PixelJunk Racers

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Sep 13, 2007
Metascore
62

Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 12
  3. Negative: 2 out of 12
  1. Play UK
    74
    The real bonus is the range of race types available. [Issue#160, p.96]
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  2. GameSpot
    70
    PixelJunk Racers' virtual slot cars are fun in groups of people, but without online multiplayer, you'll get tired quickly if you're playing alone.
  3. PTGamers
    65
    PixelJunk Racers is a nice game, that can be seen either as a lost opportunity, or a little good idea.
  5. GamesRadar+
    60
    Before too long though, it's a bit too easy to find yourself growing tired of the sheer volume of other cars to bash into and the constant eyeball-gymnastics required to track your lanes. There's a surprising amount of skill involved with doing well in many of these events, so the faint-hearted will grow weary too soon.
  6. TotalPlayStation
    60
    PixelJunk Racers isn't a bad game, it's just prohibitively difficult, so much so that it's actually a turn-off.
  7. Hardcore Gamer
    60
    The many creative modes don't make up for the simplistic gameplay, though, leaving PixelJunk Racers feeling bland and forgettable. [Nov 2007, p.67]
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  8. IGN
    52
    An intrinsically bland concept keeps this game from becoming a truly enjoyable hit, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's terrible. We had a few good times with PixelJunk Racers (especially the confusion of trying to figure out seven different people playing seven different colors), but you may be better off passing on this one.
  9. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    50
    Even in 1080p it's excruciatingly tricky to tell which lane you're in, leading to a lot of unnecessary collisions. [Dec 2007, p.113]
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Awards & Rankings

75
#75 Best PS3 Game of 2007
75
#75 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2007

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User Score
6.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 10
  3. Negative: 3 out of 10
  1. sumethkongsuwan
    Aug 14, 2009
    1
    Tried the demo, i am disappointed. 1st persom is always preferred over 3rd person perspect any time. Not worth what 10 bucks. 42 meg program,Tried the demo, i am disappointed. 1st persom is always preferred over 3rd person perspect any time. Not worth what 10 bucks. 42 meg program, wow, no wonder its made by pixeljunk !! is this a joke or a rip off. So glad i tried the demo first. Most games fails miserably. Just my opinion...thank you… Full Review »
  2. AndyP.
    Jan 29, 2008
    8
    This game is a lot of fun and feels very different to more traditional racing games. The difficulty is a bit high in single player and This game is a lot of fun and feels very different to more traditional racing games. The difficulty is a bit high in single player and requires very sharp reflexes to do well, but play it for a while and you'll understand what it's all about. The game supports up to 7 players in multiplayer, which is where the game really comes alive. Fireball racer with 3 or 4 other players is an experience not to be missed - it's just a shame that with the simple controls there is no option to have two players on one pad like Micro Machines for the Megadrive. PS3 controllers are expensive! A nice little game that fans of high speed twitch action should enjoy. Due to the low price point and uniqueness of the gameplay I highly recommend it.… Full Review »
  3. RhodriB.
    Jan 29, 2008
    10
    Score attack on speed monkey and sudden death have taken hours of my life away!
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