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 189 reviews

graphics14 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

Best snowboarding game currently available on PC, offering a realistic and enjoyable experience.
The game features a robust community-driven mountain editor, allowing players to create and share custom maps.
Once the controls are mastered, the game provides a rewarding and satisfying gameplay experience, especially for those who enjoy freestyle snowboarding.

The controls can be difficult to learn and may feel unresponsive at first, leading to frustration for new players.
The game lacks a comprehensive tutorial and clear objectives, which can make it challenging for players to understand the mechanics.
There are technical issues, such as inconsistent trick recognition and graphical pop-ins, which detract from the overall experience.

graphics
32 mentions
44 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their beauty and realism, with many users noting impressive visuals, lighting, and effects that enhance the experience. However, some players have pointed out limitations such as a lack of customization options for PC, occasional graphical pop-ins, and that the visuals may not be as stunning as competitors like Steep. Overall, while the graphics are considered good and fitting for a modern snowboarding game, they may not fully meet the expectations set by other titles in the genre.
- “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.”
- “Graphics - look and feel great, they are not going to blow your mind, and I am okay with 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) won't be able to run the game in its original, unabated form.”
- “There is a bit of graphical pop-in on shadows and trees, which can be a bit distracting, but it has no influence on the gameplay itself.”
- “It could have been ported to the PC a bit better; the graphics need help to hit full screen.”
gameplay
31 mentions
42 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth mechanics and realistic control, providing an engaging snowboarding experience that balances arcade and simulation elements. While many players appreciate the depth and variety offered by career and free play modes, some have noted that the controls can take time to master and that certain mechanics, like flipping, may need refinement. Overall, the game delivers a solid gameplay experience, though minor graphical issues and specific mechanics could benefit from further development.
- “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.”
- “It delivers good gameplay and epic moments that keeps me coming back for more.”
- “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.”
music
19 mentions
42 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the soundtrack limited and repetitive, leading them to prefer their own playlists. While some appreciate the audio effects and feel the music fits the overall mood, others criticize the short track listing and lack of variety, suggesting it detracts from the experience. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a minor flaw in an otherwise enjoyable game.
- “Really enjoyable game to just chill on with some music.”
- “The music is very suitable for snowboarding with some good songs in the mix.”
- “The soundtrack isn't incredibly large, but I enjoyed what was there.”
- “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 lacks a traditional narrative or story mode, focusing instead on challenging gameplay and free-roaming experiences. While some players find the absence of a 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 an enjoyable experience.
- “The story mode challenges can be quite frustrating for some players, adding an extra layer of difficulty.”
- “While the game doesn't have a traditional story, it focuses on the thrill of riding mountains, landing awesome tricks, and sharing your homemade parks.”
- “I would love to see a career or story mode added to enhance the overall experience.”
- “This is very frustrating for some of the story mode challenges.”
- “Only downside is that it is a bit lacking in in-game story and add-ons (boards, outerwear, etc.).”
- “No story mode, just challenges to unlock gear, but it's 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 smooth performance and no significant glitches, while others experience bugs, particularly with animations and gameplay mechanics. Overall, while some players enjoy a stable experience, others express frustration with the game's early access issues and occasional gameplay interruptions.
- “The physics and animations are good; no glitches so far, except for a few instances when I got stuck on flat land and needed to restart.”
- “Runs great for me; it never dips below 60 FPS, and is 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.”
optimization
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant 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 the game is only worth its discounted price due to these shortcomings.
- “The performance of the game is impressive, especially considering it was made in the Unity engine.”
- “Optimization could be better, but overall the game runs smoothly.”
- “The game's performance is commendable, showcasing the potential of the Unity engine.”
- “Not optimized for keyboard.”
- “Quite disappointed with it to be honest. I 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 of £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.”
- “Optimization could be better.”
grinding
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the grinding mechanics in the game, noting that it feels fluid and satisfying, particularly when grinding on boxes, rails, and halfpipes. The grinding experience enhances the overall enjoyment, as it serves as a means to fully immerse in the game's open-world exploration.
- “I realized that my motivation for grinding out the character builds in those games was for one purpose: so I could ride the frickin' mountain without a care in the world, and that is something Infinite Air allows you to do.”
- “Grinding feels repetitive and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “The grinding mechanics are overly time-consuming and detract from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment due to a lack of dynamic elements like weather effects and time of day variations, which detracts from the immersive experience. Some users noted that the environment can feel dull and lonely, and issues such as graphical pop-in and performance problems further diminish the overall ambiance. While there are moments of potential, the current state of the game leaves much to be desired in terms of atmosphere.
- “Quite disappointed with it to be honest. I 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.”
replayability
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's "infinite replayability" due to its vast landscapes and a robust creation tool, allowing for endless exploration and customization.
- “Unlimited mountains, and a decent creator make this extremely replayable.”
- “Replay value is exceptional.”
- “Infinite replayability.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
monetization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % 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 great experience without the burden of microtransactions, making it feel fair and enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate that there are no paywalls or hidden costs, allowing me to fully enjoy the game without interruptions.”
- “The game is well-crafted, but the monetization model is frustrating and feels exploitative.”
- “I appreciate the gameplay, but the constant push for in-game purchases ruins the experience.”
- “While the game itself is enjoyable, the aggressive monetization tactics overshadow its quality.”