The Games: Summer Challenge is a worthy
sequel to MindSpan/Accolade’s classic Winter Challenge, this time based on
Summer Olympics games. Similar to its predecessor, Summer Challenge lets
you compete in 8 different events, each of which you can practice for as
long as you like before the tournament.
Summer Challenge is based on the same engine as Winter Challenge and
designed by the same team, so you can expect the same ease of use,
excellent graphics, and fun music. The events are archery, equestrian,
kayaking (my favorite), 400m hurdles, pole vault, high jump, javelin, and
cycling. You enter the tournament with up to 10 friends, or go solo
against the computer. I find that the game is a bit easier and more
repetitive than Winter Challenge in terms of actual gameplay: smacking the
ENTER key repeatedly is usually enough to win most events. Hand-eye
coordination is still key, but not as crucial as your finger reflexes.
Still, Summer Challenge is a lot of fun, especially in multiplayer mode.
Highly recommended, especially if you like Winter Challenge or Epyx sports
series.
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