Z-Race

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"Z-Race" is an arcade-style virtual reality racing game that offers both single-player and massively multiplayer options, with a focus on comfortable and accessible gameplay. Compete against friends and other players with asynchronous multiplayer, and immerse yourself in the game with a heart-pumping soundtrack. The game also prioritizes ease of use, making it enjoyable for all ages.

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73%

Audience ScoreBased on 59 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique control method that allows players to control their ship by moving their hands, creating an immersive experience.
The graphics and design are visually appealing, with beautiful tracks and a great soundtrack that enhance the overall gameplay.
Players have reported that the game is fun and engaging, with a sense of speed that makes it exciting to race through the futuristic environments.

Many players found the hand-controlled mechanic uncomfortable and not intuitive, leading to wrist pain and a lack of immersion compared to traditional racing games.
The game currently lacks depth and variety, with limited tracks and gameplay modes, which can lead to a repetitive experience.
Technical issues such as endless loading screens and controller mapping problems have frustrated players, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
65%
18%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the hand-is-the-ship mechanic awkward and uninspired, while others appreciate the dynamic and instinctive controls. Although the game offers a unique blend of racing and endless runner elements, many feel it lacks depth and novelty after initial play. Upcoming updates, including a cockpit view mode, are anticipated to enhance the experience and address some of the current gameplay concerns.
- “Music, style, and gameplay are totally fine.”
- “It definitely feels odd at first, but you quickly get acclimated to the novel gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is instinctive and fun!”
- “I was really excited for the hand-is-the-ship mechanic, but it feels completely wrong.”
- “In the game, you basically go forward and avoid some obstacles; the gameplay felt very poor and uninspired.”
- “Unfortunately, the game ended up feeling like a novelty after about an hour of gameplay for me.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
35%
18%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the detailed models and immersive environments, while others criticize the overall quality as underwhelming compared to expectations set by promotional materials. Many users appreciate the vibrant visuals and audio, particularly in open areas, but note that certain elements, like simplistic obstacles and a lack of differentiation in map design, detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, they fall short of the high standards set by other racing titles in the genre.
- “The best thing I love about the game is the open areas where I was flying, sort of reminds me of a Star Wars scene. The control was amazing and the graphics and audio are astounding. This may not be the Wipeout clone that everyone was expecting, but it was never designed to be. I believe it was designed as a unique racer that brings something new to the VR generation.”
- “The graphics and animations are highly detailed, which contributes to a complete immersion in the wonderful world of unusual races.”
- “Cool interactive race with great graphics!”
- “For the implied season 2 of levels, I hope the maps are more differentiated both graphically and maybe even design-wise.”
- “And weirdly enough, the graphics on my Acer Predator 300 gaming PC with above recommended specs didn't look as good in this as the videos show.”
- “When it comes to graphics, Redout: Enhanced Edition and V-Racer Hoverbike are miles ahead of Z-Race; then again, V does come quite a few letters before Z.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
31%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many players praising its quality and compatibility with the high-speed racing experience. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere, complementing the beautiful graphics and dynamic gameplay. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the enjoyment of the game.
- “As perfect as it gets--great map, great challenge, great music.”
- “The music is great, the tracks are beautiful, and the ships are amazing.”
- “Overall, the game's pretty fun, the courses are beautiful, the music is pretty damn good, and the ship designs are what I'd expect from a futuristic racing game.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The story aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users criticizing it for being simplistic and lacking thematic coherence. Many feel that the developers have prioritized quest support over narrative depth, resulting in a disjointed experience that fails to engage players.
- “Firstly, it is possible that the devs have shifted almost entirely to rigging this game for quest support.”
- “Story ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ - -/-”
- “Map designs in terms of added challenge (obstacles) are simplistic and universal, all function with minimal fashion, not too many thematically coherent obstacles that match with the maps.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Overall, the game performs well, particularly at higher resolutions like 100% and 200% on a GTX 1080, with smooth operation in virtual reality. However, some users feel that further optimization is needed, acknowledging that it is a new release.
- “The game performance was nice using index resolution 100%, even pretty good using resolution 200% with a GTX 1080.”
- “In the virtual headset, the game runs smoothly and without glitches, so it is optimized in this regard.”
- “I understand that it is a new game, but it needs some optimization.”
- “The game needs to be better optimized.”
- “I understand that it is a new game, but it requires some optimization.”
- “The game could use a bit more optimization.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it effectively rewards them with new racers and scenes, enhancing their overall experience.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game demonstrates strong stability, running smoothly in the virtual helmet without any noticeable glitches, indicating effective optimization.