When comparing Toybox Turbos vs Hammerwatch, the Slant community recommends Hammerwatch for most people. In the question“What are the best couch multiplayer PC games?” Hammerwatch is ranked 39th while Toybox Turbos is ranked 53rd. The most important reason people chose Hammerwatch is:
The game can be played with up to 4 other people on the same computer or over the internet, making this a good game to play on a Steam Machine in the living room if you can.
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 Support for up to 4 player local and online co-op
The game can be played with up to 4 other people on the same computer or over the internet, making this a good game to play on a Steam Machine in the living room if you can.
Pro Allows for different playstyles
There are 6 different classes to choose from: paladin, ranger, wizard, warlock, priest, and thief. Each offers a different way to play the game, giving you a fair amount of freedom in your play style.
Pro Open-ended character builds
Players can upgrade their characters as they progress through the game. By choosing to upgrade certain moves instead of others, players can create different builds that have their own strengths and weaknesses.
Pro Shared money-pool
Everyone gets money when someone collects it, but when spending it only subtracts money from your own "bank account".
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 Can get very repetitive
There's not much variety in the game, and killing waves of enemies in the same way can get a bit boring after a while. This is especially true if you’re playing single-player.