MY SUMMER CAR throws you headfirst into the quintessential Finnish summer of the 1990s, but with a greasy, petrol-infused twist. This isn’t just a driving game; it’s a deep dive into car ownership, building, meticulous fixing, strategic tuning, and constant maintenance, all wrapped up in a unique permadeath life survival simulator. Forget about simply selecting a ride – you begin with literally hundreds of individual car parts scattered around your garage, and your first task is to assemble both the car and its engine from the ground up.
But owning a car in rural Finland isn’t just about nuts and bolts. You need to take care of yourself too. Your basic needs are simple: sausages to fill your stomach, beer to quench your thirst, and sleep to recharge for the next day of wrenching. If you manage to piece everything together correctly, you’ll have a functioning car, your ticket to explore the various (and often ridiculous) summer activities that 1990s Finnish countryside life offers. Think less scenic drives, more like engaging in hilariously stupid antics, often fueled by a bit too much beer.
To truly make your mark (and your car truly yours), you’ll need to earn extra cash through a variety of odd jobs scattered around the map. This hard-earned money is crucial because it allows you to order parts for My Summer Car. Yes, you read that right – parts are not magically found; you need to plan, save, and order parts. Forget instant online delivery; in true 90s fashion, parts are ordered via snail mail. This is where the game truly opens up. Want to transform your humble vehicle into a ground-shaking bass-blasting disco machine? You can order the parts. Dreaming of tearing up the rally tracks? Order the rally parts and build your dream rally car. Or perhaps you’re a purist? You can order parts to restore your car to pristine, factory-perfect condition.
However, owning a car in Finland comes with responsibilities. Your meticulously built (or ridiculously modified) vehicle isn’t exempt from the law. It needs to pass the vehicle inspection, and if it doesn’t, you might find yourself on the wrong side of the Finnish police.
And the automotive fun doesn’t stop with just one car. My Summer Car provides access to several other vehicles, each with its own purpose. These aren’t just for show; they are essential tools. Need groceries? There’s a car for that. Car broken down in a ditch (again)? You’ll need another vehicle to tow it back to the garage.
Be warned, My Summer Car is not for the casual gamer looking for a quick thrill. It demands patience, a genuine passion for cars, and a willingness to get your hands digitally dirty. The game’s meticulous approach to car building and maintenance requires a certain level of “car fever” to truly appreciate.
Key Features that Drive the My Summer Car Experience:
- Full Car Assembly: Over a hundred individual parts to find, assemble, and fine-tune.
- Detailed Driving and Engine Simulation: Experience realistic vehicle physics and engine mechanics.
- Diverse Vehicles: Drive and utilize various cars, vehicles, and even a boat.
- Vast Finnish Countryside: Explore dozens of kilometers of dirt and paved roads with dynamic AI traffic.
- Random Jobs: Earn money through various jobs to fund your car parts, food, fuel, and beverage expenses.
- Rally Events: Test your driving skills and car build in challenging rally competitions.
- Permadeath: Mistakes have consequences in this unforgiving world.
- Sauna Culture: Experience the Finnish sauna – a unique aspect of Finnish summer life.
- 1990s Finnish Summer Setting: Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of 1990s rural Finland.
- Steering Wheel and Shifter Support: Enhanced realism with support for steering wheel and shifter controllers.
- Order Parts via Snail Mail: A core gameplay mechanic that adds realism and planning to car building and maintenance.
- Extensive Tuning and Upgrades: Customize your car’s performance and appearance with a wide range of parts.
My Summer Car is more than just a game; it’s an experience. It’s about the satisfaction of building something with your own two hands (even if they are virtual), the frustration of troubleshooting engine problems, the thrill of winning a rally, and the simple pleasures of Finnish summer life. And at the heart of it all is the crucial element of planning and progression: knowing when and how to order parts to keep your beloved vehicle running and evolving.
