funny racing game.”
“Whether I'm doing well or poorly in a race, I'm having the time of my life laughing like a small child with a new toy.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received negative feedback, with users noting the absence of music during gameplay and criticizing the quality of the existing soundtrack. Additionally, players have expressed frustration over the inability to close the game.
“There is no music during gameplay.”
“You can't close the game for some reason, and the music is terrible.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game's replayability to be exceptional, with many expressing a strong desire to return for additional playthroughs.
“Yet still it keeps me coming back for more; the replay value is astonishing.”
“Every playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two runs are ever the same.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional response to the game is overwhelmingly negative, with users expressing frustration and disappointment over its gameplay mechanics and overall quality. The reviewer feels that the experience is so poor that it detracts from any enjoyment, comparing it unfavorably to simpler, child-oriented games.
