Excitebike Famicom review
7.5/10
Motocross racing with a track editor, one of the first games to let players build their own courses.
Excitebike is a motocross racer where you control speed, jumps and balance. Overheating is a real risk, so you must manage your bike while racing against the clock.
The built-in track editor was a rare feature for the time. Players could design courses and share them, which extended the game's life.
Pros
- Track editor was ahead of its time
- Engine heat adds tension
- Quick races
Cons
- Short main game
- Controls take practice