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Active Life Extreme Challenge Wii Game Bundle with Mat Review

Published on December 19, 2009 by Admin/Neil   ·   No Comments

Active Life Extreme Challenge is a Wii game from publisher Bandai Namco Games that is designed exclusively for game play with the Active Life Mat.  The game can not be played without the mat but you can buy them together in a bundle.  A fun, energy-requiring action sports game, Extreme Challenge is rated E for Everyone and it was released on August 11, with a list price of $59.99 new.

To set up game play, you simply plug in your Active Life Mat to one of four accessory inputs in your Wii.  You use the mat and one Wii controller to play.  Play options include single player, multi-player in any of the three game modes, you can view and delete player data, view rankings, and explore other options.  Three game modes are Extreme Challenge (tournament style), Challenge Mode (new rules and goals), and Free Play (the quick play mode).

Play is simple.  The mat is laid out with central control pads and front, back, left and right buttons on each side.  Some of the games require use of the mat and a Wii controller, while others only require the mat.  The intensity of movement varies.  There are about 15 different activities across the various game modes.  There are six basic activities in Free Play mode to help get a feel for the game.  BMX races require constant up and down movement (virtually running in place) in a pedal like fashion with the mat while you also steer using the controller.  This coordination may be tough for younger players so you might have to team up for that one if playing with kids.

Street Luging is a bit more laid back as the player sits on the mat and guides the luge back and forth using the arrow pads.  Other cool games including jump rope, which works on timing and jumping coordination.  Other activities include rock climbing, base jumping, skateboarding and many more.

The Active Life Extreme Challenge Wii Bundle is a great value and a fun family game experience.  It is a great solution for parents who struggle to get kids to be active because they “just want to play video games”.  Parents and kids can play together and the activity is fun and energetic.

Active Life Extreme Challenge Product Features include:

  • More to Play-15 activities plus multi-player and time trial
  • All New Activities-Include street luge/in-line skating, kite surfing, base jumping,acrobatic double dutch, BMX biking, skateboarding and rock climbing
  • Unique & Stylish Cel-Shaded Art Design-Detailed environments and cool character designs
  • Mii Integration-Includes the option to use Mii characters
  • Fun for Everyone-Single and multi-player games to challenge you, your family and friends

Publisher: Bandai Namco
Genre: Sports Games
ESRB Rating: E for Everyone
Release Date: August 11, 2009
Wii Game and Accessories Review by Neil of Game Room Reviews
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