Summary
- Release Year: 2008
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Wii
- Developers: HB Studios
- Publishers: THQ
Big Beach Sports (2008): A Fun and Challenging Wii Sports Game
Big Beach Sports is a sports game developed by HB Studios and published by Nintendo for the Wii. It was released in North America on May 26, 2008, and in Europe on June 20, 2008. The game features six different beach sports: beach volleyball, beach tennis, bocce ball, disc golf, jet skiing, and wakeboarding.
Gameplay
Big Beach Sports can be played by up to four players at the same time, or in the case of bocce ball and disc golf, taking alternate turns. All of the games use the Wii Remote only, no games require the use of the Nunchuck or any other peripheral.
The game features two main modes: Quick Play and Tournament. In Quick Play, players can select any of the six sports and play a single match against a computer opponent or another player. In Tournament mode, players compete in a series of matches against increasingly tougher opponents in any of the sports.
Playing Quick Play games and Tournament games earns the character Skill Points. These are then used to calculate the difficulty of the CPU opponent for future Quick Play matches. Hence, after completing all tournaments for all the sports in Big Beach Sports, where each game has a preset difficulty, the player can then return to Quick Play and continue to max out Skill Points (999 points) for each of the six sports. In the case of most of the sports, however, the game becomes extremely challenging and the AI opponents are much tougher to beat after reaching 900 skill points.
Sports
- Beach Volleyball: Beach volleyball is played on a sand court with two teams of two players each. The objective of the game is to hit the ball over the net and into the opponent’s court. Players can use a variety of shots, including spikes, digs, and sets.
- Beach Tennis: Beach tennis is played on a sand court with two teams of two players each. The objective of the game is to hit the ball over the net and into the opponent’s court. Players can use a variety of shots, including forehands, backhands, and volleys.
- Bocce Ball: Bocce ball is played on a sand court with two teams of two players each. The objective of the game is to roll a ball as close as possible to a smaller target ball. Players can use a variety of techniques to roll the ball, including lobbing, shooting, and blocking.
- Disc Golf: Disc golf is played on a course with a series of baskets. The objective of the game is to throw a disc into each basket in as few throws as possible. Players can use a variety of discs, each with different flight characteristics.
- Jet Skiing: Jet skiing is played on a water course with a series of buoys. The objective of the game is to race around the course as fast as possible. Players can use a variety of techniques to control their jet ski, including accelerating, braking, and turning.
- Wakeboarding: Wakeboarding is played on a water course with a series of obstacles. The objective of the game is to ride behind a boat and perform tricks on the wake. Players can use a variety of tricks, including jumps, spins, and grabs.
Reception
Big Beach Sports received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s fun and challenging gameplay, while others criticized the game’s repetitive nature and lack of depth. The game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Overall
Big Beach Sports is a fun and challenging sports game for the Wii. It’s perfect for a party or a casual gaming session. The game’s six different sports offer a variety of gameplay experiences, and the Skill Point system adds an element of replayability. If you’re looking for a fun and active Wii game to play with friends or family, Big Beach Sports is a great option.
Score: 7/10
Review Score
7/10
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