Summary
- Release Year: 2018
- Genres: Adventure, Arcade, Indie, Racing
- Platforms: Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4
- Developers: Refract Studios
- Publishers: Refract Studios
Distance: A Survival Racing Game That Breaks the Mold
Released in 2018, Distance is a survival racing game that combines the intense action of arcade racing with the exploration of an atmospheric world. Developed by Refract Studios, the game was widely praised for its innovative mechanics, visual style, audio design, and atmosphere.
Gameplay
In Distance, you control a unique car that allows you to boost, jump, rotate, and even fly through a chaotic and twisted city. The roads are treacherous and unpredictable, with obstacles around every corner. Instead of doing laps on a loop, you’ll be trying to survive to the end in the quickest time.
Your car’s abilities allow you to not only drive fast on the track but also upside down and on buildings and walls! You can also fly to discover new shortcuts and paths. This opens up a whole new level of possibilities for racing, and it’s one of the things that makes Distance so unique.
The game can be played in single-player or multiplayer mode. In single-player, you’ll race against AI opponents or attempt to beat your own best times. In multiplayer, you can compete with friends in a variety of modes, including Sprint, Reverse Tag, Stunt, and many others.
Features
- Abilities: The cars in Distance can perform many unique actions, such as boosting, jumping, flying, and rotating. This gives you a lot of freedom to experiment with different driving styles and find the best way to navigate the tracks.
- Adventure: The single-player campaign in Distance is a great way to learn the ropes of the game and explore the world. The story is short but intriguing, and it does a good job of setting the atmosphere for the game.
- Multiplayer: Distance’s multiplayer mode is a lot of fun, and it’s one of the best ways to experience the game. You can compete with friends in a variety of modes, including Sprint, Reverse Tag, Stunt, and many others.
- Level editor: Distance includes a powerful level editor that can be used to create your own tracks. The editor is easy to use and it gives you a lot of freedom to create whatever kind of track you want.
- Original soundtrack: The soundtrack in Distance is excellent, and it really helps to set the atmosphere for the game. The music is composed by Hyper Potions, who also composed the soundtrack for the award-winning game Nitronic Rush.
Visuals and Atmosphere
Distance’s visuals are stunning, and the game’s atmosphere is top-notch. The city is full of neon lights and vibrant colors, and the tracks areどれも芸術作品のようにデザインされています。車のデザインも素晴らしく、細部までこだわりが感じられます。
The game’s atmosphere is dark and mysterious, and it really draws you into the world. The story is told through environmental storytelling, and it’s up to you to piece together the clues to uncover the truth about the city’s past.
Conclusion
Distance is a truly unique and unforgettable racing game. It’s a must-play for fans of arcade racing, exploration, and atmospheric games. With its innovative mechanics, stunning visuals, and excellent soundtrack, Distance is a game that will stay with you long after you finish playing it.
Review Score
8.5/10
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