RC Cars

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3.8/5

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3.8

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Posted on: December 14, 2022

HLGamer

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Games: 46 Reviews: 3

Fast-paced, Fun, and Frustrating!

Great to finally play this game without the need for a CD! It is REALLY fast-paced, and that is what makes this such a fun time killer. It won't take too long before things start to seem repetitive, but in a good way (familiarity with the tracks, etc). The game is driven by 18 LOUD metal and electronic music tracks that are pretty good, and perfect for the game. The physics isn't terribly realistic and there is no crash damage, so this one is all about reaching the finish line first. It's fun to ram into the jerks who like to kick your car though. The game can be intensely frustrating because just one little teeny weeny error can instantly send you from first place into last place. That is what keeps you coming back for more ("This time I'll win for sure!"). You can add your own faces as .TGA files to create your own avatars (see the manual). You can play quick races or go through the championship series and upgrade your car. This is a simple game, but has been one of my very favorites since it first came out. Plays smooth on any machine - including my tiny little Atom-powered netbook. Graphics hold up well for an older game. Highly recommended for fast paced fun, great music, and good humor. Just be warned - when you quit the game you'll feel hyped and exhausted as if you just ran in the Olympics. The gameplay really is that intense.

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Posted on: June 18, 2023

Jjovneetsa

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Games: 68 Reviews: 7

Not for perfectionists

A very simple, fun, chaotic and challenging game. Tracks are designed to be annoying on purpose with many creative obstacles. Dogs, pedestrians, soldiers - everybody is out to get you. And of course there are the opponents. Bumping into them will send them flying, but they can do the same to you. This game features the most absurd rubberbanding I've seen in a racing game. You can lag 1 minute behind and still win the race. But honestly, it's required, because you will be flying off the track a lot, so the game gives you ample chances to recover. The controls are responsive and physics are good, although chaotic. Every smallest pebble is a hazard and sometimes you're not even sure why your toy car ended on its roof. Races are long. 5-8 minutes long. Perhaps it would be unthinkable in other racing games, but here something interesting is happening all the time and it honestly feels just fine. The Championship mode consists of 10 tracks, unlocked in order of simplest to most complex. After each race you get money and score. How much you get depends on track difficulty and your final placing. Money is spent on upgrades - tires, engine and nitro. The simplest upgrade system imaginable. Score is cumulative and is needed to unlock the next tracks. You don't need to place 1st in a race to unlock the next track, you can "grind" the score by replaying the tracks multiple times. The last, 10th track is the exception, you need to WIN at least once on every previous track to unlock it, which is something I simply cannot do. The later levels are seriously hard. and opponents appear to drive better too. One complaint I have, and the reason I only give 4 stars, is the confusing layout of some tracks. Sometimes you simply must know the track by heart and know where you're supposed to turn. I don't think that avoiding getting lost should be part of the challenge. Music is 10/10 and a great part of the charm of this game.

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Posted on: January 16, 2023

UCrest

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Games: 1511 Reviews: 30

Total crazy fun!

Well, this is not the first DRM-Free version to be released recently. On another site (which I will reserve the name) it was already given away to the public. As for the game, it runs on modern computers and current operating systems. However, the game is a delight to play and the mechanics are simple when it comes to driving on the various beach tracks. The difficulty is a legacy of its time and if you slack off a bit you can fall behind for sure. For some players it can be frustrating and complicated (although it's not that complicated). For others it can be a very entertaining challenge. For me, it's a nice memory from my teenage years. If you like racing games, the beach, remote control cars, colourful scenery and a good challenge, this is the game for you. Buy it as soon as you can (with or without discount) it's worth it. Highly recommended.

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Posted on: November 23, 2023

Giveittoys

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Games: 34 Reviews: 1

It's Not Just Nostalgia, it's fun.

Game that started my journey in racing games. It is still great fun, you can even play it on LAN or in SplitScreen with friends. Game holds up well, works "out-of-the-box" and actually looks decent. (1440p) I capped my FPS on 60, in "Options-Advanced Video", since game felt weird with FreeSync.

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Posted on: August 5, 2025

ClassicDoomGuy

Games: 266 Reviews: 14

Should Uncensor the Box Art

Thats my review, GOG should uncensor the box art for the game, especially since they started the anti censorship thing with that recent bundle as of this review.

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