Info about Trackmania United Forever:

Official game description:
TrackMania is the most entertaining car racing game ever. Millions of players play it in single or multiplayer modes. TrackMania United Forever is the ultimate TrackMania edition thanks to the numerous additions and innovations it has to offer. This version brings together all the environments of the series and comes with a huge, enriched single-player campaign including 4 different modes and 420 progressively difficult tracks.  
Drive at mind-blowing speed on today's most spectacular tracks. Soaring jumps, loops, hairpin bends, turbo boosts, track-breakers, rails and ramps...every track delivers a new and intense experience, offering sensational gaming across single and multiplayer modes.  
**Features:**  
*   4 single player modes (Race, Platform, Stunt and Puzzle) on 420 spectacular progressively challenging tracks.  
*   7 types of vehicles offering different gameplay and driving experiences in 7 TrackMania environments - of which one, Stadium, is compatible with the free game, TrackMania Nations Forever  
*   Solo and team based multiplayer modes. Join millions of players online on the TrackMania servers.  
*   A spectacular graphics update for the three historic environments (Desert, Snow and Rally.  
*   Integrated peer-to-peer sharing system to showcase all of your customizations with your opponents (modified vehicles, avatar...).  
*   Earn "Coppers", the virtual currency of TrackMania players, by winning medals in solo mode or by trading your TrackMania creations with other players (cars, skins, tracks, videos...)  
*   Official rankings in solo and multiplayer. In solo play, along with earning medals for great racing, you can participate in official rankings by recording your best times on the game's tracks.  
*   Create your own tracks, vehicles and videos with the TrackMania editors, paint shop and movie studio!  
*   Continue with all your data from TrackMania Nations Forever, including medals, ladder positions, scores, and friends.

Release date: Apr 16, 2008

Categories: Racing, Arcade Racing, Level Editor, Custom Map Support, Time Attack Mode, Multiplayer

Feature scans:
- Proton/Linux: score 40; verdict: Minor tweak required (Proton Experimental); summary: A single filtered review reports perfect Linux operation when using Proton Experimental. No Linux-specific launch failures, crashes, anti-cheat blockers, or graphical issues are mentioned. The evidence is positive but limited, and reliance on Proton Experimental counts as a minor compatibility tweak rather than a fully default out-of-the-box experience.
- Steam Deck: score 40; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The audit finds a playable but tinkering-oriented Steam Deck experience. One review confirms Linux performance via Proton Experimental, which is not a seamless native out-of-box result and triggers the minimum score of 40 under the criteria. A Uplay mention adds external launcher ecosystem context. Other feedback is positive about controls, graphics, sound, and course variety, with no reports of crashes, unreadable UI, or battery drain.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $10.00 - $20.00
  - Reasoning: Reviewers repeatedly anchor the game's value to sale prices around £10 to $15, while calling $30 too high for an older, largely unchanged release. At the same time, some players say it is worth buying even at full price and praise the large content package, which supports a fair base-game range above the deepest sale price but below the $30 level. This points to a community fair range of roughly $10 to $20.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: N/A
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: N/A
  - Endgame: 2000.0h
  - Reasoning: The usable evidence is limited to long-term playtime reports for Trackmania United Forever itself: 5,000 hours over 10 years, 4k-5k hours, about 2,000 real hours, and nearly 200 hours within a month or two. These support a long-tail endgame estimate around 2,000 hours. No explicit numeric evidence supports a completion time, story completion time, or typical session length, so those metrics are null. Playtime claims for Nations Forever/TMNF and other versions were excluded as other-game evidence.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: Trackmania United is overwhelmingly described as fun and addictive from the start, especially through singleplayer medal chasing and multiplayer racing, with learning the physics mainly deepening enjoyment for some players.
  - Stance: Fun immediately
  - Anchor: N/A
  - Time to anchor: N/A
  - Friction: Learning the game's bugs and physics; Managing speed while cornering without losing momentum; Initial dislike of the Coast environment
  - Unlock drivers: Learning the game's bugs and physics; Applying learned skills in multiplayer; Learning to manage speed while cornering; Getting used to each environment's handling
  - Conditions: Playing singleplayer tracks and earning medals; Learning the game's bugs and physics; Taking skills into multiplayer; Playing online or with friends; Using the track editor and player-created tracks; Choosing a preferred playstyle such as casual completion, medals, or leaderboards; Community or server availability
- Player Archetypes:
  - World-Record Time-Attack Hunter (buy)
    - Motivation: Chasing faster times and leaderboard or world-record glory.
    - Playstyle: Time attack with instant restarts, ghost racing, physics or bug mastery, and leaderboard optimization.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Chill Arcade Campaigner (buy)
    - Motivation: Relaxed fun, medal completion, and low-pressure arcade racing.
    - Playstyle: Single-player campaigns and medals, casual track completion, and avoiding high-pressure online play.
    - Experience: newcomer
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Track Editor Tinkerer (sale)
    - Motivation: Creative control and endless user-generated content.
    - Playstyle: Builds and downloads tracks, installs mods or vehicle models, and races custom or community-made content.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Nostalgic Series Veteran (buy)
    - Motivation: Nostalgia, loyalty to classic TrackMania, and long-term community connection.
    - Playstyle: Returns to classic environments, official solo rankings, and small multiplayer communities while comparing old and new entries.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: Trackmania Nations Forever


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:
- Extensive track editor and custom tracks (weight 0.75): Players praise the advanced track editor that allows creating any track, and the community has produced hundreds of thousands of custom tracks. The editor is simple, intuitive, and offers great tools for unique routes.
- Addictive and fun arcade racing (weight 0.65): Reviewers describe the game as highly addictive and extremely fun, with an arcade racing style that is fast, tight, and deep. It remains fun even after many years.
- Overall very positive reception (weight 0.47): The game is widely described as great, very good, and one of the best racing games ever made. Reviewers consistently rate it highly.
- Seven diverse environments and cars (weight 0.45): The game features seven distinct environments, each with a different car and terrain, providing varied driving physics and scenery. This variety is a major highlight for many players.
- Best TrackMania game ever (weight 0.43): Many reviewers consider this the best TrackMania title, surpassing Trackmania 2020 in almost every way. It offers the full experience of classic TrackMania and is highly recommended.
- Online and local multiplayer (weight 0.41): Multiplayer is available both online and locally, and is considered highly addictive. Online play offers greater challenge and access to a vast number of community tracks.
- High replayability and longevity (weight 0.33): The game is highly replayable with lots of content, including around 300 built-in tracks and numerous community creations. It remains engaging over a long period.
- Friendly and active community (weight 0.32): The community is described as friendly, chill, and welcoming, with many active players and servers online even today. This contributes to a positive multiplayer experience.
- Multiple game modes (weight 0.32): The game includes several modes beyond standard racing, such as Platform, Stunt, and Puzzle, adding variety and challenges. This diversity is appreciated by players.
- Excellent controls and skill ceiling (weight 0.32): Controls feel precise and responsive, with an easy-to-learn but hard-to-master curve. The game offers an effectively infinite skill ceiling for arcade racing.
- Good graphics for its time (weight 0.31): Graphics are praised as really great and have aged well, still looking nice despite being from around 2008. They contribute to the overall pleasant experience.
- Includes car and track modding (weight 0.27): Support for modding is strong, allowing players to import car models and create custom tracks and skins. This adds to the game's longevity and creativity.
- Great value for money (weight 0.24): Reviewers feel the game is well worth the price, even at full price, due to its extensive content and replayability. It offers excellent value for money.
- Competitive and entertaining gameplay (weight 0.19): The game offers a great competitive experience while remaining entertaining. It is praised for its tight and deep arcade racing mechanics.
- Full TrackMania experience with all content (weight 0.15): The game includes all tracks from previous free versions like Trackmania Nations, providing a complete and varied TrackMania experience. It is considered the ultimate version.
- Runs well on low-end hardware (weight 0.13): The game performs well even on weak machines, making it accessible to a wide range of players. This is a notable advantage.
- High-speed racing over 1000 km/h (weight 0.13): Cars can reach speeds over 1000 km/h, which is a thrilling aspect of the game. This extreme speed adds to the excitement.

Common complaints:
- High price for old game (weight 0.58): Many reviewers complain that the game is too expensive given its age (over 18 years old), especially when compared to newer titles. The price is seen as a major drawback.
- Account and login problems (weight 0.53): Players face numerous account-related issues: inability to log in, account creation failures, lockouts due to account names, and difficulty recovering passwords or keys. Some are stranded without support.
- Coppers are lost unfairly (weight 0.38): Players lose coppers when downloads fail or are aborted, when tracks are corrupt, when server uploads fail, and even for pausing or hitting walls during official races. The currency is hard to earn and easy to lose, making the system feel punitive.
- Steam version has bugs (weight 0.38): The Steam release suffers from various issues, including being stuck on an outdated patch, graphical problems like low-resolution textures, and general instability. These bugs were never fixed by the developers.
- Steep difficulty and elite competition (weight 0.35): The game requires immense training to reach elite levels, with top medals and author times being extremely difficult. Competing against players who play over ten hours a day feels impossible.
- Online population is low (weight 0.33): The online community is described as deserted, with few players outside of Stadium, dead servers, and no competitions. This makes multiplayer feel empty and less enjoyable.
- Graphical glitches and bugs (weight 0.32): Various graphical issues persist, such as buggy shadows, lighting glitches, pop-in, texture blurring, and low-quality textures on certain hardware. Some require workarounds like dgvoodoo but remain problematic.
- Dated graphics and sound (weight 0.32): Graphics are considered outdated and not up to modern standards, while sounds and music are static, dated, and less memorable. The game no longer holds up visually or audibly against newer titles.
- Turbo is a poor remake (weight 0.3): TrackMania Turbo is criticized for bad car models, poor smoothness, unpleasant drifting, out-of-place voiceovers, and lack of new content beyond tracks. It feels like a repackaged United with flashy packaging.
- Lack of modern features (weight 0.3): The game lacks moving respawn, cloud saves, and newer environments like Lagoon, Canyon, and Valley. Online play is archaic, and private server setup requires a LAN party.
- Poor technical support (weight 0.28): Support for the game is virtually nonexistent; players cannot find how to contact help, feel money was taken without support, and struggle to resolve issues. Ubisoft is criticized for neglecting the game.
- Outdated and abandoned by devs (weight 0.27): The game has not received updates in years, remains on an old patch, and lacks modern features like cloud saves. Developers abandoned it, leaving bugs unfixed.
- TLS workaround needed online (weight 0.25): To register and play online, players must enable TLS 1.0 in Internet Options, which is an old and obscure requirement. Account creation often fails without this workaround.
- Game can be time-consuming (weight 0.25): The game can consume a lot of free time, and some players feel they will never amount to anything in it. Forced to play extreme tracks that take long to complete.
- Password and key truncation issues (weight 0.22): Passwords are limited to 9 characters and longer ones are truncated, causing login problems. Lost keys force account recreation with a new email, locking players out.
- Physics and controls awkward (weight 0.21): Physics are not the best, and certain environments like Desert have awkward controls and many obstacles requiring precision. The coast car tries to be realistic in an arcade game.
- Coppers charged without creator benefit (weight 0.19): Coppers are charged to download and share tracks, but the track creators receive none of the revenue. This practice is seen as unfair and exploitative.
- Sunrise incompatible with modern PCs (weight 0.19): Trackmania Sunrise cannot be launched on modern systems due to StarForce DRM and other compatibility issues. It is nearly impossible to run without significant workarounds.
- Barebones editor and solo modes (weight 0.17): The track editor is very simple and lacks depth, while solo modes are uninteresting to some. Later releases had a more console-ish editor, disappointing veterans.
- Community content sites down (weight 0.13): TMX and TrackMania Carpark websites are down due to security breaches, limiting access to user-generated tracks and custom models. This hampers sharing and downloading content.

Gameplay feedback:
- Arcade racing with skill-based gameplay (weight 0.72): The game is an arcade racing game where winning depends on skill, featuring an easy-to-learn but hard-to-master difficulty curve. Opponents are ghosts, emphasizing precise driving.
- Comprehensive track editor (weight 0.61): An integrated track editor lets players build custom tracks with advanced freedom, and these tracks can be shared via Trackmania Exchange. The editor supports mods and downloadable vehicles.
- Seven distinct environments with unique physics (weight 0.6): The game includes seven environments such as Stadium, Island, Snow, Rally, Coast, Desert, and Bay, each with different car physics and terrain. This variety adds depth to the racing experience.
- Online multiplayer and leaderboards (weight 0.6): The game supports online multiplayer with dedicated community servers and full lobbies, as well as online leaderboards for time trials. Players can race on community tracks.
- Car and track customization (weight 0.47): Players can customize cars with liveries and models using the car painter, and create custom tracks. Modding support allows importing car models and appearance edits.
- Multiple game modes (weight 0.41): Game modes include Race, Platform, Stunt, and Puzzle. Puzzle mode involves building a route using limited blocks, adding variety beyond standard racing.
- Variety of cars and tracks (weight 0.39): The game features multiple car types and a large roster of cars, along with many tracks across different themes. This provides diverse racing scenarios.
- No car-to-car collisions (weight 0.32): Cars do not collide with each other during races, making it a time-attack style experience where players focus on clean driving and optimal lines.
- Infinite content through user creation (weight 0.28): Players can create and race on a near-infinite number of tracks, providing endless content. The track editor and sharing tools enable this.
- Single player campaigns and challenges (weight 0.27): The game offers single player campaigns and challenges, along with a singleplayer mode. It also supports local multiplayer and hot seat.
- Stunt and platform challenges (weight 0.27): The game includes precision stunt jumps, loops, and platforming challenges, adding excitement and variety to the racing gameplay.
- Community track sharing (weight 0.23): Players can share and download community-created tracks via Trackmania Exchange, and the game includes an in-game track sharing system. This fosters a thriving community.
- Includes environments from multiple TrackMania games (weight 0.19): The game includes environments from multiple TrackMania titles, such as Stadium from Nations and environments from TrackMania 2 and Turbo like Canyon, Valley, and Lagoon.
- Free version available (weight 0.13): A free version, TrackMania Nations Forever, is available to try, offering additions and options beyond that version in the paid game.
- Account and login system (weight 0.12): The game uses an account creation and login system to access online features and leaderboards.

Performance notes:
- Runs well on low-end hardware (weight 0.34): Multiple reviewers confirm the game runs smoothly on weak machines, old PCs, and laptops. It has very low system requirements and performs well even on integrated graphics.
- Windows 11 iGPU VRAM bug (weight 0.09): On Windows 11 the game is stuck on integrated GPU with only 128MB VRAM, causing textures to not load or appear extremely low quality. This is a severe rendering issue for affected users.
- Steam Deck performance is excellent (weight 0.08): The game runs beautifully on Steam Deck at 90+ fps consistently on low settings. This indicates strong compatibility with portable hardware.
- StarForce DRM incompatibility (weight 0.08): StarForce DRM causes incompatibility with modern hardware and operating systems. This prevents the game from running on newer systems.
- Lighting glitches in Island environment (weight 0.08): Weird lighting glitches occur especially in the Island environment, even with a dgvoodoo workaround. This suggests persistent graphical anomalies in specific areas.
- 500+ FPS uncapped on highest settings (weight 0.08): The game runs over 500 FPS uncapped on highest graphics settings. This shows excellent performance on powerful hardware.
- Nadeo patch fixes graphical issues (weight 0.08): Graphical issues are fixed only by downloading a patch from Nadeo, after which the game looks great at high resolutions. This suggests the base game may have rendering problems that require an official patch.
- Steam version low-resolution textures (weight 0.08): The Steam version renders textures in low resolution regardless of settings. This is a specific issue with the Steam release.
- Multiplayer via LAN or emulator (weight 0.08): Multiplayer works via LAN or LAN emulators such as Hamachi or ZeroTier. This provides options for online play despite official servers.
- White screen fix patched (weight 0.08): The white screen fix for the Steam release has been patched by the developers. This resolves a known issue for Steam users.
- Runs smoothly on Windows 10 (weight 0.08): The game runs smoothly on Windows 10 with no bugs, lags, or crashes. This indicates good stability on that platform.
- Login fixed by enabling TLS 1.0 (weight 0.07): A login issue can be resolved by enabling TLS 1.0 in Internet configuration advanced settings. This is a specific workaround for connectivity problems.
- Runs perfectly on Nobara Linux (weight 0.07): The game runs perfectly on Nobara Linux, indicating good compatibility with certain Linux distributions. This is a positive note for Linux users.
- Some bugs and crashes reported (weight 0.07): Some players report bugs and crashes, though the reviewer did not encounter them. This indicates the game may have stability issues for some users.

Recommendations:
- Strong overall recommendation (weight 0.78): Many reviewers give unconditional or very strong recommendations, calling the game highly recommended or worth buying without hesitation.
- Ideal for arcade racing fans (weight 0.63): Reviewers repeatedly recommend the game to fans of arcade racing and high-skill driving, calling it a must-have for the genre.
- Try Nations Forever first (weight 0.51): Many suggest playing the free Trackmania Nations Forever before deciding to buy this version, as it may suffice for some players.
- Best played on sale (weight 0.49): A recurring theme is that the game is a great deal when discounted, with many advising to wait for a sale rather than pay full price.
- Best entry in the series (weight 0.35): Several reviewers consider this the best Trackmania game available, often praising it as the ultimate version of the series.
- Recommended for Trackmania veterans (weight 0.35): Players who enjoyed later Trackmania titles or Nations Forever are specifically encouraged to get this version.
- Great replay value and fun (weight 0.27): Reviews highlight lots of fun time, high replayability, and enjoyment with friends, including LAN parties.
- Good for time-attack enthusiasts (weight 0.22): The game is recommended for players who enjoy racing against the clock and perfecting runs.
- Hardcore competitive focus (weight 0.18): The game is recommended for hardcore players and those who enjoy competition and breaking records.
- Steam and standalone setup (weight 0.16): A few reviewers describe a method of buying on Steam and installing the official standalone version using the Steam key.
- Mixed or weak recommendation (weight 0.11): One reviewer gives a weak recommendation, and another advises against buying, indicating divided opinions.
- Suitable for all ages (weight 0.07): One reviewer notes the game is great for all ages.
- Alternative to subscription model (weight 0.07): Reviewers recommend it for those who dislike Trackmania 2020's pay-to-play subscription system.
- Runs on older hardware (weight 0.07): Recommended for players whose computers may not run Trackmania 2020 well.
- Try TM2 for graphics (weight 0.07): Some suggest trying Trackmania 2 for its rebuilt environments and better graphics.
- Not for multiplayer racing (weight 0.06): One reviewer explicitly does not recommend the game for simultaneous multiplayer racing.
- Collector's item (weight 0.06): One reviewer recommends it specifically for collectors.

Other player notes:
- Active community and online play (weight 0.64): The game still has an active player base and online servers, with many players and busy servers even years after release. The community is described as friendly, helpful, and dedicated.
- Community sharing sites and tools (weight 0.47): There are community websites like Trackmania Exchange and TrackMania Carpark for sharing tracks, models, and skins, though some sites are down due to security breaches. The modding community supports custom content.
- Favorable comparison to Trackmania 2020 (weight 0.46): Reviewers often compare this game to Trackmania 2020, noting that it lacks the subscription model and pay-to-play elements, and many consider it better in almost every aspect. The one-time payment model is seen as a major advantage.
- Includes seven environments and many cars (weight 0.38): The game features seven different environments and the most car types in the series, offering a huge amount of content compared to the free version. This variety is a key selling point.
- Huge community track library (weight 0.34): Players frequently highlight the massive number of community-built tracks available online, with thousands to hundreds of thousands of maps, providing nearly endless variety. This is a major draw for the game.
- Compilation of all previous content (weight 0.29): The game is described as a compilation of all previous TrackMania installments, uniting environments and content from earlier titles into one comprehensive package. It is considered the ultimate edition by some.
- Steam version bugged and outdated (weight 0.28): The Steam version of the game is reported to be bugged and an outdated distribution, requiring separate patches and fixes. Some reviewers note technical issues and a problematic purchase experience.
- High skill ceiling and long-lasting (weight 0.28): The game is praised for its high skill ceiling, endless playtime, and long-lasting appeal, often rated highly for its gameplay depth. It is compared to a platformer for its precise controls.
- Free alternative Nations Forever (weight 0.27): Trackmania Nations Forever is a free version that allows players to try the game before buying, and it is often recommended as a suitable replacement or starting point.
- Account registration requires TLS fix (weight 0.26): Creating a Nadeo account or registering a key requires enabling TLS 1.0 in system settings, which can cause failures due to certificate issues. This is a technical hurdle for some players.
- No subscription or in-game purchases (weight 0.25): The game does not require a subscription fee or in-game purchases, unlike newer Trackmania titles, which is a significant advantage for many players.
- Dated graphics compared to newer titles (weight 0.23): The game's graphics are considered dated compared to TrackMania 2 and Turbo, which have more updated visuals. However, some reviewers note good anti-aliasing and lighting for its age.
- Runs well on old hardware (weight 0.23): The game can run on old computers and laptops, unlike the 2020 version, making it accessible to a wider audience. It is also compatible with Linux via Proton.
- Small but dedicated community (weight 0.23): While the community is smaller than in its prime, it remains dedicated and active, with veteran players and occasional events. Some note few players online in certain regions.
- No updates and developer inactivity (weight 0.22): The game has not received updates in years, and some reviewers consider the developers lazy for not shipping fixes. However, the community continues to create content.
- One-time payment, no yearly fee (weight 0.2): The game uses a one-time payment model, unlike the yearly subscription of TrackMania 2020, which is seen as a better value by many. It offers unlimited play after purchase.
- Frequent 50% discounts (weight 0.18): The game rarely goes below 50% off and often goes on sale for half price, making it an affordable purchase. This is mentioned as a positive point by some reviewers.
- Comparison to Trackmania Sunrise (weight 0.17): Some reviewers compare the game to Trackmania Sunrise, often unfavorably, while others appreciate that it combines content from the original Trackmania and Sunrise Xtreme into one package.
- Lacks classic Sunrise tracks (weight 0.07): Some reviewers note that the game lacks classic Sunrise tracks, which is a disappointment for fans of that specific content. This is a minor complaint.

Emotions:
- Disappointment (weight 0.13): Players are disappointed by the game's lack of support and maintenance, including unfixed bugs, outdated DRM, and abandoned Steam versions. The declining community and high price for an old game also contribute to feelings of letdown. Additionally, lost progress and account issues compound the frustration.
- Frustration (weight 0.11): Frustration stems from technical problems like login errors, save data loss, and texture bugs, as well as poor customer support. The high price for an old game and difficult gameplay, such as extremely hard tracks and copper deductions, further aggravate players.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.1): Nostalgia is driven by childhood memories and long-term engagement with the game, often from playing since kindergarten or returning after many years. The game's atmosphere and early experiences, like crashing into walls, evoke strong sentimental feelings.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.09): Satisfaction comes from the complete experience with editors, diverse environments, and active community. Players enjoy beating personal bests, climbing leaderboards, and the game's smooth performance and abundant content.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.08): Enthusiasm is fueled by the massive content, modding capabilities, and fast, skill-based racing. The diverse environments and community servers provide a deep and engaging experience that keeps players excited.
- Addiction (weight 0.06): Addiction is caused by the game's 'one more try' loop, competitive time attack, and near-infinite tracks. The variety of vehicles and racing modes keep players coming back for more.
- Appreciation (weight 0.06): Appreciation arises from the game's unique charm, strong community, and lasting value compared to modern titles. Players value the skill-based racing, friendly community, and the game's longevity.
- Admiration (weight 0.04): Admiration is due to the game being considered legendary, with pure skill-based time-trial design and extensive customization. The friendly community and helpful nature of players also earn respect.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.04): Enjoyment comes from long-term play, fun and competitive racing, and the one-more-track loop. Varied tracks, modes, and working multiplayer contribute to endless fun for players of all levels.
- Fun (weight 0.03): Fun is derived from beating personal bests, creating custom maps and cars, and competitive arcade racing. The gameplay itself is enjoyable from the first second, with momentum-based mechanics.
- Love (weight 0.03): Love for the game is expressed through appreciation of its environments, editor, atmosphere, and excellent controls. The track editor and consistent car handling make it a favorite in the series.
- Excitement (weight 0.03): Excitement is generated by high speeds over 1000 km/h, dramatic jumps, and loops. The seven distinct environments and insane tracks provide a thrilling experience.
- Joy (weight 0.02): Joy is felt from childhood nostalgia, finding the game again, and shaving milliseconds off best times. Playing single-player tracks and earning medals also brings happiness.
- Anger (weight 0.02): Anger is caused by account lockouts after many years, lack of support, and developers not fixing the game. Publisher greed, such as raising prices for a dead game, also infuriates players.
- Amusement (weight 0.02): Amusement comes from the game's unrealistic car physics, exaggerated reactions, and custom cars like sandwiches. The simulator of perfectionism and aggressive restart clicking is also humorous.
- Sadness (weight 0.01): Sadness is caused by landing bugs and inability to log in, which detract from the experience.
- Dislike (weight 0.01): Dislike stems from rude players in Kacky and the poorly designed Copper system.
- Indifference (weight 0.01): Indifference results from an emotionally dry experience.
- Gladness (weight 0.01): Gladness is felt when managing to buy the game to play favorite environments.
- Preference (weight 0.01): Preference for this game over newer titles is due to less reliance on gimmicks and more focus on raw time trials.}