Sonic Free Riders
© 2010 Sega
The first Sonic to have hands free controls, Sonic Free Riders -- a fast paced racing game -- lets you and another player (optional) go head-to-head on 30 tracks. As you score points, you can unlock new accessories for your character. There are several modes of play, including free race; tag race; and relay race. In each, you can pick up and use items to slow down your competitors. For example, you can throw a target torpedo to take out a racer or roll a giant bowling ball to clear a path. Our testers found this game to fun, but it is important to calibrate your Kinect system carefully. Also, the first races are hard, and can be rather cruel to younger children. In addition, there are a lot of steps required before you get started. If you can jump through all the setup hoops, you'll soon be enjoying jumping through the game's hoops, which are a lot more fun. If you've like previous Sonic games, you'll also like this one.
$50, Xbox 360 Kinect
Teaches: Gross motor, racing
CTR Rating: 86%