XGIII: EXTREME G RACING

nIf you’re looking for a great collection starter, Acclaim’s futuristic bike racer is a great choice. The game was well-received back when it was released, praised as a competent if somewhat uninventive sequel that did a good job of transitioning the series from the previous generation. No matter which version you’re looking to acquire, it’s a cheap game these days – though there’s a bit of variation out there. It’s easier to find

the PS2 versions at rock-bottom prices, as the Gamecube market tends to be one where prices are generally higher. The Japanese versions are rather less common than the other two on both platforms, so while neither are particularly highly sought after, you’ll probably need to search a little harder for them.

» [Gamecube] Normally, avoiding getting up close and personal with your fellow racers is the best plan.

» [Gamecube] Everything whizzes by at a tremendous speed – one lapse of concentration and you’re toast.