Wave Race: Blue Storm: Near perfect. (Good review)
bow15
90% score
The graphics are nothing short of amazing. One could often forget that he is racing on fake water, because it's so real-looking. Trees, houses, and people, speckle the land while boats and docks are visible in the water. The graphics really pull you into the game. Sound-wise there are many catchy tunes that will stick in your head, and the sound effects are really good too. The whirring of the motor really adds to the overall expirience. The only fatal flaw this game has that scares alot of players off is the STEEP learning curve. This can be easily remedied by practicing your sharp turns in Time Attack mode. There are many modes of play in the game ranging from Normal to Expert. Once you get past the learning curve of the game, it gets fun. Several easter eggs inhabit this game, For example a contest that Runs from January to March. Put in a password and you get a special mode. Get a really low time and you might win prizes. Another big one is Dolphin Mode, which is really cool to show your friends. I give this game a 4/5 for being one of Gamecube's greatest games, but having a steep learning curve detracts from the score and scares off many players of an otherwise great game. -2002 Bow15
