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Editors’ Review

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Pixel Car Racer blends high-octane drag racing with the deep progression mechanics of a role-playing game. The game offers a nostalgic arcade experience with its distinct retro pixel art style that stands out against modern 3D competitors like CSR Racing 2 and the Need for Speed series.

The core loop is about building, tuning, and dominating the competition. With over 100 cars and a massive catalog of 1000+ parts, Pixel Car Racer encourages players to experiment with powerful engine swaps and detailed dyno tuning. The game promises a surprisingly detailed and engaging experience for car enthusiasts worldwide.

Expansive customization sandbox

With its unique RPG-style tuning system, Pixel Car Racer offers a level of mechanical depth rarely seen in a retro racing game. Players can dive into Dyno Tuning, tweaking performance stats to eke out every last bit of horsepower. This goes beyond simple aesthetic changes, as players must master the manual gear shifting and clutch-based launches to make their finely tuned machines competitive on the drag strip.

The visual customization is equally rich. Players can utilize the custom livery designer to create unique decals and paint schemes, ensuring their car stands out during street races. The beautiful pixel art graphics, while simple, are detailed and consistent. The art style not only evokes a sense of nostalgia but also allows the game to run smoothly across a wide range of devices without demanding high-end hardware.

The community features further bolster the game's longevity. An active community thrives around sharing livery designs, tuning setups, and racing tips. Cloud saving via Facebook login ensures players never lose their painstakingly customized garages. While fun and immersive, the drag and street modes can become quite repetitive over time, as the gameplay focus is heavily skewed toward preparation and tuning rather than diverse racing challenges.

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Pixel Car Racer 0/4
  • Pros

    • Deep, RPG-style performance tuning
    • Massive collection of cars and parts
    • Nostalgic and appealing pixel art graphics
    • Custom livery designer for personalization
  • Cons

    • Limited racing mode variety

Bottom Line

Hours of satisfying tinkering

Pixel Car Racer is a must-download for anyone who enjoys car culture, deep modification systems, and a classic 8-bit aesthetic. The game provides a satisfying and addictive cycle of tuning and racing that will keep dedicated gearheads engaged for hours. The massive catalog of cars and parts, combined with the detailed tuning options, offers a near-limitless sandbox for automotive creativity, despite the lack of variety in the racing modes.

What’s new in version 1.1.80

  • New Cars
  • Fixed an issue with Leaderboards
  • Fixed an issue with Cloud Saving
  • Fixed an issue with Facebook Login
  • Other Bug fixes and improvements

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Release
Latest update
Version
1.1.80
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
iOS
Operating System
iOS 12.1.2
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