MX 2002 Featuring Ricky Carmichael

THQ digs into the dirt for its first PS2 motocross game. Does it take the checkered flag?

As THQ?s first PS2 motocross game, MX 2002 looks pretty; the rider animations are a little robotic when going around turns, but overall, the rider motions (especially the bails) are quite good. But whether you?re building a race career as one of the 30 pros (or your own created rider), trying out tricks in stunt mode, or jumping busses, good graphics don?t make up for uninspiring, one-more-lap gameplay. Control is tricky but manageable; the rider creation lacks depth; and, from the sound of it, the gas tank is apparently full of angry hornets. Kinda accessible, sorta deep, and relatively enjoyable, MX2002 may find its true niche with big motocross fans, but casual gamers will likely be left in the dust.

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