Sports Champions 2

About

"Sports Champions 2" is a sports game that uses PlayStation Move motion controller and PlayStation Eye for player interaction. The game features six events, including Skiing, Tennis, Boxing, Golf, Bowling, and an updated Archery event. It offers local multi-player options, with beginner-friendly controls and a Party Play mode for custom, multi-sport tournaments with family and friends.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

SC2 Boxing offers a highly realistic and intense workout experience, with accurate 1-1 mapping of movements and a focus on player skill rather than character upgrades.
The game features a variety of sports, including tennis and boxing, which are praised for their mechanics and ability to provide a fun and engaging experience for players of all skill levels.
The customization options for avatars and the addition of party mode enhance the multiplayer experience, making it a great choice for family and friends to enjoy together.

The game lacks an online mode, which limits competitive play against others outside of local multiplayer.
Some sports, like archery and skiing, feel repetitive or less engaging compared to the more dynamic sports like boxing and tennis.
There are occasional issues with control accuracy, particularly in skiing and tennis, which can lead to frustration during gameplay.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The graphics are praised for their sharpness and vibrant animations, significantly improving upon the darker, monochrome visuals of previous titles. Additionally, the customization options enhance the visual experience, and the elimination of frequent move calibration adds to the overall user satisfaction.
- “The graphics, animation, sounds, and vibration feedback are fantastic compared to Lights Out, which is black and white and too dark.”
- “The visuals are sharper, customization is better, and most importantly, there is no need for frequent move calibration.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and lack detail, making the game feel outdated.”
- “The character models look stiff and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to create an immersive atmosphere.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging mechanics and immersive atmosphere, with sports like tennis and boxing standing out as particularly enjoyable and competitive, rivaling dedicated titles in those genres. Overall, players find the gameplay to be fun and well-executed.
- “All of the sports are fun, with tennis and boxing being personal favorites of mine - they are good enough that they hold their own against actual tennis and boxing games on the market in terms of gameplay at least, if not depth.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised, with users highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience alongside its mechanics.
- “This is a great game with great mechanics and atmosphere.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The optimization in the game does not significantly impact performance, focusing instead on moral aspects. Players engage in cup mode against AI competitors to earn ranks and unlock customization options, which adds a layer of progression without affecting gameplay efficiency.
- “In cup mode, you compete against NPCs and performance testing robots to achieve a one to three star rank in that event, earn more equipment and styles for customization, and progress to the next, more difficult event.”
- “The optimization features in the game allow for a seamless experience, enhancing both performance and visual quality.”
- “Players can fine-tune their strategies and equipment, leading to a more personalized and efficient gameplay experience.”
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking, making it frustrating to play.”
- “The game struggles with performance issues, especially during intense moments.”
- “There are significant delays and lag that hinder the overall experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Many users feel that the game lacks significant replay value, suggesting that once completed, there is little incentive to play through it again.
- “The replay value may not be there.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of diverse outcomes makes replaying feel redundant.”