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California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis)

60%Game Brain Score
humor
graphics
73% User Score Based on 22 reviews
Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

Platforms

PCPCWindowsWindowsAmigaAmigaAmstrad CpcAmstrad CpcApple IIApple IIAtari 2600Atari 2600Atari StAtari StCommodore C64Commodore C64Mobile PlatformMobile PlatformMs DosMs DosMsxMsxSega Master SystemSega Master SystemSega Mega DriveSega Mega DriveWiiWiiZx SpectrumZx Spectrum

About

"California Games" is a nostalgic sports game that transports you to the sunny Golden State for a series of extreme athletic competitions. Test your skills in five exhilarating events, including skateboarding, surfing, and BMX, all while immersed in a vibrant 80s atmosphere. Compete against friends or challenge yourself in a single-player mode, showcasing your abilities and embracing the California spirit.

California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
California Games (C64/DOS/Atari/Lynx/NES/SMS/Genesis) screenshot
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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
humor2 positive mentions
graphics2 negative mentions

  • California Games offers a nostalgic experience with multiple versions of the game, providing a fun way to relive classic gaming moments.
  • The game is best enjoyed with friends in the same room, making it a great party game for those who appreciate local multiplayer.
  • Recent updates have improved the game with better controller support and a functional menu for selecting different platforms.
  • The lack of online multiplayer options and remote play limits the game's appeal in today's gaming landscape.
  • The emulation quality, particularly for the DOS version, has been criticized as poor and not easily configurable.
  • Some players find the price point to be steep for the content offered, especially if they don't have a strong nostalgia for the original games.
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game, particularly in the Atari 2600 version, is noted as being highly entertaining, especially for streaming purposes. While the controls are basic and sometimes unintuitive, nostalgia plays a role in enhancing the comedic experience for those familiar with the original gameplay.

    • “The most hilarious one being the Atari 2600 version (I'm sure it will be funny for a stream). The games have basic controls; although they're not always so intuitive, if you played them back when, it won't take you long to remember.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics have remained largely unchanged, maintaining the same quality and style as previous iterations.

    • “The graphics are pretty much the same as they were before, and the sound is also unchanged.”
    • “The graphics are pretty much the same as they were before, and the sound is also unchanged.”

90%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

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