Torino 2006

by 2K Sports

Product Features

• Compete in 8 different athletic disciplines and try to earn a medal
• 15 thrilling events, on realistic and extraordinary wintry landscapes
• Compete head-to-head or in turn-based play that simulates the global stage
• Authentic with commentators, TV cameras, and spectators
• Exciting 4-person multiplayer international competition

Product Details

• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000CMOLEW
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches ; 4.8 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: January 24, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #11,197 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Torino 2006 is your chance to participate in one of the most exciting sporting events of 2006: The Winter Olympics! Experience the most popular winter sports to be showcased at the Winter Olympics at Torino, Italy. You'll be at the center of a sporting event that will be watched by millions around the world.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars best olympic game so far, February 25, 2006

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steve "steve" (Pittsfield, MA USA) - See all my reviews

= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Torino 2006 (Video Game)

before i start, i have to say that before i bought this game my favorite olympic game was for sega genesis. All of the games before this one were terrible. all it was was button mashing in a couple of bad events with bad graphics. This game has very realistic graphics and courses that are actually kind of accurate to the real events. In this game you can play with up to 4 other players (why not more?) while taking turns.

The events that are available to play are also cool. You can play four different skiing events: downhill, super-g, gs, and slalom, all of which have the same controls but require different skills. You can play the large and normal hill ski jumping (both pretty much the same), luge, two and four man bobsled, three different distanced speed skating events, biathalon, cross-country skiing, and nordic combined. All of these events have unique controls that are realistic to the sport, like in ski jumping you hav to get your balance on the ramp and in the air with the left joystick, then time your jump and landing by pressing a. the best thing about these events is there is no figure skating (i hate figure skating).

You can play a competition with all 15 events, 9 events, or customize a competition with your own events. There are ten record holders for each event, and it is fun to try to break the records. There are four difficulty settings which will make the game last longer.

this game is not perfect, but 2k sports did the best job on an olympic game so far. Athlete creation and stats would add a lot to this game, but im not going to get picky. Fun game that will last for a while.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good game, February 21, 2006

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G. Velasquez (Venezuela) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Torino 2006 (Video Game)

If you like olympic sports this game is going to be fun. The graphics are excellent. Every event has it's own mechanics to dominate which makes it interesting...of course it is not a long game, to be played for hours, I mean just look to the olympics competitions: people go one or two times down a hill and that's about it! the competition is over!. That's what you're going to find in this game. They are immitating the reality. I recommend this game to be played with your family and friends.

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Winter Game!!!!, February 9, 2007

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Matthew J. Miller (Orlando, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Torino 2006 (Video Game)

I absolutely love this game. From the downhill ski jumping, to bobsledding & luge its a great challenging game. The controls are easy to use and master after a little practice. The graphics are incredible even on Xbox 360, it matches up with current games. Alpine skiing event is the hardest to beat, but can be done with patience and good toggle skills. Overall, a great game that will hold you over until the 2010 Winter Olympics.