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Players consistently praise the game's realistic and simulation-focused approach to snowboarding. Seasoned snowboarders note the game captures the precise feel and physics of snowboarding, with one reviewer stating it is "the only game you can play realistically." Players appreciate the emphasis on using edges and balance to execute tricks, rather than arcadey button presses.
Reviewers favorably compare the control scheme to classics like the Amped series, highlighting the high level of nuance and control. One player states the "controls are tight" and the game "feels great to play." While another notes the controls can be "tricky to learn at first," the "overall flow of the gameplay is a different level of satisfying."
Players appreciate the depth and realism of the trick system, with one reviewer stating the feeling of executing aerial maneuvers is "as good as it looks." However, some point out inconsistencies in trick registration, particularly when riding switch. Overall, the consensus is the trick system provides a satisfying snowboarding experience.
Reviewers highlight the joy of freely exploring the open world and simply riding, with one player describing the thrill of "bombing down a slope and hitting a perfect flip." The large environments and ability to discover new lines and features is a major draw.
Players appreciate features like the "re-shred" function, which allows quickly retrying sections of runs. The ability to customize the player's appearance and equipment is also noted as a positive, with one reviewer stating there is "tons of room for creativity."