Ski and Shoot is a fun game, but it's not for everyone. Races can easily last up to fifteen minutes and you will have to stroke with your arms nearly the entire time. A more stylistic approach might have appealed to a broader Wii crowd where the game's actual attempt at reality style falls short. Controls are solid and you can really feel a difference as you uprgrade you character stats. All in all Ski and Shoot is a well controlled idea stuck in a stylistically impaired package.
Presentation - 7.0
Graphics - 6.0
Sound - 6.5
Gameplay - 6.5
Lasting Appeal - 6.5
Overall -
PSX Extreme writes: "The world of video game sports is similar to the world of real-life sports: each sport has a distinct level of popularity in the U.S., and of course, the big ones are football, baseball, basketball, and hockey. Worldwide, soccer is the sport of choice, which is why soccer video games also do very well in terms of sales. But there are more obscure sports out there, and for the most part, the winter events typically aren't a major focal point of attention, which is why skiing games can't be considered 'blockbusters.'"
CheatCC says: "Overall, the problem with Ski and Shoot is not so much that it's a truly terrible game, but that the subject matter simply doesn't translate into a fun gaming experience."
DSmooth and Codemonkey are back with a normal show this week. From covering the latest gaming news, to the big new releases, to handling listener feedback, the show is sure to please. Combine that with a spot on Calacanis and Dvorak and you've got a weird, weird episode.
Code and Smooth discuss Prince of Persia Prodigy, before ripping to shreds Destroy All Humans! Path of the Furon, Ski & Shoot, Family Party: 30 Great Games, and Prince of Persia: The Fallen King.
