GR-UK writes: "What resonated most strongly with us is the sporty feel that underpins the action. Whilst you might be shooting rockets and lasers, or dropping explosive mines at opponent's feet, it doesn't feel violent in the way that so many other games from the same genre do. This must be commended, because the FPS genre could do with more of this attitude. This isn't about revelling in the virtual death of another, or blood splatter, or gruesome explosions, but more the feeling of eliminating an adversary from the game, of sending them to the bench whilst play carries on without them."
One Angry Gamer "Now here’s a bit of news you probably didn’t see coming: Nadeo has announced that you can gain free access to their ManiaPlanet games right now, no strings attached. You download the free demo and for 48 hours straight you can play the ManiaPlanet titles for free."
Shootmania Platform, developed by Nadeo, will be free in its current beta form for the whole summer.
The Trackmania games rarely go on sale, so getting any and/or all of them is a recommendation.
