Magic Tracks Rocket Racers RD is a popular toy set that combines the excitement of racing with the magic of glow-in-the-dark tracks. This toy is perfect for kids who love cars and racing. The set includes a race car and a track that can be easily assembled and disassembled. The tracks are made of a flexible material that allows for easy bending and shaping into different track designs. The best part is that the track glows in the dark, adding an extra layer of excitement to the racing experience. The Magic Tracks Rocket Racers RD set is not only fun but also safe for kids to play with.
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Resistor s Badlands-hopping, rocket-propelled racing is outrageously fast and explosively if bloodlessly violent, yet its personal touch still seems to be trying something new. This racing game, I m told as I sit down to play a demo in the EGX 2023 s Rezzed Zone, cares about the person behind the wheel and their burgeoning camaraderie with a roughneck pit crew.
The Magic Tracks Rocket Racers RD set is not only fun but also safe for kids to play with. The race car is made of durable materials that can withstand rough play, and the track pieces are designed to stay securely in place during races. The set also includes safety accessories such as guardrails and bridge supports to ensure that the racing experience is as safe as possible.
EGX Highlights: Even with the horsepower of friendship, Resistor’s electric deathracing comes first
Pitched as "a racing game for people who don’t like racing games," Resistor shows an immediate disinterest in tracks, time trials, or even really the cars themselves. This racing game, I’m told as I sit down to play a demo in the EGX 2023’s Rezzed Zone, cares about the person behind the wheel – and their burgeoning camaraderie with a roughneck pit crew.
Narrative-heavy driving games have been around for ages, of course, from the introspective and atmospheric Jalopy to the action movie antics of Need for Speed: The Run. Resistor’s Badlands-hopping, rocket-propelled racing is outrageously fast and explosively (if bloodlessly) violent, yet its personal touch still seems to be trying something new. No sooner is the opening cross-country sprint complete that your mechanic attempts a heart-to-heart chat from the passenger seat, and by the time you’ve sped back to base, you’ve opened up about your mother’s illness and a desire to return to the city that cast you out.
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Feels before wheels? Maybe in the full game, which will supposedly feature a lot of time spent mooching around your current home – a dilapidated, oil rig-esque metal tower in the middle of the desert, a haven for those who don’t get to ride out the post-disaster world in a cushy city – and making face time with crew members and acquaintances. Eventually, I’m told, this can eventually result in a Mass Effect-style squad of BFFs, minus the alien boinking. Presumably.
Sadly, I didn’t get to see this RPG dynamic in the demo, which called curtains almost immediately after I took my first steps on the rig. Primarily, I was there to drive, and drive hard.
Less sadly, this was fun as hell. Resistor wants you, begs you, to go fast, take risks, and occasionally slam your bumper into competitors so hard they explode. It has dedicated buttons for 360-degree sideways flips and borrows the Burnout boost system almost wholesale, so dangerous driving is rewarded by a turbo meter that can be drained on command for even more speed. Or, should you choose, more of those sick sideways flips.
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This larger-than-life approach extends to the vehicular combat. Again, it’s inspired by Burnout’s fender-bending car melees, much more so than the missiles and miniguns that the word “combat” usually evokes. Still, it’s exaggerated to the point of cartoonishness: attacks are essentially offensive doughnuts, your car’s rear bumper slamming into opponents with enough force to detonate them instantly.
Could such carnage, usually accompanied by a gratuitous slow-mo shot of an airbound flaming wreck, be at odds with Resistor’s more intimate relationship-building? Maybe, though if the races you need to win for Mum’s sake come with a non-zero chance of sudden fiery death, that might at least raise the stakes. These two personalities aren’t entirely split, either,as raising affinity with your teammates will eventually translate into improved car performance.
For what it’s worth, Resistor already shows enough heart to suggest that those interactions won’t just be for the benefit of a faster ride. Even the character creation menu has, for want of a different word, character: your adult avatar is a reflection in your younger self’s childhood bedroom mirror, the rest of the room dotted with racing trophies and triumphant podium photos. By the time you take control, you’re less of an aspirational ideal and more of an exhausted bum, but that contrast is only evident because of the deft narrative touch that precedes it. Cause for optimism, I reckon, that Resistor’s social side won’t just be an afterthought to its mad, loud racing.
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One of the great features of the Magic Tracks Rocket Racers RD set is that it is expandable, meaning that kids can add more track pieces to create longer and more complex race tracks. This allows for endless racing possibilities and keeps the toy interesting and engaging for a long time. Additionally, the set is compatible with other Magic Tracks sets, so kids can mix and match tracks to create even more unique racing experiences. Overall, Magic Tracks Rocket Racers RD is a fantastic toy set that combines the thrill of racing with the magical glow-in-the-dark feature. It is safe, durable, and expandable, making it a great choice for kids who love cars and racing. With this toy, kids can let their imagination run wild as they create and race on their own unique track designs..
Reviews for "Creating Custom Rocket Racers RD: Personalize Your Racing Experience"
- Sarah - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with the Magic Tracks Rocket Racers Rd. The description made it seem like a lot of fun, but in reality, it was a huge letdown. The racetrack pieces were flimsy and kept coming apart during play, making it impossible to enjoy a proper race. The rocket launchers didn't work properly either, often getting stuck or not launching at all. Overall, the quality of this toy was extremely poor, and it definitely did not live up to its hype.
- John - 1 star - I regret purchasing the Magic Tracks Rocket Racers Rd. The cars were advertised as being able to race on walls and ceilings, but they barely stayed on the tracks, let alone drive on walls. The tracks were difficult to connect and felt cheaply made. The remote control was also poorly designed and didn't respond well to commands. Save your money and look for a better racing toy.
- Emma - 2 stars - My kids were excited to try out the Magic Tracks Rocket Racers Rd, but it turned out to be a frustrating experience. The tracks didn't snap together securely, causing the cars to constantly derail. The remote control had a limited range and the cars weren't very fast. It quickly lost their interest, and we ended up packing it away after just a few tries. I would recommend looking for a different racing toy that offers more stability and fun.