Cars

by THQ

Product Features

• Story-based racing adventure game relives all the key moments of the movie
• More than 10 playable characters from the film
• Open world environment with more than 50 races

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000GUQJQ8
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches ; 5.1 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: November 17, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (68 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,155 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Platform: Nintendo Wii

In Cars, you'll get a chance to live out the thrills and fun of the new Disney/Pixar animated film! Play as all your favurite characters from the movie, as you help Lightning McQueen capture the coveted Piston Cup Championship.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

113 of 116 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A good game for the right demographic, May 31, 2007

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bixodoido (Utah, USA) - See all my reviews

= Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Cars (Video Game)

Cars is a storyline-centered racing game based on the Disney movie of the same name. It features the characters from the movie, some new characters, and many scenes those who have watched the movie will be familiar with (such as the infamous tractor-tipping scene).

Audience: This game is rated 'E' for everyone but will probably not have much entertainment value for adults or older children. My 4 year old loves the game and can play it by himself, but he spends most of his time driving around Radiator Springs and not actually doing any of the minigames/challenges.

Graphics: The graphics are Wii-quality, meaning not pristine or as good as graphics on a PC or Xbox 360. Considering the young target audience, however, I don't see this as much of a problem.

Gameplay: There are several individual races, courses with objectives, and separate challenges (such as finding postcards for Lizzie) scattered throughout the game. While the challenge isn't there for older kids or adults I can see how it would be entertaining for younger ones. Younger children (like my son) can drive around Radiator Springs without needing to worry about winning a race or anything like that.

Control: The Wii remote is turned sideways. You steer the car by tilting the remote (much like Excite Truck) and use a couple of the buttons for gas and brakes. Nothing too special here, and to be honest I see no reason why the Gamecube version would not suffice (unless you REALLY want to steer by tilting the remote).

Storyline: Hey, it's a movie-based video game. Most of the storyline is based on characters making cameos and on corny little events that happen that don't really fit into the movie but kind of relate to it.

Overall impression: I rented this game. I've considered buying it for my son but have not done so yet and would not even consider it if it carried the typical Wii title price tag. I definitely don't recommend this game for anyone over the age of about 10, and even then think that other racing games (like Excite Truck) might be more adequately suited. The main reason to own this game, sadly, is the Cars franchise itself.

64 of 65 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good for small kids, December 26, 2006

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E. M. Vega "EMV" (Costa Rica) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Cars (Video Game)

I have two children (both boys) aged 6 and 3 years old. My 6 years old kid loved this game.

Overall the game is pretty simple. Tasks and races can be completed unaided by a small kid, and of course it features a nice variety of characters, places and minigames appealing especially to small kids who enjoyed the movie.

If you have a 5-8 years old kid who loved the movie...you can buy it, and you will certainly enjoy it with your son / daughter. But if your kid is 10-12 or even worst a teenager, perhaps he / she will need a more complex and difficult game to find entertainment. And if you are an adult, just skip it. This game is not for you.

Another important note: This game is pretty much the same than the GameCube version, except for the Wii Controller.

146 of 167 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Fun, but not for everyone, January 24, 2007

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maxGamer (Seattle, Washington) - See all my reviews

= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Cars (Video Game)

This is a great game. It has cartoony graphics (a Wii staple) and the controls are intuitive. My problem is that the characters come unnecessarily close to saying swear words in the game. "Holy SHoot!" and "Kiss my axle!" aren't really something I want my kids running around saying.

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