My Summer Car

Release Date: January 8, 2025

Simulation, FPP, cars, sandbox, humorous, survival, machines and equipment, life sim, indie games, crafting, 90s, singleplayer

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A simulation game developed by independent Finnish developer who uses nickname Royal John Love. The title enables the player to repair old and wrecked cars as a fan of 90s cars, who one beautiful summer decides to fix his old sports car. When the game starts, the player has only a tractor and a van useful when transporting larger parts.

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Last Update: August 12, 2019

My Summer Car Guide

My Summer Car Guide is a collection of tips that will help you to quickly grasp the basics of this crazy game. In our publication, you will find description of character attributes, vehicles and more.

My Summer Car Guide

Videos and Screens

[1:39] My Summer Car early access trailer

[2:19] My Summer Car trailer #1

95%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (78,126)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Unique Experience: Many players appreciate the game for its unique blend of car building, survival mechanics, and absurd humor, creating a memorable and chaotic gameplay experience.
Realism and Detail: The game offers a realistic simulation of car mechanics and Finnish life, which players find engaging and immersive. The attention to detail in car assembly and the consequences of mistakes adds depth.
Replayability: Users enjoy the variety of scenarios and the unpredictability of events, leading to a high replay value. The chaotic nature of the game often results in funny and unexpected outcomes.
Community and Mods: The game has a supportive community, and many players recommend using mods to enhance the experience and improve performance.

The main cons of the game

Steep Learning Curve: Many users find the lack of tutorials and guidance frustrating, making it difficult for newcomers to understand the mechanics and objectives.
Bugs and Technical Issues: Several reviews mention the presence of bugs that can disrupt gameplay, although some players find this adds to the game's charm.
Difficulty and Frustration: The game is often described as punishingly difficult, with players experiencing frequent setbacks, such as cars breaking down or dying due to various mishaps.
Tediousness: Some players feel that the game can become tedious, particularly when it comes to gathering resources and managing character needs.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Tutorials and Guidance: Users express a desire for better in-game tutorials or instructions to help new players navigate the complexities of car assembly and survival mechanics.
Multiplayer Options: Many players wish for an official multiplayer mode to play with friends, rather than relying on mods.
Quality of Life Improvements: Suggestions include more frequent updates and bug fixes, as well as features that could streamline gameplay, such as pre-built cars or clearer objectives.
Expanded Content: Players are looking forward to more content, such as additional tasks, story elements, and more diverse activities beyond car building.

Summary

Overall, "My Summer Car" is celebrated for its unique blend of humor, realism, and chaos, but it also faces criticism for its difficulty and the lack of guidance for new players.

Summary generated on: January 17, 2025

9.0

GAMERS Score

Average score from 53 votes. 702 players anticipated the game.

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My Summer Car for PC is a game that focuses on reassembling old and worn sports cars. The game belongs to the simulation genre and it attempts to realistically recreate the real world.

Mechanics

The player assumes the role of a fan of 90s’ cars, who during one beautiful Finnish summer decided to overhaul his old ride. The game world is open and it doesn’t force the player to do anything. He can decide by himself what and when will he do. The only thing that marks progress in the game is the progress in assembling the car. In addition to working as a mechanic, the player can sit inside his car and drive through a forest. However, one should be careful as an accident can result in death.

When the game is started, the user is welcomed in a remote location where there is only player, forest and the car that requires his attention. The user can also use a tractor and a van that enables him to travel through the game world until the car is ready. It also allows transporting larger pieces required for the repairs. Obtaining new parts for the car isn’t just about going to a shop. Specific parts must be found in a catalog and ordered through mail. Once that is done, player must wait until the parts are delivered.

The realism of the game forces the player for example to use correct key for opening a screw in the engine. He must also make sure that various (and numerous) engine components are connected to each other in the right way. One can improve parameters of his car and even add some subwoofers in order to increase acoustic performance of the vehicle. The customization of the car is actually a full-blown mechanic sim, rather than just fitting different parts to their slots.

The world presented in the game is not always politically correct; it is possible to sit behind the wheels after a beer and open another one while driving, and the game has three separate buttons for cursing.

Technical aspects

The title was developed by using Unity 5 graphics engine. The action is shown from a first-person perspective. My Summer Car for PC offers clear, however modest, three-dimensional visuals. The title also offers a realistic physical engine that impacts the way the car is driven.

Last updated on October 24, 2016