Film enthusiasts will immediately recognize the cinematic inspiration behind Nitroglyerine!, a game that places players behind the wheel of a truck laden with volatile explosives, traversing terrain that rivals the ruggedness of Glen Powell’s chin. The demo exudes a raw tension reminiscent of William Friedkin’s Sorcerer, a film that, despite its initial critical backlash and box office failure due to the overwhelming success of Star Wars, has since been reevaluated and appreciated for its gritty storytelling.
For those unfamiliar with Sorcerer, it is highly recommended viewing. In the meantime, Nitroglyerine! can be envisioned as a blend of Snowrunner and Baby Steps. The playable demo bypasses the lengthy setup typical of Friedkin’s narrative, thrusting players directly into the driver’s seat of a grunting, ’70s flatbed truck, precariously carrying a single crate of explosive liquid.
Your mission? Navigate a treacherous landscape filled with slippery, crumbling dirt tracks armed only with a rudimentary map and a steely resolve. In a gaming landscape where recent vehicular titles have been criticized for lacking driving challenges, Nitroglyerine! promises to deliver the exhilarating jolt that players have been craving.
