When comparing Toybox Turbos vs Mercenary Kings, the Slant community recommends Mercenary Kings for most people. In the question“What are the best couch multiplayer PC games?” Mercenary Kings is ranked 28th while Toybox Turbos is ranked 53rd. The most important reason people chose Mercenary Kings is:
This game features a good weapon customization system. The only downside is that this can lead to a certain level of grindiness – but not too much.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Local and online multiplayer
Toybox Turbos features four player local couch multiplayer as well as four player online multiplayer.
Pro Power-ups and weapons
There isa multitude of power-ups and weapons to use while racing that can give a needed advantage while trying to finish each lap.
Pro Faithful revival of the Micro Machines classic
Despite the fact that Codemasters (the developer) was unable to obtain the Micro Machines moniker, Toybox Turbos is a faithful revival of the classic game.
Pro Deep weapon customization allows for plenty of choice in how you would like to play
This game features a good weapon customization system. The only downside is that this can lead to a certain level of grindiness – but not too much.
Pro Awesome pixel art by Paul Robertson shows off a very polished game
If you don’t know Paul Robertson, check him out. From Adult Swim animations and dozens of video games to feature films such as Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Paul Robertson has quite the catalog of really great pixel animations and graphics.
Pro Great game for those who like Metal Slug
Mercenary Kings is the spiritual sequel to Metal Slug: a two-dimensional, pixel-based, side-scrolling action shooter with co-op multiplayer.
Pro Online or local co-op multiplayer, up to 4 players
Mercenary Kings offers local or online co-op for up to four players.
Cons
Con Many vehicles are not worthwile
Many of the vehicles in Toybox Turbos do not race that well, meaning they are pretty much useless for advancing in the game and winning races.
Con Controls need to be tighter
Pressing down to shoot does not always fire at once, meaning missed opportunities. After a while this can become quite a nuisance.