No Brake No Gain
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About No Brake No Gain
No Brake No Gain is an arcade racing game with simulator elements from Make Good Games. Released on October 2, 2025, it blends high-speed chaos with precise controls, letting players tackle over 40 tracks filled with obstacles, jumps, and unpredictable hazards. Available on PC, Switch, and Linux, it supports single-player, multiplayer, co-op, and split-screen modes. The game emphasizes momentum over traditional braking, forcing players to master drifting and trajectory planning. Ideal for fans of fast-paced, chaotic racing with a focus on skill-based progression.
Gameplay
The core loop revolves around balancing speed and control. Players drift through narrow pathways, avoid moving barriers, and collect boost pads to maintain momentum. Tracks include urban mazes, desert dunes, and floating platforms, each with time trials, combo chains, and destructible obstacles. Multiplayer modes pit 4-8 players in race-to-the-finish showdowns, while co-op challenges require synchronized teamwork to unlock shortcuts. Controls are responsive but require practice to master; the lack of brakes forces constant adjustment. Sessions rarely last under 30 minutes due to the need to retry failed checkpoints or compete in leaderboards.
What Players Think
The PlayPile community rates it 87% positive, with an 8.2/10 Metascore. Average playtime is 12 hours, and 68% of players complete the main campaign. Community moods: 42% thrilled, 29% entertained, 15% annoyed, 14% indifferent. Reviewers praise "satisfying chaos" and "addictive split-screen co-op" but criticize "unforgiving difficulty spikes" and "occasionally clunky AI in races." Achievements are completionist-friendly, with 100% requiring 20+ hours. The game’s $29.99 price tag draws mixed reactions, with some calling it "overpriced for its content" and others deeming it "a steal for arcade purists."
PlayPile's Take
No Brake No Gain excels as a chaotic, skill-based racer but struggles with inconsistent difficulty and repetitive track designs. It’s best for players who enjoy local co-op, split-screen chaos, or arcade-style precision challenges. The $29.99 price is reasonable for what it delivers, though completionists may balk at the 68% achievement completion rate. Skip if you prefer story-driven or simulation-heavy racing. For its energy and replayability, it’s a solid pick for party gaming sessions or quick bursts of competitive fun.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
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