Vector Unit (Riptide GP, Shine Runner) takes the endless running concept popularized by Temple Run and straps it into four wheels for Beach Buggy Blitz, a new free-to-play Android game for NVidia Tegra devices.
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The formula is a familiar one, but it succeeds on many levels. The tropical island setting is littered with destructible objects and AI buggies to avoid ? or crash into. Progress is extended by reaching checkpoints before the clock winds down ala retro arcade racers, and no single run is alike thanks to a dynamically shifting track.
A variety of powerups and gadgets are available to improve your chances of success. Items like the Shield allow you to bash huts and mammoth crabs without slowing down, and consumables like Dropships propel you 5KM down the track ? valuable since the further you drive, the more Beach Buggy Blitz showers you with coins to purchase additional upgrades, better vehicles, and cosmetic improvements.
That?s where Beach Buggy Blitz excels: It boasts an In-App-Purchase (IAP) model which isn?t outright greedy. Players who don?t want to dump cash into upgrades can spend a little longer perfecting their approach, and learning the best driving lines to collect the maximum amount of coins. After a few hours I was able to purchase and upgrade multiple buggies and max out a few of my powerups without spending an actual dime, though your mileage may vary.
Vector Unit tells me they?re already working on post-launch content as well:
?We are definitely planning on streaming in more content going forward.? We actually have already started working on a new car and characters, and we have plans for additional content as well.?
A special note for Tegra 3 device owners: You?ll be treated to realistic water splashes and satisfying debris when you smash through the various obstacles on the island.
Overall, Beach Buggy Blitz is an enjoyable romp for an unbeatable price.
Source: http://www.forbes.com/sites/jasonevangelho/2012/09/06/beach-buggy-blitz-for-android-review/
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