Players Like...

❤ Bike Physics and Handling

Players praise the game's significant improvements to bike physics and handling compared to previous entries. The bikes now feel more grounded, with a greater sense of weight and inertia. Mastering cornering, braking, and landing jumps requires careful input, as the bikes respond realistically to player inputs, enabling techniques like scrubbing and whipping. However, some players feel the bikes can still feel a bit "floaty" at times.

❤ Rhythm Sections and Momentum Management

Maintaining momentum through the game's rhythm sections is crucial, as losing speed can severely impact a player's ability to keep up with the AI. Hitting these sections cleanly requires precision and anticipation, rewarding players who take the time to learn the tracks. The severe loss of momentum from mistakes like casing jumps forces players to carefully manage their speed and line choice.

❤ Challenging AI

The AI opponents pose a solid challenge, especially on higher difficulty settings. While some players feel the AI can be inconsistent, most agree that the AI provides a meaningful test of the player's skills. Beating the AI often requires mastering the game's mechanics and track knowledge, as simply having raw speed is not enough. The AI's ability to capitalize on the player's mistakes helps make each race feel like a genuine competition.

❤ Customization and Progression

Players can fine-tune various aspects of the bike's performance, as well as the rider's appearance and gear, allowing them to tailor the experience to their preferences. The career mode provides a sense of progression as players work to sign with different teams and unlock new, more powerful bike parts.