INTRODUCTION
With the frigid spectacle SSX Blur for the Wii, you can experience the virtual world of winter sports. Imagine three mountain summits brimming with exciting opportunities just for you. Begin your snow sports career on peak 1 and earn your stripes to gain access to two more exhilarating heights. Not only are there downhill delights, but there are also slopestyle competitions and aerial acrobatics that would make a snow owl envious. Want to jump directly to the action? A rapid play mode is available for use.
THREE SUMMITS TO CONQUER
Oh, you believe you have climbed mountains? Try overcoming three peaks, each designed to offer a distinct combination of excitement and challenges. The game begins with a career mode that begins at the initial summit. Two additional peaks are unlocked as you complete challenges, providing a virtual Everest to climb without frostbite. The peaks are your snow-covered recreation areas, from races to slopestyle and big air competitions. And if you’re impatient, you can simply use the fast play mode to get your snowy fix.
ACROBATS ON THE ICE
SSX Blur is your opportunity if you’ve ever desired to frolic in the air while snowboarding. While descending, you can perform a variety of maneuvers in this game. This game features everything from easy-peasy captures to jaw-dropping rotations and rail slides. You will increase your rhythm meter if you can carry these off. And once that lousy boy is loaded, prepare for “overtricks” and “Ubertricks,” which are snowboarding’s equivalent of triple axels. Not only do these top-tier moves have exciting names, but they also carry a punch in terms of points.
THAT SWANKY GROOVE METER
Your performance isn’t just eye candy; it fills up your groove meter. Now, what’s the groove meter, you ask? Picture it as your snowboarding mojo. Fill it up with successful tricks, and you can activate the highly coveted overtrick or even an Ubertrick—yes, that’s the premium stuff right there! What’s more, a pumped-up groove meter also gives you a speed boost. Did I mention that this adrenaline-pumping action uses the Wii’s Nunchuk and remote? The Nunchuk lets you accelerate or slow down and execute basic moves, while the remote enables you to perform advanced acrobatics. Talk about interactive!
SNOWBALL FIGHTS AND COLLECTIBLES GALORE
As you zoom down these snowy slopes, you’ll find a plethora of collectibles that help you unlock new Uber tricks. “But what if someone’s tailgating me?” you might wonder. Well, grab a snowball with your Wii remote and pelt your competitors! But be cautious; don’t tumble over like a snowman toppled by a naughty kid. Yep, those snowballs are a double-edged sword; while they slow down your competition, they can also make you lose your balance.
A FAMILIAR CAST WITH NEW FACES
If you’re a veteran of the SSX series, you’ll meet some old friends in the character selection. But if you’re a rookie, worry not—fresh faces have been added to the roster just for you. These aren’t just snowboarders Barbie and Ken; each has unique skills and traits. A handful of characters are available from the get-go, while others are kept under lock and key, only to be unlocked as you snowboard your way through the career mode.
So, whether you’re an armchair adventurer or an aspiring snowboarding superstar, the game offers a mountain—literally—of adventures and challenges. From peak to peak and trick to trick, your journey will be as exhilarating as a double espresso spiked with adrenaline. So go ahead, strap on that Wii Nunchuk and remote, and carve your path down the slopes.
