Stunt X Mania (SXM) is a VR motocross game that puts the focus on learning to ride, mastering tricks and pushing your bike to its limits. The controls are one of its strongest aspects, with intuitive shifting and braking, convincing motorcycle handling and the choice between manual gears or a simplified automatic system. Free Roam is particularly enjoyable for simply riding around and practising, while Career Mode and Challenges provide more structured goals. The stunt system offers 12 authentic FMX tricks, including Superman, Tsunami, Cliff Hanger and MC Metz, with the more advanced manoeuvres requiring plenty of practice.
Unfortunately, motion sickness was a major problem for me, with tracks featuring bumps and grooves becoming particularly uncomfortable and limiting my play sessions to around 20 minutes. The learning curve can also be steep when attempting the more complicated stunts, while the graphics are functional rather than spectacular. There is currently no multiplayer either, although co-op and competitive modes are planned. Stunt X Mania is therefore a decent VR motorcycle game with enjoyable riding and plenty to master, but its motion sickness issues and lack of multiplayer hold it back.
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