Mixed(67%)
realistic MTB experience
well-designed trails
free-riding opportunities
real-world brands
unfinished product
potential
price
always-online requirement
poor performance
clunky controls
price point
graphics issues
The general sentiment of the reviews is mixed, with players acknowledging the realistic MTB experience and well-designed trails that capture the essence of mountain biking. However, there is significant criticism of performance issues, clunky controls, and the high price point for an Early Access game. Many players express hope for future updates, indicating that despite its flaws, MAVRIX has the potential to evolve into a great game. The always-online requirement and absence of offline play are particularly contentious points, impacting the overall enjoyment for many.
Positive Points
The game captures the essence of mountain biking well, offering a realistic MTB experience, especially in first-person view.Trails are well-designed and incorporate various elements such as tech, flow, jumps, drops, and rock gardens.The open world map offers a lot of free-riding opportunities and realistic elements like chairlifts.The presence of real-world brands and contracts add authenticity to the game.Negative Points
The game suffers from poor performance even on high-end PCs, requiring significant optimization.Controls are clunky, unresponsive, and unnatural, particularly during tricks and air maneuvers.Graphics issues, such as a blurry texture and low draw distance, detract from the visual experience.The absence of offline play, session markers, and fast travel options frustrates players.Mixed Points
The game has potential and is viewed as a good foundation, but it currently feels like an unfinished product.While the game is enjoyable and shows promise, the high price point for an Early Access game is criticized.Some players find the always-online requirement and microtransactions problematic, though others are more forgiving due to the Early Access status.Common Themes
The potential of the game is recognized, with players hopeful for future updates to address the current shortcomings.The game evokes a sense of nostalgia for older MTB games and draws comparisons to Descenders and Riders Republic.Many reviews highlight a need for improvements in physics, controls, and overall game stability.Updated 7/25/2025, 12:01:19 AM UTC