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Review of ATV Offroad Fury on PlayStation 2

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Feb 2001
Cover image of ATV Offroad Fury on PS2
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PS2 PS2 logo
Released: 06 Feb 2001
Genre: Racing
Developer: Rainbow Studios
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Introduction

Welcome to the wild, roaring ride of 'ATV Offroad Fury' on the PS2, where you can abandon all road rules and start a riot on your all-terrain vehicle! Strap in and hold on tight, because there's mud to fly, jumps to make, and a few unfortunate souls you might send flying off their ATVs. It's like motocross, but with a whole extra layer of messy fun that your mom warned you about!

Gameplay

The gameplay in 'ATV Offroad Fury' is just as exhilarating as that first cup of coffee on a Monday morning-if that coffee also included a shot of adrenaline and a sprinkle of chaos. Players can select from 12 different types of ATVs to tear up 20 tracks that range from serene hillsides to the kind of mud pits that require a dentist after a visit. Your racing options are plentiful! Want to unleash your inner speed demon? Try the Single Race mode-just you, your ATV, and an urge to floor it. Or perhaps you're the sort who likes a challenge? Lap Attack will have you racing against the clock, while Practice mode allows you to hone those sweet tricks that will awe your friends and potentially embarrass your grandma. Besides speedy races, the Freestyle Mode lets players earn points with rad stunts. If 'do a backflip while pretending to dodge a cow' isn't on your bucket list, it should be by the end of this game. The stunts can be as ridiculously audacious as they sound, so also prepare for some epic 'faceplants.' But beware! The AI competitors aren't just there for decoration; they're ready to give you a run for your money. Just when you think you've found the ideal racing line, someone might just wipe you out like you owe them money! Welcome to racing, baby!

Graphics

Before we get too deep into graphics, let's take a moment to appreciate that in 2001, we were all amazed by pixels-but let's not get cozy with them. 'ATV Offroad Fury' presents some solid graphics for its time, with vibrant colors and surprisingly detailed environments-perfect for making your crash landings look even more spectacular! The framerate is as smooth as a buttered slide, allowing for exhilarating racing that won't leave you dizzy (too often). But, like that uncle at Thanksgiving dinner who insists he's still 'young,' you'll notice certain things that have aged. Let's just say there are textures that might remind you why life is about the journey, not just the graphics!

Conclusion

In summary, 'ATV Offroad Fury' is a high-octane, wild ride that doesn't just let you race-it makes you feel like a true daredevil! The mix of thrilling races, mind-blowing stunts, and mud-spattered fun means Sega and Nintendo need to step back for a moment, as the PS2 steals the show with this gem. It's got enough action to satisfy any adrenaline junkie and enough variety to make even your couch potato friends want to dig out their dusty old PS2 consoles. So, gear up, get your game face on, and prepare for some electrifying moments on your ATV. Just make sure to keep your rear end planted firmly in your chair rather than your friend's mud hole after a flip-the game's hard enough without you taking it literally!

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