Okay, the game is fucking hard. It's super fun, but really tough. The controls are damn near perfect, the framerate doesn't slow down one iota, and the overall graphical presentation is simply staggering. I've found myself exploding on far too many courses because my attention is diverted from the track to the gorgeous surroundings. Now I just need a better TV and my surround sound hooked back up and I'll be set for the next few months.
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