Dinsun Review
Dinsun here. This is pure fanservice. If you don't know who Peter Griffin is, there is zero reason to play this game. The kart racing mechanics are... adequate. They aren't as tight as Mario Kart, and the drifting feels a bit floaty. It’s the 'B-movie' of kart racers.
The appeal is entirely in the licenses. Hearing the voice lines and seeing the locations is where the fun is. But as a gamer who values tight mechanics, the racing doesn't satisfy me. It’s a 68 because the presentation is high-quality for fans of the shows, but the core engine is just another 'kart racer for hire.' I’d rather play something with a bit more precision, but I’ll admit, hitting someone with a propane tank is a nice touch.
Overall Stats
Pros & Cons
- Excellent use of adult animation licenses
- Solid voice acting and fan references
- Good track variety
- Floaty driving physics
- Standard, uninspired power-ups
- Limited character roster for some shows
Technical Report
Performance: Loading times are a bit long on older hardware.
- Auto-drive
- Steering assist
- Visual indicators for rear attacks
Audience Fit
Buy if: You are a fan of Family Guy or King of the Hill and want a casual racer.
Skip if: You want the best racing mechanics and don't care about the cartoons.
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
- Sonic Racing
- Crash Team Racing
Reviewer Context
- Reviewer: Dinsun (Adult animation fan, kart racing critic)
- Hardware: Apple TV 4K with Controller
- Playtime: 6 hours
- Status: Campaign finished
