Pocketbike Racer

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Mixed or average reviews- based on 26 Ratings

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  • Summary: [Playable on the Xbox and Xbox 360. Available only at Burger King Restaurants from Nov. 19 through Dec. 24, 2006 for $3.99 and the purchase of a BK Value Meal.] Welcome to the wild world of Pocketbike racing where players race the King and his miniature motorbike crew through five fun, yet[Playable on the Xbox and Xbox 360. Available only at Burger King Restaurants from Nov. 19 through Dec. 24, 2006 for $3.99 and the purchase of a BK Value Meal.] Welcome to the wild world of Pocketbike racing where players race the King and his miniature motorbike crew through five fun, yet challenging speedways. Each track varies in level of difficulty and players navigate long straights, tight bends and sharp turns at high speeds while attempting to earn enhancements and tools that they can use to gain an advantage over opponents. Featuring HAVE IT YOUR WAY customization options, players select a bike and a driver and then hit the track of their choice of a BURGER KING restaurant parking lot, a construction site, a backyard, the King's garden or the fabled Fantasy Ranch set. In addition to individual play, four players can race against each other in classic split-screen set-up or eight players can battle it out online using XBOX Live. [King Games]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 12
  3. Negative: 3 out of 12
  1. AceGamez
    70
    Pocketbike Racer is in no way the next coming of kart racers, but as a wallet-friendly arcade game it more than serves its role as an amusing piece of gaming software for the casual audience.
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  2. 1UP
    65
    While the online play is a mess, the offline content is definitely worth a run-through, as well as the $3.99 price tag.
  3. Official Xbox Magazine
    65
    The stop-and-go action, the occasional jumps, and the sheer ridiculousness of what you're taking part in lends every race a manic aspect that elicits more giggles than groans. [Holiday 2006, p.78]
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  4. G4 TV
    60
    The online mode in PocketBike Racer is fantastic...when it works. If you can get through random crashes and dropped games, the title has a nice, robust, eight-player online mode.
  5. GameSpot
    51
    Pocketbike Racer is a bad kart-racing game that's often broken.
  6. GamePro
    50
    Unfortunately, once you remove the lovable Nintendo characters from the formula and replace them with soulless agents of advertising, you've lost most of the appeal. You're left with a slightly disturbing and shameful mockery of what was once a cherished wholesome media icon; sort of like Michael Jackson.
  7. Gaming Target
    36
    Battle royale effectively spruces up an otherwise dull game, but even this mode isn’t an ultimate savior.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 19
  3. Negative: 2 out of 19
  1. MikeG.
    Jan 19, 2007
    10
    The only bad thing about this game is that it ends but the online multiplayer almost makes up for it woo hoo.
  2. Genux
    Dec 16, 2019
    10
    Third Best Kart Racing Series behind M&Ms Kart Racing and Garfield Kart 1 and 2
  4. ACE5
    Nov 23, 2006
    8
    For a game that only cost 4 bucks, I was surprised that this little game was actually fun. It is not great in any way, but it is like a cheap For a game that only cost 4 bucks, I was surprised that this little game was actually fun. It is not great in any way, but it is like a cheap version of mario kart on small bikes. This game is actually better than the other BK games. I hope they allow them to make more cheap games.… Expand
  5. PabloG.
    Jan 29, 2007
    8
    Very good game for the price. 4 modes of play, online and offline multiplayer, lots of achievements, and decent fun. Remember, you get what Very good game for the price. 4 modes of play, online and offline multiplayer, lots of achievements, and decent fun. Remember, you get what you payed for. This isn't a $60 game, it's $4 and well worth it.… Expand
  6. Mr.Review
    Dec 18, 2006
    7
    The funny and oddly ironic association with Pocketbike Racer is the simple fact that it is a legitimately fun game. pocketbike offers a few The funny and oddly ironic association with Pocketbike Racer is the simple fact that it is a legitimately fun game. pocketbike offers a few ludicrous playable characters, featuring a whopper, the King himself, and showcasing the amazing racing talents of Brook Burke; in all her mediocre glory. five reasonably interesting courses, ranging from a construction building to a King's garden, cover the whole of Pocketbike. The online play is a fun addition as well, and quite warming and approachable. In short, pocketbike racing is fun, and though it cannot rival the likes of many in its genre, it is still entirely enjoyable. PBR is worth owning, and you have another month to obtain the greatest deal next to the Lousiana Purchase.… Expand
  7. jakomocha
    Feb 20, 2012
    7
    Pocketbike Racer is an enjoyable yet generic racer. It does not do anything new to the racing genre, although it offers many types of gamePocketbike Racer is an enjoyable yet generic racer. It does not do anything new to the racing genre, although it offers many types of game modes for a $5 game. I had fun with it and liked the ability to make your own character. Unfortunately, no one is ever on the online mode so it is hard to play with others online. However, playing locally with friends is a blast. The game was definitely made to be played with friends as it is not as fun when I am playing by myself. For $5, I had a great time with this game and if you find it on eBay or Amazon you should get it if you are looking for a fun racing game for a cheap price. Unfortunately, it is completely unoriginal, but for its price that doesn't matter.… Expand
  8. Lil_Caucasian
    Jul 3, 2022
    4
    It's basically a worse (but funnier) version of Mario Kart that has Burger King characters.

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Awards & Rankings

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#83 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2006
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#42 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2006
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#65 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2006