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Ridge Racer

The nitrous boosting racing game everybody knows and loves is now available on the Sony PSP. Scorch some asphalt in 24 circuits of breakneck speed and exhilaration – that’s all that stands between you and glory. Beat the clock in Time Attack Mode or test your racing skills against up to 8 players in WiFi compatible Wireless Battle Mode. Drive in style and rise through the ranks to unlock hidden bonuses in World Tour Mode. Features popular racecourses from arcade classic Rave Racer and the entire Ridge Racer series — old favorites like Seaside Route 765, Crimsonrock Pass and Greenpeak Highlands.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Great game with great replay value
A friend of mine had this game on PSP and it is what got me to buy the system in the first place. I have never played any other incarnations of this game so this PSP version was fresh for me. The graphics are great and very detailed. The challenge of the game progresses as you get to be a better player. That’s what keeps players like myself coming back to the game. You advance through novice courses into expert courses and on to one on one challenges with rival drivers/cars. There may only be 24 tracks to race but the mix of the six different classes of cars gives you the chance to try new things on each of the courses.

The only drawback I have noticed on this game is that the reward system is cheesy and not very well designed. After completing ALL of the basic and expert races you are rewarded with “The End Credits!” Woohoo! The other awards are just as lame with design drawings and earlier generation game credits as awards.

I’ve started the whole game over several times and always get a kick out of advancing in the courses. I’ve enjoyed this game and would encourage others to give it a shot.

5 Stars Excellent racing title
One of the best racers to date for the PSP. A lot of fun and a lot of tracks. Use 1st person view, it’s much better.

5 Stars GET IT.
This is poetry and love stories in motion. When ever I am drifting around corners in this game while listening to the music, I feel like I am dancing with a car moving at 200 mph.

If you are looking for a reason to own a PSP, Ridge Racer is enough reason. It definitely shows the world that the PSP is going to challenge the Nintendo DS for the #1 spot…..I personally believe it will dominate.

5 Stars Very good racing arcade
I start by saying that even though I love racing games, I pretty much s*ck at them. That doesn’t stop me from trying many racing games from the hard core Grand Turismo titles, to more accessible Need for Speed. I dont know why I have not tried any Ridge Racer title before. I guess I was put off by most people saying that it is not very accurate driving.

Well, I tried this title now that is price is low and found it a hoot. I loved the sense of speed I get from the game. it is very easy to get started, but it does get harder as you go.

It is not a racing sim, even though, you are driving a car, the physics is very loose. You will enter drift very easy. I guess the mechanics is there for you to hone in you timing and control manuevers to achieve maximum speed. One minor flaw of this is that when you dont pull the drift right, you car never flips around 180 degrees. Another thing is that you can hit the wall and bounce off it with little penalty. This breaks the realism until you accept, again, that this is not a racing sim but an arcade racing game.

The graphics are very good looking for a first generation psp game. You will see some jaggies, which I’ve read is the usual problems of RR series games. But they are not distracting since you are moving very fast. The music is ok, not my cup of tea.

The only thing that could improve the game would be the ability to customize your ride like others games do. But in this case, you win races to unlock cars that are faster than the one you got right now. Oh yeah, you wont see any brand name of cars that you would recognize, no mazdas, nissans, etc. Instead you will get some made up over top brand names. So you car will resemble some mutation of a ferrari, viper, etc. Nothing you will recognize. and yet, the cars are good looking.

At the bargain price this game is, it is sure recommendation.

5 Stars played many times.
have beat it and deleted my saved settings,and played to beat it again and again.

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Sonic Rivals

Sonic Rivals is intense gaming action where a friendly competition turns serious! What starts as a friendly competition between Sonic and Knuckles quickly intensifies as Shadow and other rivals jump into the action. Sonic Rivals allows gamers to utilize boost moves and power-ups to trip, shove, and vault over each other while hurtling towards the finish line at breakneck speeds. Players will negotiate wildly twisting 3D tracks while avoiding the insidious Dr. Eggman and his myriad of hazardous traps and contraptions. Gamers can play as one of four different characters from the Sonic Universe, each with separate fast and winding storylines. 4 characters, 4 different storylines – Select Sonic or one of his rivals and play through each of their story through fast and winding stages Extensive reward system based on card-collecting – Enhance your character’s various skills through character customization WiFi connectivity – Wager trading cards for various multiplayer challenges

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars hack link
Gone are the days of using your intellect and mastery of the controls to get through the map. Now, you hang on and I guess if its summertime and you are 10, you play over and over to learn the map thoroughly. The best thing about the original Sonic on Genesis was the imagination inventing puzzles and bosses. Now, the levels are stunningly pretty, and you go fast, and the bosses suck and the control is not trustworthy. I won’t play anything where I can’t control the character because the system is too busy doing something else, which begs the question : It’s 2d, why is it so hard to

5 Stars Great Price and Wonderful Game
I received this game in perfect condition. I play it as well as my grandsons. I would recommend this game to anyone

3 Stars fun if running is all you’re looking for
i’m a huge sonic fan so i’ll buy any game i can, provided i have the console to play it. when i saw one copy of sonic rivals at kmart, i had to buy it. my favorite thing about sonic games was running fast. not looking for emeralds, or shooting targets, but running. and that’s really all you get out of this game. as mentioned by past reviewers, the story mode is useless, it’s basically the same for every character, and it doesn’t make a whole lot of sense to begin with. after you’ve done all the story modes you get a chance to collect cards, which in turn gets you different suits, racing cups, etc. but having to play through the levels over and over again does get very boring, even if you do like running. the levels have different paths you can take so as to change it up a bit, but if you press the wrong button each time, you’re stuck going through the same path every time. the levels also have a lot of pitfalls, literally. you have to memorize where they are, otherwise you fall and you die. and then your opponent wins. and then you have to play the level over again. so if you like the running aspect of sonic games and not much else, then this game is fun for a week or two. but i would recommend buying a used copy. a new one at $20 isn’t worth it.

1 Star Sonic Rivals not fun
Older guy rating a kids game so consider that with my review. But, I didn’t get this game at all. So, this one’s for kids only.

3 Stars its ok
i bought this game thinking that it’d be like the sonic from back in the day, but its not. so i guess you could say i’m a little bummed but its my fault for not researching well enough

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Ridge Racer

The nitrous boosting racing game everybody knows and loves is now available on the Sony PSP. Scorch some asphalt in 24 circuits of breakneck speed and exhilaration – that’s all that stands between you and glory. Beat the clock in Time Attack Mode or test your racing skills against up to 8 players in WiFi compatible Wireless Battle Mode. Drive in style and rise through the ranks to unlock hidden bonuses in World Tour Mode. Features popular racecourses from arcade classic Rave Racer and the entire Ridge Racer series — old favorites like Seaside Route 765, Crimsonrock Pass and Greenpeak Highlands.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Great game with great replay value
A friend of mine had this game on PSP and it is what got me to buy the system in the first place. I have never played any other incarnations of this game so this PSP version was fresh for me. The graphics are great and very detailed. The challenge of the game progresses as you get to be a better player. That’s what keeps players like myself coming back to the game. You advance through novice courses into expert courses and on to one on one challenges with rival drivers/cars. There may only be 24 tracks to race but the mix of the six different classes of cars gives you the chance to try new things on each of the courses.

The only drawback I have noticed on this game is that the reward system is cheesy and not very well designed. After completing ALL of the basic and expert races you are rewarded with “The End Credits!” Woohoo! The other awards are just as lame with design drawings and earlier generation game credits as awards.

I’ve started the whole game over several times and always get a kick out of advancing in the courses. I’ve enjoyed this game and would encourage others to give it a shot.

5 Stars Excellent racing title
One of the best racers to date for the PSP. A lot of fun and a lot of tracks. Use 1st person view, it’s much better.

5 Stars GET IT.
This is poetry and love stories in motion. When ever I am drifting around corners in this game while listening to the music, I feel like I am dancing with a car moving at 200 mph.

If you are looking for a reason to own a PSP, Ridge Racer is enough reason. It definitely shows the world that the PSP is going to challenge the Nintendo DS for the #1 spot…..I personally believe it will dominate.

5 Stars Very good racing arcade
I start by saying that even though I love racing games, I pretty much s*ck at them. That doesn’t stop me from trying many racing games from the hard core Grand Turismo titles, to more accessible Need for Speed. I dont know why I have not tried any Ridge Racer title before. I guess I was put off by most people saying that it is not very accurate driving.

Well, I tried this title now that is price is low and found it a hoot. I loved the sense of speed I get from the game. it is very easy to get started, but it does get harder as you go.

It is not a racing sim, even though, you are driving a car, the physics is very loose. You will enter drift very easy. I guess the mechanics is there for you to hone in you timing and control manuevers to achieve maximum speed. One minor flaw of this is that when you dont pull the drift right, you car never flips around 180 degrees. Another thing is that you can hit the wall and bounce off it with little penalty. This breaks the realism until you accept, again, that this is not a racing sim but an arcade racing game.

The graphics are very good looking for a first generation psp game. You will see some jaggies, which I’ve read is the usual problems of RR series games. But they are not distracting since you are moving very fast. The music is ok, not my cup of tea.

The only thing that could improve the game would be the ability to customize your ride like others games do. But in this case, you win races to unlock cars that are faster than the one you got right now. Oh yeah, you wont see any brand name of cars that you would recognize, no mazdas, nissans, etc. Instead you will get some made up over top brand names. So you car will resemble some mutation of a ferrari, viper, etc. Nothing you will recognize. and yet, the cars are good looking.

At the bargain price this game is, it is sure recommendation.

5 Stars played many times.
have beat it and deleted my saved settings,and played to beat it again and again.

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Sonic Rivals

Sonic Rivals is intense gaming action where a friendly competition turns serious! What starts as a friendly competition between Sonic and Knuckles quickly intensifies as Shadow and other rivals jump into the action. Sonic Rivals allows gamers to utilize boost moves and power-ups to trip, shove, and vault over each other while hurtling towards the finish line at breakneck speeds. Players will negotiate wildly twisting 3D tracks while avoiding the insidious Dr. Eggman and his myriad of hazardous traps and contraptions. Gamers can play as one of four different characters from the Sonic Universe, each with separate fast and winding storylines. 4 characters, 4 different storylines – Select Sonic or one of his rivals and play through each of their story through fast and winding stages Extensive reward system based on card-collecting – Enhance your character’s various skills through character customization WiFi connectivity – Wager trading cards for various multiplayer challenges

User Ratings and Reviews

2 Stars It’s the same old Sonic
I’ve never liked Sonic very much. However, when got this game from my wife I decided to give a try. Well, for me it is still not so fun as playing Mario or CTR (Crash Team Race). So, I don’t recommend it.

3 Stars NOT THE BEST, BUT GOOD
OK AT FIRST BUT GETS BORING AFTER A FEW RACES.

3 Stars its ok
i bought this game thinking that it’d be like the sonic from back in the day, but its not. so i guess you could say i’m a little bummed but its my fault for not researching well enough

4 Stars Always fun!
Not much to say, I used to play on the old version of Sonic and this one is just as fun.

5 Stars Very fascinating
It definately keeps you entertained, and it is oh so colorful, awesome graphics!

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NBA Live 09

NBA LIVE 09 is back. It rewrites the book on authenticity and connectivity – but is still accessible enough for new users. Dynamic DNA emulates – with absolute precision – an NBA player in every sense of the word. NBA LIVE 365 takes the statistical data of Dynamic DNA and brings it to life. Just like the real NBA game, players get injured, free agents sign late, great players go cold and no-names break through.

Player DNA Progression – see the progress and changes to any player’s DNA after an NBA LIVE 365 update Player Tendencies – the percentage a player drives left, right or shoots from each spot on the floor Lockdown Control – risk reward system FIBA Expanded – compete in an international tournament using authentic FIBA rosters and a choice of 24 teams Pick and Roll Control – control both the ball handler and the screener 5 vs. 5 Online Team Play – All 10 players on the court can now be controlled by users on 10 different consoles around the world Signature Playcalling – pushes on-court visualization to guide you through the play Online Leagues 2.0 – Create your own league with drafting, trades and a custom playoff format NBA Academy – hone your skills Create your own highlight reel then upload it to EA SPORTS World Quickstrike AnkleBreakers – Force your defender to step up and guess what you’ll do next On the cover – Tony Parker – In his 7 NBA seasons, the 26 year old is a two-time NBA All-Star, has 3 NBA championships and was named the 2007 NBA Finals MVP

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