Introducing Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 - Drag Racing DLC, the latest addition to the popular game that’s set to thrill players with exciting drag races and an array of customization options. This expansion brings four new modes for testing your skills against AI opponents: Practice, Quick Race, Single Race, and Championships, available across four distance categories from 1/8 mile up to a full mile. Each vehicle is now equipped with a unique ‘Drag Rating’ index, which determines its racing category based on tuning adjustments made by players, who can also manually tune engines using three stages of ECU and classic carburetor options. The game introduces manual transmission for drag races, while offering the choice between automatic and manual transmissions for other tracks along with disabling ECS and TCS settings. Additionally, four new fast vehicles - Arezzo Cortona (Italian Classic), Bolt Reptilia R6 (American Powerhouse), Hammerdal Strale S (Nordic Hypercar), and Mayen T8 (German Sports Car) - have been added to the lineup. With detailed stats on drag times, 0-60 times, and more after each run, players can also engage in betting during championship races for an extra thrill. Gear up your engines and experience this adrenaline-pumping DLC!
Should I play Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 - Drag Racing DLC in 2024?
The good
- Fans appreciated the addition of drag racing, bringing a new dimension to Car Mechanic Simulator 2021.
- Some players enjoyed the drag strip options (1/8th and 1/4 mile), and the ability to race with both automatic and manual transmissions.
- The DLC offers new cars and engine options that many players found refreshing and fun to tinker with.
- There was a general sentiment that the DLC added much-needed content to the game, breathing some new life into an otherwise stagnating experience.
- Players who love tuning and tweaking cars found immense enjoyment spending hours optimizing their vehicles for the drag strip.
The bad
- Many reviewers felt the DLC was overpriced for the amount of content provided, suggesting it should be cheaper.
- Critics argued that the drag racing mechanics quickly became repetitive and boring, lacking depth.
- The DLC’s car ranking system seemed unbalanced, with opponents scaling to the player’s level, which made upgrades feel redundant.
- Limited variety in opponents and some repetitive gameplay elements detracted from the overall experience.
- Some features, like car degradation, were noticeably absent and could have provided more realistic and engaging gameplay.
Verdict
Should you still buy or play this game in 2024? 🏎️ Based on the reviews, it’s a mixed bag for Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 - Drag Racing DLC. While it certainly injects some new energy into the game with its drag racing feature, many players found it lacking in depth and content, making the $15 price tag seem a bit steep. If you’re a hardcore fan of the base game and enjoy the tuning aspect, you might find value here. For casual players or those on the fence, it’s probably best to wait for a sale or look at some gameplay videos before making the investment. Proceed with caution! 🚥
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