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Stars indicate the most critically-acclaimed games. |
"Wipeout Fusion" is in for some competition (if it is ever released!) with this anti-gravity racer which moves at 60 frames per second and features three modes (league, arcade, and time-trial) and two-player split-screen racing within a playable field of up to 12 bikes.
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more... 94
Gaming Maxx
Visually, be prepared to be stunned.
 90
GameZone
The sense of speed delivered is phenomenal, from the sounds of your bike revving at the beginning of the race (kind of like a jet engine...), to the smooth frame rate, you will certainly feel like you're shooting along at hundreds of miles per hour.
90
Yahoo! Games
The visual impact of the game is fantastic in terms of the surroundings that you race through, the shape of your bike and the track design.
90
PSX Nation
Extreme G3 is so good, that if and when "Wipeout Fusion" is ever released it will have to be such an amazing game to even kiss the shoes of G3.
90
Hot Games
Although there are a few minor annoyances, it’s unbelievable speed, mind-blowing tracks, and great upgrade selection make this a definite sleeper hit for racing fans.
89
Gamezilla!
Let me tell ya something -- XGIII is a flat-out, go-for-gonzo experience, the coolest racing game I've played in years.
86
GameSpot
A smart and solid racing game that provides an amazing feeling of true speed.
84
IGN
It's very fast, it's beautiful, and it's engaging, challenging and fun...In the racing category for the PS2 right now, there is nothing quite like XG3.
83
Gaming Age
A good game. A fast game. A beautiful game. It is also a short game - I beat it within a day. Now, keep in mind I've had more speeding tickets than you've had hot dinners.
80
Game Informer
As much fun as I had with Extreme G3, I have to give the slight nod to Kinetica in this issue's futuristic racer debate. [Nov 2001, p.110]
80
Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
You've never before experienced speed like this in a game. [Nov 2001, p.154]
80
GamePro
An intensely addictive, if not particularly innovative, racer.
80
TotalPlayStation
Until we see what "WipEout Fusion" can offer, it’s the best futuristic racing game available on the PS2.
79
Electric Playground
For strictly pedal to the metal action that requires leaving your brain in park, Extreme G3 is a blazingly fast and fun ride.
75
Core Magazine
XG3 features a thrilling sense of speed which more than makes up for a dull soundtrack and unoriginal environments.
75
GameShark
You'll be grinding your teeth every few minutes as you realize the difficulty that Acclaim has sunk into this thing.
70
Maxim Online
These intense, roller coaster–like tracks will twist and turn until you swallow your tongue and beg for mercy.
70
GamePen
The shortcomings in getting the player involved in the league mode are easily offset by the driving itself, which is strangely addicting even though it can be difficult and repetitive at times.
70
Adrenaline Vault
While there are a few glaring problems, most notably with the poorly implemented multiplayer features, plain jane graphics, and lackluster AI, XGIII Extreme G Racing is still fun to play.
62
Electronic Gaming Monthly
Even at those speeds, the heart-pounding moments are few and far between. [Nov 2001, p.206]
60
Next Generation Magazine
On the whole, this definitely delivers the rush speed freaks crave. [Dec 2001, p.105]
Ziggy Stardust gave it a 5: Tom L. gave it a 9: [Anonymous] gave it a 10: |
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