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Equestrian Challenge Review
User Submitted Equestrian Challenge Reviews
Date: 2008-11-11
Great concept, but a bit flavorless.
Allow me to begin by saying that of all the horse-related video games out there, this is one of the best. It is based on English-style riding and competing: events include jumping, dressage, and cross-country. The game is only one-player, which is unfortunate because it would drastically improve the fun-factor to be able to race against or compete with your friends. The game is more strategy-based than hands-on excitement. In the jumping events, you simply guide your horse to the jumps and he does all the work. In the cross-country event, you have a bit more control. You control the horse's speed and direct him to the jumps (though he still automatically jumps without input from you) and how tired he gets and his trust in you are controlled by your handling. Dressage is done cleverly (but its a bit too easy, if you ask me). It's a concept similar to Guitar Hero, in which the controller buttons scroll across the screen and you have to hit the correct buttons at the right time (with the music) and your horse obeys according to your accuracy. Though the game is somewhat entertaining and mildly challenging, it gets a bit dry and boring after the first few competing events. It will appeal to those who enjoy playing SIMS and similar games that involve lots of time spent on creating and building up a character. For the folks who need fast-moving, intense excitement in their games, you may want to pass on this one. All in all, it's not one of those games that you can't tear yourself away from, but it is one of the few horse games that allow you to actually interact with and control your horse.
Date: 2008-10-26
One of the best horse games ever...
This game is probably the best horse game you can get! The graphics are great (they actually LOOK and MOVE like real horses). The controls are very easy to learn. You wont get bored with this one. You can continue to play it, because you can have up to 6 horses to train and compete with. I was very impressed with this game, and I would recommend it to anyone who loves horses!
Date: 2008-10-25
Great Game with a Few Problems
This game was a gift for my cousin, but I played with her. The graphics are much better than I expected--the pictures don't do the game justice. That said, they're not top of the line, nor is the game. There is a lot of customizing that can be done for your horse, which is very fun. The two main complaints I have about the game are the steep learning curve and the lack of variety. I realize that it's a horse game focused on one style of competition, but I think that they could have offered a bit more variety...I found myself starting to get bored after playing for a while. Still, it's a good game and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes horses and horse games.
Date: 2008-06-04
Wish I'd had this as a young adult...
Oh how I wished for a game like this when i was a kid and actually competing in three day events!
This game is fairly solid and easy to figure out. I like having the different eventing levels to work towards. The controls take a little getting used to at first, and sometimes it is frustrating when your horse refuses a jump, but I like this as it is realistic. If you are riding in real life and come at a jump too fast or two slow, or at a bad angle, chances are, the horse will not jump it.
I would like to see more details included- for instance, falling off if you do something goofy, or having to take a break because you've pushed your horse too hard too quickly. Thigns to make this game more realistic.
It is irritating sometimes that the horse canters on the wrong lead, but overall, a fun game. I really wish I'd had this growing up, I think I would have gotten even more enjoyment out of it.
I agree with whoever said it would be nice to walk around the stables, barn, etc, instead of just scroll through the options.
The only thing that really annoys me is the amount of time you have to spend brushing and petting your horse. I don't play game a lot, so when I do get to sit down and play, I want to play! To me, sitting there and electronically petting your horse, then electronically brushing your horse for 5 minutes each, then watering and haying, is too much time. I believe you should have to click the button, which would signify that you did brush, pet, feed, water, etc, and then get to go about your business.
All in all, a fun game. I'll bet there are tons of young horse lovers that would love to play this.
Date: 2008-05-04
excellent
for all you english equestrian fans this is a five star game,it is the best one to have,it is totally worth the price,excellent.
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