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It's a big possibility that some players (especially Burnout fans) might not enjoy Burnout Paradise's big change in direction. Paradise is anything but a negative change, and while it be a disappointing experience for some, most will likely appreciate what a radical overhaul this game really is. The open-world design isn't just a lazy gimmick it's a wonderfully executed concept that doesn't rob the game of the series' most beloved act of driving fast and wrecking hard. The Burnout Paradise demo and formed a rather negative opinion of the game. But if you have any affection for the series, you really owe it to yourself to give the full game a look. The demo did little to truly represent what a superbly fun racer this game can be.
It doesn't live up to its action-packed predecessor in Most Wanted. It does have improved graphics, a cool auto-sculpt system, and a different progression system. Looking back it's a decent sequel to Most Wanted, but in the modern day it's the mods made by dedicated fans that kept this game alive. Specifically the REDUX mod and the Battle Royale mod, two heavy-hitting mods made by the fans have re-injected life into this game, and it was one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had. It made me love Need for Speed: Carbon so much than I ever had before.
Need for Speed: Most Wanted - A Criterion Game is one example of a game that's considered to be in the 'disappointing' camp by many. Thanks to hindsight and several other factors, though, the game is arguably an underrated experience that has been recently re-evaluated. Almost no one gives this game attention it deserved back in 2012, where everyone (including me) thought it would be a sequel to the 2005 classic, but it wasn't. It was a sequel to Burnout Paradise, it was title that re-used the 'Most Wanted' name and fans have never forgiven it. Fans of the series ignored this game, until around 2022 (a full decade later). It's still the best online multi-player experience Need for Speed has ever had. I'm so happy we can all look back on this game as a misunderstood classic.
Criterion's reboot of one of the most popular games in the Need for Speed series. The game features Racer versus Cop gameplay and can be played from either perspective at any time. Hot Pursuit has some of the best online play that the Need For Speed series has ever seen. Though I occasionally felt like I was fighting the front-end UI to get it to tell me which events I should be trying next, the gameplay offers just enough variety to work well in short bursts and the online modes are terrific fun that could keep you coming back for a while as you strive to gain levels and get a better, longer spike strip.
The most underrated game of the 7th generation. Bizarre Creations are no strangers to great racing experiences. Metropolis Racer, Project Gotham, and lastly Blue. The mix of strategy-based power-ups, load-out menus, and largely varied challenges really make this game a must for all car combat fans and arcade racing fans in general. I don't even care if people say it is "unrealistic" or "cartoony", because I love its intensity and pace. It's just a shame that it didn't sell well at all. Of all of the companies that closed their doors in the 2010's. Bizarre Creations hurt the most.
Mirror's Edge has quite the learning curve to get over but once I got past it, it was a journey I will never forget. This was something so unlike Electronic Arts, this felt experimental (if that's the right word) and it's something lacking in EA today. When you get used to the controls running from point A to point B is a thrilling experience. Sadly 2015's Mirror's Edge: Catalyst didn't recapture this feeling for me. I'll always have the first Mirror's Edge game for my parkour fix whenever I need it.
I waited too damn long for a good Wrestling game on Xbox. It was worth the wait. There’s no question about it. WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2007 definitely hits the mat with some great improvements, but it’s still predominantly the same game you’ve been playing for the last few years. Albeit, a shinier, flashier version.
I was skeptical at first. I didn't know what I was walking into before I played Forza Horizon but now I know. It's one of the best driving experiences I have ever had in a video game. I was angry after playing the massively disappointing Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012). I was just in pure disgust and heartbreak and I needed a good driving game to take the bad taste out of my mouth, so Forza Horizon came to my rescue. In my time of heartbreak Playground Games have crafted a (dare I say) almost perfect game. Everything about Forza Horizon just flowed beautifully together and they formed a wonderful spin-off franchise from the Motorsport series.
One of the best racing games of the 7th generation - the atmosphere, soundtrack, and customisation are still second to none. Its a brilliant game. Its Rockstars real version of LA from GTA with time based traffic and day and night cycle. You start out with a cheap ride and have to win races to get better cars. In between races you drive about and can challenge other racers. You can customise your car, create your own races and listen to the radio. The racing is frenetic through the traffic, sometimes its a little quieter in midday but in rush hour it's crazy. theres also police about.
It's such a shame the this game (and it's predecessor) are dubbed as "GTA clones" they're much more than that. Saints Row 2 is wickedly fun. pure, unadulterated fun, Saints Row 2 is in a league of its own. There are some serious technical flaws, but once you notice what this game has to offer it won't be hard to look past its technical flaws. The customisation, the lively world, the excellent gameplay, all the things you can unlock and discover. It's such a same this game had to release in the same year as Grand Theft Auto IV.