Mark McMorris Infinite Air

Mark McMorris Infinite Air is a disappointing snowboarding game, despite great world editing tools. Its needlessly complex tricks system hinders most of the enjoyment you could potentially have on the slopes.

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"Mark McMorris Infinite Air" is an open-world snowboarding game, where players can create their own runs and compete in various challenges. The game features realistic physics and a variety of tricks, allowing for a deep and immersive snowboarding experience. With the ability to create and share custom runs, the replay value is high in this snowboarding sandbox.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 230 reviews

gameplay15 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

Best snowboarding game currently available on PC, offering a realistic experience.
The community-made maps and park editor provide endless replayability and creativity.
Once the controls are mastered, the gameplay becomes rewarding and enjoyable.

Controls are difficult to learn and can feel unresponsive, leading to frustration.
The game lacks polish in certain areas, such as graphics and character customization options.
The physics can be unrealistic at times, making it hard to execute certain tricks accurately.

gameplay
37 mentions
41 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many praising its mechanics and realism, likening it to classic snowboarding games while also noting a learning curve for new players. Some users appreciate the depth of the career mode and the ability to customize gameplay styles, though there are criticisms regarding certain mechanics, such as flipping and landing, which can feel inconsistent. Overall, while the game offers a solid and enjoyable experience, it has room for improvement in specific areas.
- “The graphics and gameplay are incredible, and the career mode is elongated enough that you won't get bored very quickly; never mind the free play, which is all of the gameplay and grand graphics of career mode without the stress of career goals.”
- “The controls are amazing once you get used to them, the game is visually great, and you can mix it up between realistic and more arcade gameplay depending on your preferences.”
- “What this game will offer is an amazing gameplay experience.”
- “I really hope it gets a sequel someday to really iron out the gameplay.”
- “Good game, great potential, needs to alter the spinning/flipping mechanic.”
- “Flip mechanics break the game to a point where I don't want to play this anymore until this is fixed.”
graphics
34 mentions
44 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and realism, with many users noting impressive visuals and effects that enhance the experience. However, some players mention limitations in graphical customization on PC and occasional graphical pop-ins, which can be distracting. Overall, while the graphics may not be groundbreaking, they are considered good enough to complement the gameplay effectively.
- “The graphics and gameplay are incredible, and the career mode is elongated enough that you won't get bored very quickly; never mind the free play, which is all of the gameplay and grand graphics of career mode without the stress of career goals.”
- “Visuals - the game is gorgeous for its size, the lighting and the effects add a touch of realism.”
- “The visuals are beautiful with shadow-laden mountains and whippets off the cornices.”
- “The first is that, even though this game was released for PC on Steam, it was designed with console play in mind; so, if you don't have any kind of 'gaming' PC, don't bother because your GPU (graphics processing unit, or graphics 'card') won't be able to run the game in its original, unabated form.”
- “- Lack of graphic settings customization for PC.”
- “The graphics are okay; some trees or the lines in the snow eventually just pop up.”
music
21 mentions
43 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the soundtrack limited and repetitive, often opting to mute it in favor of their own playlists. While some appreciate the audio effects and the suitability of certain tracks for snowboarding, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack lacks variety and depth, detracting from the gaming experience. Despite these criticisms, a few players enjoyed the existing tracks, noting that they fit the game's atmosphere well.
- “Really enjoyable game to just chill on with some music.”
- “The music is very suitable for snowboarding with some good songs in the mix.”
- “Soundtrack has some nice tracks on it which range from rock to electro.”
- “The audio is good and the wind and snow effects are pretty close to real, but on the music side, there are not many options to listen to, and the tunes get repetitive fast, which is a little step back for this kind of game. I find myself playing tunes from my phone or the internet.”
- “The soundtrack is too short.”
- “I tend to mute the music and play my own.”
story
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
44 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely absent, with players noting a lack of narrative or traditional story mode, focusing instead on challenging gameplay and free-roaming experiences. While some find the absence of a structured story frustrating, many appreciate the fun and addictive nature of the challenges and the freedom to explore. Overall, the emphasis is on gameplay rather than storytelling, which some players feel is sufficient for their enjoyment.
- “The game does have a lot of issues; some clunky menus, very minimal customization options for your rider, and various other quality of life issues that need sorting, but the devs are very active in the community and seem to really care about the game, so I am hopeful for improvements in the future.”
- “No real story, but it doesn't really need one since it's all about riding mountains, landing awesome tricks, and sharing your homemade park.”
- “Would be even better with a career or story mode.”
- “This is very frustrating for some of the story mode challenges.”
- “Only downside is that it is a bit lacking with in-game story & add-ons (boards, outerwear etc.).”
- “No story mode, just challenges to unlock gear, but really addicting.”
stability
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is mixed, with some users reporting good performance and no major glitches, while others experience bugs, particularly with animations and gameplay mechanics. Overall, while some players enjoy a smooth experience, others express frustration with the game's stability and early access issues.
- “The physics and animations are good; no glitches for now, except sometimes when I've gotten stuck on flat land and needed to restart.”
- “Runs great for me; it never dips below 60 FPS, usually much higher.”
- “It's also really buggy.”
- “If I want to feel guilty forever since I paid 20 bucks for a buggy early access title back then, with a cash shop where you pay up to another 20 bucks for some clothing, enjoy horribly disfigured animations and bad music... then I would kill myself before starting snow again.”
- “But to butter, and revert, and spin, and grab... the flipping is difficult, and a little buggy.”
grinding
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players generally find grinding in the game to be enjoyable, with a satisfying sense of momentum and a variety of trick options. However, some users note that the world editor can be tedious, and there are occasional frustrations with the mechanics, such as unexpectedly launching off rails. Overall, grinding is seen as a key aspect that enhances the experience of exploring the game's environments.
- “Grinding is very tedious and feels more like a chore than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I realized that my motivation for grinding out the character builds in those games was solely to ride the mountain without a care in the world, which is something Infinite Air allows you to do.”
- “The grinding isn't so bad, but sometimes you'll come off a rail and launch off it like some sort of cannon grind, which can be frustrating.”
optimization
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received criticism, particularly regarding its keyboard controls, performance issues, and lack of atmospheric elements like weather effects and time of day variations. Players have noted difficulties with executing tricks and experiencing pop-in graphics, leading to disappointment, especially when compared to classic titles like SSX and 1080. Overall, many feel that significant improvements are needed for the game to reach its potential.
- “The game's performance is impressive, especially considering it's built on the Unity engine.”
- “Optimization could be better, but overall the game runs smoothly.”
- “The performance is solid, showcasing the potential of the Unity engine.”
- “Quite disappointed with it to be honest, was hoping it would be a bit closer to the fun that I had with the SSX and 1080 games, but unfortunately it doesn't come close. With no weather effects or time of day variations, the atmosphere of those games just isn't there. Tricks are hard to do, and there is a lot of pop-in. Also, performance isn't great for me either. I'm glad that I got it on sale because I think that price - £2.49 was about what it is worth in its current state. If they sorted out the things that I mentioned, it could be a good game and I might then maybe recommend it.”
- “Not optimized for keyboard.”
- “Optimization could be better.”
replayability
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Players highlight the high replayability of the game, noting the ability to transfer parks between platforms and the extensive creative options available. Many feel that this leads to an infinite replay value, allowing for endless customization and exploration.
- “I love that the parks I build on Xbox are playable on my Steam version!”
- “Unlimited mountains and a decent creator make this extremely replayable.”
- “Infinite replayability.”
- “The replay value is quite low; once you've completed the game, there's not much incentive to go back.”
- “After finishing the main storyline, I found little reason to replay the game as the side quests felt repetitive.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game has received mixed to negative feedback, with many users expressing disappointment due to a lack of dynamic elements like weather effects and time of day variations, which detracts from the immersive experience. Additionally, some players noted that the graphics and overall mood can feel dull and lonely, further diminishing the game's atmospheric appeal. Overall, improvements in these areas could enhance the game's potential.
- “Quite disappointed with it to be honest, was hoping it would be a bit closer to the fun that I had with the SSX and 1080 games but unfortunately it doesn't come close. With no weather effects or time of day variations, the atmosphere of those games just isn't there. Tricks are hard to do and there is a lot of pop-in; also, performance isn't great for me either. I'm glad that I got it on sale because I think that price - £2.49 was about what it is worth in its current state. If they sorted out the things that I mentioned, it could be a good game and I might then maybe recommend it.”
- “I found that when I made a pretty large cave once, it was just slightly darker than the outside, which ruined the atmosphere that I wanted to create.”
- “The graphics are alright, but there is no way to change the mood or atmosphere of the game, which can feel quite boring and lonely. The controls are difficult to get used to but fun when you know how to use them.”
monetization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its well-crafted open-world snowboarding experience, featuring single-player, multiplayer, and cooperative modes, while notably lacking microtransactions, which enhances its appeal to players.
- “It's a well-crafted single-player, multiplayer, and cooperative open-world snowboarding game with workshop support and no microtransactions.”
- “The game offers a fair monetization model that respects players' time and investment.”
- “I appreciate that there are no pay-to-win elements, allowing everyone to enjoy the game equally.”