Platform: GameCube/ PS2/ Xbox

Date: 2/21/06 (US)

Rating: E

Review

   -Replay 8/10

     -I say if you are ever in the mood of a race, this is the game that you can

       do it with, so replay is definitely there.

   -Fun: 9/10

     -This game was fun, racing fast and pulling off tricks and hitting the

       shortcuts. Only reason it doesn’t get a 10/10 is because unless you

       take the time to look up how to do the special tricks and long/high

       jump, beating the levels can mean a lot of reseting and it can get

       frusterating.

   -Intensity: 9/10

     -VERY fast, timing, air conservation, and other factors all go through your

       mind at the same time. Palms can get sweaty, pupils will dilate,

       and you will get an adrenaline rush.

   -Mind Challanging: 5/10

     -Only challenge really is in figuring out the shortcuts, the rest is instinct

       and fast reactions.

   -User Friendly: 6/10

     -You need reaction speed to play this, and some users who haven’t

       developed this may find this game very difficult. Good news is

       that playing the other Sonic games gets you in-tune to your speed

       reactions.

   -Overall: 9/10

     -I like this game a lot. The missions on it make up for the small storyline

       play, and fun to race around and get the adrenaline pumping.

Playable Characters:

Sonic

Tails

Knuckles

Jet

Wave

Storm

Many unlockable characters

Back Cover Description: Sonic takes on Dr. Eggman’s call for the fastest air-rider at the World Grand Prix. Compete against new rivals – the Bablon Rouges – as you pull off insane tricks nad catch massive air. Think you got what it takes?

Game Highlights:

Unique tracks for both story modes (16 in all)

Unlockable and buyable gear

Fast pace action

Nice Racing system

Mission Mode

Game Length: Unknown as I haven’t totally beaten it.

Comments: One of the first games to have some video with some extremely realistic graphics (which are like normal gameplay for the upcoming Sonic 15 th anniversary for Xbox 360 and PS3). This game joins in with the Sonic racing games of Sonic R, Sonic Drift 1&2, and the likes. Very nice features and a unique storyline. It looks intense, and it is intense.

Levels: All the levels can be played by speed, flying, or power. Each features shortcuts for every type. But let me say, that the shortcuts in the levels are unique and very ingenious.

Should I Buy it? Oh yeah, it may not be as long for the story (although the missions extend the gameplay a lot) it’s definitely fun to race around and just look good doing it. If you aren’t as big of a Sonic fan, this game could be considered a rentable one, but if you want to do the missions to totally beat it, it’s a must buy.