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Review of Beach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure on Nintendo Switch

by Chucky Chucky photo Mar 2021
Cover image of Beach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure on Switch
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 10 Mar 2021
Genre: Racing
Developer: Vector Unit
Publisher: Vector Unit

Introduction

Beach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure is like the 'Rage Against The Machine' of racing games, blending speed, power-ups, and an entire buffet of chaos. Released for the Nintendo Switch, it's your ticket to the wildest kart racing without having to wear a helmet (but maybe consider safety goggles). Get ready to dive into this vibrant world of beach buggies, beautifully animated characters, and power-ups that can flip a race faster than your grandma can flip pancakes.

Gameplay

The core mechanic revolves around racing on predominantly tropical terrains, but let’s be real, these aren’t just any tracks; they’re a mixture of heaven, hell, and that one friend who insists on picking the hardest course. Players collect coins along the course — an adequate distraction for when you're busy avoiding track hazards like trees, rocks, and other cars who also had coffee before the race. These coins are your golden ticket to car upgrades and new buggies. Fancy painting your car Hot Pink Zebra? Go for it. Want to unleash a swarm of lava-breathing turtles onto your enemies? Less feasible, but hey, you might get lucky. The game also features an infinite drive mechanic where you can 'race endlessly' and beat your own high score. Or, you know, just crash into everything and score a new personal best in destruction.

Graphics

Graphically, Beach Buggy Racing 2 delivers vibrant visuals that would make a unicorn cry with happiness. The colors are so bright and bold they probably need their own SPF. The varied locations range from tropical beaches filled with suspiciously smiling palm trees to rocky mountains that look like they’re about to throw shade. Characters are ludicrously cartoonish, and as you steer through glittering environments, you might feel slightly guilty about not having a camera to document your adventures — though friend requests to your followers may impede your time behind the wheel.

Conclusion

In summary, Beach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure offers a delightful and chaotic racing experience that embraces the spirit of fun over realism. For a game that combines cute, wacky characters and the thrill of chaotic pixelated speed, it's hard to resist a quick sprint to the finish line. While it doesn't reinvent the wheel (pun intended), it gives you the feel of racing while dodging children on the beach. If you're looking for a kart racer to fill those sandy boots, you could certainly do worse than this bouncy little offering. Just remember, no matter how far you drive, there’s always a chance you’ll drive straight into a virtual banana peel. 7 out of 10 — it’s like a mediocre margarita after a day at the beach: still refreshing, but you'd trade it for a better one if you could.

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