May Summer Car is not just a simulator of driving on Finnish roads in self-assembled cars, but a whole world with unique physics, humor and... the opportunity to drink beer right behind the wheel. But how does this work in practice? Is it possible to drink uncontrollably, or will the game punish a drunk driver? And most importantly, how does this affect the gameplay and your virtual machine?
In this article we will look at all the nuances: from the mechanics of drinking alcohol in the game to the consequences for driving a car. You will learn how to balance between fun and responsibility, what bugs may arise, and why the Finnish police in the game are not as strict as in real life. Also, how to use beer to get through difficult areas (yes, it's possible!).
Mechanics of drinking beer in May Summer Car
B May Summer Car beer is not just an element of the atmosphere, but a full-fledged gaming mechanism. To drink you need:
- Buy beer in a store (usually
K-MarketorS-Market). - Place the bottle in the car's inventory (open the trunk with the
B). - Get in the car and press
Eto interact with the bottle.
After this, the character will open the beer and start drinking. Important: the process is not instantaneous - you will have to wait a few seconds until the bottle is empty. During this time, you can continue driving, but driving the car becomes more difficult.
Interesting fact: there are several types of beer in the game - from light Lapin Kulta to a stronger one Karhu. The stronger the drink, the stronger the effects of intoxication. But the price is higher: a bottle Karhu will cost 2.5€, whereas Lapin Kulta - just in 1.8€.
Consequences of intoxication: how beer affects control
After drinking beer, you will immediately feel the changes:
- 🔄 Camera rocking — the screen begins to “float” slightly, simulating dizziness.
- 🚗 Deterioration of control — the car obeys the steering wheel worse, especially at high speeds.
- 👮 Police attention - If you are stopped by a patrol, the chance of getting a fine for drunkenness increases.
- 💥 Risk of accidents — the braking distance increases, and the reaction to obstacles slows down.
But there are also advantages! For example, in a state of slight intoxication, some players note that the car “feels” the road better on gravel sections. This is not an official mechanic, but rather a psychological effect - the game becomes more fun, and the driver is less fixated on the ideal trajectory.
Critical moment: if you drink 3+ bottles in a row, the character may pass out while driving. The car will continue to move by inertia until it crashes into something or stalls. This is the only time in the game where beer causes instant loss (except for fines).
Pull to the side of the road and wait 5 minutes (the effect wears off over time)|
Drink coffee (bought in the same stores)|
Save and reload the game (if the situation is critical)|
Try to get home at minimum speed -->
Police and fines: is it possible to drink with impunity?
B May Summer Car The police react to drunk drivers, but not as strictly as in real Finland. Here's how it works:
| Intoxication level | Chance of being stopped by the police | Possible fine | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bottle | Low (10-20%) | 20-50€ |
Warning |
| 2 bottles | Average (40-60%) | 100-200€ |
Confiscation of rights for 1 game day |
| 3+ bottles | High (80-90%) | 300€+ |
Arrest for 3 game hours or car confiscation |
Important: the police appear randomly in the game, but patrol the tracks more often E75 and E18. If you are drunk, it is better to avoid these roads or drive along forest paths (although they have their own dangers - potholes and wild animals).
⚠️ Attention: If you are caught with an open bottle of beer in your hand (even if you are not drinking), you will automatically be fined 150€. Always put the bottle in the trunk after drinking!
Life hacks: how to drink beer and not lose your car
Experienced players have found several ways to minimize risks:
- 🍺 Drink in the parking lot - if you drink without moving, the effect of intoxication will go away in 3-4 minutes, and the police will not notice you.
- ☕ Coffee as an antidote - drunk a cup of coffee (
1.5€in a store) reduces the level of intoxication by 50%. But it only works once per game day. - 🚜 Use a tractor - on Valmet 802 or Valtra T191 The police are less likely to stop you, even if you are drunk. The speed is low, but there are fewer fines.
- 🌲 Drive along forest roads — there are no police there, but you can run into a moose. But that's another story.
Another secret: if you drink beer before race against time (for example, in mode Rally), then due to the rocking of the camera it will be more difficult to control the car, but the adrenaline will rise! Some players specifically drink before races to make things more difficult for themselves.
If you urgently need to sober up, save the game, close it and load the save after 10 minutes of real time. The intoxication effect will be reset, but this can be considered cheating.
Bugs and glitches related to beer
Like any element of the game, the beer mechanics are not perfect. Here are the most common bugs:
- 🐛 Endless drinking - sometimes the effect of intoxication does not reset even after sleep. It can be cured by restarting the game.
- 🚔 Police stop a sober man - If you drink beer and then get out of the car and get back in again, the police can fine you for drunkenness, even if you have already sobered up.
- 🍻 Disappearing bottles — if you quickly open/close the trunk, beer may disappear from your inventory.
- 💤 Eternal sleep — if you fall asleep drunk in a car, your character may sleep through several in-game days in a row.
Some bugs can be used to your advantage. For example, if you quickly drink a bottle and immediately save, the intoxication effect sometimes does not apply. But this does not always work - developers periodically fix such loopholes.
⚠️ Attention: If the game crashes while drinking beer, your save may become corrupted. Always make a backup before experimenting with alcohol in May Summer Car!
Reality vs game: what does real drunk driving have in common?
Although May Summer Car is a simulator, some aspects of drunk driving are conveyed realistically:
- ⏱️ Slow response — in the game, as in reality, the braking distance increases.
- 👀 Tunnel vision - Intoxication narrows the view, making it more difficult for the player to notice pedestrians or signs.
- 🚨 Increased risk of accidents — statistics show that drunk drivers in the game get into accidents 3 times more often.
However, there are key differences:
- 🚓 In reality, the police check alcohol with a tester, but in the game - by chance.
- 💰 Fines in Finland for drunkenness start from
1000€, not from20€. - 🚑 There are no health consequences in the game, whereas in reality, drunk driving is one of the main causes of fatal accidents.
Developers May Summer Car They deliberately made the beer mechanics “softer” so as not to promote dangerous behavior. But even in the game it’s better not to get carried away - after all, losing a virtual machine is also a shame!
The beer at May Summer Car is part of the atmosphere, not a call for actual drinking and driving. There is no blood, pain or tragedy in the game - only fines and funny falls.
Beer Alternatives: Other Ways to Have Fun in the Game
If you're tired of drinking beer, May Summer Car There are other entertainments:
- 🎵 Radio tape recorder - you can listen to Finnish radio (
Radio Suomi) or connect your music. - 🍔 Food - hamburgers and hot dogs in
Hesburgerrestore energy, but do not affect control. - 🎮 Mini games — in some bars you can play darts or billiards.
- 🚗 Tuning — improving your car is as distracting as alcohol!
And also in the game there is sauna — if your character is tired of the roads, you can relax and take a steam bath. This does not affect the gameplay, but adds realism.
If you need adrenaline without alcohol, try:
- 🏁 Participate in illegal races (
Street Race). - 🚜 Transport goods for a while (mode
Trucking). - 🌊 Drive on a frozen lake (but be careful - the ice may crack!).
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about beer in May Summer Car
Is it possible to drink beer on a motorcycle or bicycle?
No, the drinking mechanics only work in cars. On a motorcycle (Honda CT90) or you can’t drink beer while cycling - button E It just doesn't work.
What happens if you drink beer and smoke at the same time (Tabacco)?
The effects are cumulative: intoxication increases, and the smoking animation slows down. But this does not give any additional bonuses (or penalties). But it looks very Finnish!
Is it possible to sell beer in the game?
No, there are no mechanics for reselling alcohol. Beer can only be bought and drunk. But if you leave the bottle in the trunk and sell the car, the beer will disappear with it.
Does the game have non-alcoholic beer?
Yes, some stores sell it 0.0% Olvi, but it does not give the effects of intoxication. But cheaper - just 1.2€ per bottle.
Is it possible to treat a passenger to beer?
No, passengers in May Summer Car do not interact with inventory. They may only sit and sometimes comment on your driving (especially if you crash into something).
Now you know everything about beer in May Summer Car - from mechanics to life hacks. The main rule: don’t get carried away, even in the virtual world! And if you want a real drive, try to beat the game on Satsuma without a single bottle of beer. This is a real challenge!