BeamNG.drive is a vehicle simulation video game developed by BeamNG GmbH and released in 2015 as an early access title. This sandbox game allows players to drive a variety of vehicles and experience realistic soft-body simulation physics, which is one of its standout features. This realistic physics engine lets you perform crash tests on cars and observe how their bodies deform and behave in slow motion.
Story
BeamNG.drive doesn’t have a central narrative. Instead, it offers a range of single-player campaigns featuring hand-drawn cutscenes and an open world for players to explore. The map is filled with various challenges that you can engage with at your own pace.
Gameplay and Game Modes
The game’s most notable feature is its advanced soft-body simulation physics. Originally designed as a tool for crash testing and vehicle deformation observation, BeamNG.drive has evolved to include a variety of gameplay modes. Players can now enjoy a range of challenges and scenarios beyond just simulating crashes, including racing events and cargo deliveries. Despite these additions, the game maintains its core appeal through its realistic physics and detailed vehicle destruction.
Players have extensive options for customizing their vehicles. You can adjust settings such as car color, install fender flares, choose different engine transmissions, and fine-tune the suspension with numerous sliders. This level of customization allows you to tailor the driving experience to your preferences and see how these changes impact the vehicle’s performance.
Reception
BeamNG.drive has been well-received, with praise focusing on its endless possibilities and the depth of its advanced physics, which is rarely matched in the vehicle simulation genre.
Key Features:
- Race and crash vehicles, observing realistic deformation and behavior in slow motion
- Customize and tune your car to see how adjustments affect its road performance
- Enjoy a sandbox open-world experience with opportunities for both casual driving and competitive racing
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