Corvette

by Take 2

Product Features

• Over 80 incredibly rendered production Corvette models from '53 to '03
• multiple environments
• 6 characters, 15 official production colors

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00009XS6D
• Item Weight: 5 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: May 4, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,397 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #67 in Video Games > PlayStation 2 > Racing

Product Description

Platform: PlayStation2

Game Informer Review

Despite the fact that this game is officially licensed to show off Corvettes, it definitely isn't a good advertisement for the car. This title's arcade-style racing is so anonymous that it completely renders the Corvette name useless, and will probably have the same kind of negative advertising as wearing an R.J. Reynolds sandwich board outside a pre-school.

You will find no more joy if you're in one of the classic or newer models of the car – it's all the same bland experience. You can pick up upgrades to your car, but they don't change the feel of your ride whatsoever. I couldn't notice a difference in the handling of my Corvette until 1995 – and that was over halfway through the entire game. It seems these licensed parts are in the game to be just...licenses. Overall, your rides feel much too floaty. On the other hand, I did like a track or two in Corvette, but that still doesn't help the gameplay improve.

The only respite I got from this title's parade of mediocrity was the fact that at the end of each career tier, you would participate in a race with a pursuing cop and some oncoming traffic along Route 66. Then again, it wasn't as if I felt like I was playing Burnout 2 all of a sudden, or anything. If only there was a way to get across the country in the game by hitchhiking. You might be tempted to pick this game up because of its cheap price, but to paraphrase Carson from Queer Eye: It's not a deal if you never actually play it.

I imagine that good money was paid to General Motors for this license, but it's a shame that the developer couldn't also license some fun gameplay to go along with the Corvette name.

Concept:
An unattractive Corvette commercial whose enjoyment lasts about 30 seconds

Graphics:
No, that's not motion blur, it's just the dodgy look of the game

Sound:
I'd rather sit and contemplate the sound of one hand clapping

Playability:
Apparently, none of the Corvettes handled any differently until 1995

Entertainment:
This game isn't broke, but plenty of fixing is required before it's fun

Replay:
Low

Rated: 4.5 out of 10
Editor: Matthew Kato
Issue: June 2004

2nd Opinion:
There's a saying that says, "You get what you pay for." Well, in the case of Corvette, a competent budget-priced racing title, you actually get a little bit more. Graphically, it's comparable to many higher ticket games, and the basic racing mechanics are pleasingly solid without really being distinctive in any way. The game also features a bevy of accurately modeled ‘Vettes from the past to the present, and includes real manufacturer upgrades for the unlocking.

Rated: 6.5 out of 10
Editor: Matt Helgeson


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Product Description

Live the dream. Drive the car. Play the game! Corvette is the only title on the PlayStation 2 that gives players control over virtually every Corvette ever made in both street and track settings. Take more than 120 production and concept models of the 'Vette all over on the open road and super speedways, or just drive down an obstacle-filled Route 66 from Chicago all the way to LA. Users can even upgrade their ride's engine and suspension for real car physics, or select from six different characters and 15 different factory colors to diversify their racing experience.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars really fun for the money, August 24, 2004

By 

D. de Gruchy (Campbell, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Corvette (Video Game)

I'm a little lost why everyone is bashing the heck out of this title. It only costs $10 folks, and its worth it. The game is fun and simple. There are plenty of different modes to play and lots of things to unlock. Basic play is rather easy. Despite what people say, there are differences in the cars from year to year. for example, a 67 will out run a 63 in a straight line. If the cars were all the same, that would be impossible. The older cars have awful brakes just like they did in real life. The c5 a re fluid and graceful and the c4's are chunky and tempermental, just like in real life. (i've owned a c3, c4 and c5) The graphics are pretty nice, and the tunnel vision at 100mph is a nice effect. The courses are pretty good (although there are some that i dont care for).
Dislikes: 2 player mode makes you race the same era of cars. dirt and pavement traction is fairly similar. physics aren't too real, but close enough for fun.
The game could be imporved upon without a doubt, and if it was I'd pay the normal $50, but in this case i only paid $10, and I feel that the game is a great value for the money. I dont need a clone of GT3 or NFS or anything else. i have those and if i want to play them i will.
lastly, the most humorous defect i've found so far: When in 2 player mode, if player 1 wins, then player 2's car will not have any engine noise. You still hear tires screaching and wind noise though. rather funny.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Unbelievably awesome, April 10, 2004

By 

Kevin M. Adelman "carguy1681" (Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Corvette (Video Game)

This game is so great. I have loved corvettes since before I was born. This game finally gives the car the respect it deserves. I mean Need For Speed put the Corvette into its games but not like this. This game lets you drive models all the way as old as 1953. The only thing is too bad this game doesnt include the upcoming 2005 Corvette C6 but it does include everything else. Graphics are a little more cartoony then real but they look great anyway. Too bad this game doesn't show damage to the cars, why not? There is no way to make this car look bad. For $10 it is the best value game out there. I recommend this to everyone. If you don't like this game, and you call yourself an automotive enthusiast you are wrong about one of those two things. If you're thinking of trying out this game by renting it at Blockbuster for $4, you might as well buy it. It is definitely worth it

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Corvette, December 27, 2009

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Jose Lopez "Jose Lopez" (Miami,Florida USA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Corvette (Video Game)

Corvette For PS2:

I like the Cars but the Game itself is not very good, neither are the graphics. If your A Corvette Enthusiast like me it's a must,but be forewarned it is not the best game sadly.

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