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Project Gotham Racing (Xbox)

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Not Quite Gran Turismo

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2 Jun 27th, 2003 

5 Ciao members have rated this review on average: somewhat helpful

Advantages:
Great Graphics

Disadvantages:
Poor Gameplay

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andy537

andy537

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As an avid fan of racing games, on all platforms, I honestly expected PGR to better than it actually is.

The graphics and sound are stunning but the gameplay is extremely limited, even when all tracks and cars are unlocked. Frequently, you can be leading a race and get taken out by an over-zealous AI controlled car, which frequently use the side of your car as their brake!!!!

The game is very similar to the Midtown Madness concept that was originally released on PC but which is now making its way to Xbox with MM3. It seems a strange marketing ploy of Microsoft to focus on this type of game, as the tracks are very restrictive and not conducive to close racing. I much prefer the circuit racing experience of MotoGP for the Xbox or Gran Turismo for PS2 which require the user to learn how to drive the vehicles well whilst encouraging close racing.

All too often a race on PGR can end in the barriers through no fault of your own.

A highly flawed racing game that does not live up to the hype. It will be interesting to see what changes Microsoft make for PGR2 and MM3. 

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theman_uk_2k 27.06.2003 22:55

i feel there is a lot more to be said about PGR. having played it i find the kudos system quite satisfying. as a minimum i would recommend it gets a mention since it is the whole basis of the game, rather than being a racing sim. tell me if you update. ~Lee

Sbanshee 27.06.2003 22:13

Nicely crafted op. Welcome to Ciao :)

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