Active Life: Extreme Challenge (2009)

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Summary

Active Life: Extreme Challenge (2009)

Active Life: Extreme Challenge is a fitness video game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft for the Wii. It was released in North America on November 17, 2009, and in Europe on November 20, 2009. The game is a follow-up to the successful Family Trainer game/mat bundle. Embracing the ‘active gaming’ trend, Active Life games use a mat controller along with the Wii Remote to incorporate the player’s entire body into gameplay.

Gameplay

Active Life: Extreme Challenge features a variety of fitness activities, including:

  • Cardio: Running, jumping, and dancing games that get your heart pumping.
  • Strength: Exercises that build strength and muscle, such as push-ups, squats, and lunges.
  • Balance: Games that challenge your balance and coordination, such as yoga and tai chi.
  • Flexibility: Stretches and exercises that improve your flexibility.

The game also includes a variety of multiplayer modes, so you can compete with friends and family.

Features

Active Life: Extreme Challenge includes a number of features that make it a great choice for people of all ages and fitness levels. These features include:

  • Personalized workouts: The game creates personalized workouts based on your fitness level and goals.
  • Progress tracking: The game tracks your progress over time, so you can see how you’re improving.
  • Variety of activities: The game includes a variety of activities to keep you motivated and engaged.
  • Multiplayer modes: The game includes a variety of multiplayer modes, so you can compete with friends and family.

Reception

Active Life: Extreme Challenge received generally positive reviews from critics. IGN praised the game’s variety of activities and its ability to track progress, while GameSpot said that the game is “a great way to get your body moving.” The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.

Conclusion

Active Life: Extreme Challenge is a great fitness game for people of all ages and fitness levels. The game’s variety of activities, personalized workouts, and progress tracking make it a great way to get fit and have fun.

Tips for playing Active Life: Extreme Challenge

Here are a few tips for playing Active Life: Extreme Challenge:

  • Start slowly and gradually increase the intensity of your workouts over time.
  • Listen to your body and take breaks when you need them.
  • Drink plenty of water before, during, and after your workouts.
  • Find a workout buddy to help you stay motivated.
  • Have fun! Active Life: Extreme Challenge is a great way to get fit and have fun with friends and family.

Review Score

7.5/10

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Nish is a software engineer by day and avid gamer who loves to play video games after he puts his two boys to bed. His insights delve into the mechanics, and storytelling of the games he plays with the aim to share his passion with the audience. He loves to travel back to his native India and travel the country on his restored Royal Enfield Bullet 350, a relic from a simpler time, like some of the games he plays.

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