Rev your engines, folks! Welcome to the world of dirt bikes, tracks that defy physics, and enough jumps to make a kangaroo feel inadequate. 'Jeremy McGrath Supercross 2000' brings the motocross mayhem straight to your living room, allowing you to channel your inner racing demon while reminding you that sometimes it's easier to just play Mario Kart instead.
The game features a selection of eight stadium tracks and outdoor tracks. You'll tear through dirt and mud, perform flips that would make a gymnastics coach weep, and possibly spend a ludicrous amount of time trying to find that elusive perfect cornering technique. Unlocking these tracks will be like trying to find a needle in a haystack, but don't you worry; more tracks mean more chances to eat dirt-literally. This game even features a stunt mode for those who fancy themselves as the Evel Knievel of the PlayStation era, enabling you to perform tricks that the laws of physics likely disapprove of. But hey, as they say: 'If it looks crazy, it's probably worth it!' This is where skill kicks in; the more you master your jumps and flips, the less time you'll spend in the virtual hospital. A balance of acceleration, braking, and timing is needed, which can make you feel like a motocross maestro or leave you questioning your entire existence as a gamer as you awkwardly crash into the walls (constantly).
Graphics-wise, let's just say that 'Supercross 2000' is a bit like your uncle's old pickup truck-perfectly functional but a few paint jobs away from being impressive. The character models look grim, the environments scream 'late 90s', and the backgrounds seem to be running on outdated graphics cards (because they probably are). The dirt might seem realistic, but the game had enough of a budget to ensure that the mud looked like it was just a layer of chocolate pudding, enticing you to want to jump right in-until you crash and it suddenly becomes your worst nightmare. Besides, who doesn't love a good explosion of pixelated mud when you wipe out?
Despite its notable difficulty and slippery controls that challenge even the most patient gamers, 'Jeremy McGrath Supercross 2000' has a certain charm. It's an experience filled with near misses, frustrating moments, and the occasional triumphant finish that makes all that mud-splashing and wall-crashing worthwhile. If you're the stubborn type who finds joy in torturing yourself for the sake of turbo-speed excellence, then this game is definitely for you. Just pack your sense of humor, a few extra controllers (you'll need them), and train your thumbs for what is undoubtedly some of the most exhilarating, if not frustrating, gameplay around. So, get ready to unleash your inner motocross maniac. You may not always land on your feet (or tires), but you'll certainly have a laugh! 5/10-May need a few more tracks before you think about becoming a pro!