I will say that the team's use of the lower screen, while barely the minimum expected, shows that an on-screen map in racing games can be more than the basic course layout. Like Burnout, players are rewarded with boosts if they put a little aggression into their racing abilities, and without it players are never going to get through the game's career mode in order to unlock all the vehicles and locations that Asphalt: Urban GT has to offer.ĩ9 percent of the action takes place on the upper screen, with the lower screen relegated mostly for a full-screen map and occasional words of wisdom like 'Drift!' during a drift, or 'Risky!' when zooming past traffic too close for comfort. It borrows a bit from Ridge Racer and a little from Burnout, as it focuses on power-sliding as well as taking risks during the race.

Wireless connectivity for up to five racersĪsphalt: Urban GT is a straightforward racing game for the Nintendo DS that gives players the ability to drive a bunch of real-world vehicles through several tracks of varying locations.

Licensed vehicles from real manufacturers, including Jaguar, Hummer, VW, and Lamborghini.

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