Games Database
GBA
Racing
| Viewed: | 3D Third person, into the screen | Genre: | Racing |
| Arcade origin: | No | ||
| Developer: | Griptonite Games | Soft. Co.: | Bandai |
| Publishers: | Atari
(GB) |
Released: | 30 Apr 2004
(GB) |
| Ratings: | PEGI 3+ | ||
| Connectivity: | Link Cable | ||
Summary
Ever since Mario Kart first introduced the concept of 'favourite cutesy characters in light-hearted racing game' there have, rather understandably, been a fair few clones to hit the shelves. Crash Bandicoot and friends, Bomberman, the Muppets, and the Diddy Kong crew have all borrowed elements from the Nintendo racer and given us their own take on the genre. Well, the latest franchise to jump on the power-sliding, weapon-equipped bandwagon in Digimon.
Digimon Racing, then, as you'd expect, brings a host of your favourite characters from Bandai's answer to Pokemon and pits them against each other in a bout of fun-filled racing across the usual assortment of exotic locations. There are more than 15 Digimon to choose between/face off against - some of them locked to begin with - including the likes of Salamon, Tentomon, Agumon, and Palmon.
The game sports quite a wide variety of different modes, the completion of which enables you to unlock extra characters and the like. These include the mandatory selection of Cup Race, Single Race and Time Trial, as well as a rather novel element called Boss Challenge. As its title suggests, this sees you face up to a giant monster boss and try and take it down using an assortment of projectiles.
One particular notable feature in Digimon Racing is to be found in its power-slide manoeuvre. In similar vein to the original Mario Kart, a power-slide also gives you a little jump. But here it's much more emphasised and, as well as allowing you to conquer the many holes and gaps that appear throughout each level, it also enables you to jump on your opponents, thus stunning them and gaining those much needed extra yards.
While on the surface, Digimon Racing may just appear to be yet another licensed property cashing in on a popular genre, underneath it is actually a very competent racer. Granted, it does 'borrow' most of its core gameplay elements, but it also introduces a couple of new features and, with the inclusion of all your favourite Digimon, is certainly worth a look.
Digimon Racing, then, as you'd expect, brings a host of your favourite characters from Bandai's answer to Pokemon and pits them against each other in a bout of fun-filled racing across the usual assortment of exotic locations. There are more than 15 Digimon to choose between/face off against - some of them locked to begin with - including the likes of Salamon, Tentomon, Agumon, and Palmon.
The game sports quite a wide variety of different modes, the completion of which enables you to unlock extra characters and the like. These include the mandatory selection of Cup Race, Single Race and Time Trial, as well as a rather novel element called Boss Challenge. As its title suggests, this sees you face up to a giant monster boss and try and take it down using an assortment of projectiles.
One particular notable feature in Digimon Racing is to be found in its power-slide manoeuvre. In similar vein to the original Mario Kart, a power-slide also gives you a little jump. But here it's much more emphasised and, as well as allowing you to conquer the many holes and gaps that appear throughout each level, it also enables you to jump on your opponents, thus stunning them and gaining those much needed extra yards.
While on the surface, Digimon Racing may just appear to be yet another licensed property cashing in on a popular genre, underneath it is actually a very competent racer. Granted, it does 'borrow' most of its core gameplay elements, but it also introduces a couple of new features and, with the inclusion of all your favourite Digimon, is certainly worth a look.
