Descenders

 Xbox One
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Multiplayer.it
    May 15, 2019
    70
    Descenders could be a pleasure to play if it weren't for the inconsistency of the frame-rate and other technical issues.

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User Score
6.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 34 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 34
  3. Negative: 10 out of 34
  1. Xbox_Alive
    May 18, 2018
    9
    Can anybody remember the PS2 game Downhill Domination? Well I certainly can and to say I had many enjoyable moments with that game would be aCan anybody remember the PS2 game Downhill Domination? Well I certainly can and to say I had many enjoyable moments with that game would be a massive understatement. It’s a shame then that there hasn’t been any other game’s really like that over the years, that is until now. The game in question that has delivered to me just as much enjoyment as the aforementioned Downhill Domination is called Descenders and it’s just released into Xbox’s Game Preview Program. You wouldn’t think it though because there isn’t too much wrong with it already. Riding around on your bike at insane speeds feels absolutely awesome and I was very impressed with the bike physics. I was also impressed with the controls in the game. The controls feel great and hold up really well throughout your time with the game, which is great because obviously this is a very important aspect in a game like this. In fact when it comes to the problems the game has there isn’t a great deal. It does suffer with a few technical issues every now and then but that’s to be expected in the game’s early stages. These problems though are very easy to look past, so there aren’t any game-breaking issues thankfully. In terms of content there isn’t a great deal for you to sink your teeth into yet and I would like to see some online multiplayer options in the future. I will say though that the content that is here has been done very well and the best thing is that it has a decent amount of variety. This variety is present a great deal in the tracks you can race on and the added bonus is that they allow you to have a lot of freedom when riding as well. If you like changing the look of your character and other things then you will be pleased to know that there is a lot of variety present here as well. This without a doubt gives the game a lot of replayability because when you complete a level you end up unlocking new items which definitely makes the game have a rewarding feeling. Another thing that’s very rewarding is the presentation side of the game. I must admit that I was very impressed with the visuals and sound design in the game because the amount of immersion that’s created from the visuals and sound design is absolutely brilliant. At the end of the day I’m extremely excited to watch Descenders grow over the coming months because the main aspects of the game are already very good and with more content and a few issues removed I can see this being a game I enjoy for a very long time. Those of you who have never purchased a game in the Game Preview Program before should definitely make this one of the first games you do purchase in the program.… Full Review »
  2. Umbreavell
    Jul 9, 2019
    10
    I really LOVE this game! The songs, the environment, the gameplay, it's so amazing!!!
  3. Ottalaus_saus
    Apr 13, 2023
    9
    Pretty fun. Music is great, I was vibing through it.

    Only con is the graphics. A lot of pop in, however youre going very fast at times so    Pretty fun. Music is great, I was vibing through it.

    Only con is the graphics. A lot of pop in, however youre going very fast at times so it's understandable. It is an xbox one game after all.    … Full Review »
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