Underplayed Gems

Sunny Garcia Surfing (2001)

Sunny Garcia Surfing cover
Platforms
PlayStation 2
Genres
Sport

How it feels

A surfing game that feels rough and dated, hampered by a shallow trick system and awkward camera that undercut any sense of flow.

datedmediocreclunkylimitedoutdated graphicsfrustrating cameramodestunpolished

About

Sunny Garcia Surfing was released in October 2001 to mediocre reviews. It was developed using an updated version of the Championship Surfer engine. Critics complained that in updating the engine developers did not update the graphics enough, leaving the game looking dated from its launch. Other aspects which received negative attention include a limited trick system and poor camera angles.

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