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Zero Gear

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78%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
story, stability
78% User Score Based on 410 reviews

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Zero Gear is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Brian Cronin and was released on January 12, 2010. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Zero Gear" is a physics-based, online multiplayer kart combat game that supports up to 8 players. Customize your kart and character, and compete in various game modes such as Race, Tag, Goal, and Target. With over 15 maps and ridiculous weapons like tornadoes and love-seeking L.UV bots, prepare for intense and chaotic matches.

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Audience ScoreBased on 410 reviews
graphics10 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features charming graphics and cute character designs, making it visually appealing.
  • Zero Gear offers a variety of fun game modes beyond traditional racing, including tag and sports, which can lead to hilarious moments with friends.
  • Customization options for karts and characters add a personal touch, allowing players to create unique and amusing designs.
  • The controls are often described as clunky and unresponsive, making it difficult to navigate the tracks effectively.
  • The online multiplayer community is nearly non-existent, leading to a reliance on playing against AI bots, which can be repetitive and less engaging.
  • The game lacks polish and feels outdated, with many players noting that it could benefit from updates and improvements to enhance the overall experience.
  • graphics
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a bright, cartoonish style that evokes nostalgia for older arcade titles, appealing to players of all ages. While some reviews criticize the graphics as simplistic or dated, many appreciate the cute art style and clean design, noting that it has aged gracefully and complements the fun gameplay. Overall, the visuals are seen as charming and fitting for the game's playful atmosphere, despite not being on par with modern graphical standards.

    • “Despite its minimalist art style, the presentation has aged gracefully thanks to its clean design and deliberate embrace of a playful, timeless aesthetic.”
    • “The visuals are bright and cartoonish, evoking the spirit of older arcade titles rather than modern graphical fidelity.”
    • “Graphics-wise, it is pretty decent, with lots of vibrant colors and even a unique pixel-slider function, giving the game a retro-esque look.”
    • “Most boring stupid game I ever played. I do not know why they charge you for such a game; sound is okay, graphics are not fair, online only and lacking players.”
  • humor
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a standout feature, providing a hilarious experience, especially when played with friends. Players appreciate the unpredictability and chaos that lead to spontaneous laughter, with customizations and various game modes adding to the fun. While some find it less funny on their own, the consensus is that the game shines in multiplayer settings, making it a riotous choice for group play.

    • “Even when chaos reigns and the results feel unfair, the humor and spontaneity keep frustration at bay.”
    • “Played only for a few hours with my buddies and our sides were hurting from laughing at how ridiculous this game is.”
    • “You can fully customize your kart and player, sometimes resulting in hilarious and ridiculous creations.”
  • gameplay
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay in this title is a mixed bag; while it offers fun and chaotic moments reminiscent of classic couch multiplayer games, many players criticize the handling and mechanics, particularly in racing modes. The unpredictable physics and engaging multiplayer options provide entertainment, especially with friends, but some find the gameplay repetitive and clunky, detracting from the overall experience. Despite its charm and customization options, the game struggles with balance and depth in certain modes.

    • “Whether you’re racing competitively, playing tag, scoring goals, or simply causing havoc, the unpredictable physics and weapon mechanics create countless laugh-out-loud moments.”
    • “The game’s balance of simplicity and unpredictability gives it an appeal similar to classic couch multiplayer titles—perfect for short bursts of laughter-filled gameplay with friends.”
    • “Really a fun game, tons of customization, funny and raging gameplay, and if you have friends playing it, it's so much fun!”
    • “The physics are not kinematic; the car has mass, but this doesn't help the gameplay because most of the level is grass, so the handling lags.”
    • “The racing mechanics are pretty bland.”
    • “Sadly, the gameplay seemed very clunky.”
  • music
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring an upbeat and funky soundtrack that enhances the playful atmosphere and encourages a lighthearted approach to competition. Notably, the soundtrack includes a piece by Aphex Twin, although it consists of only one full-length song. Overall, players find the music enjoyable and fitting, contributing positively to the game's charm.

    • “The soundtrack and sound effects enhance this energy with upbeat tunes and slapstick crashes that remind players not to take the competition too seriously.”
    • “The game is fun, adorable, and has an addicting soundtrack.”
    • “Looks nifty and has a cool arcade soundtrack as well as some customization options for your car.”
    • “Unfortunately they could only afford one full length song, so that's what you get.”
    • “The game has an alright soundtrack.”
    • “But some idiot accidentally added some extra ingredient into the mixture... music.”
  • story
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and coherence, with many players noting that it fails to provide a compelling narrative. Instead, some users find themselves creating their own stories from the game's chaotic moments, while others highlight the presence of two factions advocating for equality as a potential narrative thread. Overall, the storytelling aspect is seen as weak, leaving players to fill in the gaps themselves.

    • “It’s a game that revels in its imperfections, turning every mistake, crash, and absurd moment into a story worth remembering.”
    • “[b][u]The story:[/u][/b] There are two factions: the blue, which fights for equal rights for all races, genders, and sexual orientations.”
    • “It's a game that revels in its imperfections, turning every mistake, crash, and absurd moment into a story worth remembering.”
    • “Instead of telling the gist of the story (there is none), I'm going to tell my own story.”
    • “Welp, let me tell you a story!”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its engaging mechanics that evoke a sense of urgency and excitement. The experience is described as a must-play, suggesting that it leaves a lasting impact and resonates deeply with players.

    • “That's one game that made me feel 'must be played before you die'.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts high replayability due to its diverse range of modes beyond racing, including tag, soccer, basketball, hockey, and pachinko. Additionally, the inclusion of unique power-ups enhances the fun, especially in multiplayer settings, ensuring that players have plenty of entertaining experiences to revisit.

    • “It has so much replayability.”
    • “In addition, it has replayability as it is not just limited to racing; there are other game modes that provide entertainment, such as tag, soccer, basketball, hockey, pachinko, etc. There are also unique power-ups that you can pick up and use to give you a slight boost in the game, making it hilariously fun when you're playing with your friends!”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs that significantly detract from the overall enjoyment.

    • “Buggy as hell.”
    • “It's buggy and just plain not fun.”
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Zero Gear is a racing game.

Zero Gear is available on PC and Windows.

Zero Gear was released on January 12, 2010.

Zero Gear was developed by Brian Cronin.

Zero Gear has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Zero Gear is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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