TrackMania² Valley

I didn't enjoy this as much as TrackMania² Stadium, but this game is still plenty of fun. Locations look great and have some variety. My biggest issue is that driving feels a bit off. Especially drifting and driving on dirt. It takes a while to get used to but it's just frustrating not being able to navigate in a complete straight line when on dirt, because even the smallest steering makes you navigate too much to the left or right.

8/10

Personally favourite enviroment of all TM series

TrackMania Valley delivers a racing experience built almost entirely around speed, precision, and repetition in the best possible way. As part of the TrackMania 2 lineup developed by Nadeo, the game takes the familiar time-trial structure of the series and introduces a more grounded countryside setting filled with twisting roads, off-road terrain, dramatic jumps, and technical corners that demand constant concentration. Rather than focusing on realism or traditional motorsport presentation, the game embraces arcade-style racing where the challenge comes from mastering tracks through practice and pushing every run toward perfection. The first thing that makes Valley stand out is its handling model. Compared to other TrackMania environments that often feel lighter and more exaggerated, Valley introduces heavier cars with a stronger rally influence. Vehicles grip differently depending on the surface, and the transition between dirt, grass, and asphalt forces players to adapt their driving style constantly. Controlling the car feels responsive yet demanding, especially at high speeds where even minor steering mistakes can completely destroy a run. This balance creates an addictive gam…

good

The Valley rally racing is pretty dope, hard to find games going outside of the scheduled valley events but they do still release new maps and seasonal tracks