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MotionSports: Play for Real

MotionSports is a game with six motion-based sports, graphics and sound. That may sound like a bland and uninspired description, but that's what you get with a bland and uninspired minigame collection. It's not a terrible package and certainly has enough enjoyment in it for a one-night stand, but it doesn't do anything particularly well to warrant much attention unless you're a die-hard penalty kick obsessive.
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55%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
gameplay, stability
59% User Score Based on 100 reviews
Critic Score 46%Based on 5 reviews

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MotionSports: Play for Real is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by Ubisoft Milan and was released on November 4, 2010. It received neutral reviews from both critics and players.

"MotionSports: Play for Real" is a sports video game that utilizes motion-sensing technology for gameplay. The game features both single-player and multiplayer modes, allowing players to participate in a variety of sports events. Reception to the game has been mixed, with critics praising the innovative use of motion controls but pointing out some flaws in the game's execution.

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59%
Audience ScoreBased on 100 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and engaging experience for families, with many players enjoying the variety of sports available.
  • Graphics and sound quality are praised, providing a realistic presentation that enhances the gameplay experience.
  • The boxing game is particularly well-received, with many players finding it challenging and enjoyable.
  • The motion tracking is often criticized for being inaccurate, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • Menu navigation and loading times are described as tedious and cumbersome, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • Many players feel that the game lacks depth and variety, with some sports feeling repetitive and poorly executed.
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are generally praised for their realism and quality, enhancing immersion and bringing players into the experience. However, some users noted that while the visuals are impressive, they do not compensate for the game's lack of engaging gameplay, leading to a disconnect between graphics and overall enjoyment. Despite some technical issues like lag and long loading times, updates have improved performance, making the graphics a standout feature compared to other titles in the genre.

    • “Great graphics and realistic gameplay.”
    • “The graphics in the game really help bring players into the game.”
    • “Motionsports have realistic graphics and motion tracking.”
    • “The graphics are great but the games are boring and don't make you move at all.”
    • “I wish I would not have spent money on this game. The graphics are much better than most of the other Kinect games, but I think that may be why it falls so far behind when it comes to gameplay.”
    • “Motionsports is a game with six motion-based sports, graphics and sound.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay experience is marred by poor mechanics, particularly in soccer and boxing, where motion tracking issues and difficulty in executing actions significantly detract from enjoyment. While some users appreciate the graphics, they feel that the gameplay itself is stale and frustrating, leading to disappointment overall.

    • “Great graphics and realistic gameplay.”
    • “I wish I had not spent money on this game; the graphics are much better than most of the other Kinect games, but I think that may be why it falls so far behind when it comes to gameplay.”
    • “The motion tracking is awful, the gameplay is stale; just everything about it sucks.”
    • “In soccer, the setup for kicking the ball pretty much breaks the gameplay as it is extremely difficult to tell where exactly on your floor you need to kick.”
    • “I wish I had not spent money on this game. The graphics are much better than most of the other Kinect games, but I think that may be why it falls so far behind when it comes to gameplay.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while updates have improved loading times and reduced lag, users still report bugs and a lack of engaging content. The interface and menu design are criticized for being poor, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the game's responsiveness and immersive views are noted as positive aspects.

    • “The game is buggy and it is saddled with a very poor menu design and interface.”
    • “It gets buggy and has lag, although an update fixed most of this.”
    • “Very long loading times, though an update improved this to decent/good load times now.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted through entertaining video content, such as Giant Bomb's quick look, which showcases amusing moments related to the menus, horseback riding, and football. However, some players feel that better instructions could enhance the experience, reducing frustration over controls that might otherwise be perceived as humorous.

  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers note that the monetization strategy is somewhat misleading, as it fails to clearly communicate the necessity of purchasing additional accessories, such as a second controller and nunchuck, which can lead to unexpected costs for players.

  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find hang gliding enjoyable initially, but it becomes tedious over time, indicating that the grinding aspect may detract from the overall experience.

    • “Hang gliding: fun, but tedious after a while.”
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MotionSports: Play for Real is a sport game.

MotionSports: Play for Real is available on Xbox 360 and Xbox.

MotionSports: Play for Real was released on November 4, 2010.

MotionSports: Play for Real was developed by Ubisoft Milan.

MotionSports: Play for Real has received neutral reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

MotionSports: Play for Real is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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