Try Hard Parking (2017)

Developer: gearspecs
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Indie, Racing, Simulation
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 80 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A rage-inducing retro parking game that feels like a punishing obstacle course where every mistake tests your patience.

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What players say

Players are split on whether the punishing difficulty comes from poor controls or design that rewards practice. The game is very short, with levels beatable in an hour or two, and many wish for more. Performance is fine on low-end hardware, but the music gets complaint for being repetitive. The retrowave look and soundtrack are praised.

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