California Games (Master System) Playthrough [4K]
3"California Games" for the Sega Master System epitomizes the carefree spirit and diverse sports culture of sunny California beaches in the late 1980s. Developed by Epyx and published by Sega in 1987, this iconic title offers players a virtual playground of beach sports and activities, all set against the backdrop of California's coastal scene.
Players are treated to a collection of mini-games, each representing a different facet of California's beach culture. In Half Pipe Skateboarding, players take control of a skateboarder and showcase their skills in a half-pipe ramp. Executing kick turns and hand plants demands impeccable timing.
The Footbag event has the objective to keep a small ball, commonly referred to as a Hacky Sack, aloft for a set duration without it touching the ground. Players can employ various tricks and maneuvers using their legs and head. The diversity and complexity of tricks performed directly correlate with the points earned.
Surfing has players ride a surfboard atop a wave and execute various tricks until the timer runs out or the wave breaks. Subsequently, five judges assess your performance.
In Roller Skating, players glide down a sidewalk along the beach while dodging an array of obstacles. Even the slightest obstruction can lead to a tumble, so you must sidestep, squat, or leap over them.
In The Flying Disk, players throws a Frisbee disk and subsequently catches it. You have control over the throw's speed and strength, followed by guiding another character to catch the Frisbee. Your options for catching involve raising your arm or executing a dive.
In BMX, players tear through dirt tracks, executing jumps and tricks on their bikes.
Overall, "California Games" is a straightforward compilation of six extreme sports mini-games that captivated audiences on both computers and consoles alike. Its simplicity, solid gameplay, and iconic theme music makes it a great game to play.