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BeamNG.drive is a vehicle simulation game developed by BeamNG GmbH, released in 2015 as an early access title. This sandbox game allows players to operate a multitude of vehicles, featuring a highly realistic soft-body physics simulation that stands out as the game's hallmark. This intricate physics system enables players to conduct detailed crash tests, observing the deformation of a vehicle's body in slow motion.
Story
BeamNG.drive does not primarily focus on narrative-driven content. However, it offers several single-player campaigns with hand-drawn cutscenes, alongside an expansive open world. Players can explore this world at their leisure, engaging in various challenges scattered throughout the map.
Gameplay and Game Modes
Originally conceptualized as a tool for simulating vehicular crashes, BeamNG.drive has evolved to include a broader range of gameplay experiences. Players can now participate in racing events, cargo delivery missions, and more, all while still enjoying the game’s core—its cutting-edge simulation of soft-body physics and detailed vehicle damage.
Vehicles within the game are highly customizable. Players can adjust the aesthetics and mechanics of their cars, from the color and body modifications like fender flares to mechanical adjustments like engine tuning and suspension settings. These modifications affect the vehicle's performance, providing a deep level of control and personalization.
Reception
BeamNG.drive has been well-received, with critics praising its limitless possibilities and the depth of its physics simulation, which is considered exceptionally detailed for the vehicle simulation genre.
Key Features:
• Experience the thrill of racing and crashing, with realistic deformations occurring in slow motion due to true-to-life physics.
• Customize and tune your vehicle, altering everything from the paint job to the engine mechanics, and feel the impact of these changes on its handling and performance.
• Explore a vast sandbox world at your own pace, or challenge yourself with a variety of driving scenarios and races.