Micro Machines V3 (GB) (Micro Machines V3 (GB))

Member Name: thole09

Product:	Micro Machines V3 (GB)
Date:	17/04/09 (35 review reads)
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Advantages: Gameplay, Graphics

Disadvantages: Simple Audio

"Micro Machines V3" is a video game released for the Gameboy Color in 2000 by THQ. It is based on the popular children's toys of the same name. In the United States, the game received a rating of "E" by the ESRB panel which deemed it suitable for all ages.

The Micro Machines titles are long standing racing titles in low technology gaming. I remember, and still play from time to time, the original Nintendo Entertainment System release and its general uniqueness. The game has not wavered from these traditional roots and in areas have added to them. The game is presented from an overhead perspective which looks down on the racing action. Unlike other racing games, though, Micro Machines offers more light hearted areas such as breakfast tables and kitchen counters. Complete with various obstacles and bridges the user must keep in closer alignment with his or her opponent (or vice versa) as outracing the other will force the game to stop and restart from an equal point, giving one point to the leader. Should the follower fall behind too frequently then the match will be awarded to the leader by default. In "V3", the player has the chance to gain weapons and power ups during racing to use to his or her advantage by putting the opponent at a disadvantage. There is some initial learning curve when beginning in order to remain at a constant pace with the opponent, but after this brief period of trial and error then the player will be continually engaged.

The graphics retain their original lustre as seen so many years ago and are brought well to the Gameboy Color console. There is a sense of pixelation in the game but the otherwise colour filled display is pleasant to look at and an enjoyable play all around. The sound is also typical of a racing game with an average "buzz" to denote acceleration of the vehicle.

Overall, Micro Machines V3 is an excellent play and continues the "Micro Machines" series well. I would recommend this game to prospective buyers.

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