4 X 4 Evolution 2

by Gathering of Developers

Product Features

• Extreme off-road racing game
• 70 different vehicles from 10 manufacturers
• Multiple gameplay modes
• Outstanding graphics and physics
• For one player

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005RD6V
• Item Weight: 12 ounces
• Media: CD-ROM
• Release Date: October 25, 2001
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #17,993 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #78 in Video Games > PC Games > Racing & Flying

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

4x4 EVO 2 takes the real-world dynamics and cutting edge graphics from the original game and adds a variety of new twists and turns, taking off-road racing simulations to the next level. Simmers will have a chance to purchase one of 70 vehicles from 10 different manufactures for use in intense, pedal-to-the-metal, off-road rallies. In addition to individual racing, 4x4 EVO 2 gives virtual drivers the chance to join a factory race team or 4x4 club to participate in an assortment of exciting missions that involve exploration and adventure. These various missions will take players on a rowdy ride through locations so realistic and alive that they will have to watch out for animals, traffic and other animated dynamic objects.

Product Description

4x4 Evolution 2 puts you behind the wheel of a brand-new truck for some of that wild off-road racing action!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

43 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Game For Anyone!, November 28, 2001

By 

andrew sharp (Southern Californa) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 4 X 4 Evolution 2 (CD-ROM)

4X4 EVO2, much like the original with remakes of the old tracks and some new ones. The best thing about the new tracks is that there isn't such a strict driving path and the check points are much wider to give a more free roaming feel, as in any real off road racing. Evo2 also does an excellent job of making new tracks that actual require 4X4 driving skills, as in Pikes Peak you need to down shift to low 4wd just to get up the inclines if you have a new vehical, as in the first Evo how many wheels you had driving didn't really matter. One draw back is that the racing is much easier, you can just hold the gas and go, turning is exageratedly easy unlike the first where emergency braking to slide into turns was required. This makes the game more arcade style and much easier than the first. Objects can be moved, things fall, the graffics are good (the distant view makes driving easier, and the dust trails of your opponents can be seen a mile ahead and looks realistic) and the sound is grand but seems to lag. The mission gameplay is kind of lame but nice that you can earn money, free roam is fun for about 38 seconds. I did find myself wanting to stop and take pictures of the beautiful sunset and scenes, like the egyptian race and costa rica race ways only to be T-boned back into reality by the Bot racers. Speaking of Bot racers for some reason if you fall back half a lap it only takes a second to catch back up, good for the player, but the vise versa works for the Bot racers too, this kind of takes away from being an excellent driver and leaves you always with the pack slamming into each other for position. One way to cheat is when your near a check point slam your opponet around the checkpoint flags so he doesnt pass, the Bots wont turn around to get back to the check point, and if they miss one they are automatically in last place. Kind of a cheeze way to cheat, but it's all about money to upgrade your vehical. The upgrades are far better than the first Evo since it has brand names and cool stuff. There is a lot of options, fun, and realism in this game making it probably the best driving simulator yet. If you are a fist time driver, gamer or new to Evo this is the one for you. If you liked the first evo you will love this one. Does this new Evo mean that the old one is out the window? NO! The first Evo is definately more challenging in the driving aspect and besides Evo2 doesent have any Ford vehicals. Not that Ford is the best but off roading requires a Ford F-250 XLT 4X4 Jet black with over 500hp. Honestly this game is awesome, lots of tracks (The artic one is finally drivable and winable unlike the first where your tires just spun out), lots of vehicals and parts. A must buy for the hardcore offroaders or just the casual sunday driver looking to eat some mud. For reading my review and click yes to it being help full I will give you a hint: on the baja track there is a only one bridge on the whole track instead of going over it fall into the ravine and under the bridge is a chest with over $2000. You can climb out of the ravine and still catch up to win the race.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Nice graphics but..., January 11, 2002

By 

LeaderOfSin (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 4 X 4 Evolution 2 (CD-ROM)

this is a cool game if your into the whole one race and now its boring kind of thing... i personally think having "damage" in a game is one of the most important things.. it adds a BIG amount of realism along with some cool effect makin the game more enjoyable... being 2 laps down and still being able to win is kinda lame... i recommend "1nsane" to all you guys looking for a good 4x4 game.. it has great graphics and awesome damage effects and very realistic handling with th suspension and all.. but anyways.. go get 1nsane!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Game Except...., October 8, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: 4 X 4 Evolution 2 (CD-ROM)

I played this on game cube, and it rocks. 100's of upgrades for your vehicle, beautiful tracks, and amazing graphics make this game great. Not much better than cruising with a 705 hp Lancruiser riding on an 8 inch lift and 38s. As you race you gain reputation and can qualify for teams, getting special parts and trucks. Also, 14 inch lift sucks. I tried it on a tacoma and i rolled over backwards going up a steep hill.
No damage when you roll over or drive into the water took this game down a star. Also, there are 4 vehicle sounds. small suv, large suv, light truck, and heavy truck. The vehicle modeling is a little off too. you can turn tighter than you should be able to at 60 mph.

Overall, the fun of upgrading your car, the racing, and the graphics almost completely outweigh the cons. The best offroad game I've found.