- Publisher: Invisible Handlebar
- Release Date: Feb 15, 2008
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At the very worst, it's an ingenious multimedia toy that'll have you dusting off the untouched corners of your MP3 collection for a few happy evenings. But for those twitching fingers that still enjoy the thrill of the high score, Audiosurf has the potential to become a bite-sized obsession thanks to its quick fix gameplay and infinite musical possibilities.
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AudioSurf is very good value for money. It’s fun, fresh, and addicting.
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Obviously a work of passion, Audiosurf is a game that must not be missed by anyone, especially with an above average interest in music.
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The game is simple, addictive, and fun, and the way the track moves and shakes to the beat of the music will keep your attention much better than most casual games.
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The basic fusion of the core puzzle gameplay and the dynamic spin that the music applies to this is delightfully successful in itself, but is stretched even further by a drive for perfection.
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The arcade style of gameplay in which the difficulty increases to make new levels more challenging is going to bore the novelty seekers, but hardcores will appreciate the virtually unlimited replay value, the two-player mode, and the online leaderboard.
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I can see anyone coming back to this again and again over the next few years, and that's more than enough to justify the peanuts they're asking for Audiosurf.
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A better fusion of casual and hardcore gameplay styles would be difficult to come by, particularly one with such boundless source material. The game is yours to manipulate as it readily acquiesces to your mood, making it a worth playing on nearly any occasion, for any reason, for any person.
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Audiosurf is an experience unlike any other, and at very least deserves kudos for that. The best part is the game is only $10, and that's a great value for what you get.
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The game is simple, it is good, it includes the Orange Box soundtrack, and it's a 10-dollar title that will outlast many 50-dollar games. No more words are necessary; only action is needed.
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A blissful union of game and music.
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games(TM)A game that almost anyone with a love of music will enjoy. [Apr 2008, p.122]
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As any addicting game goes, you can lose hours in its flashy presentation or just play a few songs before going to bed at night. Either way you will get your moneys worth.
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AceGamezAudiosurf revels in its simplicity.
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Audiosurf takes the other approach: It breaks down your mp3s and lets you play a game on top of them, in the form of a spaceship that has to race on a winding track while stars explode at the sound of a hi-hat.
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PC Zone UKA technological feat mingled with a fun, yet shallow game. [May 2008, p.76]
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While the game at its heart may be simple, and the presentation equally so, AudioSurf’s near perfect melding of music and gameplay guarantees your fiver will be well spent. That’s right – a fiver.
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PC FormatThe connection with the song and tapping into your musical taste is enthralling, but the project ins't quite all it could be... yet. [May 2008, p.110]
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Audiosurf's addictive gameplay is a fun new way to experience your music collection.
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Frankly, if your pocket allows it, skip the demo version and just buy the game directly - I guarantee you won't regret it.
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PC GamerAudiosurf is about experiencing music with more than your ears. [June 2008, p.75]
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Of all the games in this feature, Audiosurf is the one most reassuringly rich in innovation and potential, and proves beyond question that plastic instruments and pricey downloadable content are not the be-all and end-all of the rhythm action genre.
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If you're really into your music collection and want to do something with it besides listen to it, you'll love AudioSurf.
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Pelit (Finland)A very relaxing music game where you pilot a futuristic vehicle and race different tracks. You can add your own music into the game and the songs will be transformed into new racing tracks, so you will always have plenty of different types of tracks. The game mechanics and graphics are pretty simple, which is a bit disappointing. [May 2008]
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PC PowerPlayThe exhilarating rush of climbing a hill as a song builds up, and crashing down a slope as the music explodes through the speakers is incredible. At first it may seem like a fancy visualiser, but after mastering the more difficult modes it becomes insanely addictive. [May 2008, p.65]
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 621 out of 768
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Mixed: 117 out of 768
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Negative: 30 out of 768
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SilasCalzasNov 6, 2008
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KeithB.Mar 4, 2008This game is by far the best way to enjoy your music, it's fun, addictive and fast.
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PolarniM.Mar 6, 2008