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Play Overview
The game provides a number of beautifully presented environments to race through, all of which have their own unique elements. Deserts come with a large number of hills to perform aerial tricks, while forests provide lots of tight turns and trackside trees to avoid, which makes it tricky to ride at full speed. It doesn't end there though, as you'll find yourself racing down an icy glacier, riding on the rooftops of Favelas and there may even be a volcano in there too.
However, what makes Descenders unique, are the rogue-like elements, which means the tracks always have a random element to their design and layout. Complete an entire run in any environment without bailing out too many times, and you get to face the challenge of a boss level — a steeper, tricker course that has a massive jump at the climax.
As you race, you'll earn rep (reputation) points and these are key to unlocking the game's customisable elements. Progress well in the game and earn enough points and you'll be able to deck yourself out in new gear and try out the various different bikes and paint jobs the game has on offer.
Our examiner, Wesley Williams, first checked Descenders 4 years ago. It was re-examined by Thom Robertson and updated 7 months ago.
Play Style
You can play this game in the following styles:
Benefits
This game is good if you want to:
Age Ratings
Skill Level
9+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. It's an exuberant game that appeals to youngsters. You do need to cope with the levels rushing towards you and making fast reactions. But the ability to keep trying again reduces the focus on pure reaction and thinking ahead skills. In fact really young players can be good at this by trusting their instincts (although some patience and resilience at failure is also needed).
Account Rating
- You need be 18-years-old to to subscribe to Xbox Live Gold for online play, but can then configure family accounts for younger players to play online with Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S.
- You need be 18-years-old to subscribe to Nintendo Online, but can then create accounts for children of any age to play online with Nintendo Switch.
- You need be 18-years-old to subscribe to PlayStation Plus for online play, but can create sub-accounts for younger players of 7-years or older to play online with PlayStation 4.
Costs
Descenders
![]() | Xbox X|S | £19.99 | – | Free Xbox Game Pass |
![]() | Xbox One | £19.99 | – | Free Xbox Game Pass |
![]() | PC | £19.99 | – | Free Xbox Game Pass |
![]() | Switch | £19.99 | – | – |
![]() | PC | £19.49 | – | – |
![]() | Mac | £19.49 | – | – |
![]() | PS4 | £19.99 | – | Free PS Plus Essential |
![]() | Android | £9.99 | – | – |
![]() | iOS | £9.99 | – | – |
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You need a subscription to play online:
- You need to purchase a Nintendo Online subscription to play online with Nintendo Switch.
- You need to purchase a PlayStation Plus subscription to play online with PlayStation 4.
- You need to purchase a Xbox Live Gold subscription to play online with Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S.
There is a free update, The Grand Tour, that introduces new mission system with dozens of tasks to earn items, kits and bikes. The update also includes three new Bike Parks and quality-of-life fixes.
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Game Details
Release Date: 08/05/2019, updated in 2023
Out Now: Android, Mac, PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox X|S and iOS
Skill Rating: 9+ year-olds
Players: 1 (8 online)
Genres: Race, Simulation (Sports and Traversal)
Accessibility: 12 features
Components: 3D Third-Person
Developer: Rage Squid (@RageSquid)