Nitronic Rush is a passion project by a handful of DigiPen students, who have created a racing game more innovative than anything the major league studios have delivered this year. Its Tron-like visuals, Daft Punk influenced soundtrack, and chaotic tracks merge together to make a unique, memorable racing game. This game won DigiPen’s 2011 Game of the Year award for good reason, as it turns out.
Review: Nitronic Rush
It’s hard not to be wary of something given away for free in the age of Horse Armor DLC. Nitronic Rush is neither Korean nor a free-to-play MMORPG, so I let my guard down this time — good thing too!
Nitronic Rush is a passion project by a handful of DigiPen students, who have created a racing game more innovative than anything the major league studios have delivered this year. Its Tron-like visuals, Daft Punk influenced soundtrack, and chaotic tracks merge together to make a unique, memorable racing game. This game won DigiPen’s 2011 Game of the Year award for good reason, as it turns out.
Nitronic Rush (PC)
Developer: Team Nitronic
Publisher: Team Nitronic
Released: November 11, 2011
MSRP: Free!
One of the most difficult things in game development is having a good sense of quality control. Nitronic Rush has perhaps too good of a sense for this. Its opening seven Story Levels are so well designed that it’s shocking that the game was made by amateurs. Then you unlock five “Old Levels,” that were scrapped because the team didn’t think they were good enough, and discover they are awesome too. Even Nitronic Rush’s scraps are worthwhile!
None of this would matter if the controls and general design of the game wasn’t so innovative. Nitronic Rush is as much about survival as it is about racing. That description may make it sound like the Stuntman series, but the game ends up playing more like a mash-up of TrackMania and Burnout. You speed your way down neon-lit, futuristic race tracks, as you survive buzz blades, long chasms, and a track that forces the player to change his center of gravity.
Nitronic Rush is made to be played with an Xbox controller. The weight of the cars and physics of the game don’t feel perfect, but anyone who has played a Ridge Racer or similar arcade racer will be able to adjust. Along with a Motorstorm-esque boost that will kill you when overused, your car is equiped with wings that help you glide across gaps, a jump for elevated platforms, and the ability to move to a horizontally- or vertically-positioned surface by moving the right-analog stick in the correct direction.
While the Story Mode is a pretty easy introduction to the game’s mechanics, the five levels in Hardcore mode reach Trials HD levels of challenge. Flipping your car to a track above you and then rotating (mid-air) back down is pretty damn difficult. In fact, I wasn’t able to beat the game because one section was so insanely hard that I eventually had to give up. It’s hard to say if it is the game’s fault or mine, until more players get their hands on it and we see what is possible.
Though the game has no mulitplayer or traditional race mode, it does have leaderboards and the ability to download ghosts runs of other players to compete against. Along with the normal tracks, there are eight challenge tracks and two maps for tallying up a high score with the trick system. Unfortunately, the trick system is the worst aspect of Nitronic Rush. Since the physics aren’t fully realized, flipping your car and landing it feels awkward. Making a mode where this is all that you do just highlights the game’s flaws.
The Challenge maps take different obstacles from the main campaign and expand on their difficulty. One called track, called “Car Wash”, challenges the player to drive down a tunnel made of grinders and buzzsaws. Another has you flying your car through an asteroid field. Some of these levels are even harder than Hardcore mode, so you might want to skip these tracks until you’ve beaten that. These challenges can be beaten fairly quickly, but it’s a nice addition.
There are retail games, made my large teams over the course of years, that have have been released this year that can’t compare to the vision and originality of Nitronic Rush. Though the game lacks polish and could greatly benefit from more maps and modes, it’s a thrilling experience while it lasts. The visuals, music, and fast, chaotic gameplay compliment each other well. All these elements come together to make for a refreshing racing game.
Every couple years a couple students from a game development school remind us why these places exist. Not since the original Portal has a group of students made such a unique, well-made and fun game. With a Valve and extra revenue behind them, there is no telling what this team can pull off.
Nitronic Rush is free. If you like a unique, challenging racing game, there is absolutely no reason you shouldn’t download it. In due time, development studios, publishers, and gamers alike will be keeping an eye on these young gun developers.
It is also reported that many people around the world have successfully reached their goals with the help of Nitricrush.
What Is Nitric Rush?
As seen above, Nitric Rush claims to be one of the standout workout supplements in its field.
Users can apparently quickly increase their lean muscle mass when Nitric Rush is consumed on a regular basis, along with following a comprehensive health and exercise program.
Like most supplements on the market, Nitric can freely be found via the company’s website. At the time of writing this article, the supported payment methods are major credit card brands, as well as cheque and internet banking.
Once the company has confirmed the user’s order, they will apparently get their goods within three to five working days for US residents, while international shipments may take a few months to be fulfilled.
A key advantage of Nitric Rush is that the product can be procured via the means of a free trial. What this means for shoppers is that they are able to experiment with Nitric Rush without the associated risks of disappointment or buyer’s remorse.
If a user is interested in giving Nitric Rush a try, they simply reimburse the company for their shipping and handling costs.
Once the trial is finished, shoppers will automatically be rebilled a full month’s supply of Nitric Rush, but there is no obligation for one to keep this replenishment cycle going if they are dissatisfied for any reason.
What Are The Benefits Of NitricRush?
There are a number of benefits claimed by the company for Nitric Rush.
First of all, the company claims that Nitricrush has been especially formulated to help its users reach their highest workout potentials.
It is also reported that many people around the world have successfully reached their goals with the help of Nitricrush.
Unlike other supplements on the market, Nitric Rush is apparently 100% natural, which means the formula only contains organic ingredients.
Nitric Rush has a proprietary blend of ingredients that apparently feature everything that one could need to get the most out of their workouts.
The main ingredients of Nitric Rush are as follows:
- L-Glutamine
- L-Ornithine
- Pure N.O
- Super Molecules
It is claimed that if one consumes Nitric Rush on a regular basis, they will get all the nutrients that the body needs and craves to perform at a high level.
The supplement’s unique formulation claims to provide the following key benefits:
- Elevates hormone levels
- Increases circulation
The key ingredients used in Nitric rush are L-Glutamine, L-Ornithine, and Pure N.O Super Molecules.
L-Glutamine is the first amino acid that gets used to correct the deficiency when one enters a catabolic state. Glutamine is also the driving force in muscle cells where it is synthesized for growth.
L-Ornithine is a critical for blood detoxification and also supports muscle growth.
This is a vital inclusion as part of the Nitric Rush formula, as consuming high amounts of protein and other compounds may adversely affect the user’s health when they are consumed in excessive quantities.
The Pure N.O Super Molecules is the final addition to Nitric Rush’s formula. Nitric oxide is responsible for widening the user’s blood vessels.
The widening of the vessels causes improved blood flow, as well as stimulating the release of growth hormones for bigger muscles.
Clean & Delicious Delivery: Pre Lab Pro has a vibrant pink color derived from natural flavors and colors. It’s a great-tasting berry flavor made without the synthetic flavors or dyes seen in other pre-workout formulas.
How Does Pre Lab Pro Work?
Pre Lab Pro contains ingredients to supercharge your workout. You can find ingredients similar to other pre-workout formulas, including caffeine and beetroot powder. You can also find unique ingredients, including L-tyrosine, Setria, and Ajipure.
Here are some of the effects you can experience after taking Pre Lab Pro, according to the official website:
Pre Lab Pro sparks 2X muscle-pumping nitric oxide using ingredients like beetroot extract. This ingredient can turbocharge your workout results by distributing blood throughout your body more effectively—many pre-workouts target nitric oxide. Pre Lab Pro uses one of the most proven nitric oxide boosters on the planet: beetroot extract.
Pre Lab Pro also claims to target physical and mental energy, delivering peak muscle power and efficiency along with extended endurance.
Pre Lab Pro doesn’t just target your physical energy. The supplement also claims to have nootropic-like benefits, providing you with laser intensity and calm clarity.
Pre Lab Pro claims to support homeostasis, which is your healthy, inner balance. Most pre-workouts don’t target homeostasis, but Pre Lab Pro makes it a key goal. Pre Lab Pro supercharges you for your workout before creating homeostasis throughout the rest of the day. So you won’t have trouble sleeping at night, for example, nor will you feel jittery throughout the day.
Pre Lab Pro also claims to target the afterburner effect, helping your body maximize muscle growth and calorie burning after a workout. In addition, the formula purportedly gives you a second surge of nitric oxide, helping you go longer, finish stronger, and get a head start on your muscle recovery after a workout.
To deliver the benefits of Pre Lab Pro, the makers included a range of ingredients linked to pre-workout effectiveness.
I used C4 Pre-Workout for 2 weeks and overall, I was generally pleased with the results.
What Are People Saying About C4?
I always like to do my homework. So, I also searched for actual user reviews and customer feedback for C4.
Here’s what I found:
Bob says C4 gives him the boost he needs and doesn’t give him any adverse side effects:
Muscle Pursuit
Jane simply loves C4. She says it keeps her going and doesn’t make her crash.
But not everyone loves it.
Some people are disappointed because theirs came clumped up in big chunks.
Overall, though the reviews for the C4 pre workout are overwhelmingly positive!
From the same company that made the Gorilla Mind Rush nootropic supplement, Gorilla Mode is a pre-workout that claims to provide the maximum dosage of all the pre-workout ingredients that they think work.
Side Effects
Since most pre-workouts like this one consist of high-dosed nootropics and other stimulants like caffeine and huperzine-A, some people may experience adverse effects from those ingredients.
This can include an increase in blood pressure, nausea, and headaches. Make sure to follow the recommended dosage of 2 scoops per day to avoid having these side effects.
But if it’s your first time to take a pre-workout, or you’re particularly sensitive to stimulants, take a quarter to half dose in the beginning and observe how your body reacts.
Lastly, the manufacturer advises users not to combine Gorilla Mode with Gorilla Mode Energy, 2 AM, or Rauwolscine supplements.
Even with a relatively high caffeine content like most pre-workouts, I have not experienced any jitters, crashes, or tingling after almost 2 weeks of consistent use.
Most users report that they have not experienced problems with their sleep even after taking the product in the afternoon.
We prepare ourselves beforehand for the journeys we undertake, and resolve upon them we leave the appointment of the hour when to take horse to the company, and in their favour defer 2018 examination.