The Most Unique Game You Didn't Play.

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[@hellomadet]

I played Auto Modellista as a teenager at a friend's house, but it took about a decade before I remembered the title of the game. Thank you BlueTag for invoking fond memories of that time ❤❤

[@michaelwesten4624]

PTSD kicks in

[@nikolailansky3953]

me to!!!! i still love the Comic/Anime Syle 😍🤩😍🤩😍🥰

[@ShanerTheGrey]

NO NO NO YOU DIDNT PLAY IT!!! The titles says so

[@hellomadet]

@@ShanerTheGrey To be honest, Auto Modellista is a fairly obscure title, especially among younger generations of gamers who didn't grow up playing on the PS2.

[@khajiit8221]

I did play it more than 10 years ago on my ps2, thought it was weird, traded it, now want it back.

[@Tezuk_25]

Story of every vintage gamer

[@Tezuk_25]

@@cimonbkr6707 it's not the same

[@AceSimGaming]

@@Tezuk_25 Personally I think it's better, better performance and cleaner visuals. I still keep my PS2 around tho.

[@AdamMickMannis]

I rented this game so often, the store owner just straight up give me the game. Good times.

[@RobWithGuns]

I had this when I was just a preteen and I loved it so much. It’s so nostalgic hearing the announcer shouting out “AUTO MODELLISTA!!!” When you load it up, the music, the art style and menu type, everything was so comfy. I also wish more driving games would take on a more unique art style like this did, I thought NFS Unbound could’ve been so much better if it leaned into the cartoony style of its character models and smoke clouds/effects

[@KingTvlip]

Auto Modelista is one of the most beautiful and interesting car games! Unique cell-shaded art style, tons and tons of customization, and so many scenic locations. I absolutely adore it and I'm glad you are making a video on it!

[@mrxbas]

As soon as I saw the thumbnail, Auto Modellista was immediately recognizable; a testament to how unique this racing game is, especially for that time!

[@ancientsociety653]

Same. I was like damn not another auto modellista video. but its cool that its getting more praise. Insane how late americans are to the scene lmao.

[@motorcycle-man]

That blue RX7 man

[@MystikGaming20]

I love Auto Modellista's style, as you said, It could have been made today and still hold up to standards. We need more games that deviate from realism.

[@bholden9711]

I think racing games should only be sim realistic. Some kid in a bmw understeered off the mountain right in front on me trying to drive fast, I slid down the hill to see if he was ok, he was thankfully. I was just trying to keep a conversation going until fire and ems showed up. Anyway I asked he played any racing games and he with replied with Need for speed lol. I really wanted to say if he played gran turismo with a wheel that wouldn’t have happened but I didn’t have the heart to say it.

[@bigsmoke5814]

you have nfs unbound.

[@ileutur6863]

​@@bholden9711 You are so unbelievably cringe that I have a hard time finding the words

[@ileutur6863]

​@@bigsmoke5814Unbound tried to have 5% of it stylized and the internet uproar agaibst it was biblical

[@rundattmedia2106]

@@bholden9711 Go play Assetto Corsa on PC with mods, you have literally everything you can think of, touge, drift, circuit racing, drag, every car discipline. Even has classic 90s drift spots in Japan, also Shuto express way, the WHOLE of thte Shuto expressway :) The rabbit hole is endless. There is a couple of videos on my channel if you want to see.

[@yuuki7398]

this game looks like a fever dream

[@DoVe_7]

Really liked how well the Cell Shading looks and the music on top of it, haven't tried this out personally yet but it looks like a lot of fun to be had here

[@ErkanMehmedali]

try it brother. It has that lovely early PS2 era charm. Ah I miss those days where many experimental games were developed.

[@BlooTeg]

gonna be waiting for a video of yours on that one

[@Miltypooh2001]

I remember finding this game at my local game store, i didn't pay attention too much to it but one of the employees recommended it to me, and i ended up getting the European version without knowing, and i had a blast with it especially the garage customization and the car brands, the art style looks great

[@Who_is_HAISEA]

So many hidden gems that i missed out on.

[@PandamoniuGaming]

Im so happy to see that you considered Muppets Race Mania after i recommended it in a comment on a previous video and that you seem to have enjoyed it after checking it out with how you want to do a video on it, ill be looking forward to whenever you eventually do a video on one of my favourite childhood racing games

[@BlooTeg]

yes! I'll definitely get to it at some point!

[@NFSBeast2365]

Ah, I have this game! I love it dearly, used to play tons of Auto Modellista as a kid. I'm so glad you made this video!

[@scottthewaterwarrior]

There is actually a Wii game with a similar art style for the vehicles: GT Pro Series. It feels a bit more low budget then this, but the handling is pretty decent even with motion controls!

[@TheSigno91]

Been playing this game for a long time actually.. none of my friends knew anything about it.. back when it was a new game it felt very cool to me having the chance to build and customize my garage. I loved the graphics and the general style of the game.. i think it's unique.. absolutely not the best, but it's worth to give it a try

[@Squeakywilly]

i literally played all those 4 games,i loved all the garage and car modding concept on modellista such an amazing game

[@PistNRods]

I remember this game. I really wanted to like it, but the handling I just couldn't get down. A lot of spins and hard to get a clean race.

[@smartassforhire]

This game and Tokyo Extreme Racer Zero were my favorite racing games back in the early 2000's.

[@SALEENS7GTR5]

The Tommykaira ZZII is one of the prettiest and coolest supercars ever made. Like a Japanese McLaren F1 or Saleen S7. The ZZII wasn't at F1 level of performance, and unfortunately never left the prototype phase, but it is very cool.

[@InternetMouse]

I gotta say, i really enjoyed those auto modelista streams. What an amazing game that was, mixed with your Charismatic energy was so good. Btw, i love the new animations you gave for yourself in this video. Your racoon/beaver/mouse/squirrel is becoming so much more expressive. Love it bluetag. Have an awesome day

[@BlooTeg]

thank you so much!

[@RyuusanFT86]

I always liked how you pause a bit before starting the vid. Reminds me of the PS2 boot up before the splash screen

[@RichManSCTV0]

Anyone remember that weird ps2 Japanese game with small talking cars in a town?? Thats the most unique racing game ever made.

[@BlooTeg]

Road Trip Adventure!

[@psnmadracer27]

absolutely loved that game! i played it so much when i was a kid! once i got my ps2 emulator working that was the first game i downloaded too lol

[@kagancox3210]

The best game I ever played lol. It was my favorite game growing up I spent DAYS playing the game until the disc wore out. Could never find another copy until YEARS later after I bought myself a ps2 on Amazon. If our favorite beaver ever decides to do a video on it I'd be SO ecstatic for it to get some recognition in our current time lol.

[@yert8527]

I played road trip more than most. It is if not the best car /rpg game. There's also CHIRO Q and GADGET RACERS

[@abdullahisdanul107]

I believe it's Choro Q racing. There's plenty title of them written in Japanese tho

[@Epox_88]

5:07 it is worth it like youre placing your trophies for your own personal garage also pretty much every car is unlocked and there is no currency in this game which means you can try everything and have fun with it it is heaven for me

[@yert8527]

Such a good game. The garage. The cars. The art style. The driving is annoying but you get used to it. Played this IN 2002 when i was 7.

[@Anonnymouse53]

I remember decorating the Garage in Auto Modillisa. It was kind of weird in handling, but it was fun.

[@kagancox3210]

I havent watched yet. But its such a coincidence that you post this because ive been looking into buying a copy of it after hearing about it recently lol.

[@onedeadsaint]

you're description of the stuck and broke ps2 controller was exactly on point!

[@ImDannn]

I didn't even need to look at the thumbnail. That title just straight up tells me this is gonna be a video about Auto Modellista

[@SiMBol10]

I'm so glad you got a chance to play the US one, summed up my thoughts on it beautifully

[@s1n1stersixsgaming8]

This brings back memories, have to agree on the driving on ice feeling, aside from that had a blast playing Auto Modelista, highly recommend playing Tokyo Extreme Racer Zero

[@solidsnake3861]

my fav car game back in the day just love this game

[@spydie.01]

I had Auto Modellista and loved most of it. Knew exactly what game you were talking about from the thumbnail 😉

[@davidandrew7314]

You've unlocked a memory. I completely forgot about this game & played it loads as a teenager!

[@kaizer4kx]

Auto modelista parece ser um jogo que se eu tivesse descoberto na infancia eu teria jogado por muitas horas

[@tripifi9303]

Automodelista is a nostalgic game for me bro, I actually had a Euro version (my dad found it at Hastings in the used section)

[@Kathrias]

I loved playing Auto Modellista, it’s definitely fun! I have another unique car game you should try! The series is called Choro Q! (Penny racers/ gadget racers in USA/EU). Based off the toy cars made by Takara; who made tomica cars and other toy products. The main games I’d suggest reviewing is Choro Q wonderful and Choro Q HG2 (road trip adventures)! They’re basically rpgs but in a car world.

[@DWatso]

Thankfully I was in the "did play" group, loved it, the style was superb, shame the physics weren't quite up there, but a union of this and Enthusia would have been tip-top.

[@felixl.l.2060]

Enthusia had such a weird intro video.

[@Sammael66685]

Played the four mentioned games at the beginning back on it's day and loved them despite being 3 of them only rentals. Maybe one day i'll get originals to my own collection of all the 4 (Midnight Club 3 is there, both editions).

[@nobodyinparticular9640]

Seeing the last part, well, guess now we just gotta wait for some blessed madlad to either port the US content to the european version, or fix the terrible physics of the US version, heh Nice video 👍

[@BlooTeg]

man, I really hope that happens someday

[@PuffinPass]

Auto Modellista was a great game. One of the first games that allowed you to swap engines and add performance components that actually mattered and changed performance the way they would have in a real car. The cell shading style was a great design choice and made the speed you were going feel real. I think I still have this on my Xbx hard drive and I may just have to fire it up again.

[@paulyearley1084]

I had this way back when, and I really enjoyed it. It looked unique and was a lot of fun to play.

[@ThatGuySquippy]

If anyone wants to play a racing game with a similar art style, there's one called Inertial Drift that's on Steam. Obviously it's more drift-focused, but the art style of it clearly takes direct inspiration from Auto Modellista.

[@nikbear]

I played it here in the UK and loved it! ❤ it was amazing, such a cool style and the stuff you could collect for your garage was brilliant!

[@grimey5.565]

I have a lot of memories playing this game at a friend's house I really enjoyed it a lot. It's not a bad racing game at all.

[@Wolsss1]

I only ever got this game as a demo so was very limited version... I completely forgot the name or never learnt it... I was like 6 but still remember the graphics and using I think it was the Suzuki cappuccino, good video and I’ll have to look into this now!

[@ganjacats]

Wow this game visually looks great!! Held up so well.

[@CDGActual]

I remember playing this as a kid with the US version. I can vaguely remember the controls being weird but I just thought I was bad at the game. The customization of cars and garage kept me entertained, as thats what I remember the most about it. That and the sound track and graphics. Im glad this game isnt forgotten. Hopefully someone can modify the US version to have the controls of the EU version, so we can have the extra content + better controls.

[@ruffneck_asian3688]

I love this game. I spent countless hours drifting the corners of akagi hill and rokko hill

[@llys3742]

Korea made a free MMORPG called SkidRush (DriftCity in U.S.) with art style ripped straight off of Auto Medellista. A bit grindy like most free MMORPGs, but pretty good storyline and beatable without microtransactions. It was my childhood and looking back, a one of a kind game. There are no CarPGs anymore.

[@Popolop95]

I too wanted muppet racing to win 😭

[@xKrYPTiiKZz]

This was the first game I ever got with my ps2 👀 I still remember the christmas morning unwrapping the ps2 and my copy auto modellista, so many memories, also the reason I love rotaries so much, my rx3 decimated all ❤

[@Luka9S9]

I'm so glad to see you playing this game. I really love the artstyle and vibe of this game, I wished there was a modern game that tried to capture the vibe of this game. Anyway, thanks for reviewing this game blue, great video as aways.

[@MoreWarmBread]

This video has just unlocked a load of memories. I forgot about this game and I absolutely loved it.

[@LykanPrototype]

Never got to play this game myself but i can definitely see the appeal in terms of graphics and the customization on the cars and garage. Auto Modelista definitely needs to make a return and definitely needs more aftermarket parts for cars like that Abflug kit for the Toyota Supra.

[@houseofdemons5427]

I definitely played this, as a matter of fact I have this game right now for my PS2, I loved this game and I still do

[@Corey_Rowe]

Played this, all midnight clubs, all nfs, and even juiced.

[@rundattmedia2106]

I was 17 when this game released, I loved it, it was overshadowed just under a year later though by NFS Underground, then Underground 2 a year later. Those were some great times :)

[@RoobehTunes]

I loved the remote control option at the end! I had a good few hours on it back in the day. This being the European version :)

[@duchaneeldesouza]

I've discovered this game a few months ago and didn't know it have 3 versions. I've finished the Garage Mode in a US version and i simply loved the game (but always got the feeling that the handling on cars was a bit weird). Now i def want to try out the EU version of it.

[@BlooTeg]

recommended!

[@Gilbertify1]

i WAS PLAYING THIS ON AN EMULATOR MONTHS AGO. Art style is amazing.

[@stemartin6671]

Tommy Kaira is a bit like RUF, in that they take existing cars and modify them so much they get classed as a new car.

[@FordGTmaniac]

I have the US version of the game on Xbox and the physics aren't the only problem, one of the secret cars is the Shelby Cobra and it's laughably OP to the point you can win every race with it. It has a top speed of over 220mph/355kph when fully upgraded and accelerates like mad, and it doesn't care if you're using slick tires during the rain because it'll still stop on a dime and make turns no problem.

[@TheInfectiousCadaver]

i have never played that but it looks like it came in one of those $20 for 3 games pack they did back in they hayday of PS2

[@pablodoador3428]

Mwahaha, how bold of you assuming I've never played Automobilista, I mean Auto Estilista, wait a sec-

[@olivevideogames]

I rented Auto Modellista in 2002 or 2003 on from Blockbuster on my PS2. I LOVED the game. But I love it even more now.

[@heimanlee5955]

You reminded me it's been 20 years since I wished for a 3rd title adding Euro cars and perhaps more locations. For the handling, I would count as get use of driving without assists similar to a race car. Still, the best way to play is got both OG and US content added on Japanese edition-the game's main focus was about online and stylish anime style, and there's authentic Japanese license plates similar to Tokyo Extreme Racer did.

[@danteeightsix9069]

I tried the game when it was new in stores and I couldn't get into it. It was difficult seeing other games try to be realistic, but then this one was animated. I'd probably be able to play it now.

[@zerocool6370]

I had it and was only missing like 2 trophies (tracks) but I had unlocked almost everything it was pretty fun

[@pocketstationman6364]

My biggest gripe with this game are the menus. They are an absolute nightmare to navigate. Otherwise a hidden gem for sure.

[@krtong]

There wasnt that many body kits back then. It was really cool to see the bodykits they added because they were all real bodykits from big all the big cool brands from japan. I still get giddy thinking about the RX-7 mazdaspeed body kit with the fog lights.

[@VoltTackle11]

I beat the US version of Auto Modellista. Handling Physics are heavily focused on oversteer, but if you got a delicate finger and know when to slow down you can keep the car from getting too squirrley. The Toyota Sports 800 with a Supra 2JZ engine swap was very OP in this game (swaps were unlocked after finishing 1st place in every event in the story mode), even though you can't tune a engine swapped car much it was wicked fast at the start of a race and on any course with a long straight-away. Also, in Japan this version of the game was re-released as Auto Modellista: US-Tuned. Not sure if this was the same for the European version though.

[@4386764]

You know, its kinda funny because i didn't have so many troubles with the US version because i tuned the suspension of my car to induce much more understeer.

[@CookieRevenge]

It's the brake discs glowing not the calipers, otherwise you would be probably in more trouble.

[@BlooTeg]

you're right LOL

[@eduardopena5893]

Not only did I play it, but I own it for PS2. There is one cool thing you can do with the old, tiny Toyota 600 I think it is called. You can put a big v8 engine in it or a big turbo v6. It make that tiny care ridiculously fast.

[@pb6839]

A car game I haven't seen since I was a kid. MidTown Madness! You should try it!

[@GordosTacoShop]

I had no idea Auto Modellista US was so much worse. I remember buying it for XBox because I really liked the artstyle, only to absolutely hate the physics. I'd try again every once in a while when talking with some of my online Euro friends about it, just to think they were crazy for liking such a janky game. I feel so deceived... lol

[@BlooTeg]

I can only imagine the average conversation that was happening lmao

[@Onyx-The-Dragon]

This game definitely stands out. There are some features that the game has that some other racing games don’t.

[@Full_Otto_Bismarck]

Played this game many years ago on the gamecube, US version. I had no issues with the handling at all, maybe car setup has something to do with, but I remember loving this game.

[@KrisVandenBroeck1595]

This artstyle reminds me of drift city, the mmorpg car game from the 2000’s

[@MaxDefense101]

Played it on an emulator a few months ago and beat the campaign in a couple days. Fantastic game.

[@NotDBCooper]

BOI love seeing a new blue vid!, the streams were fun!

[@BlooTeg]

definitely fun to make!

[@stunsisacul]

I’m glad I’m not the only person who remembers this game.

[@dlbutters7164]

Blue Tag: "Hey..." Me: "👍"

[@user-rc5hk5iq8j]

The garage customizer reminds me of the the old PS2 WWE games

[@plswhy]

Surprisingly enough I find that the US version of Auto Modellista is more intriguing to play in large part thanks to the physics. The most common mistake I've seen people do is attempt to drive just like in any other racing game, where you steer the car to keep turning. With US tune, you'll need to slow down to the appropriate speed, then rotate the car towards the direction you wanna exit, then just keep it pointing there. You do not turn in the US version of Auto Modellista: the car turns for you and you tell it where it should be pointing. It's so unlike any racing game I've played, even including rally games where you'd expect this sort of behavior the most. Once you get that trick down, it'll be a real standout. JP/EU release tends to use a more conventional driving model where the car keeps turning as you as you keep adding steering input, but every single game does that. Give me the weird shit every single time. I'd recommend getting a feel for the physics on the oval then try expanding from there. Though sadly my general opinion of Auto Modellista is that it's the equivalent of one of those small rather nice novelty chocolates. The aesthetic and car feel are rather intriguing, but only enough to last like what, an hour or two before it runs out? There really isn't enough of it. Even tuning is a mess there. Because of Capcom's pretty weird design decisions you get racing slicks that are better on every single surface and any of the max speed gear ratios just end up being underwhelming compared to pure max acceleration due to how short the straightaways are.

[@marcootero4926]

I have no idea how many hours I have in this game when I had my ps2. It was literally the only thing I would play. I didn’t even know there were other versions. And to think I got used to the cars handling like they are on ice I can’t imagine what the other versions feel like . Im definitely gonna find myself a euro copy to play.

[@i7sreact931]

Idk How i didnt played this back when i had a PS2 Since i had ALL Burnout games for the PS2, Midnight club 3 Dub Edition, GT4, some NFS games and other racing games i dont remember (they were ALL Pirated games, this is How i had so much games)

[@Joel-bh5xd]

I did play it, on my GameCube many many years ago. I beat it and remember pimping put my garage with posters and other stuff.

[@themoustachedealer6540]

Love the video as always, good work!

[@RonnieRawdawg]

*except i did play auto modellista i was a teen at the time into jdm cars so i was excited when it came out*

[@jonlaird5082]

I loved this game a ton and still play it on my ps2 from time to time. I think it would be awesome to remake for the new consoles but can't see that ever happening.

[@dumpsterstu4474]

I remember liking it but it was too arcade in the driving. Reminded me of ridge racer type 4

[@SDRIFTERAbdlmounaim]

i designed houses /garage in Automodelista before i played the Sims 2 😂

[@picawood]

Never heard about this game... woa if i had this one as a child was probably gonna be my favorite racing game

[@ralphharrison6622]

id love to see a new one come out

[@thedanbot85]

i used to have this game, and i saw it at the store the other day for like $150, i was shocked

[@RapideWombaticus]

The graphics always get me. Soooo good

[@radracer8777]

i desperately want a new Auto Modellista. i adore the cel shaded graphics, and loved the personal garage feature. I got to play this around the time Project Gotham Racing 3 was out, and both of those scratched the 'having a digital garage to show off my cool cars' itch i didn't know I had, lol.

[@twizz420]

Auto Modellista was amazing. I played it religiously.

[@JustMartha07]

It would be nice to get american cars in PAL version. And I wish Capcom would make sequel, especially now when they're doing great job with remakes.