Wreckfest (2018)
Game Description:
Wreckfest, developed by Bugbear Entertainment and published by THQ Nordic, is a 2018 racing video game that combines demolition derbies with traditional racing. Known for its realistic physics and detailed vehicular damage, the game offers a unique racing experience where strategy in vehicle customization and handling is crucial. Players can engage in various modes, including a career mode, multiplayer, and custom events, each providing a different challenge. The game's standout feature is its destruction modeling, which requires players to balance aggression with precision to outlast opponents. Wreckfest's dynamic gameplay and emphasis on strategic depth make it a thrilling choice for fans of high-octane racing and demolition action.
Game Details
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Stadia, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Genres:
Racing, Sport, Indie
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ESRB Age Rating Summary:
Wreckfest is rated T for Teen by the ESRB with Mild Lyrics and Mild Violence. This is a demolition-derby-themed racing game in which players compete in no-rules racing action and events. Players drive a variety of vehicles (e.g., lawnmowers, crop harvesters, school buses, three-wheelers) around tracks and arenas, slamming into opponents to cause car damage and to perform takedowns of opponents' vehicles. Players are rewarded for crashes, spin outs, and extra damage inflicted on vehicles. Takedowns can cause drivers to be hurled from their vehicles and thrown into the air (i.e., ragdoll physics); human bodies sometimes remain on racetracks and arena floors, as vehicles drive over them. Song lyrics contain brief allusions to drugs (e.g., "...live high for a while/Indulging in synthetic opulence"; "No way out. You're a drug. Someone help.") and violence ("Lay a finger on my friend and I'll/make your death look like an accident")
Content Warnings:
Mild Lyrics, Mild Violence
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Parental Notes
While many parents praise the gameplay experience, they caution that Wreckfest may not be suitable for younger kids. The game features mild profanity in song lyrics, with brief allusions to drugs and violence. The level of violence is considered mild but includes realistic vehicular damage and ragdoll physics, where drivers can be hurled from vehicles. Human bodies sometimes remain on tracks, adding a slightly dark theme. Parents suggest that the game is best suited for teens 13 and older due to these elements, despite its high-quality racing and demolition gameplay.
Why Your Kid Might Like Wreckfest
Wreckfest offers a thrilling experience for teens who enjoy high-octane racing and demolition action. The game's realistic physics and detailed vehicular damage provide a unique twist on traditional racing games, making each race unpredictable and exciting. Teens appreciate the strategic depth required to customize and handle their vehicles effectively, balancing aggression with precision to outlast opponents. The variety of modes, including career, multiplayer, and custom events, keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging, allowing players to test their skills in different scenarios.
The standout feature of Wreckfest is its destruction modeling, which adds an extra layer of excitement and challenge. Teens enjoy the adrenaline rush of smashing into opponents and watching the realistic damage unfold. The game's dynamic gameplay encourages creativity and experimentation, as players can try different strategies to achieve victory. With its combination of strategy, action, and destruction, Wreckfest provides an exhilarating experience that keeps teens coming back for more. The game's emphasis on fun and chaos makes it a popular choice for those looking to blow off steam and enjoy some competitive racing action.