Micro Machines V4 review:
Growing up I remember being a big fan of Micro Machines. Thoselittle cars were a ton of fun to play with and collect since they were muchsmaller versions...
Micro Machines V4 review:
If possible, children and small animals would scream about the perils of household objects. A stray Monopoly board, rolling pin or rock could mean the difference between a merry skip or a sudden tumble. But since they have no voice in which to describe the world of being small, it's up to adults to create the picture for the remaining and uncomprehending big. Enter the surreal itty-bitty universe of the Micro Machines top down racing franchise and its latest instalment. But is it a lethargic lope on a pane of safety plastic, or a raucous romp through road works?
Micro Machines V4 is nothing but simple. From the well practised X for accelerate, the R1 for fire and the basic game interface, it's as easy to manoeuvre as a pool cue is to shoot. The complications originate from the actual tracks and the Power Ups, both of which veer drastically from the delightfully imaginative to the slightly less exciting fillers. Each track comes with its own special blend of creative obstructions and dastardly twists that can make or break each separate challenge's success.
Micro Machines V4 review:
As my niece proved, not everyone in the target demographic will take to this game, and I can see why. The presentation and overall layout of the game isn’t quite up to the level we are now expecting from the PS2, but if you can overlook a few blemishes, there is a fantastically fun “little” racer waiting to be played here.
Micro Machines V4 review:
Though, in this time of gaming, that is not enough to sell the proportionate amount of games to make a profit. Plenty of cars, tracks, and options Great for fans of the toy line and classic top down/3 quarter view racing fans! Not great for everyone else Why will this game sell again? -- Jim Cordeira
Micro Machines V4 review:
..) . Still, it's a fab little game that's as unpretentious as they come and it's good to have it back - it's just a shame that the concept hasn't really moved on to any degree in the intervening years. Next time, Codies, please show a little more ambition and give fans more than the rehash that this so evidently is.
Micro Machines V4 review: