Juiced for the PlayStation 2 is a street racing game developed by Juice Games and published by THQ. Released in 2005, it combines high-speed racing with car customization and an emphasis on reputation and rivalries in the underground racing scene.
Core Features
•Reputation System: Players build their reputation by winning races, completing challenges, and managing relationships with rival crews. Reputation affects your ability to unlock races and gain respect in the street racing community.
•Extensive Car Customization: Customize your car with a wide variety of performance upgrades, visual modifications, and paint jobs. Players can tune their vehicles to suit different racing styles and conditions.
•Race Types:
•Circuit Races: Traditional lap-based tracks.
•Point-to-Point Races: Straight-line sprints to a finish point.
•Drag Racing: High-speed, straight-line racing requiring precise gear shifts.
•Betting Races: Wager money or even your car against rivals.
•Garage Management: Manage a crew of drivers and a collection of cars, balancing resources to stay competitive.
Game Modes
1.Career Mode: Build your racing empire by competing in events, earning money, and gaining respect. Players can challenge rival crews and earn pink slips.
2.Arcade Mode: Jump into quick races without the long-term strategy of career mode.
3.Multiplayer: Compete with friends in local multiplayer.
Realistic Damage System
Cars sustain damage during races, which can affect performance. Repairing your vehicle costs money, adding a strategic element to driving carefully versus taking risks.
Reception
Juiced received mixed reviews, with praise for its customization options, reputation system, and variety of race types. However, it was criticized for repetitive gameplay and inconsistent AI behavior. Despite its flaws, the game found a following among fans of street racing games.
A solid choice for those who enjoy a mix of racing, strategy, and customization, Juiced offers a unique take on the underground racing genre popularized by titles like Need for Speed: Underground.