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Message: [QUOTE="Stephan, post: 11785281, member: 240637"] Since this next game that I'm about to review is about to become 10 yrs old during its release, maybe a game review is now plausible? [I]Juiced 2: Hot Import Nights (2007, Xbox 360, PS2, Nintendo DS, PSP, PS3, PC, and Java) [IMG]https://www.freedvdcover.com/wp-content/uploads/Juiced_2__Hot_Import_Nights-front-ps3-www.GetCovers.net_.jpg[/IMG] [/I] Juiced 2: Hot Import Nights is the sequel for Juiced and the third game for the Juiced series. Juiced 2 completely changed everything that Juiced 1 showed us. The physics were completely changed and it made the FR cars easier to use. This also introduced HIN sponsorship which means...sexy girls. But then again HIN is still one major car show in the US so I'm guessing either THQ must've paid HIN to sponsor Juiced 2 or the way around with HIN asking THQ to sponsor Juiced 2 with a price. Back to the game, with Juiced 2 having multiple platforms including last gen consoles such as PS2, PSP, and DS there's always exclusives features that are present and aren't present. Before we get to the positives and negatives, let's list down features that are not present in the PS2, PSP, and DS versions: - More customization options (Widebody kits, headlights, taillights, custom plates, roof scoops, interior customization, window tints, more wheel options, more front and rear bumper options, more side skirt options, more spoiler options, ride height, and more hood options) - Cars (Cars that are not present in either version are Aston Martin DB9 Volante, Aston Martin Vanquish, BMW M3 GTR, Honda S2000 '06, Toyota Celica GT-Four, and Mitsubishi 3000GT '98) - Opponents having better livery compared to the last gen versions in which they are simple. - Spectator betting. Also a game killer. - Maximum grid is 8. - First person view. Nuff said. - Your own avatar and avatar customization. - More dialogues from your opponents. - There's a post race show where the top 3 is being shown. [B]Positives[/B] - Revamped physics and it made the unplayable FR cars playable. - New cars added with the inclusion of BMW, Koenigsegg, Pagani, Ascari, Aston Martin, Melling, etc. - More customization added. - Driver DNA being accurate and following your every move such as cornering, powersliding, spooking, etc. - New tracks added. - Avatar customization. - Improved spooking. Once you fill up an opponent's spook meter, they'll spun out which is very helpful especially in close races. - Damage system improved plus you don't need to worry about hitting your opponent because the respect system from Juiced/Juiced Eliminator is gone. [B]Negatives[/B] - Heavy amount of girls being shown especially when choosing a race for Career mode which makes it weird to play especially when someone watches you play. - The crew system was completely watered down. I rather have Juiced/Juiced Eliminator's way of getting crew members and how to improve them for races. - Some cars might not have customizable parts (I'm looking at you MR2. You don't have side skirt options which forced me to use bodykits instead. This also goes at you BMW M3, M3 GTR and Z4. Only wheels can be customized plus it's also BMW wheels only. Same goes for performance parts.) - AI too easy for the last gen versions. - Spectator betting. Once you know how to do spectator betting that's where it easier to earn money. You can even get 500k+ on spectator betting. For last gen versions if you want grind more cash then bet on Bobby Sawyer when racing against him. Pick the highest amount of money then bet on Bobby. He'll also go all in. [I][B]Conclusion:[/B][/I] Having played the PS2, PSP, and currently the PS3 version, all them have a unique gameplay experience from what I've gone so far. The PS2 and PSP offers faster gameplay plus it felt like a revamped Juiced with HIN sponsorship, improved physics, new cars, and always nighttime races. For the PS3, X360, and PC versions, it felt like a new Juiced game. Graphics were obviously better plus it has exclusive cars for next gen versions and other features that are present from what I mentioned. [B]Is it recommended to play?[/B] If you're looking for a game that has good amounts of customization plus racing on close tracks then Juiced 2 is the perfect game for you. I can also recommend this for those who are into customizing cars and those who played NFS Prostreet before. So my score for the versions I played is: PS2 and PSP= 7/10 PS3= 8/10 [SPOILER=PS2 and PSP gameplay. Both version have the same graphics][MEDIA=youtube]1dCWDu6nYs0[/MEDIA][/SPOILER] [SPOILER=PC, PS3, and X360 gameplay. All three versions have the same graphics but the PS3 has a slight advantage.][MEDIA=youtube]MrMKqmu8PEA[/MEDIA][/SPOILER] [SPOILER=Cars. Note above the cars that are present in the next gen versions and not present in the last gen versions.][MEDIA=youtube]abDXCYwjkzY[/MEDIA][/SPOILER] [/QUOTE]

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