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Review of FlatOut 4: Total Insanity on PlayStation 4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Mar 2017
Cover image of FlatOut 4: Total Insanity on PS4
Gamefings Score: 6.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 17 Mar 2017
Genre: Racing
Developer: Kylotonn
Publisher: Nacon, Strategy First

Introduction

Picture a world where cars meet chaos, and destruction is not just an option but a requirement. Welcome to 'FlatOut 4: Total Insanity', a game that takes racing to a whole new level of lunacy. Developed by Kylotonn and released across multiple platforms including PS4, this installment in the beloved FlatOut series lets you buckle up for a wild ride that leaves your sanity somewhere between the wreckage of your opponents' cars and the awesome stunts you perform. Let's dive headfirst into this perpetual crash fest!

Gameplay

In 'FlatOut 4: Total Insanity', players can choose between two game modes: racing against others (both local and online) and performing ridiculous stunts. The stunt mode is where the game really shines-because who doesn't want to hurl their driver out of the car like a speeding cannonball? You can try stoneskipping, hurling your driver into a pool, or bowling with cars that make you feel like a monster truck driver after a rough day at work. Even the racing isn't just for speed demons; it's a glorious ballet of car wreckage and mayhem. The gameplay is surprisingly varied, with a party mode that lets friends throw down alongside each other, competing to grab the highest score while launching drivers like human darts. However, expect your friends to take pleasure in making your inept driving skills feel even more inadequate. Keep your snacks nearby because this game guarantees a whole lot of laughter mixed with just the right amount of friendly competition. Or, you know, friendships may be lost. But hey, it's just a game, right?

Graphics

Now let's talk about the graphics. While you might not be looking at the visual marvels of 'The Last of Us Part II', 'FlatOut 4' manages to create a chaotic world filled with detailed cars, vibrant tracks, and an assortment of destruction that would make Michael Bay shed a tear of joy. The environments are colorful and engaging, promising that each crash will be a feast for your eyes as much as your inner demolition derby enthusiast. Just don't blink too hard; you might miss a spectacular explosion. Adjusting to the graphic quality can take a few races, but even if it doesn't hit the high notes, the madness more than makes up for it!

Conclusion

In conclusion, 'FlatOut 4: Total Insanity' manages to deliver a wild ride filled with adrenaline-fueled mayhem, laughter, and of course, totally unnecessary destruction. While it may not reach the revered heights of its forerunners, it still packs enough punch to have a solid place in the pantheon of racing games. It's a delightful mix of stunt challenges, wreck-your-friends shenanigans, and your everyday, car-flipping absurdity that reminds us why we love video games. So, will it replace your favorite racing game? Probably not. But will it provide you with a heaping dose of entertainment, laughter, and just enough chaos to justify canceling your weekend plans? Absolutely! Get ready to embrace insanity and remember, the aim isn't always to finish first; sometimes, it's just about finishing-preferably without your car looking like a crushed soda can. Drive safely, or don't-who am I to judge?

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