Fatal Inertia EX

 PlayStation 3
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  • Summary: (Downloadable game) Fatal Inertia EX features a never-before-seen environment exclusive to the PS3. Situated amidst scorching desert dunes, the Fatal Inertia Proving Grounds is a mecca for aspiring flight jocks driven to prepare themselves for the mental and physical punishment of(Downloadable game) Fatal Inertia EX features a never-before-seen environment exclusive to the PS3. Situated amidst scorching desert dunes, the Fatal Inertia Proving Grounds is a mecca for aspiring flight jocks driven to prepare themselves for the mental and physical punishment of low-altitude combat maneuvering. Along with offering a restructured training curriculum, the Proving Grounds are also home to the game's eight new tracks. A re-tuned flight model improves handling and achieves higher speeds than previously seen. The game's newly-added "Master" level Quick Races will push the fastest men and women to their limit. Fatal Inertia EX delivers heightened visuals which include new weather effects, significant scenery enhancements, and an overhauled garage for racecraft customization. Spread across 59 courses in seven exotic high-definition environments including lush rainforests, massive glacier fields, and canyons of razor-sharp rock, the beauty of Fatal Inertia EX could easily mask the harrowing thrills in this high-speed contest of champions. [Koei]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 20
  3. Negative: 3 out of 20
  1. GamePro
    90
    The learning curve is gradual but the action starts from your first race and never lets up. Fans of racing games will like this title especially ones who want a little something more.
  2. Game Chronicles
    84
    But for those looking to hone their high-speed racing and combat skills in the great outdoors, Fatal Inertia EX is a great place to race.
  3. Total Video Games
    75
    I was actually surprised at how much I enjoyed Fatal Inertia EX. It's not that it's an absolutely incredible game, but the willingness to go back to the drawing board and tweak or change some options (stuff like removing the free-point races, for instance) meant the game turned out far better than the original release.
  4. GameSpot
    65
    Improvements over the original release of this sci-fi racer don't make up for its floaty controls and poor item balance.
  5. PSM3 Magazine UK
    64
    It has the power, but lacks the performance. [July 2008, p.78]
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  6. Eurogamer
    60
    Most of the problems stem from the fact that it remains a muddled, undiscerning diner at the racing game buffet table, trying to cram its plate with sleek supersonic futuristic racing, rough and tumble rally racing and knockabout arcade power-up kart racing all at the same time.
  7. games(TM)
    30
    Futuristic racing never felt so outdated. [Sept 2008, p.117]
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  2. Mixed: 2 out of 4
  3. Negative: 2 out of 4
  1. the_blueprint
    Dec 17, 2013
    5
    Not a bad game but what does it want exactly? Not enough depth for it to be a racer but too much skill is needed for it to be a cart racer.Not a bad game but what does it want exactly? Not enough depth for it to be a racer but too much skill is needed for it to be a cart racer. Besides: why is this game not in 4 player split screen.
    A had fun for a while and then it got dull on my own.    … Expand
  2. F3T1W
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    Warm nostalgic game, with cool physics, landscapes and especially debuffs on enemies, generally average
  4. Bellicose
    Nov 16, 2014
    4
    Terrible AI. It doesn't matter if you're a world-class pro, the game will keep the opponents immediately behind you. It doesn't matter ifTerrible AI. It doesn't matter if you're a world-class pro, the game will keep the opponents immediately behind you. It doesn't matter if there are more opportune targets, the AI will save its weapons to ensure the player doesn't place on the podium. Couple this with bugs that mean the game doesn't always actually count your successes, and it's a very frustrating experience.… Expand
  5. js
    Jul 9, 2008
    1
    one of the dullest racing games i've ever played. no skill to it at all, just hold down x and steer your hovercraft thing through gates.one of the dullest racing games i've ever played. no skill to it at all, just hold down x and steer your hovercraft thing through gates. you can "strafe" and use weapons and brake and go up and down, but theres never any reason to unless you are bored (which is likely). looks nice but there is a lot more to a game than presentation.… Expand

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