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New International Track & Field

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New International Track & Field
73
8.0 User Score:

Mixed or average reviews

Based on 27 critic reviews
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Game Info

Publisher: Konami

Developer: Sumo Digital

Genre(s): Sports

Players: 4

ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)

Release Date: July 22, 2008

Summary

The classic sporting game series of Track and Field celebrates its' 25th Anniversary by coming to the Nintendo DS. All the excitement and fun of the original titles is brought up to date with a bright and stylish new look, more events and online play. The gameplay was developed to take full advantage of the touch screen and stylus, thus providing gamers with a unique experience on the DS. Players can either dip into single events or take on the challenge of the sporting career mode. Test your skills against the world via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connect and see if you have what it takes to become the best in the world. Going beyond mere online play New International Track and Field features online tournaments and worldwide rankings. More than 20 athletic challenges including 100 meter sprint, high jump, archery, pole vaulting, and javelin. Massive online feature set – 4 player game sharing, worldwide rankings, and online tournaments. 15+ characters that are both original to the game and fan favorite Konami characters. 6 of Konami characters have a Challenge Event that will test your skills in unique and entertaining ways. Customize you athlete with new costumes and other cool items. Voice Boost – Use the microphone on the DS to give your character a boost by shouting words of encouragement. The louder you are, the bigger the boost. [Konami]

What The Critics Said

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91

GameShark

The difficulty level is there providing a challenge, the game is fun, however as with all sport games such as this, it can be difficult to control unless you’re sitting down at a table. Don’t let that stop you from trying it out though – New International Track & Field is the next best thing to being at the Beijing games.

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87

IGN

Easily, the best remake of the classic franchise. Each player will definitely find his own most and least favorite events in the pack but I have to be honest – there’s not a dud event in the pack.

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85

IGN UK

Sumo Digital’s take on the athletics genre is a rare gem on the handheld’s current stark landscape, at its heart an unashamedly old school experience that also manages to successfully revive the spirit of Konami’s once great series.

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84

Official Nintendo Magazine UK

It's not quite as well-rounded as "Mario & Sonic" but still offers some great gameplay. [July 2008, p.96]

80

VideoGamer

Although it's missing the official licence, it's incredibly addictive and packed full with unlockables.

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80

Pocket Gamer UK

Gorgeous presentation and an astonishingly complete online element help New International Track and Field overcome its relatively minor issues and ascend very close to the top step of the podium.

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80

Eurogamer

It is weakness in the basic concept of the franchise, and some excessively similar events, which prevent this from climbing any higher in our scoring system - but as an execution of an admittedly simple concept, this is genuinely brilliant.

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80

Nintendo Power

Unlockables (such as special events featuring established Konami characters) will keep you slicing and tapping well into the coverage of the Summer Olympics. [Sept 2008, p.87]

80

Modojo

It not only has the variety that Olympic fans are looking for, but, more importantly, it also has the fun.

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80

Da Gameboyz

New international Track and Field for the Nintendo DS is clearly one of the most complete DS titles to come in a long time.

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80

AceGamez

Overall the atmosphere here is electric with a great looking and sounding game that plays well for the most part, though some events can be frustrating but ultimately beatable.

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80

Armchair Empire

It may not have an official Olympics license, but it truly makes you feel like you are a part of something special.

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79

Extreme Gamer

Sumo Digital found the magic that made this series memorable after all these years.

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77

Games Master UK

An oldie but a goody, updated wiht some quirky additions to keep it fresh. [Aug 2008, p.82]

75

Console Gameworld

If you have some Olympic fever left over and don’t feel like shelling out for a certain Olympic game featuring two very popular gaming mascots, then New International Track and Field may be worth diving into.

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72

GamingTrend

If you have quick reflexes and a fast stylus hand, you will probably have an absolute blast with this one.

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70

GamePro

I can definitely say the faults on the game attribute to the fact the title is based on a handheld system and is definitely better suited for a system that doesn't include dual screens.

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70

Cheat Code Central

Get beyond poor controls and there's a lot to unlock and do here.

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70

GameSpot

Rapidly tapping buttons is still exhausting, but tight controls and a bunch of unlockables make this a worthy update.

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70

Edge Magazine

There may not be much to the game, but Sumo has done an astounding job of bolstering it with online facilities that are entirely uncommon on the platform. For what it is, it's as worthy a remake as you could possibly want. [July 2008, p.98]

67

1UP

It's neither "Konami SuperStar Athletics," nor is it exactly the arcade game you remember from the '80s -- New International Track & Field straddles the line between both, and it turns in a respectable portable performance of its own.

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65

NGamer UK

Basic, shallow and sickeningly cute, New Inernational Track & Field is fine fo a five-minute blast. Just don't expect to stay entertained for long. [July 2008, p.71]

65

Worth Playing

No matter how you look at it, New International Track and Field may be a gorgeous little title, but it isn't a must-buy simply because the button-mashing and stylus-rubbing gameplay was old the moment it was invented.

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63

Game Informer

If you have an affinity for the classic franchise and an interest in proving you’re the best in the world at the steeplechase, this game may do it for you. Otherwise, it’s not worth the possible risks to your DS and blood pressure.

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60

LEVEL (Czech Republic)

Archaic gameplay with modern graphics. We played games like this a long time ago on the Amiga 500 and even then it wasn’t much fun. But if you enjoy the recollection of the good old times, you’re gonna love it. [Aug 2008]

60

n-Revolution Magazine UK

Plenty of events to try, but swiping the stylus al the time soon gets tiring. [Issue#24, p.77]

50

games(TM)

It is possible to learn the delicate demands of each event of course, but that can often take close to an hour of practice for each one – hardly the mark of a casual-interest game. [July 2008, p.125]

What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this game is 8.0 (out of 10) based on 2 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

boy racer gave it a7:
What you have here is pretty much the same as Mario & Sonic at the Olympic games, although there are 24 mini games in this case. Controls are a breeze to learn, graphics are pretty nice, and the online multiplayer is the thing that makes the game. Good for short bursts of online gaming fun.

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