Transworld Surf - Xbox
The waves look so realistic you wouldn't be surprised if your TV started dripping. You're out to conquer the ocean, and your living room is the beach! TransWorld Surf sets out to revolutionize our expectations for extreme surfing games much like Tony Hawk did for skateboarding. Grab your board and hit the waves in environments so real you can almost smell the sea air. The ten beaches are real-world locations as well. But for all this realism, the big fun comes when you defy reality by pulling some monster tricks and combos to unlock challenging new beaches. Advance your career by accomplishing such nature-friendly tasks as rescuing dolphins. This will keep up your karma rating, which should increase your luck on the waves. With so much attention to detail, TransWorld Surf really is the Tony Hawk of surfing games.
Transworld Surf was developed by Angel Studios, a game shop known for creating visually stunning outdoor environments. Thus, it's no surprise that this extreme surfing game excels graphically. The waves are realistic and detailed, and make extensive use of the Xbox's lighting and bump-mapping capabilities. All 10 of the game's locations have a distinct look that properly reflects the conditions in each area. Also lifelike are the player models and animations. The sound effects aren't nearly as remarkable as the graphics, but the music is great. The diverse soundtrack features tracks from Nebula, Dr. Onionskin, Cali Agents, Anti-Flag, and Sum 41. Best of all, players can program their own soundtrack from the Xbox hard drive. Game modes include free surf, single session, multiplayer, and pro tour. The first three modes are self-explanatory, while the last consists of objective-based levels and competitions with the pros. Although the controls are responsive, timing tricks and combos is initially difficult. Unlike in skateboarding and BMX games, the player has to master each trick's timing while worrying about a constantly moving environment. While it may be too daunting for beginners, this is a deep and rewarding game that's a joy to behold. It's to surfing games what Tony Hawk's Pro Skater is to skateboarding games. --Raymond M. Padilla Pros: - Amazing graphics
- Responsive controls
- Good variety of surfers, beaches, and music tracks
Cons:- Relatively steep learning curve
- Hackneyed level objectives
- Middling sound effects
Transworld Surf allows you to use the moves that made guys like Taj Burrow, Andy Irons, and Shane Dorian famous. You'll pull off massive airs, blazing tailslides, and hundreds of other mind-numbing tricks. You will drop into 20 of the world's sweetest breaks and experience incredibly realistic water. Transport yourself to internationally renowned surf locales including Hossegor, Fort Point, and Tavarua. You can also learn how the pros do it by watching real surf videos. You can create your own soundtrack with the 50-plus music tracks. Hitch a ride with the Reef Girls, watch out for the hungry sharks, and remember to save your best moves for the Transworld photographers who just may put you on the cover of Transworld Surf in the game. Precise and intuitive controls amplify your trick styles. Easy pick-up-and-play controls and the dynamic surf cam get you right in the action.
Transworld Surf - Xbox Accessories
|
