Abstract: Arriving just in time for the launch of the Nintendo 3DS is Namco Bandai's latest entry into the venerable Ridge Racer series, titled, not surprisingly, Ridge Racer 3D. If you've read our review of the system, you know that we think many of the launch...
Abstract: You know, Namco is really smart for releasing these Ridge Racer games alongside system launches -- because as much as I love each one of them, it's easy to realize how much of a free pass they get. Let's face it: A shiny new racing game goes well with ...
Abstract: I'll be honest at the outset: I've never played a Ridge Racer game for more than five minutes before this game. I'm hazy on the history of the series outside of murmurs of the Nintendo 64 and DS versions, and the hilarity of the reveal of the PSP one. ...
It doesn't add anything new to Ridge Racer's well-worn formula, nor does it do anything particularly daring with it, but the 3D overhaul combined with a surplus of content are enough to blow away the dust that's settled on the series over the years. Ri...
Abstract: I remember the first time I saw Ridge Racer running on the original Playstation. It was my own Japanese Playstation I'd imported and it blew my mind. It's hard to imagine now, but the concept of smooth 3D rendered graphics in a console was an earth sh...
It's a classic Ridge Racer game, 3D effect works well
Doesn't really add anything new outside of 3D, graphically a bit rough round the edges
This is definitely one of the better DS launch titles, but if you’re looking for something fresh and new, then Ridge Racer 3D might be a little disappointing...
As a full game in its own right, Ridge Racer 3D feels like a cold shell that is part of a larger, ageing franchise. 6.2/10Print this pageComments (0)Share this pageNoticed something wrong? Report error/mistake.Add to my profile pageGame ScoresGraphics:...
Great use of the 3D effect and the addictive arcade gameplay
Lack of online play and the average visuals
Before this review turns into an unmitigated grumble-fest, it’s worth stating that Ridge Racer 3D is great fun despite its faults. The effortlessly entertaining power-slide gameplay has been transferred faithfully to Nintendo’s new handheld, and the Gr...
