It's like Minecraft meets Sega Racers meets Mario Kart. And if you are astute, you'll notice some actual Sega racers here. 0:14, there's the Ferrari Testarossa from OutRun. 0:52, there's the Hornet from Daytona USA. 1:20, there's the Lancia from Sega Rally. 1:14, there's Formula 1 cars (Virtua Racing perhaps?). Also at 1:03, there's what looks like the Porsche from Chase HQ. There's also Lamborghinis and Corvettes...
Take a look at their website here. You can see what looks like the Ferrari Testarossa & F40, the Hornet, & the Lancia and Celica. I find that fascinating. Also, the Chase HQ car is coincidentally named "Chaser," HA!
As for the game itself, it looks very charming. Not brutal and absurd like Burnout or Split/Second. It has pit stops and "cop chases." The way the cars "shake" and slide back and forth when they drive is very Sega-esque. THESE GUYS must be Sega racing fans, I know it!!! GIVE THEM PROPS, PEOPLE!!!
The only bad news: it's only for the Nintendo Wii. I would get this in a heartbeat but I only have the Xbox 360. Also, I don't know how much customization there is...looks like you can design your own cars and tracks although I doubt you can do the former and the latter is questionable...
Download it from the Wii Store on July 14th. DO IT FOR GREAT JUSTICE. AT THIS POINT IN TIME, WE MUST STICK UP FOR ANYONE REPRESENTING SEGA'S GLORY DAYS!!!
I reviewed "3D Dot Game Heroes" in my blog, and I am reminded of the 3D old-school style just by looking at the first few pictures. It is pretty sad this is only for for WiiWare. Don't worry, though- I'm pretty sure some dedicated PC gaming fans will make (at least) their own modern racing game in the same vein at this one.
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awesome game man! i have to download it this wekend ! its perfect retro coolness!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for suggestion!! Downloaded.... Great Wiiware game!! Skid & Drift for ever!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you all like it!
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