Gas Guzzlers Extreme

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 158 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 14 out of 158
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  1. titannet
    Oct 9, 2013
    6
    It looks like a fun game. The graphics are OK. Racing is a bit simple. For example the game seems to use the same approach some of the nfs games used to have in slowing drivers in front of you down and speeding the one behind you up. It tends to take the fun out of racing if you are out in front an an enemy zips by half a lap before the finish and there is absolutely no way you can preventIt looks like a fun game. The graphics are OK. Racing is a bit simple. For example the game seems to use the same approach some of the nfs games used to have in slowing drivers in front of you down and speeding the one behind you up. It tends to take the fun out of racing if you are out in front an an enemy zips by half a lap before the finish and there is absolutely no way you can prevent it.

    The same goes for the combat and powerup parts. Nitro and weapon powerup are all surrounded by nicely visible red circles but you only get to see what you actually get two or three car length before. They also respawn differently so what you actually get is mostly random which I find pretty annoying.

    But nothing about this is truly bad, what keeps it from being a decent game atm are strange breaks the game takes every minute or so. So the game does nothing for a few second and then probalby crashes you into the next corner unless you are lucky. And that was in single player, i have serious doubt that this game can provide smooth multiplayer games.

    Bottom line, wait for a patch or two and check the reviews here again.    … Expand
  2. Vihazur
    Oct 12, 2013
    5
    I would love to see more games like this.. except, you know. Good. Why are vehicular combat games so few, far between, and when they do come out.. terrible?

    I've heard the driving physics have improved, but I never played the previous one, so I can't even imagine how awful it must have been, for this to be an improvement. Feels like driving around a brick, and nothing else about the    I would love to see more games like this.. except, you know. Good. Why are vehicular combat games so few, far between, and when they do come out.. terrible?

    I've heard the driving physics have improved, but I never played the previous one, so I can't even imagine how awful it must have been, for this to be an improvement. Feels like driving around a brick, and nothing else about the game even matters, if they can't get the physics right.

    It seems like yet another mediocre racing game, with the weapons just tacked on. I wish they'd add at least one mode that was all about the combat, instead of racing.. except if they did that, they'd be in even more dire need of weapons variety and diverse combat mechanics.

    Instead, the combat feels simplistic and feeble, while the driving itself is just downright pathetic, without it.    … Expand
  3. jcasetnl
    Jun 2, 2014
    6
    I really want to like this more. It's a nice throwback to games like Twisted Metal and Carmageddon. The humor is awesome. The upgrades are awesome. The music is awesome.

    But... The driving is extremely mediocre. The cars need to handle a bit more arcade-like for this kind of game. They feel heavy, they don't turn, and it feels like it takes weeks to get back up to speed. Even    I really want to like this more. It's a nice throwback to games like Twisted Metal and Carmageddon. The humor is awesome. The upgrades are awesome. The music is awesome.

    But...

    The driving is extremely mediocre. The cars need to handle a bit more arcade-like for this kind of game. They feel heavy, they don't turn, and it feels like it takes weeks to get back up to speed. Even standing on the nitro you rarely get a sense of speed.

    The tracks need to be less annoying. I'm talking Nitro-ing through a straight and then of course there's a strategically placed pillar right as you enter the turn to stop you dead. This, and other "don't go fast" annoyances are far too common in this game. Who the hell wants to approach turns with caution in a game like this? I love more tactical games like Grid, but if I want that I'll go play Grid.

    These annoyances really start to become glaring about 10 hours into the game when the difficulty ramps up. At some point it stops feeling like a smash-mouth racing battle and it starts necessitating too much deep thought, strategic pick-ups and conservative nitro-ing. In fact, not firing your weapons starts to feel like the better option in most cases.

    This game will start out as an 8 or 9 but as the frustration creeps in you'll eventually settle at 6 or 7.    … Expand
  4. NoCrapReview
    Apr 5, 2015
    5
    Addictive game but the enjoyment is taken quickly away by quite possibly the stupidest AI ever written. If you play with other drivers, they act you're not there, hence ram you like if you're against them, prevent you from killing, grab all the guns before you, and slow to a half to grab ammo.

    VERY cool game to play with friends, but the "defend the base" and "survivor" modes with the    Addictive game but the enjoyment is taken quickly away by quite possibly the stupidest AI ever written. If you play with other drivers, they act you're not there, hence ram you like if you're against them, prevent you from killing, grab all the guns before you, and slow to a half to grab ammo.

    VERY cool game to play with friends, but the "defend the base" and "survivor" modes with the computer shows the complete lack of time out into the AI.    … Expand
  5. Captain_Chaos
    Jun 22, 2016
    7
    It would be a stretch to say there was ever a “golden age” of combat racing games, but Gas Guzzlers reminds me strongly of the better titles in the genre. While inferior aesthetically to say, Jak X, Gas Guzzlers is mechanically sound, possessing solid controls, easy to use weapons and a diverse range of cars. The physics engine in particular is well-implemented, avoiding the sense ofIt would be a stretch to say there was ever a “golden age” of combat racing games, but Gas Guzzlers reminds me strongly of the better titles in the genre. While inferior aesthetically to say, Jak X, Gas Guzzlers is mechanically sound, possessing solid controls, easy to use weapons and a diverse range of cars. The physics engine in particular is well-implemented, avoiding the sense of weightless sliding about you get from games like Twisted Metal, nor the drunken careening into obstacles of Grand Theft Auto- unless you run over an oil slick, of course. It’s very easy to ♥♥♥♥ up driving controls and in a driving game, thus ruining the entire experience for everybody involved. Not so here. However, in other areas, Gas Guzzlers feels very much like the budget game it is. The music is ignorable at best and there is absolutely no semblance of plot, though there is amusing flavor text for each of the weapons and looks-real-but-has-a-fake-name cars. The campaign is structured like every other driving game ever, wherein you play a series of one-off races to rise through a leaderboard to the top, then becoming eligible to enter a tournament and advance to the next tier- three total. in this game’s case. You may receive a sponsorship and then gain additional funs from each win, and there are periodic exhibition events that force you to use a particular car and play a particular gametype but have large payouts. You unlock additional cars, tracks, parts, weapons and cosmetic customizations as you progress, most of which must then be purchased. There’s a fairly diverse range of tracks and arenas, and even gametypes featuring hordes of zombies in the multiplayer, if you have the “Full Metal Zombie” DLC. I was disappointed that no zombies appear in the campaign. However, barring tournaments and sponsored events, you may choose what type of event to play, allowing you to focus on a race type you are good at or enjoy over others. Also of note is the ability to select a voice pack for your driver, including a reasonable facsimile of Duke Nukem, though even his one-liners will eventually wear a bit thin. I must note that none of Gas Guzzler’s flaws is in its gameplay. If you like games that have cars with guns on them (and to my distress, many people apparently don’t) you will enjoy Gas Guzzlers. If you don’t… then why are you reading about one?… Expand

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73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. XGN
    Nov 29, 2013
    70
    Gas Guzzlers Extreme is an action-packed, fast paced racing game with insane combat features. The game features a variety of cars, from humble superminis, to full on giant yank tanks! The player starts with a low performance vehicle and gradually works their way up by earning money through a series of uniquely challenging races.
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  2. IGN Italia
    Nov 5, 2013
    75
    Gas Guzzlers Extreme is a solid and well-made arcade racing game. It might not be very original, but it is fun and very easy to pick up.
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  3. DarkStation
    Oct 29, 2013
    60
    If you absolutely must have a new combat car racing game, go for it. Otherwise, maybe hold off until the mood strikes you… or it’s on sale.
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