Written by Anthony L. Cuaycong
Title: Touring Karts
Developer: Ivanovich Games
Publisher: Ivanovich Games
Genre: Arcade, Racing
Price: $19.99
Also Available On: Steam
Touring Karts, from developer Ivanovich Games based out of Barcelona, Spain, tries to fill a void on the Sony PlayStation VR. While seemingly absent competition as just the second kart racing game to be offered for the headset, it aims to please all the same. No less than 22 tracks and 30 fully customizable vehicles are on offer, with clearly defined objectives bent on moving the proceedings along at a heady pace. The animated look and humorous take on developments complement the simple, if engrossing, gameplay.
As with any other PS VR title, Touring Karts delivers much of the enjoyment in the way it presents the competition. Handling is quick and responsive regardless of choice of apparatus, and the visuals and sounds prove appropriately immersive. Up to eight players online can race, with nary ang discernible lags. Meanwhile, all the little touches are appreciated; from busy backgrounds to obviously trivial but nonetheless fun options on tap, it aims to go the extra mile. The intent is to win, of course, but the extra effort in making the journey worthwhile becomes crucial to highlighting the destination.
There are certainly better racers in the market. But VR racers? Touring Karts takes the cake. It's right at the $19.99 sweet spot for wacky combinations of power-ups and non-stop action. And trophy hunters will be glad to note that it's generous in its supply of easily attainable achievements — in other words, exactly what is needed by way of incentive to stay home in the time of COVID-19.
THE GOOD
- Various VR and non-VR gameplay alternatives on tap
- Superb handling
- Excellent customization options
- Online matches across platforms easy to set up
THE BAD
- Evident lack of visual sharpness
- Audio mix could be better
- Best taken in spurts
RATING: 7.5/10
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