Chocobo GP

released on Jan 12, 2022

Get set for a new racing experience in Chocobo GP, featuring a roster of dozens of Chocobo characters, complete with their own unique abilities and variants. Choose your favorite Chocobo series character, and race through familiar tracks set in the Final Fantasy universe. It won't be easy crossing the finish line first. Find magic stones called Magicites (including Fire, Water, and more) throughout the track and equip them to take out the competition. Engine customization options will be available, as well as local and online multiplayer. Up to 64 players can compete in a bracket-style tournament to determine the racing champion.


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Final Kart Fantasy

Chocobo GP....oque falar desse vulgo clone de Mario Kart??? A primeira coisa que tenho a dizer é que apesar dele ser praticamente um clone de MK, ele é um clone bem feito e que tem seu charme próprio, não chega aos pés de classicos como MK 8 mas faz muito bem oque se propõe, ser um divertido kart racing com poderzinhos. O jogo conta com os classicos modos historia, corrida livre, campeonato, online, etc...

A historia do jogo é bem bobinha e sinceramente não precisava nem existir(visto que jogos como MK8 não tem uma historia) mas como é necessario jogar o modo historia pra desbloquear certos personagens precisamos obrigatoriamente passar por ela(nada impede porem de vc pular ela e ir direto pra ação, não esta perdendo muito) quem for dar uma chance a ela até pode dar uma ou outra risadinha com piadinhas e quebras de quarta parede que os personagens fazem.

Por falar em personagens o jogo conta com uma boa quantia de persongens vindos dos universos de FF que vão desde os classicos Chocobos(de todos os tipos e cores) e Black Mage(VIVI!!! <3) até personagens como Cloud, Leon e Terra e tambem personagens como Titan, Ifrit, White Mage, alem de ter sua propria versão do Cid(não poderia faltar um Cid obviamente), cada personagem é customizavel contando com uma boa variedade de karts pra escolher e roupinhas(eu simplesmente AMEI a roupinha de Black Mage do Chocobo). Apesar da grande quantidade de personagens pra desbloquear(alem de roupinhas e karts pra desbloquear que são bastante tambem) o jogo peca um pouco na diversidade de pistas que eu achei bem poucas e pouco inspiradas(ainda que ela sejam inspiradas em cenarios classicos de FF) se comparadar a jogos como Crash: CTR ou mesmo MK8.

A trilha sonora que normalmente é onde os FF normalmente se destacam nesse jogo não fede nem cheira e em sua maioria são novas versões de classicos da franquia.

Em termos de gameplay o jogo é o velho e basico jogo de kart com poderzinho na qual você tem que pegar ovos(?) que te dão magias como Firaga, Blizzard, entre outras, alem disso cada personagem tem seu proprio poder especial alguns te dão mais velocidade, outros saem batendo nos inimigos a torto e a direito, etc...

Enfim...apesar de não ser um jogo que reinventa a roda ou mesmo brilhante no que se propõe, ele é um jogo divertido( e um tanto dificinho mesmo na dificuldade facil porque a IA é MUITO apelona) especialmente se você for assim como eu um apaixonado pela franquia FF ou um apreciador de jogos de kart. Recomendo pega-lo apenas quando estiver em promoção, visto que acho que não é um jogo que valha o preço cheio cobrado por ele.

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Final Kart Fantasy Review

Chocobo GP... what can be said about this apparent Mario Kart clone? Initially, it's important to acknowledge that while it bears a striking resemblance to MK, it manages to carve out its own identity with considerable finesse. Although it falls short of the lofty standards set by classics like MK 8, it admirably fulfills its primary purpose: delivering an entertaining kart racing experience complete with power-ups. The game offers a variety of modes including story mode, free race, championship, and online multiplayer.

The game's storyline is simplistic and arguably superfluous, especially considering that titles like MK8 don't emphasize narrative. However, since progression through the story mode is essential for unlocking certain characters, players are compelled to engage with it. While it's skippable, those who delve into it may find amusement in the witty banter and occasional fourth-wall breaks from the characters.

Regarding character selection, Chocobo GP boasts an impressive roster drawn from the Final Fantasy universe, ranging from beloved classics like Chocobos and Black Mage (VIVI!!! <3) to iconic figures such as Cloud, Leon, and Terra, alongside entities like Titan, Ifrit, and White Mage. Each character is customizable, offering a diverse array of karts and outfits to personalize your experience. Despite the abundance of unlockable content, including characters, outfits, and karts, the game falls short in terms of track diversity, with designs that feel somewhat uninspired compared to titles like Crash Team Racing or MK8. The soundtrack, typically a highlight in Final Fantasy games, is serviceable but lacks any standout moments, predominantly comprising revamped versions of franchise classics.

Gameplay-wise, Final Kart Fantasy adheres to the tried-and-tested formula of kart racing with power-ups, requiring players to collect items—represented as eggs—that grant spells such as Firaga and Blizzard. Each character also possesses a unique special ability, offering varying advantages ranging from increased speed to offensive maneuvers against opponents.

In summary, while Final Kart Fantasy may not revolutionize the genre or achieve groundbreaking heights, it undeniably offers an enjoyable experience, albeit with notable challenges, even on the easiest difficulty due to the overly aggressive AI. Fans of the Final Fantasy franchise or kart racing enthusiasts may find it worth their time, particularly if acquired during a sale, as the full price may not entirely justify its value.

this game got deservedly raked over the coals for being horrifically monetized on launch, but they've since yanked all that crap out after it failed and what's left is a feisty lil kart racer with some comically busted characters

the main menu song will bore itself into your brain and lay eggs

The most sauceless racing game I've ever played

Core gameplay isn't Mario Kart but it delivered some fun and nice fanservice. Seeing some FF VI and IX content tributed like that made me smile.
I was shocked to hear that originally the game was supposed to run way slower than the actual final product.

Story is absolute cringeworthy garbage, online is trash and bugged in the most ridiculous way possible.

The main song is a psychological torture device.

I hate this game, they used my favourite little bo to push one of the most malicious and disgusting monetary grab bag trash. I spent no money and still feel robbed. Chocobos deserve better.

There's so much disappointing with this the more you think about its setup. Sure, the original Season Pass approach deserves to be derided, but even removing it this game feels sparse in a way that it shouldn't. 9 tracks (with some slight variant extras) is entirely too little to release a kart racer with. The game sometimes feels like it fights against trying to even teach you its systems. Despite the great improvements made on Chocobo Racing's Magicite item system here, these changes only make the tournament mode only feel more frustrating throughout the waves of lag.

I want to like the kart racer with a cute story here a lot. I also genuinely think attempting a season model to a kart racer is a great way to keep a community active and alive for it. The combination of things in this exact title makes everything feel like an incredibly miserable experience.