[6] Glenn Rubenstein of GameSpot described it as "A fairly average driving game with a few new bells and whistles",[13] Next Generation as "Not horrible, but nothing special either",[15] and IGN as "a good, solid title, although the grainy graphics do grate sometimes.

"[11] Most critics found that the game's car crushing mode, which they anticipated would have the most immediate appeal to players, is shallow and ultimately unexciting.

[13][15][11] Some also complained that in endurance mode, the guiding arrow tends to veer unexpectedly, which they felt was unfair, since the AI opponents always immediately know how to take a turn.

[14][15] Both Rubenstein and Next Generation remarked that while the controls are generally very good, the physics make it too easy to go off on a high jump that severely damages the player's truck.

[13][15] Other common criticisms were the extensive pop-up[13][11] and weak sound effects,[8][11] while subjects of praise included the rigorous course design,[8][13] and the numerous modes and options available.