Summary
- Release Year: 2006
- Genres: Racing
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 2, Wii
- Developers: Data Design Interactive
- Publishers: Bold Games, Popcorn Arcade
London Taxi: Rushour (2006)
London Taxi: Rushour is a driving game developed by Team Soho and published by Ubisoft. It was released for the PlayStation 2, Windows, and GameCube in 2006. The game is set in London, England, and the player takes on the role of a taxi driver. The objective of the game is to collect customers and take them to their destinations within the time limit in order to get paid.
The game features a variety of different levels, each with its own unique challenges. The player must navigate through busy traffic, avoid obstacles, and find the best routes to their destinations. The game also features a variety of different vehicles that the player can drive, each with its own unique handling characteristics.
London Taxi: Rushour was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its fun and addictive gameplay, as well as its realistic graphics and accurate depiction of London. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Gameplay
The gameplay of London Taxi: Rushour is simple but addictive. The player controls a taxi driver and must collect customers and take them to their destinations within the time limit. The player must navigate through busy traffic, avoid obstacles, and find the best routes to their destinations.
The game features a variety of different levels, each with its own unique challenges. Some levels are set in busy city streets, while others are set in more rural areas. The player must also contend with a variety of different obstacles, such as traffic jams, road closures, and construction zones.
The game features a variety of different vehicles that the player can drive, each with its own unique handling characteristics. The player can choose from a variety of different taxis, as well as other vehicles such as buses and vans.
Graphics and sound
The graphics of London Taxi: Rushour are realistic and detailed. The game’s environments are well-rendered and the vehicles are accurately modeled. The game also features a variety of different weather effects, such as rain, snow, and fog.
The sound effects in London Taxi: Rushour are also realistic and well-done. The game’s sound effects include the sounds of traffic, pedestrians, and the vehicles themselves. The game also features a variety of different music tracks that play in the background.
Reception
London Taxi: Rushour was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its fun and addictive gameplay, as well as its realistic graphics and accurate depiction of London. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
The game received positive reviews from critics. IGN gave the game a score of 8.0 out of 10, saying “London Taxi: Rushour is a fun and addictive driving game that will put your time management skills to the test.” GameSpot gave the game a score of 7.5 out of 10, saying “London Taxi: Rushour is a solid driving game with a unique setting and fun gameplay.”
The game was also a commercial success. It sold over 1 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling driving games of 2006.
Legacy
London Taxi: Rushour is a classic driving game that is still enjoyed by many today. The game’s simple but addictive gameplay, realistic graphics, and accurate depiction of London make it a timeless classic. The game has also been praised for its educational value, as it can teach players about the geography of London and the challenges of driving in a busy city.
London Taxi: Rushour has been followed by two sequels, London Taxi: TX4 (2007) and London Taxi: Black Cab Challenge (2010). Both sequels have been well-received by critics and fans alike.
Conclusion
London Taxi: Rushour is a fun and addictive driving game that is still enjoyed by many today. The game’s simple but addictive gameplay, realistic graphics, and accurate depiction of London make it a timeless classic. The game has also been praised for its educational value, as it can teach players about the geography of London and the challenges of driving in a busy city.
Review Score
7.5/10
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