Mark McMorris Infinite Air

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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 37 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 8 out of 37
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  1. Union10
    Oct 27, 2016
    8
    So far the most enjoyable snowboard sim to be released IMO. However, this all depends on what you will be looking for the game to provide. For those who are arcade style fans, this game will most likely not be for you.

    As others have mentioned, there is a learning curve involved that requires a lot of practice and patience. Unfortunately in this age of instant gratification, there seems    So far the most enjoyable snowboard sim to be released IMO. However, this all depends on what you will be looking for the game to provide. For those who are arcade style fans, this game will most likely not be for you.

    As others have mentioned, there is a learning curve involved that requires a lot of practice and patience. Unfortunately in this age of instant gratification, there seems to be a large crowd who will claim the controls to be broken and not worth it. When was the last time you were able to pull off a clean backside 540 mute with only one run under your belt in real life? This form of session and practice is what the devs were going for in this game, so recognize diligence is where the reward is here.

    In saying that, there is some unrealistic ways your rider can spin and torque. This will anger the purists out there, but on the flipside recognize that the devs are doing the best they can to tailor to a full community of players. There will be those who simply want to huck themselves off of a cliff and have a chance of landing something that would otherwise kill you in real life. This is a delicate balance but one where the controls in game give you the freedom to ride how you would like. Don't want to throw a ridiculous 2800 quad cork? Then ease up on the time you hold the triggers and you'll throw down a smooth 900.

    Graphical fit and polish is decent but not mind blowing. Let's remember that this is not a AAA title and there are budgets that exist out there. The fact that HB was able to hit the game physics as well as they have deserves kudos. There is a mountain editor within game that should really excite those with creative minds. It allows for a lot of options within reason to create runs and parks you dream of in real life. I would love to see a bit more rider/gear customization in game but the devs have stated they hope to add more going forward.

    Which brings me to my final point. The devs have been incredibly involved with the community and have actively been engaging in pertinent conversations regarding game content. This to me shows a passion for their creation and a willingness to create the best version of Infinite Air as possible. Again, possible being the key word here. Money nor time grows on trees so there will be limitations to what they can provide. Let us respect that as a gaming and rider community.

    For those who have the patience and enjoy putting in work for the sake of reward, I believe you will enjoy this game. If you have a background in snowboarding, I believe you will enjoy this game. If you can look at the development of a first iteration game considering all things, I believe you will enjoy this game. For $50, I would say support a largely realistic snowboard sim from a developer who has shown the humble capacity to listen and provide. Happy shredding!    … Expand
  2. scottyhi897
    Oct 26, 2016
    9
    So i bought infinite air yesterday after seeing so many people talking about it, i've got to say its really great it feels some what like skate but with a much steeper learning curve, you can make the game play really realistic or really arcade like. There's also a great level editor with unlimited potential and people have already started sharing their maps. I would recommend everyone whoSo i bought infinite air yesterday after seeing so many people talking about it, i've got to say its really great it feels some what like skate but with a much steeper learning curve, you can make the game play really realistic or really arcade like. There's also a great level editor with unlimited potential and people have already started sharing their maps. I would recommend everyone who loves snowboarding.… Expand
  3. Doomhammer
    Oct 29, 2016
    10
    - Start Game
    - Skip Tutorials
    - Jump in Helicopter, find Mt. Everest, fly to summit
    - take ridiculous jump at 80 mph, set world records for air-time, spins, and flips simultaneously
    - miraculously land
    - hit outcropping of rock and watch carcass hurl helplessly down the rest of the mountain... at 80 mph

    11/10 , would simulate the greatest snowboarding death of all time again
  4. tstorm004
    Oct 27, 2016
    9
    Excellent snowboarding simulation game.

    Hard to master but deep controls and physics based trick system. It's a very satisfying feeling to nail a cork or a nollie nose press on a rail. The controls will take some practice, so be prepared to fumble about for the first hour or so until it clicks, much like getting used to the flick-it controls in the first Skate game, but with slightly    Excellent snowboarding simulation game.

    Hard to master but deep controls and physics based trick system. It's a very satisfying feeling to nail a cork or a nollie nose press on a rail. The controls will take some practice, so be prepared to fumble about for the first hour or so until it clicks, much like getting used to the flick-it controls in the first Skate game, but with slightly more in depth mechanics.

    Mountain editing tool seems very neat and I'm excited to see what people make with it.

    The game could use a bit more polish around the edges, but the core gameplay systems feel great, and the devs have a history of supporting their games well after launch (The Golf Club)

    We finally have a great Snowboarding game this generation. Probably my favorite since Amped 2.    … Expand
  5. Yekrut
    Oct 28, 2016
    3
    Unfortunately, not the game I was hoping for. After Skate came out, I couldn't wait for someone to make a realistic snowboard game a la AMPED 2. From the adverts and previews, Infinite Air seemed to tick all the right boxes. Having played the game for about 5 hours, I have to say it is disappointing.

    My biggest gripe are the controls. They take a tremendous amount of time to get used    Unfortunately, not the game I was hoping for. After Skate came out, I couldn't wait for someone to make a realistic snowboard game a la AMPED 2. From the adverts and previews, Infinite Air seemed to tick all the right boxes. Having played the game for about 5 hours, I have to say it is disappointing.

    My biggest gripe are the controls. They take a tremendous amount of time to get used to, and are simply not intuitive. I have a much easier time landing a quad cork 2160 than landing a cork 720. There is simply no easy way to slow or speed a spin down once it is initiated, and the torquing system is much too sensitive.

    In addition to that, the game is quite rough around the edges. Speed is too fast for most situations, there is a lot of pop-in, and you can often get stuck in glitchy spots.

    Finally, the career is very simplistic and short lived. The game has no narrative and becomes repetitive very quickly.    … Expand
  6. ABN
    Nov 8, 2016
    9
    IF you snowboard in real life and you want a game that will challenge you, you will enjoy this game. If you like SSX or the Tony Hawk series of arcadish extreme sports games (not that there's anything wrong with that), you will not enjoy this game. I love this game. The game does not really have a career mode, but that is not what it is about. The game is about creating andIF you snowboard in real life and you want a game that will challenge you, you will enjoy this game. If you like SSX or the Tony Hawk series of arcadish extreme sports games (not that there's anything wrong with that), you will not enjoy this game. I love this game. The game does not really have a career mode, but that is not what it is about. The game is about creating and shredding...there's not much else to it. The animations are excellent and you can snowboard as realistically as you would like or you can pull off crazy moves. I have already spent hours just chilling, listening to music, and shredding. The only reason this game did not receive a 10 from me is that it tends to not run very well. If there is a lot on screen it will stutter and that is distracting. Hopefully they release some updates down the road that help it run smoother. A lot of people have been complaining about the controls and I'm not entirely sure why. Sure, the controls are complex, but if you were to design a game that allows you to control many aspects of a snowboarder, they would need to be complex. Once you get the hang of it this game is truly a joy. Grab a beer (or soda or whatever), sit back, put on some good background music, and shred.… Expand
  7. taxial
    Jan 9, 2017
    9
    Technically complex, robust animation system, and world creation / editor. This isn't a Tony Hawk type snowboarding game. It takes finesse. I like snowboard games. This is easily my favorite. I play almost every day even if it's for 20 minutes. I'll get lost in it once or twice a week for hours..... Once you get the controls dialed it's sooooo SLICK. And even then it takes totalTechnically complex, robust animation system, and world creation / editor. This isn't a Tony Hawk type snowboarding game. It takes finesse. I like snowboard games. This is easily my favorite. I play almost every day even if it's for 20 minutes. I'll get lost in it once or twice a week for hours..... Once you get the controls dialed it's sooooo SLICK. And even then it takes total concentration if you want to make it look as good as it feels. It is not a button masher. Technical controls like (*Half pulls on the triggers with gradual pressure) count towards making your rider really become one with the snow.

    I can't give it a 10 because the game is not perfect. There are some end game editor, options, and controls that can be added. The team that work on this game are always improving it and I can't wait for the next update. I thinks worth more than a 8 though - I love it so much and think that anybody who wants a snowboarding game to play like a snowboarding game should.... well you need to play this... and take your time to get good at it.    … Expand
  8. Mrick
    Jan 2, 2017
    10
    Base on 80 hours :
    Infinite AIr is the most authentic snowboarding game ever made. Learning curve is massive, animations are impressive, sound design is nearly perfect and, the most important, gameplay is fantastic. Don't trust official reviewers and try this game (free demo on steam).
  9. shlammer
    Dec 29, 2016
    9
    Don't miss this one. And the price is unbeatable. Best snowboarding experience, hands down.

    + Physics are spot on. + Mountains are all unique and endless. + Graphics, animations, bloom and motion blur blend really well. + After a bit of practice so much fun to just Pick up and Shred!! - Multiplayer is limited, hopefully it is updated or given DLC in the future. Every time I    Don't miss this one. And the price is unbeatable. Best snowboarding experience, hands down.

    + Physics are spot on.
    + Mountains are all unique and endless.
    + Graphics, animations, bloom and motion blur blend really well.
    + After a bit of practice so much fun to just Pick up and Shred!!

    - Multiplayer is limited, hopefully it is updated or given DLC in the future.

    Every time I play I enjoy the Daily Challenge, finding new lines, revisiting awesome locations, building a sweet spot to session, inviting a friend to park laps, recording a rail or jump session, setting high scores online, and sharing builds with the community. 9/10    … Expand
  10. Mykool
    Dec 22, 2016
    10
    The SKATE of snowboard games. Very rough learning curve compared to other "press A to jump games" but once you begin to understand the physics and controls you will be in heaven. This game offers such an odd sense of satisfaction when you finally nail that one trick just how you imagined it or you can just zone out, ride back country, create your own perfect park, or browse other customThe SKATE of snowboard games. Very rough learning curve compared to other "press A to jump games" but once you begin to understand the physics and controls you will be in heaven. This game offers such an odd sense of satisfaction when you finally nail that one trick just how you imagined it or you can just zone out, ride back country, create your own perfect park, or browse other custom parks. This game does have some small flaws but i can easily overlook them, the continuing attention and updates from Devs and fun factor of this game bode well for the future of this game.… Expand
  11. OMG_VTAK
    Dec 22, 2016
    9
    I have to admit this is one of the best snowboarding games I've ever played. At first it may be extremely difficult to maneuver your controller to initiate grabs, rails, spins, or off-axis tricks, but once when you get the groove going, the game is SO much more enjoyable. You practically develop your own style in this game. With all the new updates they have released, the gameplay feels soI have to admit this is one of the best snowboarding games I've ever played. At first it may be extremely difficult to maneuver your controller to initiate grabs, rails, spins, or off-axis tricks, but once when you get the groove going, the game is SO much more enjoyable. You practically develop your own style in this game. With all the new updates they have released, the gameplay feels so much more realistic. There has never been a dull time when playing this game, there is so much to explore with user-created mountains. I would highly recommend this game to anyone who doesn't have an attention-span of a twelve year old, and actually envies satisfaction with progression, not instant gratification.… Expand
  12. Jeenyus019
    Dec 24, 2016
    9
    I have been waiting for a snowboard game like this to come around for a long time. This genre has been running on fumes. It is not an arcade style game where you're able to travel more than 100mph or drop hundreds of feet without consequence. It is a simulation game that doesn't get too heavy on the simulation. I love the original Amped and Amped 2 games and have been looking forward toI have been waiting for a snowboard game like this to come around for a long time. This genre has been running on fumes. It is not an arcade style game where you're able to travel more than 100mph or drop hundreds of feet without consequence. It is a simulation game that doesn't get too heavy on the simulation. I love the original Amped and Amped 2 games and have been looking forward to a game close to that style. Infinite Air does not have as much to do as those games do in terms of objectives, attributes, and unlockable gear but the gameplay (that has been forgotten), style, size of mountain, freedom, world editor, challenge, etc...more than makes up for it. I have only put about 20 or so hours into it so far but I already know that I will be putting more time into it and will be replaying it a lot over the years. If this is what the developer is just starting with, I cannot wait to see where they go with it (if it gets enough support). It was heavily overlooked with Steep in the spotlight. I am not going to make comparisons except I want people to know that you can't grind in Steep which was a huge letdown for me. If you're looking for a more realistic snowboard game with unlimited levels from cross-platform user created mountains, do not hesitate to pick this hidden gem up. The controls do take a bit to get a hang of but that's a feature I love. You don't just press a button to grind. You need to set yourself up, turn the right way and balance your way across the rail/box/tree. Same setup applies for jumps. There's a nice way to preload spins and flips. There is also an in-depth tutorial to help you get started and an option to look up moves in the start menu. I would like to see more gear options to equip for the custom rider but it's enough for a start. The developers have been updating the game and are listening to community feedback. I hope this game gets enough attention to really take off so that more games like this can be made down the road. Thank you HB Studios!… Expand
  13. XACSlayerX
    Dec 26, 2016
    10
    The snowboarding game I have been waiting for since amped 2, Infinite Air is clearly a game built by snowboarders, for snowboarders, and it shows how it even has the same weird frustrating learning experience that you will get your first day out on the mountain, after working through the tutorials I generated a mountain, set the powder level to 10 of course (i'm from BC) jumped in aThe snowboarding game I have been waiting for since amped 2, Infinite Air is clearly a game built by snowboarders, for snowboarders, and it shows how it even has the same weird frustrating learning experience that you will get your first day out on the mountain, after working through the tutorials I generated a mountain, set the powder level to 10 of course (i'm from BC) jumped in a chopper and headed to the highest peak and dropped in, this game nails backcountry riding, park riding, freeriding, even the crazy ssx 2160 quad cork crazy stuff, it really can be played however you want it to.

    "They should make a snowboarding game like this" -Me, several years ago while enjoying the hell out of the original SKATE

    "Oh wow....they did it" -Me on release day

    The game has issues for sure, bugs and little graphical hitches come up often, but they are extremely easy to overlook because playing the game feels so good, the developer has been great at talking to the community and giving updates, and I really can't wait to see what the future of this franchise holds, things like more MP support, camera options, customization, and new world editor features are some things I really look forward to, so if you're reading this i'm under the assumption you are looking for a snowboarding game, this is the one!    … Expand
  14. Afromatic480
    Jan 10, 2017
    9
    Hands down the best snowboarding game ever created. It truly appeals to the passionate, enthusiast, hardcore fans of snowboarding that many others may not understand. It's not a perfect game but its 2017 and 90% of games are not either. This game was developed by a small group of individuals who listen to their community that they've created and share the same love we all have. Gamer's areHands down the best snowboarding game ever created. It truly appeals to the passionate, enthusiast, hardcore fans of snowboarding that many others may not understand. It's not a perfect game but its 2017 and 90% of games are not either. This game was developed by a small group of individuals who listen to their community that they've created and share the same love we all have. Gamer's are hating and harshly critiquing it cause they can't get the same feeling we get. They want another Arcady SSX Tricky or Steep that will cater to their likes and they got upset this isn't what they found. I spent 3-5 years straight playing nothing but the EA Skate series, creating content for myself, friends and others on YouTube. I am seriously about to spend a few more years on this game doing the same thing lol. Already close to 100 hours of play time and I'm also an Admin on the Infinite Air Club on Xbox Live. You guys have created an Animal. Glad to be part of the Mark McMorris Infinite Air Community and again super stoked on this game.… Expand
  15. AxisStark
    Feb 6, 2017
    9
    This is the snowboarding game that true snowboarders have been waiting for! Exceptionally true to life animations and physics with a gameplay that is somewhat hard to master, at first, but rewarding once you get the hand of it. This is no SSX arcade racer, so scoring points during challenges only unlocks gear that has no effect in skill level or anything more than cosmetics. The true joyThis is the snowboarding game that true snowboarders have been waiting for! Exceptionally true to life animations and physics with a gameplay that is somewhat hard to master, at first, but rewarding once you get the hand of it. This is no SSX arcade racer, so scoring points during challenges only unlocks gear that has no effect in skill level or anything more than cosmetics. The true joy of the game lies in free roaming the mountains and finding parks and slopestyle courses throughout, created by users across the Internet (and did I mention that custom mountains and courses are cross-platform, meaning that it doesn’t matter if they were created for PC, Xbox or PS4 - they are all playable). This is made possible by a World Editor that provides you the tools to sculpt the terrain and create the mountain of your dreams, filled with nature or man-made units that you can jump off, grind or crash into.
    Bottom line: If you’re snowboarding in real life, this is the game for you! It’s so true to the spirit of the sport, that it will make you put down your controller and shred the nearest slope, visualizing the game in your mind at the same time. And this is no small thing for a game to do.    … Expand
  16. Cafplus3
    Dec 27, 2019
    0
    I thought it would be like ssx but it’s definitely not. Wish I could return it

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  1. ICXM
    Nov 13, 2016
    50
    Infinite Air is a major letdown, broken at launch and still having minor frame rate issues after title updates. All that's left is a mixture between an overpriced bad simulator and a hard arcade snowboarding game. All things considered, hardcore fans may be pleased with this title, not because of how good it is, but as I said, due to the lack of snowboarding games currently on the market. Here's hoping Steep lives up to the hype.
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  2. XboxAddict
    Nov 10, 2016
    68
    It goes without saying though that Mark McMorris Infinite Air by HB Studios offers an incredible amount of replay value through its World Editor, but outside of that you will most likely struggle to find the same type of enjoyment in the other areas of this game.
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  3. ZTGD
    Nov 3, 2016
    50
    Infinite Air is the epitome of an OK game. Nothing stands out, and the fun to be had is minimal. Also at the $50 price point it is hard to recommend to anyone, especially with Snow being free-to-play, and Steep just around the corner. It feels like the start of the genre and not the ultimate entry it so desperately wants to be.
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