Split/Second (PS3)

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'Split/Second is an original concept made irksome by a lack of depth and highly questionable balancing in the gameplay. Nonetheless, we can't help but feel that there's a lot more mileage left in Blackrock's big idea.'
Read more » Total Video Games
'Split/Second is so close to being great; so much so that in short bursts it really is a spectacular arcade racer. It just doesn’t have any legs.'
Read more » Video Gamer (Pro-G)
'This shallow but rambunctious arcade racer may have only one trick up its sleeve, but it's a really good trick.'
Read more » Gamespot
'Though racing purists may not get as much out of it, arcade racing fans won’t be able to put this down.'
Read more » Thunderbolt
'Black Rock has proved the concept, shown what kind of polish they can muster, and given arcade racing fans a reason to get back in the game. The explosions and thrills will certainly last until the inevitable "Split/Second 2" throws a couple of different buildings at us.'
Read more » GameRevolution
'This game has plenty of edge-of-your-seat racing and thrilling moments. Some of the repetition, however, slows it down.'
Read more » GameInformer
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'It’s a shame that Split/Second fails to provide new courses later on, and once you’ve seen it all, it does lose some of its magic. But while it’s fresh, Split/Second delivers an exhilarating sense of danger and surprise. It’s just simple, explosive fun.'
Read more » GameTrailers
'Split/Second is a game for anyone who’s looking for a different racing experience. It may not compare to Gran Turismo, NFS, or the other games in its genre, but it’s certainly worth a play.'
Read more » MEGamers
'With Split/Second, Black Rock Studio has clearly blown the doors off. This is fast-paced racing at its finest, the best of its kind since Burnout 3: Takedown hit the open road years ago. It'll take a lot to top this one.'
Read more » Gamedaily
'The reality-television fiction that is Split/Second delivers a brilliant first season, Disney Interactive Studios has published what is undoubtedly just the beginning of what is sure to be an outgoing series. If you hate racing games, you'll love Split/Second. Don't wait around for the season finale, tune in now.'
Read more » Destructoid
'By expertly blurring the line between arcade racing and popcorn action flicks, Black Rock has not only further established itself as one of the top racing studios in the game, but also created arguably the most intense driving experience of this console generation.'
Read more » 1up.com
'In the end though, Split/Second has so much going for it that it's easy to recommend for kart and arcade racing fans alike.'
Read more » IGN
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