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Herald Rating: * * *
Pros: Graphically, it's a pleasure to look at, from the realistic ocean and weather to the sleek boats themselves. A good range of playing modes includes racing against other wannabe skippers online.
Cons: A little pedestrian as a gaming experience and the technicalities of yacht racing take some getting used to.
Verdict: It's a world away from the gaming mainstream of frenetic first-person shooters, but there's bound to be a healthy niche market for Virtual Skipper given our America's Cup pedigree.
Censor's classification: 3+
