Micro Machines V4

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Publisher: Codemasters

Platform: DS

Category: Racing

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Release Date: 05/01/2007

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Number of Players: 1-2

Micro Machines V4 Description

Micro Machines makes a welcome return to game screens in Micro Machines V4 from Codemasters. With a number of hit titles through the 1990s, the lovable little vehicles are back in a new game that delivers a real return to Micro Machines' all-action, racing gameplay, suitable for all ages. Micro Machines V4 is packed with a huge amount of fun racing in miniature, complete with 25 explosive weapon power-ups, such as the car-mounted giant hammer and plasma gun. There are 750 vehicles from 25 different classes to choose from, including sports cars, street cars, off-roaders, low riders and muscle cars. Each car has distinct performance abilities and no two cars are ever the same. Get ready to race these miniature motors on the craziest tracks, where everyday household objects appear immense in size and can become dangerous hazards. Fans of classic Micro Machines games will be happy to know that some of the series' most popular racing arenas return - tear through the kitchen, spin around the breakfast table, race around the pool table or put your foot down around the rim of the bath. As well as familiar environments from previous titles in the franchise, Micro Machines V4 goes beyond the house and offers gamers the chance to race across house roofs, through supermarkets, museums and even down to a farmyard. Micro Machines V4 offers multiplayer and single player game modes with practice, battle and tournament challenges. There is also a track editor that allows gamers to choose their own route through selected environments then challenge friends to hit the race track.

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Reviewed by: krog	Date: 05/02/2007	Rating:
In a strange way, this is probably my favourite version of Micro Machines, but it also fails to leave a lasting impression. The gameplay is good, but the execution of that gameplay, along with near cast-iron AI, makes for a very frustrating experience. It could have been a real killer app for the DS, but sadly, it falls short of the mark in terms of any fun factor. Its a shame really, because the DS could do with a fun racer to compete with Mario Kart and the upcoming Diddy Kong Racing. Must try harder for v5 !

Features

Engage in madcap competition racing with your micro motors on the wildest tracks around your house, garden and beyond

Spin out round the kitchen, turbo boost around the pool table or hit the gas as you drive round the rim of the bath. Micro Machines takes you onto the world's 50 fastest improvised racetracks!

Multiplayer and single player game modes with practice, battle and tournament challenges.

Earn credits to unlock tracks and cars then trade online.

25 vehicle types with 750 cars to collect or trade. Or, up the stakes when you play for keeps with Pink slip racing

Use your arsenal of 25 weapons and power ups to blast your opponents with the plasma gun or send homing missiles to throw them off course.

Track editor that allows you to choose your own route through selected environments then challenge your friends to do battle.

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