Offroad Legends

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Offroad Legends
Developer(s) DogByte Games
Publisher(s) DogByte Games
Engine Horde3D
Platform(s) iOS, Android, Xperia Play
ReleaseJune 2012
Genre(s) Racing
Mode(s)Single player

Offroad Legends is a series of racing video games which utilize pseudo-3D graphics released initially in 2012 for mobile platforms. [1] [2]

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Gameplay

The mechanics of the game involve off-road racing in various all-terrain vehicles. The game also features high-definition 3D graphics as a result of being built with the Horde3D engine. [3] The underlying engine allows for vehicle and terrain deformation and also has retina display for iOS. [4]

Sequels

Reception

The game has received fairly positive reviews since its release. slide to Play gives the game a 3 out of 4 stating it builds off of solid mobile racing mechanics. [7] modojo has also given the game a positive review [8] because of its solid gameplay and well performing mechanics. [9] PocketGamer gave a less than average review of the game stating poor level design giving the game a rating of 7/10. [10] The game has a Metascore of 76 based on 4 critics. [11] The game currently holds a 76.25% on GameRankings. [12]

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