When I got my hands on this game I thought, Cool. A Motorcycle game. I like Motorcycles. This’ll be great. I did not take into consideration that maybe motorcycles didn’t like me back. MotoGP 20 was not afraid to enlighten me about the level of disrespect I showed presuming this would just be another Arcade Racer. And I was punished.
Story
MotoGP 20 has a deep and dynamic Career mode where you can create and manage your own team. Each decision you make affects the path you set for yourself and your crew. During this lengthy career you will be responsible for managing your resources wisely. Hiring, firing, researching and developing new parts & technologies, and much more. Whether you decide to sign a contract with an official 2020 team, or challenge the big boys with your own custom crew, when it comes time to hit the track, do so in style. With extensive options at your disposal create your own racer, customize your own bike, and tear up the track. Aside from that, there are several other modes to enjoy as well. Whether hopping on a quick race on your favorite track, or sliding into the Historic Riders mode, there’s plenty of ways to show off your skills. Or in my case, not so much.
Gameplay & Mechanics
MotoGP 20 is NOT an Arcade Racer. Welcome to the big leagues where the developer, Milestone, took realism seriously. Hit that turn too hard and you will be well-acquainted with the asphalt. Bump into another racer at over 100mph? Prepare for a nice group picnic on the side of the track. I spent more time on the floor than actually racing thanks to treating this like any ordinary arcade game. Every turn, every split second decision between braking or accelerating; to overtake or not to overtake. This was the most strategic racing game I’ve ever had the pleasure of letting play me. I had a great time and gained a new respect for the sport after a few hours getting competent enough to actually finish a race only to not realize that fuel management is an actual thing. I was not prepared.
Aesthetics & Sound
It’s rare that a videogame captures what going over 100mph looks like. MotoGP 20 stole my breath away in those moments where there’s nothing but me, a straight track, and just a few racers looking very overtakable. Milestone spent a lot of time modeling the bikes and the tracks. Great attention went into the small details and decals and I truly appreciated the artistry the team laid out.
Summary
MotoGP 20 is a face-paced, realistic racer with very few training wheels. It has several exciting modes that allow you to put your skills to the test and experience all the nuances of Milestone’s latest title. I enjoyed the time Milestone put into the Character & Graphic Editor, as well as the attention to detail that went into all the small nooks and crannies. If you’re a fan of MotoGP then this is the game for you.
8/10
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MotoGP 20 releases today for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Windows PC via Steam, Google Stadia, and Nintendo Switch.
Steam Review
As the (self-proclaimed) King of Casuals, I'm always seeking out new titles to play and experience across all platforms. Eventually, I have ambitions to take the many different styles of this medium to create titles that will wow the masses in fresh, innovative ways.
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