1UP only had hands-on time with the game's arcade mode, which featured a single acceleration and single brake mapped to individual triggers (for comparison, sims usually offer dual braking). Based on their playtime, they'd put this new MotoGP squarely between Namco's older PS2 MotoGP games and THQ/Climax Racing's MotoGP series on Xbox and Xbox 360. The controls at this stage aren't as good as what you'll find in the Xbox games, but they're better than those in Namco's efforts. Little details like being able to tuck down behind the windscreen and drafting weren't present, but seeing that this was the arcade mode, 1UP isn't surprised at their omission.
Wiping out was more common than 1UP would have liked, though; the brakes are front-loaded, meaning that if the unibrake was applied too vigorously, the back tire hopped out when entering a turn. That said, 1UP hopes dual braking will make its way into the simulation modes. Finally, while the visual presentation may be comparable to Climax's MotoGP 07 on Xbox 360, in terms of gameplay, the jury's still out on whether this racer has the stuff to dethrone the current king.
"MotoGP™ 08 brings the premier motorcycling championship into your home! Speed down 18 official tracks all over the world including Indianapolis and Laguna Seca..."
Today, Capcom confirmed the release of the MOTO GP Demo, which is set to release on Xbox live, and the PLaystation Network, this Thursday, and is set to feature three modes,.....
Great love moto gp and f1 this year will be amazing for both series i just hope the games deliver as well moto gp 08 let me down i liked thq heaps more hope there is a happy medium.
Koku Gamer writes: "The racing genre is one just as varied as the vehicles it features – and no more specific is the motorbike racing scene. Unlike the more popular disciplines such as NASCAR, Formula 1 and the countless arcade and simulation titles, when it comes to motorbike racers, it hits a niche to be frank. More often than not, a game of such a style will appeal to people with a genuine interest in the motorsport, and due to its uniqueness, will deter casual gamers. MotoGP 08 however was set to change that, Capcom stating that its multi-tiered riding models would appeal, suit and attract both casual and serious racers alike. But was this enough to bring the game to the masses and revolutionize the genre?"
Too many game sites criticize this series, while it's one of the best motorcycle racing series out there.
