Coffin Dodgers
Mar 13, 2018 8 years ago
Coffin Dodgers sees you take on the role of saving one of seven quirky retirement village residents, each racing for their soul in "pimped up" mobility scooters against none other than the Grim Reaper himself. Our old heroes are armed with a variety of homemade weapons and gadgets to take on anything the Grim Reaper and his Zombie army may throw at them. Can you survive the retirement village? Players must battle it out against The Grim Reaper and other competitors over a 13 race Championship, where only the most skilled racer will survive. There are 4 distinct areas within the Sunny Pines Retirement Community, each featuring it's own mini tournament in which your rank against other competitors will ensure you progress to the next stage; however finish bottom of the pile and the Reaper gets to take your soul. The final race takes place over each of the 4 areas in a straight shoot to between you and the Grim Reaper. As the game progresses the game environment becomes more and more apocalyptic as Grim's shadow slowly engulfs Sunny Pines. Look out for Grim's retinue of fiendish friends as they try and halt your progress. Coffin Dodgers sees you take on the role of saving 1 of 7 old retirees, each racing for their soul on "pimped up" mobility scooters against the Grim Reaper and his Zombie army. Armed with a variety of homemade weapons, battle through 13 unique tracks! Can you survive the retirement village?
What it’s like
Coffin Dodgers delivers a chaotic, lighthearted vehicular combat experience set in the decaying Sunny Pines Retirement Community. The premise is simple: seven quirky seniors race their modified mobility scooters against the Grim Reaper and his zombie horde to save their souls. The tone is comedic and absurd, leaning heavily into the contrast between gentle retirees and apocalyptic violence. Gameplay focuses on frantic, short-burst races across four distinct areas, emphasizing immediate fun over strategic depth. The craft shines in its atmosphere; as you progress, the environment shifts from a sunny neighborhood to a shadowy wasteland, enhancing the stakes without becoming oppressive. While the narrative is minimal, the character designs provide enough personality to make each racer feel distinct. It is less about mastering complex mechanics and more about enjoying a silly, high-energy party game that prioritizes laughter and local couch co-op chaos over rigorous simulation or long-term progression.
Strong in Atmosphere / MoodPacingSocial / Relationships
Keep in mind The online multiplayer component is largely inactive, making the experience best suited for local split-screen sessions with friends. Additionally, the vehicle customization and combat systems lack mechanical depth, which may feel repetitive to players seeking complex build variety or serious competitive racing.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from opencritic.com, metacritic.com, epicbrew.net, ztgd.com, store.steampowered.com.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 08, 201511 years ago |
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 08, 201511 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 08, 201511 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | May 03, 201610 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | May 06, 201610 years ago |
| Nintendo Switch | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 13, 20188 years ago |
