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It's ironic that developer Argonaut has put a lot of love into this game. Being a budget title, you'd figure they'd push it out the door faster than a Jehovah's Witness with bad breath. Instead, they've slapped some great water effects on this jet ski racer and even thrown in Xbox Live. What is missing, however, is that solid gameplay core which could have made those features something more than anecdotes.
Despite lacking everything from a real career mode to a notable physics engine, Carve definitely has its moments. My favorite was when I was hot on someone's tail – water was spitting up and forming droplets on my screen. Meanwhile, my craft would crest and dip in the swelling wake of my opponent. The trick system gets points for being integral to building speed, but its execution is uneven, meaning you don't always perform the tricks you've punched in. Other ideas, such as an AI teammate to help you out and team-specific characteristics, aren't executed to any satisfaction.
Sadly, that early ‘90s Body Glove wet suit will have to remain a dark secret in the depths of your closet.
Concept:
A budget game that almost covers up the reek of cheap jet ski cologne
Graphics:
The water effects are exemplary even for a title twice its price
Sound:
Don't know if the character voices or the music is more annoying
Playability:
Much to the detriment of the game, the trick system is a shade off
Entertainment:
Like a cat in water, you just can't get comfortable
Replay:
Moderate
Rated: 6.5 out of 10
Editor: Matthew Kato
Issue: February 2004
2nd Opinion:
Aside from the shiny water effects, I find little to recommend in this tossed-off Splashdown clone. There's nothing very notable about Carve, other than the fact that the trick system never really lets you feel comfortable with busting moves.
Rated: 6.5 out of 10
Editor: Matt Helgeson
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
***FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY***,
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This review is from: Carve (Video Game)
My husband bought this game for me and our little boy and when I saw it I was'nt too excited about trying it out. However, after I played it-I could'nt stop! There is so many great things about this game! I spent 2 hours the first night I played it going through trying to learn new stunts- that is the best! I would highly suggest this game! Its only around $10 bucks new- can't go wrong in buying it!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Carve is awsome!,
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This review is from: Carve (Video Game)
I just finished playing the demo for this and it was pure fun. The graphics aren't the best, but when the controls are good and the game is fun, then who gives didly squat about the graphics. Plus it's an xbox live compatible game ands it only $19.99! This is a great buy. It's quite a bit like wave race 64. The stunt mode is amazing, but not quite as good as wave race 64. If you are having doubts about my review then just rent the game and see for yourself!
1.0 out of 5 stars
Avoid "Carve" at any Price!!!,
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This review is from: Carve (Video Game)
What an awful game. For me, it had no value at all. Here we have a game that is bad & lacking in every way. I've owned better games than this that I got rid of because they were crappy. Few games are crappier or more pointless that "Carve". This game made me tired. Maybe it is good for little kids? Or folks who don't do much gaming? I hated this game so, so much. Straight AVOID this game called "CARVE" any way you can.
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