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KappaHattori's Mario Kart (Wii)
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| [August 24, 2009 10:34:57 PM]
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Again, I’ll reiterate the simplistic fun of playing this game. The theme is so simple, but yet various effects add to the simplicity that is presented to make the game even more fun. I believe that Mario Kart is fun overall and will continue on as long as the progression from each game in the series comes with subtle, but powerful improvements.
GRAPHICS---===
Generally, it is unfair to criticize the graphics of the Wii… But in comparison to the well-rendered cel-shading of games such as MadWorld, Mario Kart Wii could stand for improvement. However, it is understandable that the bikes don’t have chrome-plated mufflers considering the amount of detail on the race tracks. Maple Treeway seems to have an unquantifiable amount of leaves scattered throughout the course.
ENGINE---===
The game runs very smoothly as well, considering that the machine is required to keep the location of 12 high speed vehicles, and the random items they can obtain. But again, with games which literally keep track of thousands of items rolled onto a giant Katamari, it is rather unimpressive. The one thing that could be said in defense of them not incoroporating airplanes or other vehicles (a la Diddy Kong Racing N64) is because the system does not particularly require it. It accomplishes the goals of having lots of vehicles, and being able to race well with those vehicles.
MUSIC---===
Generally, music is an extremely important factor of games to me. If the music is too dark and brooding, I may approach the game with a more melancholy attitude, opposed to a light and bouncy atmosphere caused by happier music. Mario Kart Wii's music is nice, but it is practically overlooked. As I am typing, I am struggling to remember any memorable piece of music. The only sound that I can particularly remember is the startup sound of the stop light, signalling me to begin and obtain a victory. Perhaps the lack of memorability comes from the concentration on the race. That's what I'd attribute it too.
This entry has been edited 1 time. It was last edited on Aug 24th, 2009 at 22:40:42.
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| [August 23, 2009 11:05:40 PM]
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Mario Kart Wii
Nintendo Wii
SUMMARY---===
A beautiful addition to the (thankfully) never-ending Mario racing franchise! Mario Kart Wii delivers as expected a beautiful array of new stages, as well as reviving some older favorites from the N64, NDS, and even the SNES! A large assortment of cars and the inclusion of motorcycles adds for an even greater choice of driving! Along with the largest amount of vehicles and stages in selection in the franchise's history, there are characters that span the entire Mario universe! Racing with your friends is even more fun, as competitions to prove who is the "better" character, and who drives the "better" bike are guaranteed to ensue! Overall a wonderfully balanced (with the exception of the Red and Blue Turtle Shells) game, which truly allows any player to race like those in the Indy 500.
GAMEPLAY---===
Since I am actually acquainted with the Mario Racing franchise, I do often play this game for enjoyment. This game opposed to other racing games such as Gran Turismo and Need For Speed draws me for the light-spirited elements which it possesses. Albeit driving the latest Ferrari, I will be unable to traverse a mystical, multi-colored road in the depths of space. Neither will I be able to use Banana Peels to my advantage.
When I play, I generally do tend to play with a group of friends. And I generally win with this group of friends! Despite not being as serious in terms of physics, or being the best graphically, it is still fun to attempt your best and win in this game. Even though it seems to be intended for a more lax audience, people (like myself) can and do play this game seriously and utilize all forms of hardcore racing skills to obtain a victory. Well, hardcore may be a little exaggerative, but it is easy to win often when you become accustomed to certain maps, and learn special techniques that will allow better racing performance. It always makes me happy to win consecutive first place victories, and when being accused of cheating, (as is the loser's common resort to accomodate for their sad disposition) simply respond with, "Sorry. It's skill!"
And I will be man enough to admit that I do play all Mario games with Peach. Perhaps it is the belief of other players that a petite princess could not possibly win, or perhaps it was the amazing down-smash and aerial recoveries in SSBB that drew me to her. But I think that will have to wait for another Log!
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KappaHattori's Mario Kart (Wii)
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Current Status: Playing
GameLog started on: Saturday 22 August, 2009
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