Info about TrackDayR: Official game description: **The Ultimate Motorcycle Riding Simulation** --------------------------------------------- TrackDayR is not just a racing game — it’s a riding experience. Every bike is built around real proportions, real behavior, and a physics system designed to reward precision, control, and progression. This is not arcade racing: it’s about learning, improving, and pushing your limits lap after lap. **Total Freedom on Two (and More) Wheels** ------------------------------------------ Choose from a wide range of vehicles including pitbikes, dirt bikes, superbikes, ATVs, three-wheelers, sidecar MX, and prototype machines. Each vehicle delivers a unique riding style and requires a different approach to master. One game, countless ways to ride. **Train, Compete, and Race Online** ----------------------------------- Ride solo to refine your skills or jump online to race against other players. Compete in online sessions, compare lap times, and push your limits against riders from all over the world. **Global Rankings and Competitive Tournaments** ----------------------------------------------- TrackDayR features a global worldwide ranking system that tracks your performance across sessions and modes. Take part in organized tournaments to test your consistency, speed, and racecraft, and prove your value on an international competitive scale. **BikeJourney Mode – An Expanding Experience** ---------------------------------------------- BikeJourney is an experimental game mode that expands TrackDayR beyond traditional track sessions. Explore new ways to ride, progress, and interact with the game world through a mode designed to evolve over time alongside the community. **Built With and For the Community** ------------------------------------ TrackDayR is an evolving Early Access project shaped by player feedback. Frequent updates introduce new bikes, tracks, physics improvements, new competitive features, and additional game modes driven directly by the community. **Deep Modding Support – Powered by the Community** --------------------------------------------------- Modding is a core pillar of TrackDayR. Modders actively create bikes and tracks of every kind, experimenting with wildly different configurations, setups, and riding styles — from realistic replicas to unique, unconventional concepts. On our side, MadCow provides increasingly powerful and up-to-date modding tools, designed to give creators full control and freedom. Our goal is simple: give the community the space and the tools to push TrackDayR far beyond its default content. **Every Detail Matters** ------------------------ From tire behavior and weight transfer to riding lines and braking technique, every decision affects performance. TrackDayR rewards riders who learn, adapt, and refine their style. Release date: Mar 17, 2021 Categories: Motorcycle Simulation, Racing Simulation, Vehicle Customization, Mod Support, Multiplayer, Open-World Exploration, Stunt Gameplay, Early Access - Hardware Profile: - Summary: Across all three Windows VRAM cohorts, performance is poor, with users reporting crashes and instability. - Sample size: 33 (3% coverage) - Audience skew: Review sample is mostly Windows-based. - Windows <8GB VRAM (negative, 19 reports): Users report terrible performance on this hardware. - Windows 8-11GB VRAM (negative, 8 reports): Game looks good but crashes frequently. - Windows 12-15GB VRAM (negative, 5 reports): Game crashes on load, preventing play for weeks. - Caveats: 33 of 946 reviews expose hardware metadata.; Review sample is mostly Windows-based. Feature extractions: - Community Price: - Community fair range: $15.00 - $20.00 - Reasoning: The community is split: some praise the game as a great value and urge buying at full price, while others explicitly state it is not worth $25 due to bugs and lack of polish. The mention of 'not worth 25' suggests the current price is too high for many, but positive reviews indicate the game has merit. A fair base price range below $25, around $15–20, balances the perceived value with the early-access issues. - Playtime Metrics: - Game completion: N/A - Story completion: N/A - Session length: 3.0h - Endgame: N/A - Reasoning: The first quote explicitly reports a 3-hour session spent adjusting settings, indicating a typical session length of around 3 hours. The second quote suggests that players can engage in long sessions, supporting the session length estimate. - Time-to-fun: - Summary: The game is generally fun from the start, especially with friends and for bike enthusiasts, though some players encounter a learning curve and wish for a tutorial. - Stance: Fun immediately - Anchor: N/A - Time to anchor: N/A - Friction: learning curve; lack of tutorial; multiplayer bugs; boring tracks; wheelie control issues - Unlock drivers: progression; skill improvement; updates; mods - Conditions: playing with friends; liking bikes; willingness to learn; having mods - Player Archetypes: - Simulation Purist (sale) - Motivation: Realistic physics and authentic riding experience - Playstyle: Focuses on precise throttle control, suspension tuning, and realistic racing lines - Experience: veteran - Purchase stance: sale - Labels: N/A - Reference games: Milestone; MX Bikes; MX vs ATV - Casual Rider (buy) - Motivation: Fun, social play and easygoing riding - Playstyle: Chill riding, wheelies, freeride, multiplayer with friends - Experience: familiar - Purchase stance: buy - Labels: bike lover - Reference games: N/A - Mod Enthusiast (buy) - Motivation: Expanding content through mods and community creations - Playstyle: Downloads and installs mods, explores custom maps and bikes - Experience: familiar - Purchase stance: buy - Labels: N/A - Reference games: N/A - Disappointed Early Adopter (no buy) - Motivation: Hoping for improvements and a polished experience - Playstyle: Attempts to engage with the game but is hindered by bugs and performance - Experience: mixed - Purchase stance: no buy - Labels: N/A - Reference games: N/A Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category. Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews. What players like: - Better than MX Bikes (weight 0.22): Players consistently report that this game is more fun, realistic, and easier to learn than MX Bikes. The simulation and sound quality are also considered superior. - Great bikelife simulator (weight 0.18): The game is praised as a perfect simulator for bikelife, offering more than most bike games. It is considered the best bikelife game and highly realistic for motorbike enthusiasts. - Fun and addictive gameplay (weight 0.18): Players find the game incredibly fun, addictive, and enjoyable to play with friends. It offers many possibilities and is a great game to relax with. - Easy and fun wheelies (weight 0.15): The game makes wheelies easy to perform, which is excellent for freeride and bikelife. Players enjoy the styling and wheelie mechanics. - Excellent wheelie physics (weight 0.13): The wheelie physics are highly praised as fun and engaging. Players enjoy the physics once they get used to them, making it a great wheelie game. - Satisfying wheelie tricks (weight 0.13): Wheelies are fun, satisfying, and allow for tricks. Cruising while doing wheelies is great, and the game is very cool for wheelie enthusiasts. - Great mod support (weight 0.13): The game has excellent mod support with many great mods available. Players find the game incredible and very fun when using mods. - Good overall game (weight 0.1): The game is considered good overall with a decent foundation. Players acknowledge it as a good game despite any minor issues. - Wide bike variety (weight 0.1): The game offers a wide range of bikes to choose from, including electric bikes. Players appreciate the good variety of bikes available. - Great and cool game (weight 0.1): Players describe the game as great, really cool, and really fun. It is generally well-received and enjoyable. - Improved graphics (weight 0.1): The graphics have improved and are top-notch. Players also note that graphics optimization has improved, enhancing the visual experience. Common complaints: - Bugs and glitches prevalent (weight 0.34): Players frequently report numerous bugs, glitches, and errors across the game, especially in multiplayer, with graphical and physics issues. This is the most common complaint, indicating a widespread stability problem. - Physics need improvement (weight 0.28): Many players criticize the physics as unrealistic, poorly implemented, and buggy, affecting control and overall gameplay feel. Specific mentions include dirt physics, air behavior, and bike handling. - Updates worsen game (weight 0.23): Players feel that updates introduce new bugs and degrade physics, making the game less stable and less enjoyable over time. This suggests a negative trend in post-launch support. - Game unplayable and poorly optimized (weight 0.13): Some players describe the game as unplayable due to poor optimization and persistent bugs, leading to frustration and abandonment. Performance issues are a major barrier to enjoyment. - Bike handling feels bad (weight 0.11): Players complain that bikes feel terrible to ride, with poor control and unrealistic behavior, which undermines the core gameplay. This is a specific but significant issue for a racing game. - Tracks become boring (weight 0.1): Players find the tracks repetitive and uninteresting, leading to boredom over time. This suggests a lack of variety in level design. - Game feels unrealistic (weight 0.1): The game is criticized for being unrealistic, which detracts from the simulation experience. This is a core issue for a game aiming for realism. - UI needs improvement (weight 0.1): The user interface is described as janky and unclear, making navigation difficult. A better UI would enhance the overall user experience. - Price too high (weight 0.09): A subset of players believes the game is overpriced relative to its quality and content, suggesting that the cost does not match the experience. This could deter potential buyers. - Clutch mechanic broken (weight 0.06): The manual clutch does not work realistically, frustrating players who expect proper simulation. This is a specific gameplay mechanic that needs fixing. - Crash recovery slow (weight 0.06): Getting back on the bike after a crash takes too long, disrupting gameplay flow. This is a minor but annoying issue. Gameplay feedback: - Wheelie and stunt gameplay (weight 0.27): The game prominently features wheelies, tricks, and stunting, with multiple reviewers noting its wheelie physics and stunt modes. It is often described as a wheelie simulator that can be challenging. - Diverse motorcycle selection (weight 0.23): Players appreciate the wide variety of motorcycles available, including dirt bikes, sport bikes, and other types. The game allows choosing from many bikes, enhancing replayability. - Bike life simulation (weight 0.21): The game is frequently characterized as a bikelife simulator, offering a realistic motorbike experience that stands out from other bike games. It includes ride modes and a focus on street biking culture. - Simulation and arcade blend (weight 0.21): Reviewers describe the game as a middle ground between simulation and arcade, with mostly sim physics but enough arcade elements to be accessible. It is often called semi-realistic or sim-cade. - Realistic physics (weight 0.21): The game features very realistic vehicle physics, including realistic fall and riding physics. This realism contributes to a challenging learning curve and a more immersive experience. - Mod support essential (weight 0.19): The game supports mods for bikes and maps, which are considered necessary to fully enjoy the experience. Mods can be found on the official site, and stunting often requires installing them. - Multiplayer and online modes (weight 0.18): The game supports online multiplayer, including public servers and community-created servers. It can be played with friends, and there is a dedicated bike life multiplayer mode. - Steep learning curve (weight 0.13): The game has a noticeable learning curve, with physics that are hard to get used to initially. However, some reviewers find it easy to learn, indicating a mixed experience for newcomers. - Various game modes (weight 0.12): The game includes a wide range of modes such as drag racing, supermoto, motocross, and police and thief. This variety keeps gameplay fresh and caters to different interests. - Graphics and settings (weight 0.1): The game has decent graphics and adjustable settings, allowing players to customize their experience. This includes gamepad input and driving assists. - Time attack and trials (weight 0.08): The game offers time attack and time trial modes, as well as a trials mode, providing competitive and skill-based challenges. These modes add variety beyond free riding. - Open-world sandbox (weight 0.08): The game is essentially a sandbox where players can ride bikes and tracks alone or with random players. It offers an open-world mode and many map options. - Realistic crash mechanics (weight 0.08): The game features realistic crash mechanics, including the need to walk back to the bike and turn it on after a fall. Falling is punitive, adding to the simulation feel. - Sidecar and unique vehicles (weight 0.07): The game features sidecar vehicles and other unique options like scooters and mountain bikes. This expands the vehicle roster beyond typical motorcycles. - Early access state (weight 0.06): The game is heavily in early access with a small dev team, which may affect its polish and content completeness. This is a common concern among reviewers. - First-person view (weight 0.05): The game can be played in first-person view, and gameplay differs between first and third person, possibly with different physics. This offers a more immersive perspective. - Sliding and big whips (weight 0.05): The game includes a sliding feature and allows for big whips, enhancing stunt capabilities. These features are appreciated by players interested in freestyle. - Speed cameras and police (weight 0.05): The game has speed cameras in town and a police and thief mode, adding a law enforcement element. This provides additional gameplay dynamics. - Controller recommended (weight 0.03): The game requires a controller to play, as keyboard controls may be insufficient. This is a practical consideration for potential players. - Terrain deformation (weight 0.03): The game includes terrain deformation, which affects riding physics and adds to the realism. This feature is noted by at least one reviewer. Performance notes: - Performance issues and lag (weight 0.22): Multiple reviews report lag, low frame rates, and stuttering, indicating widespread performance problems across different hardware configurations. - Poor optimization (weight 0.18): Users criticize the game's optimization, noting that it runs poorly on various systems and requires high-end hardware for acceptable performance. - Hardware requirements too high (weight 0.15): The game is difficult to run on low-end PCs, with some reporting unplayable frame rates and the need for hardware upgrades. - Crashes and instability (weight 0.13): Several reviews mention frequent crashes, freezes, and the game becoming unresponsive, impacting overall stability. - Loading screen problems (weight 0.11): Users experience long or infinite loading screens, and sometimes the game fails to launch entirely. - Performance varies by hardware (weight 0.08): While some high-end systems run the game well, mid-tier and low-end systems struggle, showing inconsistent performance across different setups. - Specific map performance issues (weight 0.06): Certain maps, like Heelie City, are reported to be laggy, and maps with heavy foliage cause performance drops on weaker PCs. - Tabbing out causes crashes (weight 0.03): One user reports that tabbing out of the game leads to a black screen and crash, indicating a specific stability bug. Recommendations: - Game is highly recommended (weight 0.3): Multiple reviewers strongly recommend the game, with some giving it a 100% recommendation and others saying it is definitely worth buying. The positive sentiment is consistent across several clusters. - Not recommended currently (weight 0.25): Several reviewers advise against buying the game right now, citing that it is not worth the money or that it is broken. Some suggest waiting for a full release or for fixes to be implemented. - Recommended for motorcycle enthusiasts (weight 0.21): The game is specifically recommended for fans of motorcycles, motocross, and bike culture. Reviewers mention it is ideal for those who love bikes, bikelife, and moto enthusiasts. - Better alternatives exist (weight 0.17): Some reviewers recommend other games in the genre, such as MXGP, Ride 6, or MX Bikes, as better alternatives. They suggest buying another moto game instead of this one. - Mods enhance the experience (weight 0.17): Many reviewers suggest downloading mods for the most fun, including maps, motorcycles, and clothing. The modding community is seen as a key part of the game's value and replayability. - Good value for money (weight 0.13): Several reviewers state the game is worth the money and is the best game for its price. Some also note that buying now ensures all content is free until full release, and the price will increase over time. - Fun but not realistic (weight 0.1): The game is recommended for those seeking a fun, varied experience without strict realism. It is also suggested for players who want a semi-realistic motorbike game that can cause some rage. - Wait for improvements (weight 0.1): Several reviewers suggest waiting until the game is fixed or fully released before purchasing. They advise keeping it on the radar but note it is currently not recommendable. - Recommended for MX fans (weight 0.08): The game is recommended for fans of MX Bikes, MX vs ATV Legends, and MX vs ATV Reflex. It is also suggested for those who like ATV dirt bikes but do not want two separate games. - Buy at your own risk (weight 0.07): Some reviewers give a mixed recommendation, saying to buy at your own risk or that they recommend and do not recommend at the same time. One suggests watching a video before buying because most people do not like it. - Will not disappoint (weight 0.07): Some reviewers state that buying the game will not disappoint or make you angry, reinforcing the positive experience. - Support development by buying (weight 0.05): A few reviewers recommend buying the game to support the developers, giving a thumbs up for development. One suggests getting it at full price to support the team. - Try before committing (weight 0.05): One reviewer suggests buying the game and trying it for an evening to get a positive experience. Another recommends downloading mods as it is easy to do. - Recommended for freeride (weight 0.03): The game is recommended for those who enjoy freeride and wheelies, adding to the variety of gameplay options available. - Base game has possibilities (weight 0.03): One reviewer recommends the game because of all the possibilities in the base game, suggesting it offers a lot of content without needing mods. - Get it immediately (weight 0.02): One reviewer advises getting the game as soon as possible, indicating a strong positive recommendation. Other player notes: - Comparisons to MX Bikes mixed (weight 0.59): Many reviews compare the game to MX Bikes, with opinions split: some find this game better and more fun, while others consider MX Bikes more realistic or superior. This indicates a divisive reception among sim racing fans. - Comparisons to other racing games (weight 0.44): The game is frequently compared to titles like MXGP, Ride, Assetto Corsa, and MX vs ATV, with mixed results. Some see potential to become the bike equivalent of Assetto Corsa, while others find rivals more realistic or complete. - Strong modding support (weight 0.43): The game supports extensive modding, including bikes, maps, and tools, with an active community providing free content. Mods are easy to install and significantly enhance the game, though some may require external tools or carry virus risks. - Active developer team (weight 0.31): The developers are highly active, providing frequent updates, hotfixes, and communicating with the community. They listen to feedback and support modders, which is appreciated by players, though some note updates have worsened the game or that content is added over fixes. - Early access with limited content (weight 0.19): The game is in early access and currently has very little content, described as barebones. This is a common criticism, with players noting the lack of features and polish expected from a full release. - Positive value and price (weight 0.15): The game is considered well worth the money, with a fair price and lots of free content. Buying now grants all future content for free until full release, and the price is expected to increase over time. - Community praised (weight 0.1): The game has a good community of riders and modders, with an active Discord for sharing mods and communication. However, some report that developers ban or kick users for negative feedback, which is a concern. - Learning curve and physics (weight 0.1): The game has a learning curve, but it is not as steep as MX Bikes. Physics are generally realistic, though some compare them to mobile games or arcade titles, and fall-off behavior is more forgiving. - Graphics and performance (weight 0.09): Graphics are not demanding and are compared to GTA 5, with some praising the first-person camera animation. The game runs on Linux with Proton, making it accessible to a wider audience. - Potential for future growth (weight 0.07): The game has a promising roadmap and could become a top motorcycle sim if it reaches full release. Players are optimistic about updates and the addition of more content. - Developer team size (weight 0.07): The game is developed by a small team of only 3 people, which explains the early access state and limited content. Despite this, they are active and passionate. - Lacks specific content (weight 0.06): Players note missing content such as certain bike models (Yamaha Monster, KTM Red Bull, Kawasaki Monster) and snow bike kits. This limits the experience for those expecting a wider variety of official content. - Developer communication issues (weight 0.05): While the team is active, there are reports of banning players for feedback and kicking from Discord for negative comments. This suggests a need for better community management. - AI disclosure concerns (weight 0.05): The game does not disclose its use of generative AI in artwork and text, which is a concern for some players. This lack of transparency may influence purchasing decisions. Emotions: - Frustration (weight 0.21): Players are overwhelmingly frustrated by severe technical issues, including crashes, infinite loading screens, and poor optimization that make the game unplayable on many systems. The physics and controls are widely criticized for being broken, with bikes feeling like they are on ice, having extreme sensitivity, and lacking proper gearing. Additionally, updates have introduced new bugs, settings fail to work, and mod installation is difficult, compounding the overall negative experience. - Satisfaction (weight 0.17): Players are satisfied with the game's balance between simulation and arcade gameplay, which provides a realistic yet accessible riding experience. The physics, graphics, and sound are praised, along with the sense of progression and the rewarding feeling of improving driving skills. The active development team and strong modding community also contribute to a positive experience, with many considering it the best motorcycle game for PC. - Disappointment (weight 0.13): Players are disappointed by the game's failure to meet expectations, particularly in terms of physics realism and content depth. Many feel the game is overpriced and lacks features like AI, campaign, and sufficient maps, especially compared to competitors like MX Bikes. Technical issues, poor optimization, and a perceived lack of developer focus on fixing core problems further dampen the experience. - Enjoyment (weight 0.12): Players enjoy the game for its fun and engaging physics, especially the wheelie mechanics, which provide a satisfying and addictive experience. The ability to play with mods and multiplayer with friends on community servers adds significant replay value. Despite some jankiness, the game is described as a blast, with many finding it easy to pick up and play, making it a great choice for casual riding and stunting. - Excitement (weight 0.07): Players are excited about the game's potential, especially with heavy modding capabilities and the variety of modes and bike choices. The realistic and fun gameplay, particularly in first-person view, along with amazing bike sounds, creates an immersive experience. The active development team and promising future updates generate anticipation for what the game can become. - Admiration (weight 0.04): Players admire the game for its top-notch graphics and physics, which are considered among the best in motorcycle simulation. The realistic riding and trick mechanics are highly praised, with some comparing the visuals to GTA 5. The overall quality and attention to detail earn the game descriptions like 'amazing' and 'incredible.' - Love (weight 0.03): Players love the game for its smooth and realistic wheelie physics, which give them full control over the bike and rider lean. The inclusion of a slight campaign mode and a variety of bikes, such as the Stark Varg, adds to the appeal. The game's realism and good developer support foster a strong positive attachment. - Confusion (weight 0.02): Players are confused by unclear mechanics, such as how to perform tricks, and find the controls weird, leading to a lack of control over the bike. Technical issues like the game showing as purchased but not appearing in the library, or the game deleting itself, add to the confusion. The bike tuning and garage editing are not beginner-friendly, and some tracks are poorly designed, making navigation difficult. - Appreciation (weight 0.02): Players appreciate the game's improved graphics and physics, which have become more realistic over time. The attention to small details and the variety of bikes and maps are valued, making the game stand out among motorcycle titles. The small development team's passion and consistent updates are also recognized and appreciated. - Anger (weight 0.02): Players are angry about the game's buggy state and the updates that have made it worse. A serious issue involves a mod that gave a reviewer a virus, raising security concerns. Additionally, the developers' practice of banning players for negative feedback, including kicking them from Discord, has sparked outrage. - Enthusiasm (weight 0.02): Players are enthusiastic about the game, considering it the best MX game currently available. The large selection of motorcycles and the game's superiority over MX Bikes are highlighted as key strengths. The excellent graphics and overall quality generate strong positive sentiment. - Hope (weight 0.02): Players hope the game will improve over time, with many believing it has significant potential. The recent big update and the developers' commitment to development give players faith that the game will eventually deliver on its promises. There is a sense of rooting for the project's success and looking forward to future enhancements. - Fun (weight 0.01): Players find the game fun and easy to pick up, with the ability to wheelie and perform tricks for miles being particularly enjoyable. The process of discovering preferred settings adds to the fun, making the game accessible and entertaining for a wide range of players. - Boredom (weight 0.01): Players report that the game becomes boring quickly, with tracks getting repetitive and the overall experience losing its appeal after a few hours. The lack of variety and engaging content leads to a rapid decline in interest. - Sarcasm (weight 0.01): Players express sarcasm about the game's value, noting that it costs more than MX Bikes but is not as fun out of the box. The inability to download mods further exacerbates the feeling of being shortchanged, leading to a sarcastic tone in reviews. - Joy (weight 0.01): Players feel joy from having fun playing the game alone, with the improved physics and more precise controls after updates enhancing the experience. The game provides a satisfying and enjoyable riding experience that brings happiness to players. - Regret (weight 0.01): Players regret their purchase due to poor performance, such as running at only 19 fps, and the high price for what they consider a subpar game. The mismatch between cost and quality leads to feelings of regret and dissatisfaction. - Disgust (weight 0.01): Players are disgusted by the game's poor graphics and bad physics, which detract from the overall experience. The whips are described as bad, and the game is considered horrible, leading to strong negative reactions. - Annoyance (weight 0.01): Players are annoyed by glitches, such as an overly sensitive red light in drag racing, and the time-consuming crash recovery that forces them to wait to get back on the bike. These issues interrupt gameplay and cause frustration. - Gratitude (weight 0.01): Players express gratitude for the incredible community mods that enhance the game, as well as appreciation for the developers' efforts in creating the game. The modding community and developer support are highly valued, contributing to a positive overall sentiment.}