I'm am just beginning the story mode on normal difficulty.(there are two higher difficulties but I'm not comfortable enough with the controls yet) You
are given four mock or practice races to compete in before you start your career. I managed two wins and two fourths in those races. I felt glimpses of the
great racing that was in G1 Jockey 3 but I still don't care for the changes in control. Driving your horse just doesn't feel as smooth and can be
harmful if not done right.(perhaps realistic but frustrating until you figure it out)
Falls and inquiries are no longer attached to difficulty. You choose whether you want them turned on or off at the beginning of story mode. I was not allowed to negotiate in week 1 but I have my first ride coming up in week 2. Anyone who has played a previous version will be right at home negotiating rides.
Graphically you can tell it is a port and not a "true" next gen game. The graphics and sound are certainly improved and are a nice upgrade from the PS2. There is still room for more of a "wow" factor on the graphics side, though.
Overall, it looks like a very solid game. Anxious to get into the breeding end of it and see how that holds up. I'll be interested in reading all of your first impressions.
Falls and inquiries are no longer attached to difficulty. You choose whether you want them turned on or off at the beginning of story mode. I was not allowed to negotiate in week 1 but I have my first ride coming up in week 2. Anyone who has played a previous version will be right at home negotiating rides.
Graphically you can tell it is a port and not a "true" next gen game. The graphics and sound are certainly improved and are a nice upgrade from the PS2. There is still room for more of a "wow" factor on the graphics side, though.
Overall, it looks like a very solid game. Anxious to get into the breeding end of it and see how that holds up. I'll be interested in reading all of your first impressions.
!!!Wow,lucky guy!Please,tell us some more!!(Never use or even
thought bout using restarts,game DOES seem to get easier into the second year)
