Gas Guzzlers: Combat Carnage is a fast-paced addictive combat racing game for the PC. The game features many different vehicles, weapons, upgrades, on-track bonuses as well as distinctive and astonishing environments.
The gameplay combines fast-paced racing with vehicular combat, allowing players to upgrade their cars and equip them with a variety of 12 unique weapons, ranging from firearms to missiles and mines. Players start with a low-performance vehicle and gradually work their way up by earning money through a series of challenging races, tournaments, and knockout events.
As players progress, they can purchase 15 customizable cars, each with over 12 different upgrades, including parts, colors, rims, and stickers. This depth of customization enables players to tailor their vehicles to their preferred playstyle, whether it's outright speed, heavy firepower, or a balanced approach.
The game features over 150 miles of distinctive tracks across 5 different environments, such as urban settings and desert landscapes. Each track offers a variety of events, including standard races, combat races with weapons, and knockout competitions where the last car standing wins.
Reviewers praise the responsive controls and satisfying vehicle handling, which complement the strategic depth of the combat mechanics. Players can strategically use the 12 unique weapons and various power-ups, such as oil slicks and smoke screens, to gain an advantage over their opponents.
The game's humorous and distinctive presentation, with pun-filled vehicle and event names, as well as voiceovers featuring the likes of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Duke Nukem, adds to the game's overall charm and appeal.
Multiplayer modes, including classic races, battle races, knockout events, deathmatch arenas, and last man standing, allow players to compete against each other over LAN or the internet, with a dedicated server included with the game.