America's Cup - Virtual Skipper

by Ubisoft

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004ZBPW
• Media: CD-ROM
• Release Date: October 17, 2000
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #46,496 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

America's Cup: Virtual Skipper is the first true 3-D regatta simulation for the PC. The game contains three levels of difficulty for all skill levels. For those new to sailing, a tutorial is included. Water conditions include wind fields, weather, and currents. Real-time arbitration follows the international racing rules. Stretches of water include La Trinite sur Mer, Hauraki Gulf, Maria Island, and the San Francisco Bay. Two modes or regatta are included: fleet racing (up to eight players) or match racing. Captain 24- and 45-foot boats or a 70-foot racer. The behavior and responsiveness of the crafts re-create the sensations of being a helmsman.

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Worth Buying, October 22, 2000

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BERK KOPRULU (Istanbul Turkey) - See all my reviews

This review is from: America's Cup - Virtual Skipper (CD-ROM)

Well there aint much sailing games,but this is one of the best.If you like sailing and yatch racing this is the game to buy.The game might seem complex at the begining but you really get use to it after a while.The effects are really good and you really fell that you are sailing.I think this is a game worth buying.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Almost perfect..., August 11, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: America's Cup - Virtual Skipper (CD-ROM)

This is one of the easiest and best looking sailing program/software that I have seen. If you're in tune with the America's Cup, you'll find the graphic qualities close to what was available on line with VirtualCup. The oceanic and sailboats are smartly rendered. There is an ability to play against other players online, which is great in itself. The interface is easy to use and sailing is a cinche. I would recommend this to anyone interested in the America's Cup or sailing in general. There could be a few improvements, but its nothing that can't be overlooked.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great game, but NOT Windows Me compatible!!!, February 11, 2002

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Jack-Of-All-Trades (Midwest, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: America's Cup - Virtual Skipper (CD-ROM)

I consider Virtual Skipper to be just about the best sailing simulator so far. The graphics are First-Class, the sound is excellent, and the music soundtrack is awesome. Seeing the photorealistic undulations of the seas and burbling boat wakes is a sight to behold! I wish the music played throughout the game instead of just at the beginning of the race, as without the music to keep you company the game can get a bit dull at times.