Go for the gold with the official game of the 2008 Summer Olympics. Compete in over 35 events in the official venues in the host city of Beijing as you marvel at the grandeur of competing on the world's biggest athletic stage. Run, jump and throw in the Bird Nest, Beijing's National Stadium; compete in intense watersports at the Water Cube, the National Aquatics Center; and more! Multiple modes of play and easy controls let beginners learn the ropes and pros go for new records. Online play lets you compete against gamers around the world in the true spirit of the Olympic Games.
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Game Details
- Number of Players 4
- Online Players 8
- Online Enabled Yes
Game Description
Critic Reviews
IGN Review
Outside of Mario's track jaunt on the Wii and DS, it's been a long (long) time since we've seen a good, or even decent, Olympics or track and field game hit a console, but Eurocom and SEGA have earned a medal with Beijing 2008. Featuring nearly 40 events, tons of variety in terms of mechanics and ni...more
User Reviews
Average Member Rating: 4.0 out of 10
Not to bad for what it is. (7 out of 10)
posted by Gamer9577 (PALM DESERT, CA) on Jul 14, 2008
Member since Aug 2006
12 out of 13 gamers (92%) found this review helpful
Member since Aug 2006
12 out of 13 gamers (92%) found this review helpful
Anyone who Likes the olympics will enjoy this game, I love bought the game and have played it quite a bit. The controls are simple but annoying at times. Most of the time i feel like im going snap off my Analogue sticks and my buttons are gonna get worn out. however as a fan of these games from all ...more
Specs & Requirements
Memory 1687 kb
Console Link Ethernet Broadband
Online Features PS Network Compatible, Online Tournament, Custom Match, Player Match, Quick Match, Leaderboards
Controllers Headset
Modes Multiplayer, Training, Exhibition, Simulation
Audio/Video HDTV 720p
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