Info about MXGP 24: The Official Game:

Official game description:


Release date: Nov 28, 2024

Categories: Racing Simulation, Vehicle Customization, Single-player Racing, Multiplayer, Career Mode, First-Person Perspective


- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price: No data
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: N/A
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: 0.5h
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that players generally did not spend much time with the game, often requesting refunds or uninstalling it within a short period. The reviews indicate dissatisfaction with the game's quality, leading to very short play sessions. There is no strong evidence to suggest typical playtime metrics for game completion, story completion, or endgame content, as most players did not engage with the game long enough to provide such data.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game is initially fun due to its smooth performance and gentle learning curve, but lacks depth in career mode and multiplayer options.
  - Stance: Fun then drops
  - Anchor: Gentle learning curve and smooth performance
  - Time to anchor: 0h 0m
  - Friction: Underdeveloped career mode; Lack of multiplayer lobbies; Repetitive and thin audio feedback
  - Unlock drivers: Customizable bike setups; Full career progression arc
  - Conditions: Smooth performance on a wide range of hardware; Gentle learning curve for newcomers
- Player Archetypes:
  - Casual Franchise Fan (sale)
    - Motivation: Enjoyment of licensed content and casual gameplay.
    - Playstyle: Casual, enjoys familiar tracks and athletes.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: Franchise fan; Casual player
    - Reference games: MXGP3; MXGP Pro; MXGP 2020; MXGP 2021
  - Critical Veteran (no buy)
    - Motivation: Seeking high-quality gameplay and multiplayer experiences.
    - Playstyle: Critical, experienced, and comparative.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: Veteran player; Experienced gamer
    - Reference games: MX Bikes; MX vs ATV; MXGP 2020; MXGP 2021
  - Disappointed Newcomer (deep sale)
    - Motivation: Seeking a good introduction to the genre or series.
    - Playstyle: Exploratory, but disappointed and cautious.
    - Experience: newcomer
    - Purchase stance: deep sale
    - Labels: Newcomer; Casual player
    - 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:
- Gentle learning curve (weight 0.14): The game's learning curve is gentle, making it accessible for newcomers.
- Variety of tracks (weight 0.12): Players like the selection and quality of tracks available in the game.
- Enjoyable first-person view (weight 0.12): Many players enjoy the first-person view, finding it immersive and fun.
- Realistic rosters and circuits (weight 0.11): The game includes real MX2 and MXGP rosters, as well as a complete lineup of official Grand Prix circuits.
- Regular patches and updates (weight 0.08): Developers are actively working on the game, releasing patches to fix bugs and improve maneuverability.
- Unique game personality (weight 0.05): The game has its own distinct personality, setting it apart from other similar games.
- Bike skidding in turns (weight 0.04): Some players note that the bike skids during turns, which can affect gameplay.
- Realistic air physics (weight 0.04): The air physics are much better with a little bit of inertia, adding to the realism.
- Reasonable pricing (weight 0.04): The game is priced reasonably for its genre, making it accessible to a wider audience.
- Improved engine deceleration (weight 0.04): The engine decelerates less when releasing the accelerator, which is seen as an improvement.
- Realistic dirt and traction (weight 0.04): The game feels the dirt and traction like in WRC generations, adding to the realism.

Common complaints:
- General disappointment and poor quality (weight 0.95): Overall, the game is considered a letdown and of poor quality, with many players expressing strong dissatisfaction and regret over their purchase.
- Poor physics and controls (weight 0.89): Many players have complained about the terrible physics and controls in the game, making it difficult to handle the bikes and enjoy the gameplay.
- Lack of customization (weight 0.36): Players are disappointed with the limited customization options for both bikes and riders, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Poor graphics and audio (weight 0.34): The graphics and audio in the game are considered subpar, with stiff animations, weak sound effects, and overall poor quality.
- Lack of content and features (weight 0.31): The game is criticized for missing content and features that were present in previous versions, making it feel incomplete and inferior.
- Performance issues (weight 0.18): Players have reported various performance issues, including lag, bad framerate, and server problems.
- Lack of online multiplayer (weight 0.12): The absence of online multiplayer mode and related features has been a significant disappointment for many players.
- Disappointing career mode (weight 0.09): The career mode is criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking depth, failing to provide a satisfying experience.

Gameplay feedback:
- Poor game physics (weight 0.38): Many players criticize the game's physics, particularly regarding braking, turning, and suspension during jumps and collisions.
- Controls and learning curve (weight 0.21): The game's controls can be tough to get used to, and there is a noticeable learning curve. Some players find the controls to be poorly implemented.
- Authentic tracks and free ride (weight 0.15): Players appreciate the authentic tracks recreated with official branding and the inclusion of free ride areas.
- Multiplayer aspects (weight 0.08): The game includes multiplayer aspects, allowing players to compete against each other.
- Comparison with other games (weight 0.08): Players often compare this game with other similar games, highlighting differences and similarities in gameplay and features.
- AI behavior needs adjustment (weight 0.05): Players have noted that the AI behavior in the game needs adjustment, as it can be unpredictable or unrealistic.
- Slow game pace (weight 0.04): Some players find the game to be too slow, affecting the overall enjoyment and excitement.
- Confusing career start (weight 0.04): The beginning of the career mode is confusing for some players, making it difficult to get into the game.
- Poor track design (weight 0.04): Some players criticize the track design, finding them to be uninteresting or poorly designed.

Performance notes:
- Performance issues reported (weight 0.13): Several players have reported that the game is laggy and not well optimized. This results in a poor gaming experience due to low framerates and overall bad performance.
- Server downtime issues (weight 0.05): Players have encountered problems with server downtime, which affects the ability to play the game online.

Recommendations:
- Not recommended to buy (weight 0.16): Multiple reviews suggest that the game is not worth purchasing and recommend playing it only if it is free.
- Consider other games (weight 0.13): Several reviews suggest that other games like MXGP2021 or Mad Skills Motocross on mobile are better alternatives.
- Mixed recommendations (weight 0.09): Some reviews recommend the game, especially if you liked previous versions like MXGP3 or MXGP Pro.
- Non-English negative review (weight 0.04): A review in French advises not to buy the game.
- Mention of MX Bikes (weight 0.03): A review mentions 'MX Bikes' without further context.

Other player notes:
No miscpoints

Emotions:
- Disappointment (weight 0.45): Players feel let down by the game's poor quality, laggy performance, and unmet expectations compared to previous versions. Key issues include terrible controls, lack of pre-load options, and a significant drop in graphics and physics quality. The removal of the online mode and the overall lack of realism and customization options further contribute to the disappointment.
- Frustration (weight 0.16): Players are frustrated with the game's poor graphics, unpredictable handling, and lack of customization options. The game's poor gameplay mechanics, including braking and driving physics, add to the frustration. Additionally, the game is considered not worth the price due to its buggy nature.
- Anger (weight 0.14): Players express anger due to the game's extremely poor quality and execution. The game is considered a rip-off and a scam, with many issues including unplayable gameplay, outdated graphics, and terrible controls. The overall experience is seen as a significant downgrade compared to older games.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.1): Some players find the game enjoyable despite its flaws. The addictive driving mechanics and fun gameplay contribute to a positive experience. The first-person view is particularly appreciated by some reviewers.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.04): Players are satisfied with the game's good sounds and the learning curve associated with the control mechanics. These aspects provide a satisfying experience for some players.
- Excitement (weight 0.02): Players express excitement due to the addictive nature of the game. The enjoyment and engagement levels are high, making it a game that players can enjoy for extended periods.
- Positive (weight 0.02): Players have a positive outlook on the game and recommend it to others. The overall experience is enjoyable, leading to a positive emotional response.
- Hopeful (weight 0.02): Players are hopeful that the game will improve with continued work and updates. This optimism is based on the belief that the developers can address the current issues.
- Mixed feelings (weight 0.02): Players have mixed feelings about the game, appreciating some aspects while criticizing others. This duality leads to a complex emotional response, with both positive and negative points being noted.}