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In case you think you are having a tough time, just take a look at Motorsport Games. They were working on developing several NASCAR games, but unfortunately, the company encountered several issues that resulted in significant losses. They had the responsibility of creating games like the Heat series, Rivals, and Ignition. However, during a difficult period, the company suffered a loss of $35.9 million in 2022. On top of that, their developers were even threatening the company due to unpaid wages. Naturally, NASCAR fans showed their disappointment and frustration with the situation.
Amidst these challenging times, NASCAR tried to cheer the fans up with a new video game. Although the move has generated attention among the fans, it is not the kind of attention NASCAR would have been hoping for.
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NASCAR Is All Set to Release ‘Arcade Rush’ Later This Year
To win back disappointed fans after the Motorsport Games debacle, NASCAR has announced an exciting new release in collaboration with GameMill Entertainment, “NASCAR Arcade Rush.” This arcade-style game is set to launch later this year on popular gaming platforms such as PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo. Priced at $49.99, it aims to captivate fans with its thrilling gameplay and online multiplayer mode accommodating up to 12 players.
NASCAR promises a revitalized experience through the game. However, the recent unveiling of some game screenshots by SBJ journalist Adam Stern has stirred mixed reactions among fans for a reason.
The images depicted a game with childlike animations, unrealistic driver representations, and tracks that differed significantly from the actual NASCAR.
Understandably, fans immediately flooded the comment section with their diverse perspectives on these animated visuals.
.@NASCAR and @GameMillEnt are releasing a new 'NASCAR Arcade Rush' video game later this year on @PlayStation, @Xbox, @Nintendo Switch and PC via @Steam for $49.99.
🔲 It'll have 12-player online + local multiplayer modes and the scene is re-imagined versions of NASCAR's tracks. pic.twitter.com/vu9Gb7kX9O
— Adam Stern (@A_S12) June 20, 2023
It remains to be seen how the final product of “Arcade Rush” will be received by fans upon its release. NASCAR is undoubtedly hoping that this new game will help restore the excitement and satisfaction among its passionate community, bridging the gap created by the previous disappointing gaming experience.
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NASCAR Fans Show Their Disappointment Once Again, After Seeing the Game’s First Look
Undoubtedly, NASCAR was trying its best to bring a lost fan base and luckily, safe to say implementing new changes in sports finally attracted many. But who knew some steps will not work the way NASCAR governing bodies have expected? The best example would be Chicago Street Race, where NASCAR tried to blend the racing experience with entertainment activities, but its higher price became an issue for fans. Similarly, governing body expected positive reactions from fans but after the first look at “Arcade Rush,” fans couldn’t help but express their dissatisfaction in the comment section.
The fact it's coming from the same dev team that made Big Rigs Over the Road racing has me greatly concerned
— Yellow Jacket (@DUSTYJONESBRAND) June 20, 2023
“Trash. Make a real NASCAR game.”
“Game mill entertainment games are god awful. Streetoutlaws and NHRA are two of the worst racing games ive dver seen”
“No one is paying $50 for an arcade racing game…”
“I would’ve considered buying if it was $20 and had real cars. Waste of money”
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“This is extremely offensive to the dedicated Nascar console community that has been waiting years for a decent console game experience. Whoever is in charge of their video game stuff should be fired immediately.”
“This looks terrible. Why can’t we get a normal NASCAR game where we can actually have competitive racing”
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“Is it just me or does this look like Unleashed but worse.”
Only time will tell how successful NASCAR’S new game turn out to be. But in the meantime, which NASCAR video game is your favorite? Let us know in the comment section.
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