Monster Jam Showdown

Monster Jam Showdown is full-on, off-road arcade racing that will literally keep you on the edge of your seat. This game puts you behind the wheel of some of the biggest, baddest monster trucks on the circuit, challenging you to prove your skills against a multitude of game modes and environments. Race across dust-filled deserts or fight blizzards in Alaska – Monster Jam Showdown offers versatility and action in droplets to satisfy even the most discerning racing fan.

The game modes within Monster Jam Showdown make it something truly special. The racing, stunts, and challenges all keep the player engaged through their dynamism and pace. It is going to be difficult to match the rush from powerful boosts, awe-inspiring flips, and strong opponents – as this forms part of the many unique immersion factors that set this game apart in its genre.

Iconic Monsters

It's in its impressive truck lineup and amazingly well-designed environments that Monster Jam Showdown really shines. It features dozens on dozens of vehicles to drive, customization being possible with more than 140 liveries to unlock. From current favorites to legendary beasts of the past, every truck adds its flavor and handling to the race in a different way.

Environments within Monster Jam Showdown are a treat. Racing in Death Valley, through the dense forests of Colorado, and the icy terrains of Alaska gives one a good variety of backdrops that keep the game fresh and entertaining. Weather effects, from sandstorms to thunderstorms, scramble vision further and grant realness to every race in an unforgettable way.

Frantic Racing and Skillful Tricks

The Monster Jam Showdown racing mechanics are similar to other fuel-burning titles, including Motorstorm and the FlatOut series. Arcade-style physics allows races to feel exciting and fast, yet challenging and rewarding. Boosting right past competitors, doling out damage to the environment, and surviving intense crashes all add to the adrenaline rush.

On top of this, the game's freestyle mode allows players to express themselves with tricks. It feels extremely satisfying when landing insane jumps, flips, and stunts to place high in freestyle leaderboards. This balance between racing and trick performance keeps gameplay engaging, where it never gets mundane and is constantly challenging in regards to how one could be better and master new skills.

Showdown Tour: a Non-Linear Adventure

Monster Jam Showdown's Showdown Tour mode features non-linearized play, giving the title great depth. Rather than following a very defined path, you're able to select your challenges and be well on your way to shaping your competitive ride. This flexibility keeps the gameplay interesting and allows for a more personalized experience.

Also, the fact that one has to fight it out against a diversity of bosses and unlock new trucks and liveries throughout the game offers a rewarding sense of progression. The inclusion of split-screen and online multiplayer game modes increases its replay value, with endless hours of adrenaline-pumping action and competition among friends.

Pros

• Great variety of trucks and customizations
• Gorgeous, varied environments
• A good mix between racing and freestyle modes

Cons

• Some challenges are too repetitive
• Weather effects can sometimes be frustrating