The WhatsNext verdict
If you want a silly, high-speed arcade racer built around drifting, stunts, and smashing traffic, this delivers a distinctive rush with unusually accessible controls. It is best for short score-chasing sessions, since the limited content and repetition can wear thin.
What it does best
Driving feels expressive, playful, and gloriously over-the-top
Arcade racing turns into a constant stunt-fueled rush
OutRun, stunt skating, and fighting-game ideas collide cleanly
A bold cel-shaded arcade look full of absurd visual ideas
What might put you off
The content can run out quickly
The music selection is thin
The setup
What you are walking into
Buck Up And Drive! is an endless driving game inspired by arcade classics, with simple yet intense gameplay featuring a total slap in the face of realism. It includes procedurally generated track with multiple environments to visit, ranging from the somewhat realistic to the completely absurd.
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