Can't Drive This
" Chaotic action racing with unique co-op road building but limited content and frustrating controls "
Can't Drive This Review
Can't Drive This is a cooperative party game where one player builds a track while the other drives a car trying to stay on it. The concept is praised as unique and entertaining, especially for couch co-op sessions with friends, leading to many laughs and chaotic moments. However, players note that the game currently offers limited content, with only a few modes and maps, which causes the novelty to wear off quickly after 15-30 minutes of play.
Gameplay mechanics combine frantic driving and track building, but some find the controls frustrating and the difficulty sometimes unfair due to fast car speed and challenging tile placement. Online multiplayer suffers from a small player base and connection issues, making local co-op the preferred mode. Despite bugs and occasional technical problems, the developers are responsive and continue to update the game. The price is considered high relative to content, but the game shines as a fun, social experience with friends.
Highlights
Players highly praise Can't Drive This for its innovative cooperative gameplay that blends driving and track building in a frantic, humorous way. The game excels as a local couch co-op party game, generating laughter and friendly rivalry.
The graphics are described as crisp and charming, with immersive details like water physics and platform visuals enhancing the experience. The soundtrack and physics add to the chaotic fun. Developers' engagement and ongoing updates improve controls and add new modes, showing promise for future growth.
Criticisms
Common criticisms focus on the limited content and repetitive gameplay, which reduce long-term appeal. Many players find the driving controls difficult and sometimes unresponsive, with the car speed feeling too fast and unforgiving.
Online multiplayer is hampered by a small player base and connectivity issues, limiting matchmaking options. Some bugs and glitches persist, such as control resets and block placement problems. The game's price is viewed as too high given the current amount of content and playtime available.
Pros
- • Unique and innovative cooperative gameplay that fosters teamwork and chaos.
- • Excellent local couch co-op experience with friends for lots of laughs.
- • Crisp and charming graphics with immersive environmental details.
- • Engaging physics and soundtrack that enhance the frantic gameplay.
- • Developers actively respond to feedback and provide updates.
- • Simple concept easy to learn but challenging to master.
- • Multiple game modes including fun party and capture-the-egg modes.
Cons
- • Limited content leading to boredom after 15-30 minutes of play.
- • Frustrating driving controls and overly fast car speed.
- • Difficult tile placement mechanics causing player frustration.
- • Small online player base resulting in poor matchmaking.
- • Occasional bugs and glitches affecting gameplay experience.
- • Connection issues and disconnects in online multiplayer.
- • Lack of tutorials or options to ease difficulty for new players.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Can't Drive This released?
Can't Drive This was released on March 18, 2021.
Who developed Can't Drive This?
Can't Drive This was developed by Pixel Maniacs.
Is Can't Drive This available on Mac?
Yes, Can't Drive This is available on Mac.
Is Can't Drive This available on Linux?
Yes, Can't Drive This is available on Linux.
Where can I buy Can't Drive This?
You can buy Can't Drive This on Steam.
Game Details
Race your monster truck WHILE your friend builds the road. Go too slow, and you'll EXPLODE! And yes, it's as chaotic as it sounds – especially in four player split-screen.