Review: Beach Buggy Racing (XB1)

by Jim Smale · Published July 1, 2015 · Updated July 6, 2015

Beach Buggy Racing is back with an explosive sequel! Drive into an action-packed, surprise-filled world of off-road kart racing mayhem. Race against a field of rival drivers, each with unique personalities and special abilities.

Pros:

big chunky HD graphics.
Mario Kart influenced gameplay.
Opening tutorial.
Simple controls.
Daily challenges.
Online and offline modes.
Offline supports up to 6 players splitscreen
Online leaderboards for each track in each mode.
Collect coins by racing.
Upgrade car stats like acceleration, top speed, handling and strength. Upgrading increases your overall BHP.
Paint car and add decals and change designs.
Full stats and progress breakdown.
Each level has 3 stars to earn. Stars unlock new races.
Unlock new cars and drivers.
Every character has a unique special attack that can be used once charged.
Power ups section details every power up and what they do.
Collect and use power ups in game just like Mario Kart.
9 Championships each raising the difficulty.
Various Enviroments ranging from markets to jungles to caves to beaches.
Family fun vibe to the whole game.
End of championship boss race.
Good tight handling that can be improved with the stat
Intro for every level.
1000 Gamerscore.
Pick up and play.
10 characters to unlock and use.
Top bar shows racer positions.
If you upgrade your car too much for a race, the game will automatically downgrade the car for you whilst keeping the upgrades for after.
Jump starts are your new boost starts.
Quick race is pick a car and track and off you go.
Championship is a standalone here’s a car and a championship affair.
Different race types like races, elimination, time attack and smash targets.
Split screen allows you to pick what part of the screen you want. change paint job, decals and BHP class.

Cons:

Cheap AI especially in the later levels.
No camera controls.
Difficulty spikes.
Handling is harsh at first.
Cannot shoot backwards.
No AI in Split screen races.

In Summary, The game is a lot of fun! It is a joy to play and looks really good. it’s one of those games that is just smile inducing fun. It’s a simple well used concept but the execution is top notch. it’s a game you can just put on and relax with. With a low price point and hours of fun to be had, Its worth owning this little gem.