Deliver At All Costs starts as a zany delivery sim set in a destructible 1950s Americana sandbox—but quickly evolves into something deeper. With absurd physics, tight driving controls, and a surprisingly gripping noir mystery, Studio Far Out’s debut blends chaos and commentary into one unforgettable ride.
A Wrecking Ball with a Purpose
You play as Winston Green, a delivery driver tasked with hauling increasingly absurd cargo—live animals, bombs, you name it—across the retro-styled city of St. Monique. The goal? Deliver packages. The reality? Smash everything in your path. Even the slightest nudge sends buildings tumbling, items flying, and civilians ragdolling into the sky.
At first, the game feels like Crazy Taxi crossed with Goat Simulator, but it’s more than just mayhem for mayhem’s sake. A layered story of corporate greed and government corruption gradually unfolds, keeping things as narratively engaging as they are mechanically chaotic.
Pure Destruction, Played for Laughs
Part of what makes Deliver At All Costs work so well is how thoroughly it commits to its ridiculous tone. NPCs barely react to Winston’s wake of destruction. A pedestrian hit by a speeding truck might just shout, “I’m walking here!” before dusting themselves off. The game never takes itself too seriously—even when its plot deepens into something genuinely compelling.
Driving Mechanics That Reward Precision
Despite the slapstick setup, the vehicle handling is impressively refined. The controls are responsive, with fine adjustments making a big difference. Transporting precarious payloads or towing cargo changes the feel of each mission, adding challenge without frustration. Mastering a tough delivery route feels legitimately satisfying—especially when you choose whether to thread the needle or plow straight through it.
Gameplay Variety That Mostly Holds Up
Each of the game’s three acts introduces new environments and mechanics, ensuring the world and missions stay fresh for much of the campaign. That said, some delivery missions start to feel repetitive, especially when tasks repeat without introducing new variables. The game offers no incentives for alternate approaches, leaving creative challenges (like navigating backward) up to the player’s imagination.
Stylized Visuals with Mixed Results
Deliver At All Costs is visually striking from a distance. Its warm, painted aesthetic and postcard-style scenery perfectly capture a stylized 1950s America. But zoom in, particularly during cutscenes, and the illusion fades. Stiff character animations and jarring lip sync feel like they’ve been pulled from a PS2 title. Still, other cutscenes cleverly use static images and voiceovers to deliver comic-book-style storytelling that better fits the game’s tone.
A Soundtrack That Grooves While You Crash
The music—surf rock, doo-wop, and sock-hop bangers—feels perfectly mismatched with the destruction on screen. This ironic contrast highlights the absurdity of the world, reinforcing how off-kilter everything is. It’s a fun twist that deepens both the humor and the atmosphere.
Surprisingly Strong Storytelling
Underneath the chaos lies a pulp mystery that pulls players in. Conspiracies slowly unfold. Character motivations deepen. And as Winston moves between cities, the game’s mechanics grow alongside its plot. It’s not high art, but it’s effective—delivering twists and tension while still letting you blow up half the city en route to your next package drop.
Yes, some serious scenes land awkwardly—especially when characters wax poetic about family right after you’ve run over several—but the themes of ambition and consequence resonate more than expected for a game that lets you deliver a sofa by crashing it through a library.
Final Verdict
Deliver At All Costs is equal parts destruction simulator and noir comedy. Whether you’re looking to laugh, crash, or solve a mystery with your foot on the gas pedal, this game delivers. It’s not flawless—repetitive missions and clunky cutscenes hold it back—but it’s inventive, hilarious, and surprisingly smart beneath its madness.
- Pros: Hilarious physics and destruction; tight vehicle controls; surprisingly strong story and pacing; stylish visuals and sound design.
- Cons: Repetitive mission structure; rough character animations in cutscenes; emotional tone occasionally clashes with gameplay.
Score: 8.5/10 – A chaotic delivery ride well worth the trip.
