Heart Drive

As a prototype, Heart Drive impresses with a clear creative vision and a successful blend of gameplay mechanics and narrative. The focus is on a group of protagonists of equal standing, whilst driving and fishing interact surprisingly naturally within a dynamic chase mechanic. The island world, with its mix of magic, technology and traces of a bygone civilisation, provides an atmospheric setting for this. The 70s/80s vibe – from the Citroën 2CV to the reel-shaped fish reminiscent of magnetic tapes, right through to the deliberately minimalist, VHS-inspired UI – gives the game its own distinctive character. Even in the prototype, the controls, game loop and audiovisual design mesh seamlessly, clearly demonstrating the potential of this concept.

The DCP Jury, March 2026