Introduction

Welcome to the world of Circuit Superstars, where vehicles don’t just drive, they practically dance around the track while pretending they care about your fuel consumption. Developed by Original Fire Games and published by Square Enix Collective, this top-down racing experience has managed to get itself a cozy seat on the PS4 and clearly made a solid impression with its early access charm. Did it burn rubber or drive off a cliff? Let’s find out.

Gameplay

The game puts you behind the wheel (or in the seat of a highly detailed cardboard box that vaguely resembles a racing car) in a battle against 1 to 12 other drivers. You can choose to flex your impressive driving skills against AI or humans, and yes, you can always opt for the classic split-screen mode for that good old-fashioned ‘I swear I let you win’ drama. Don't worry, there's plenty of fuel and tire wear to keep things interesting. Forget casual driving—Circuit Superstars offers game mechanics that make you question if it’s you behind the wheel or the vehicle itself. In a shocking twist, the game actually features realistic driving physics. The tires grip as you switch from asphalt to grass, making you feel like you actually need to pay attention rather than mash the accelerator while screaming ‘I’m number one!’ Sadly, you will have to mind your fuel gauge, tire wear, and vehicle damage during your runs at breakneck speeds, which is a fantastic way to ruin your Sunday—err, I mean, your gaming session. Customization is the name of the game because who doesn't want a bright pink and glittery racing car? Well, you can customize your vehicles and even your driver with some stunning liveries—just in case winning wasn’t enough, now you can look fabulous while doing it. And for the achievement hunters, there’s a progression system that doles out cosmetic rewards. So buckle up; the journey to have the snazziest car on the track is going to be a wild one.

Graphics

Visually, Circuit Superstars jumps right into the world of charming aesthetics with its colorful, top-down graphics that feel like they sprouted from the nostalgic womb of retro racer games. Each track is packed with personality, which means you won’t just yawn your way past 5,000 generic trees with limbs oddly resembling toothpicks. The cars are detailed enough to make you double-take and question whether your childhood Hot Wheels collection could have achieved such heights. Also, the way the game portrays damage to your vehicle is both satisfying and downright terrifying, given that you might just shed a tear for your virtual baby every time it meets the wall. Spoiler alert: it will meet the wall.

Conclusion

To sum it up (because no one has time for unbroken streams of incoherent rambling), Circuit Superstars is a delightful blend of classic arcade-style racing with today’s trending insistence on realism. The combination feels seamless, resulting in thrilling gameplay that has you shouting at your screen or your hapless friends who persistently challenge you. Whether you’re a casual racing enthusiast or a petty tyrant intent on showcasing your superiority on the digital asphalt, this title has enough fuel—and glitter—to keep you entertained for hours on end. So, if you’re ready to rev up your engine, grab a controller and blaze your trail in Circuit Superstars—the track awaits, and so do those sweet, sweet cosmetic upgrades.

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