World of Speed
- August 22, 2017
- Saber Interactive
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"World of Speed" is an online racing game featuring modern graphics and highly detailed game mechanics. Compete against players worldwide in street races, utilizing dynamic control and car-specific abilities to gain an edge. Collect and tune almost 50 licensed vehicle models, each with unique characteristics and behavior on various tracks. NO INFORMATION AVAIL for the Steam ID 623880 if the above description does not match "World of Speed".
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has great graphics and a nice selection of cars, providing an enjoyable visual experience.
- The racing mechanics are fun and engaging, with a good sense of speed and excitement during races.
- There is potential for the game to improve with updates, and it offers a nostalgic arcade racing experience reminiscent of older titles.
- The game suffers from significant technical issues, including frequent crashes, poor AI behavior, and unresponsive controls, particularly with gamepads.
- The progression system is heavily grindy, making it difficult to earn credits and upgrade cars without spending real money.
- There is a lack of content, including limited tracks and game modes, which detracts from the overall experience.
- graphics51 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally described as decent to good, with some players appreciating the visual quality given the low price point. However, there are notable concerns regarding performance optimization, with many users reporting that high settings can be resource-intensive and lead to lag. While the visuals evoke nostalgia for arcade-style racing, some players feel they are outdated compared to modern standards, and issues like dark maps at medium settings can hinder gameplay.
“The graphics make me very happy, which again, for such a price, very much!”
“Visuals are great, all your favorite cars are generally in the mix, it has MMO elements like leveling up, purchasing upgrades for your cars, visual alterations, and plenty of unique tracks to race.”
“Magnificent atmosphere, excellent graphics and it was so cool to find out that there are really good tuning possibilities.”
“Cons: poor graphics, ridiculous car sounds, laggy, boring gameplay...”
“At medium graphics, the maps are so dark that at some level it's unplayable (can't see corners at all).”
“Basically a fusion of NFSW graphics with Drift City gameplay, together with no optimization at all, which results in a poorly run game.”
- gameplay22 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the easy-to-learn mechanics and intense racing experience, while others criticize the poor graphics, lag, and lack of optimization. Many users express a desire for more cars and improvements to the racing mechanics, noting that the game feels reminiscent of mobile titles due to intrusive monetization and "waiting" mechanics. Overall, while there are enjoyable aspects like car tuning and session matchmaking, the gameplay is often described as jerky and uninspiring, leading to disappointment for some players.
“Nice aggressive gameplay.”
“The good thing is that this game has no cheaters like in GTAV and online gameplay is clean.”
“But the gameplay is very funny and I hope clans and territory wars will be great!”
“Racing mechanics are bad.”
“Jerky and uninspiring gameplay is the main disappointment here.”
“The worst thing that put me off from keeping this game is that there are mobile-game type 'waiting' mechanics thrown into it.”
- optimization16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players noting that it runs smoothly even on lower-end machines, while others criticize the lack of meaningful performance upgrades and the need for better graphical and network optimizations. Many users express frustration over the inability to differentiate car performance through upgrades, as most enhancements are simply unlocked rather than purchased. Overall, while some players find it playable, others highlight significant optimization issues that detract from the experience.
“As far as performance, I haven't experienced a single hiccup yet and I do not run a high-end machine.”
“I can play at ultra graphics and still get good performance with an i5-3470 and RX 480.”
“I generally prefer keeping my settings at medium quality as I prioritize performance over over-the-top graphics.”
“The game still needs some performance optimizations (graphics, network, and others), but overall is okay and playable.”
“Performance: very little can be done here to differentiate your car’s performance from others; everything is just unlocked and bought, which gradually improves the performance of the car.”
“Basically a fusion of NFSW graphics with Drift City gameplay, together with no optimization at all, which results in a poorly run game.”
- grinding10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is heavily criticized for its excessive grinding, with players noting that progression requires repetitive tasks, such as racing the same event numerous times. Many reviewers suggest that if you dislike grinding, this game is not for you, as it feels designed to encourage spending money to alleviate the grind. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a major drawback, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“Was on the fence about this game for a long time before it came out. So far, it's just a free-to-play game that is buy-to-play. I expect the DLC to be free for this. Nah, don't buy it; it's too grindy. It feels like a half-assed progression system that involves doing the same race 100 times to get anything for the car.”
“Levelling is a pure pain in the ass – and I love to grind, so if you don’t like grinding, look at the following the way you want to look at it.”
“[tl;dr, the game has significant bugs of which I have only mentioned a few. It's been set up in anticipation of free-to-play to involve excessive amounts of grinding to encourage you to spend more money to progress at a reasonable rate, all for the reward of extremely limited matchmaking that doesn't even allow you to play with friends or privately.”
- monetization8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The monetization in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many players labeling it a cash grab due to the presence of intrusive microtransactions in a paid title. While some users find the monetization fair, the overall sentiment suggests that it detracts from the gaming experience and feels exploitative.
“Pretty good game, with a nice session gameplay, though monetization is a bit too intrusive.”
“So far though, the monetization here looks pretty fair.”
“There will be microtransactions to 'gear up' faster.”
“Scam, should've never supported the game... stupid cash grab by a crappy game company.”
“The fact it has microtransactions is beyond laughable as it's a paid game.”
“I'm sorry, any 'world of' game needs to be free to encourage players to join and grind and buy those microtransactions.”
- music7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a diverse selection of radio stations across various genres such as rock, hip-hop, and bass-pulse, which enhances the racing experience. Players appreciate the ability to easily switch between stations while racing, contributing to the overall excitement and enjoyment of the game.
“The music overall is amazing with different radio stations for multiple different genres, that are easily switchable while racing.”
“Quite a good list of music in the game (bass, pulse, rock, hip-hop).”
“And good multiplayer component and of course it's flavored with good graphics and soundtrack.”
“I see a black screen and hear the music.”
“The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The music doesn't fit the game's atmosphere at all.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express strong frustration and disappointment with the game, citing server issues and poor physics that detract from the racing experience. The emotional response is primarily negative, leading some to seek refunds and abandon the game until significant improvements are made.
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits a range of visual and miscellaneous bugs, including glitches during street racing and drifting, as well as some physics-related issues. While these stability concerns are noted, players still find enjoyment in the overall racing experience.
“There are visual and miscellaneous bugs and glitches that detract from the experience.”
“It's a bit buggy, but there's a lot of street racing action and road fun!”
“I encountered some buggy issues while drifting, along with a few physics problems.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its magnificent graphics and engaging tuning possibilities, but players feel it lacks a social hub for interaction, which could enhance the overall experience.
“Magnificent atmosphere, excellent graphics, and it was so cool to find out that there are really good tuning possibilities (for me, it’s a big asset).”
“This game seriously needs a social hub to meet up and hang out with other people to create some much-needed atmosphere, whether this is at the airfield playground that was announced and talked about when the game was revealed or somewhere else.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its exaggerated physics, such as navigating sharp corners at high speeds, which adds a comedic element to the gameplay. Players find the overall experience amusing and express optimism for future features like clans and territory wars enhancing the fun.
“Going through a 90-degree corner at 150 km/h isn't possible, but in the game, it's so funny to watch.”
“The gameplay is very funny, and I hope clans and territory wars will be great!”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is noted for its uniqueness, setting it apart from typical narratives in the genre.
“This was a different story entirely.”
