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Trials Fusion Game review by Chad Sapieha, Common Sense Media
Common Sense says
age 12+
Creative, social racer lets kids learn from fun, risky ride. PlayStation 4, Windows, Xbox 360, Xbox One $19.99 2014
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WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW Parents need to know Trials Fusion is a fun motorcycle racing game that stands out from the crowd with its social options as well as creative opportunities. Riders do frequently crash in a very painful-looking fashion; The game never implies that they're seriously injured (they immediately respawn after perilous drops and crushing collisions), but that may simply end up convincing young and impressionable players that the risks of real-world motorcycle driving aren't as great as they really are. This important concern aside, the game offers a positive social gaming experience thanks to its enjoyable local four-player competitive mode. Plus, a deep and empowering track editor allows kids to explore and express their digital creativity creating their own tracks. Continue reading
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WHAT'S IT ABOUT? Building on the mammoth success of its predecessors, TRIALS FUSION puts you in control of motorcycle riders traversing extraordinarily dangerous courses. Players work through a campaign of around 60 progressively difficult tracks in which they'll cross lethal gaps while performing outrageous stunts, earning medals, cash, and experience along the way. While the courses appear in three dimensions, the action is limited to just two, which means steering isn’t a factor. All players need do is adjust throttle and brakes, control how much their rider leans forward or back to shift his weight, and -- new in this edition -- perform midair tricks by manipulating the right control stick. Outside of the campaign kids can play in local (and, coming soon, online) Continue reading
IS IT ANY GOOD? Trials Fusion isn't quite a complete game at launch, since it's missing some key bits slated for later introduction (including online tournaments). But what's here is still pretty impressive. The campaign takes hours to work through and will help players hone their riding skills. Local four-player multiplayer events, meanwhile, make for a fun and addictive social gaming experience. Plus, the game looks absolutely gorgeous on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, making full use of these advanced consoles' processing power. But the real appeal for many will be the empowering track editor, which allows players to create tracks every bit as complex, Continue reading
TALK TO YOUR KIDS ABOUT ... Families can talk about the impact of racing games on young drivers. How might these games impact the real-world road habits of people just learning to drive? Families can talk about social gaming. What's different about playing games with friends compared to watching TV or a movie with your buddies? When playing games with friends do you prefer it if they're in the same room or online?
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GAME DETAILS Platforms: PlayStation 4, Windows, Xbox 360, Xbox One Subjects: Science: momentum, motion, physics Hobbies: building, sports Skills: Creativity: imagination, making new creations Communication: friendship building, listening Tech Skills: digital creation, using and applying technology Continue reading
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