Unit 2 - Review

Chill Out

Watch out Coolboarders, there is a fierce competitor on the tracks.

‘Chill’ is a radical new snowboarding game that’s sure to raise some eyebrows.

It has to be a little bit different from those in it’s field for it to be  a hit, and have wider tracks and more precision in background graphics than any other snow boarding game on Playstation.

‘Chill’ is definitely unique.

Each course is magnificently crafted to allow you to carve your choice of 21 ‘Burton’ boards however you see fit.

There are 4 players to chose from (in two player mode they can race each other) and a great list of obstacles to jump and slide over.

There is even a mad halfpipe incorporated into the course on which you can perform a range of crazy-named tricks like chicken salad and butter muffin.

And in one course you fly off a cliff face and activate a parachute, which you have to steer to a safe landing at the bottom of the mountain.

‘Chill’ will take you many hours of quality time on the couch with a group of friends to perfect… but when you do, you will truly appreciate the many fine aspects of this game.

There is a seriously cool video to this game (very MTV), which samples some of the groovy beats and funky rap that you will later be cruising down the mountain to.

Overall ‘Chill’ is a must-have for all you winter sports fans out there - Get it NOW!

Knowledge -

1.  What system does this game use? A playstation

2. What is ‘Chill’? Hanging out, or relaxing.

3. How many players are there to chose from? There are 4 players to choose from

Comprehension -
4. When is this game available in shops?  Explain.
5. Is this a game which is easily mastered?  Explain.
6. Does the reviewer think this is a good game?  Explain.

Application -
7. What category would you place this game under in the shop, e.g. educational, mystery? Explain.
8. What questions would you ask the reviewer regarding ‘Chill’? Explain.

Thinking beyond...

Analysis -

How is this review similar to a book review? Explain.

Synthesis -

Devise your own way of presenting a review of a game you have enjoyed.  Present a demonstration to the class.

Evaluation -

Prepare a list of features or characteristics used to judge a game.  Which are most important?

Hands on -

Organise a game swap amongst your class.  Set up a filing system (google doc) to keep track of who has which game and when it is due back.