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Imperfect, but tons of fun nonetheless.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: October 25, 1999
Author: Amazon User

I've always had a weakness for 'board' racers since the days of 720°, and this one carries the tradition off beautifully in its own way. The trick system takes some getting used to, but it brings in some novel innovations: 360's give you extra hang time, ride your board like a luge and you go faster, ride your board like a boogieboard and you gain control (all with drawbacks, of course). Spins, grabs, flips, and kick tricks are all there, and instead of grinding you can luge on magnetic rails in certain spots. The physics to all this are excellent (not realistic, of course, as it IS a hoverboard, but complete), and just about everything is fun to do.

The graphics and effects are up to the usual Dreamcast standard, and the backgrounds are really stunning and hard to distinguish from the 'real' track because of a nice Quicktime-VR-style effect. Tracks are very well-constructed for flow but Criterion's 'node-based' construction (each track is made up of a mixture of unique and re-used roomlike elements) is just evident enough to kill the suspension of disbelief. The checkpoint system (and NO stunt/practice mode) on tracks makes it hard to experiment and ride around just for fun (as the physics and tracks are good enough that playing around would be terrific fun) outside of the practice velodrome. CPU racers run on the catch-up/wait-up system, presumably to maintain excitement without frustration, but I never really liked that system and it just points out how mediocre the collision handling is. It also makes faster boards and advanced techniques like the luge seem nearly useless. Choosing difficulty or having separate classes would be more fun and last longer. And the learning curve is a bit steep, particularly for some of the challenge rounds (required if you want to learn new tricks, like the awe-inspiring Gyro and handstand flip). Frustration will keep many people from really discovering how delightful Trickstyle can be at its best.

Unfortunately, even with as many tracks as it has, I'm not sure how long it'll last once all the challenges and tracks are opened up, due to the aforementioned lack of a difficulty setting.

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Trickstyle

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 4
Date: June 06, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Trickstyle is an awesome 3-d game for tony hawk pro skateboarder game lovers. its like the same thing,but you are on hover boards. lots of characters to chooese from.

Challenging and FUN!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: February 11, 2000
Author: Amazon User

This is the best game you'll ever play for the Dreamcast! I bought this game the day the Dreamcast came out, because I needed something than the Demo to play. It was a great decision, as soon as I started this game I knew it would be awesome. You can pull off some awesome tricks and catch a speed lounge, and if you like the snow boarding games this is a good one to look into. The graphics are the best and the races and challenges are hard. This is a game that will keep you occupied and it is definitely worth the money!

a masterpiece of the track!!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: February 17, 2001
Author: Amazon User

This was the first game I had and the most played one Iv'e got I love it it has everything graphics, play ability and good music. its gaming bliss. for racers and non racers alike fans of wipeout for the playstation and games like tony hawks 2 will love it one word to describe it is BRILLIANT!!!!!!!

Amazing, simply amazing!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 27, 1999
Author: Amazon User

Ever since I watched this game at E3 on video, I knew it was going to be something spectacular. A local software store in my area had received a demo copy earlier this week, and let me tell you prepare to be amazed!

There weren't any playable tracks yet, but you could hoverboard in a giant bowl type skate park. It's all here graphics, speed, sound, and everthing else you could want. The sense of speed is incredible, and everything runs at a silky smooth 60 fps.

Although it's tough to choose any certain title (because damn near all of them are incredible games), this has got to be my top pick of the DC launch. Soul Calibur would have been a close second, but I've already got it for my import DC.

Happy gaming everyone!

Overall Great Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: September 18, 1999
Author: Amazon User

Being the second game I owned for the Dreamcast, I found it very fun. All the characters are fun and the backstory, although long, is interesting. The game is VERY replayable with 18 main levels and various chalenge races to master. The tricks are easy to control but are difficult to master, requiring you beat certain level to open new tricks. So overall, Acclaim did a great job.

Best game ever

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 14, 1999
Author: Amazon User

Trick Style is a game that puts you in the game. The tracks are awesome and plentiful, with different routes and shortcuts. Another good idea is The Guide he's this guy that kinda shows you the ropes. I've heard some reviews about the track Japan 5, saying it was impossible. Let me tell you it's not. The control that the Dreamcast has is amazing. I'm just glad I didn't have to wait for this one.

The greatest racing game ever

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 27, 1999
Author: Amazon User

I have been a big fan of acclaim ever since they came out with Extreme G(another futuristic racing game) and their new game is even better. There is absolutley nothing wrong with this game except for the difficulty. However, I found the built-in guides that trained you and taught you what to do were very helpful. I ocassionally had trouble hooking on to the magnarails, but that in no way lowers my rating. The gameplay isn't incredibly responsive, but what do you expect for a hover-board. After all, you are floating. If you aren't impressed by the graphics or sound, you will be delighted by the enourmous replay value, depth, and difficulty(which adds to the challenge).

smooth

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 01, 2000
Author: Amazon User

even though the replay value isnt that great it is pretty difficult to master without codes.I would recomed it to serious gamers

THIS GAME ROCKS

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: February 21, 2000
Author: Amazon User

This is the first ever game I had for the DC and it rules. Now I own Hydro Thunder, Ready 2 Rumble, and Sonic Adventure, and Tricksyle may be the best. This game has great boards and tricks yet not everyone likes it. You may be one of those peoples so rent it first.

If your friend owns it just borrow it and him borrow one of yours

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