Underplayed Gems

CAR TUNE: Project (2020)

CAR TUNE: Project cover
Developer
Vertices Software
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Racing, Simulation, Early Access
Rating
4.2 of 5, 611 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 13 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A chill sandbox where you tweak and tune cars at your own pace, feeling the satisfaction of personalization without pressure.

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What players say

Players praise the detailed car customization and the developer's dedication as a one-person team, but split on whether bugs are tolerable. Several note a major price increase since early access, and a recent update broke profile creation for some.

Screenshots

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