Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown Review

[ivankov shengei]

I had the opportunity to test the game Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, and while I find the game generally enjoyable, there are still many aspects that need improvement. Here is a detailed list of the positives and the elements that need to be addressed to enhance the gaming experience.

Points to Improve
Technical Issues

NPC Bugs: Non-player characters (NPCs) exhibit numerous bugs, including inconsistent behavior during and outside of races.
Collisions: Opponent cars often crash irrationally, disrupting the gameplay.
Vehicle Physics

Reactions on Sidewalks: When driving on sidewalks, the car bounces exaggeratedly.
Suspensions: Suspensions react excessively to braking, even at low speeds (5 km/h).
Braking Behavior: The reaction of the cars to braking is strange and unrealistic.
Aesthetics and Sounds

Camera: The camera movement during turns is disconcerting.
Water Reflections: The reflections are poorly executed and could be improved.
Vehicle Sounds: Some sounds, like those of the G-Class, lack realism. The exhaust notes are too exaggerated for certain models like the Alpine.
Realism

Fuel Tank: The absence of a fuel tank system reduces the game's realism. Adding this feature would significantly increase the enjoyment of the game.
Positive Points
Graphics

The overall beauty of the game is impressive and is one of its main assets.
Car Sounds

Although improvable, the car sounds are generally satisfying.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown is a promising game but still requires significant improvements to reach its full potential. With some technical adjustments and a particular focus on realism details, it could offer an exceptional driving experience.

Overall Rating: 12/20

[Coupe]

fuel tank would be great im adding that to my list, i also want way way more traffic.

[ivankov shengei]

Test Drive Unlimited (TDU) Solar Crown, in its demo version, disappoints by lacking essential features that made previous installments, notably TDU 1 and TDU 2, so successful. Elements such as the presence of police, radar fines, and used car sales, which added a realistic and immersive dimension, are notably absent.

In TDU 1 and TDU 2, being chased by the police and receiving speeding fines added an extra thrill to every race. It encouraged players to either adhere to driving rules or take calculated risks, thus enriching the gaming experience. Unfortunately, TDU Solar Crown seems to have overlooked this aspect, diminishing the realism and adrenaline that we expected.

Additionally, the ability to sell and buy used cars offered an interesting economic dimension, allowing players to manage their garage and make deals. The absence of this feature in the TDU Solar Crown demo leaves a noticeable gap in the gameplay.

We hope that the official version of TDU Solar Crown will address these shortcomings and reintegrate these essential elements to satisfy longtime fans of the franchise.

[YeetAuthority]

Publicado originalmente por ivankov shengei:

Test Drive Unlimited (TDU) Solar Crown, in its demo version, disappoints by lacking essential features that made previous installments, notably TDU 1 and TDU 2, so successful. Elements such as the presence of police, radar fines, and used car sales, which added a realistic and immersive dimension, are notably absent.

In TDU 1 and TDU 2, being chased by the police and receiving speeding fines added an extra thrill to every race. It encouraged players to either adhere to driving rules or take calculated risks, thus enriching the gaming experience. Unfortunately, TDU Solar Crown seems to have overlooked this aspect, diminishing the realism and adrenaline that we expected.

Additionally, the ability to sell and buy used cars offered an interesting economic dimension, allowing players to manage their garage and make deals. The absence of this feature in the TDU Solar Crown demo leaves a noticeable gap in the gameplay.

We hope that the official version of TDU Solar Crown will address these shortcomings and reintegrate these essential elements to satisfy longtime fans of the franchise.

Would argue that the police were one of the worst aspects of TDU1&2 because they didnt add to the gameplay, they were pretty unfair, unkillable, immovable tanks with strong rubber band / high spawn rates.