Split/Second

This game made freaking angry! But it was pretty dang amusing though. I definitely recommend this for anyone who really enjoys arcade style racers. Just expect some frustration along the way.

First off lets start with the pros. This game is fast, really fast, it gives off a nice sensation of speed. The fact that it has exceptional graphics adds to that. The cars handle smoothly too. The speed of the cars on this game definitely make up for the lack of a boost option. This game also gives you the option to blow up other cars in traps as well.

The single player at least has a nice 10 to 12 hours of game play. Which I love because video games seem to just get shorter and shorter nowadays. It also has some pretty decent online options for a racer too.

Now for those pesky cons. The first thing that comes to mind is the difficulty, it sometimes almost felt like I would get first place by chance. The sheer chaos this game creates from the power plays can get disorienting. Also, it would have been nice to see more variety in the environments of the tracks. Oh did I mention this game made me ANGRY?

So despite some minor hiccups along the way, this game is quite good. Hopefully you won't get as P.O.'d as I did at times.

'Split/Second (2010)' is a sleek, stylish arcade racing game that owes a rather large debt to the 'Burnout' series but still stands on its own as a distinct and entertaining experience. The game takes place during a televised racing event that gives its participants the ability to trigger environmental hazards and take out their foes. This forms the basis for the gameplay, which awards points for slick driving and allows you to spend them on increasingly extravagant acts of destruction. There are a variety of game modes that can be played solo, online or in split-screen. The campaign consists of a variety of tournaments that increase in difficulty. It's a really fun game. The maps all have ample opportunity to take out your opponents and the variety of race types - from 'elimination' to 'avoid the missiles' - keep things feeling fresh. It's all suitably over-the-top, with responsive controls and a satisfying feel. It's one of my favourite racers of recent years. 8/10

High paced chaotic fun. The season mode is just about enough although could have been longer and had more track variety. That being said what was available was certainly fun. Not the best racing game but certainly above average and good to let loose for a while!