Summary
- Release Year: 1988
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Intellivision
- Developers: Realtime Associates
- Publishers: INTV Corporation
Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing (1988)
Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing is an updated version of U.S. Ski Team Skiing, released for the NES in 1988. It includes code from that game, but offers new features such as enhanced graphics, create-your-own course, and random skiing, which has a helicopter dropping players off on uncharted mountains.
The game features four different ski disciplines: downhill, giant slalom, super giant slalom, and ski jumping. Players can choose to race against the computer or against a friend in two-player mode.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing is very similar to that of U.S. Ski Team Skiing. Players control a skier from a third-person perspective, and must navigate through a variety of courses filled with obstacles such as trees, rocks, and jumps.
Players can control their skier’s speed and direction using the D-pad, and can jump by pressing the A button. The B button is used to perform a special move, which can vary depending on the discipline being played.
In downhill and giant slalom races, the player’s goal is to reach the bottom of the course as quickly as possible. In super giant slalom races, the player must navigate through a series of gates in order to complete the course. In ski jumping, the player must jump off a ramp and land as far as possible.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing are a significant improvement over those in U.S. Ski Team Skiing. The courses are more detailed and the skiers are more realistically animated. The game also features a variety of weather effects, such as snow and fog.
The sound in Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing is also very good. The music is catchy and the sound effects are realistic.
Create-Your-Own-Course Mode
One of the new features in Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing is the create-your-own-course mode. This mode allows players to create their own custom courses, which they can then race on or share with friends.
To create a course, players simply need to select the “Create Course” option from the main menu. They will then be presented with a blank canvas on which to create their course. Players can use a variety of tools to create their courses, such as ramps, jumps, and obstacles.
Once a course is complete, players can race on it or share it with friends. To share a course, players simply need to upload it to the Nintendo Switch Online service.
Random Skiing Mode
Another new feature in Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing is the random skiing mode. This mode allows players to be dropped off on a randomly generated mountain and ski down it.
To play random skiing, players simply need to select the “Random Skiing” option from the main menu. They will then be presented with a variety of options, such as the difficulty level and the type of terrain they want to ski on.
Once a player has selected their options, they will be dropped off on a randomly generated mountain. The player’s goal is to ski down the mountain as far as possible without crashing.
Reception
Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its improved graphics, gameplay, and features. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing is considered to be one of the best skiing games ever made. It is a fun and challenging game that can be enjoyed by players of all ages.
Legacy
Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing has had a lasting legacy in the video game industry. It is considered to be one of the best skiing games ever made, and it has inspired many other skiing games.
The game’s create-your-own-course mode has also been very influential. It has allowed players to create their own custom courses, which has led to a thriving community of modders and course creators.
Mountain Madness: Super Pro Skiing is a classic skiing game that is still enjoyed by many players today. It is a fun and challenging game that can be enjoyed by players of all ages.
Review Score
8.5/10
