Summer Heat Beach Volleyball

"A Volleyball game that won't let you down"

In this review take it from a gamer that has seen it all. Games that feature Volleyball, and games that look like Volleyball but seem more of a lady show than a true game. This game sums it up to both Volleyball action and Woman. Lets get on with the lowdown on this showdown.

Sound: 9/10 Wow, I'm impressed that the ball sounds like its being slapped around the court, the sand brushing off the people, and the crowd screaming and rating. But the only problem is the lack of music in the game, only a handful of popular songs and the rest filled in with rubbish self-made songs that are boring and a little soft at times. This could use a little work.

Graphics: 8/10 Uh, what did you expect ? This isn't a certain Volleyball game most people know. The graphics are cool in the background with the neat animations, but fall short on the cardboard crowd and the players seem small to me. But on the good side no clipping or anything out of the ordinary.

Gameplay: 8/10 Well, the gameplay is what counts the most in a game, RIGHT ? You have a fair amount of ladies to choose but also...MEN. Yes, a Volleyball game that has something that can include Co-ed Teams, all out Bikini Fest, or big beefy Males skidding the sand for a good game of Volleyball. The action is intense, but easy to get used to.

Replay Value:10/10 What many gamers want is a chance to come back for more, this does not disappoint, you can unlock new clothes,new characters, new Volleyball Courts, even Music Videos and Game Preview Demos. Now down to the meat and potatoes of the game you get 14 woman and a few men, but with time and gameplay you an unlock 7 more characters in the game. There are two courts to start out with so keep playing. Three Mini games to play, yes you start with one but give it time and put up a good battle.

Overall: Impressive Graphics, great amount of unlockables, both genders to choose from, and action packed Volleyball excitement that even the guys who want to see the woman in bikinis put the controller to the limit. Rent or Buy ? Well, rent if you don't like Volleyball sims, Buy if you are a true Beach Volleyball fan and enjoy spiking balls in peoples faces...this is for you.

Reviewer's Score: 8/10, Originally Posted: 07/18/03, Updated 07/18/03