Once again I'm on a spending spree with the Wii Virtual Console. I've recently purchased a new game, which means it's time for my review!
Review: Wave Race 64
One of the greatest racing games in the history of the industry hits the Wii Virtual Console. Wave Race 64 was originally released in 1996, shortly after the release of the Nintendo 64, and immediately became known for its accurate water physics and tight control.
It's been several years since I've played Wave Race 64, mostly because I enjoy its update, Wave Race: Blue Storm, so much. It was quite a surprise for me to play Wave Race 64 again and rediscover that it is just as fun and enthralling today as it was eleven years ago. The wave physics still feel right, and the game is as challenging as ever, particularly on the Expert Championship.
As an emulated game on the Wii, Wave Race 64 suffers from the usual emulation problems: the Classic Controller's analog sticks are too sensitive for the degree of accuracy that this game commands, and it hurts the experience considerably. I could look past the issue with Super Mario 64 and Star Fox 64, but here I need to make very minor adjustments on the stick to maintain proper control on the waves, and it's extra effort that takes away from the experience. Luckily, a GameCube pad will fix this instantly, and provides very accurate, natural control that feels superior, in fact, to the N64 pad.
Without a doubt, everyone who plays Virtual Console games should download this. More than ever, Wave Race 64 is a racing game worth everyone's time.
Out.
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