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Surfing Game – World Surf Tour – Sports Game Review
Surfing Game – World Surf Tour is a Sports/Sports/Action game from Risesystem, Inc., first launched in 29th June 2015.
It’s rated 4+ and currently has 1,263+ ratings on the App Store.
What Makes Surfing Game – World Surf Tour Stand Out
[ INFORMATION ]
-Free plan is now available. You can play and install for free.
(If you have purchased before, you can play comfortably without displaying advertisements)
-When the surfboard is broken, now you can get one by viewing ads.
-Improved surfer's action.
[ REAL SURFING SPOTS ]
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Snapper Rocks / Gold Coast
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Teahupoo / Tahiti
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J-bay / South Africa
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Trestles / California
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Banzai Pipeline / Hawaii
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Rio / Brazil [add-on]
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Peniche / Portugal [add-on]
The each surf spot is reproduced to be real. The wave shifts every moment.
[ EASY HANDLING ]
It is possible to make various maneuvers with only a few buttons.
You can do a deep bottom turn to vertical off the lip, round house cut back, huge air and so on!
Especially in the aerial situation, surfers make stylin’ grab tricks, alley-oop, superman, rodeo and latest real-life tricks.
[ THREE DIFFERENT PLAY MODE ]
World Tour mode
You become a pro surfer as a member of the World Surf Tour.
Like real-life surfing competition, you aim to achieve the World Title.
Score Attack mode
Compete the score with your friends and world surfers.
Free Surf mode
Enjoy the free riding without any restriction.
[ FOUR CHARACTERISTIC SURFERS ]
Each surfer has different parameters like balance, power, etc.
[ SHARE YOUR BEST RIDING ]
It is also possible to share your riding in the Free Surf Mode by Everyplay.
Note: Some game items can be purchased for real money. If you don't want to use this feature, please disable in-app purchases in your device's settings.
This Sports game offers engaging gameplay and regular updates for mobile players.
Player Feedback
As a newer release, Surfing Game – World Surf Tour is building its player community. Early feedback suggests .
Recent Updates & Development
Latest Update: 13th November 2020
Recent improvements include:
Fixed some bugs.
Download & Availability
Surfing Game – World Surf Tour is available through the official App Store for iOS devices.
Get Surfing Game – World Surf Tour on App Store
Requirements: Requires iPhone 5s / iPad Air / iPad Air (Cellular) / iPad Mini 2 (Retina) / iPad Mini 2 (Retina, Cellular) / iPhone 6 / iPhone 6 Plus / iPad Air 2 / iPad Air 2 (Cellular) / iPad Mini 3 or later.
Compatible with iPhone and iPad devices.
Player Experience Highlights
Community Insight:
Five-Star Review of World Surf tour In the realm of surfing video games, World surf tour stands out as a remarkable title that captures the exhilarating essence of the sport while offering an immersive gaming experience. As an avid surfer and gamer, we had high expectations, and we are thrilled to say that this game exceeded them in every way. Heres a detailed breakdown of why World surf tour deserves a five-star rating. From the moment we launched World surf tour, we were blown away by its breathtaking graphics. The developers have painstakingly recreated some of the worlds most iconic surf spots, from the powerful waves of Hawaii to the serene beaches of Bali. The water physics are particularly impressive; each wave feels unique, with realistic swell patterns that respond to the players movements. The vibrant colors and detailed textures make the environments come alive, immersing players in a stunning oceanic world. This visual fidelity not only enhances gameplay but also evokes the true spirit of surfing, making you feel as if youre riding real waves. One of the standout features of World surf tour is its intuitive control system. Whether youre a seasoned pro or a newcomer to the genre, the game is easy to pick up and play. The controls are responsive, allowing for fluid movements and tricks that make you feel like a surfing legend. The tutorial mode is thorough, providing a perfect introduction to the mechanics without feeling overwhelming. We found ourselves effortlessly executing aerial maneuvers and carving through waves, all thanks to the well-designed controls that strike a perfect balance between accessibility. World surf tour offers a wide variety of game modes that cater to different play styles. The single-player campaign is engaging, featuring a series of challenges and competitions that allow players to unlock new boards, outfits, and locations. The progression system is rewarding, encouraging players to improve their skills while exploring new terrains. For those who thrive on competition, the multiplayer mode is a fantastic addition, allowing friends and players from around the world to compete in real-time. The global leaderboards add a layer of challenge, motivating players to hone their skills and rise to the top. Another aspect that impressed us was the level of customization available in world surf tour. Players can personalize their surfboards and characters, choosing from a wide range of designs, colors, and styles. This feature not only adds a fun element to the game but also allows players to express their individuality. Whether you prefer a sleek, modern board or a retro design, theres something for everyone. The ability to customize your character further enhances the personal connection to the game, making each session incredible and AWESOME. The soundtrack of World surf tour deserves special mention, as it perfectly complements the surfing experience. Featuring a mix of upbeat tracks and chill vibes, the music immerses you in the laid-back surf culture. The sound design also adds depth to the experience; the sound of crashing waves, seagulls, and the rush of wind all contribute to a realistic and enjoyable atmosphere. Whether youre riding the perfect wave or chilling on the beach, the audio elements enhance the overall enjoyment of the game. In conclusion, World surf tour is a masterfully crafted game that delivers on every front. With its stunning graphics, intuitive controls, diverse game modes, extensive customization options, and engaging soundtrack, it truly captures the essence of surfing. As a gamer who appreciates the thrill of the ocean, we wholeheartedly give World surf tour a five-star rating. Whether youre a fan of surfing or simply looking for an engaging game to play, World surf tour is an absolute must-try that promises countless hours of fun and excitement.
Love the app makes it feel so real.
Took the dub after thinking we would never win a single heat. It's fun and challenging.
The Surfline game aint as good.
Just found it already in love with it takes a few tries to master the controls but after that all perfect.
Our favorite game we have ever played.
The best game in the App Store. Only problem is they dont expand the game.
THERE IS SOMETHING IN THIS GAME WHEN YOU ARE PLAYING RL WORLD TOUR THE FIRST BEACHES EVERYTHING GOOD ETC BUT WHEN we GO TO PIPELINE OR PENICHE EVERYTHING GOOD UNTIL THE SEMI FINALS WHAT YOU TELL ME 7.45 point the npc starting and it is impossible to beat him, we also recommend adding more tables and that the tricks are worth more points because you literally fly up and fall and when you finish the wave it is 9.4 when it should be more in the update please add that and fix it we love the game but what we didn't like is that.
We love the game the controls and feel blow true surf out of the water. The only thing that we feel we holding this game back are the graphics and some movements. Moments such as landing airs and doing snaps off the lip can just be more smooth and less choppy. Another thing we would suggest is more board chose like different shapes and colors etc. Once thos small issues are fixed we think this game will be the best surf game on the market. Most importantly graphics need updating. Maybe a multi player addition could be cool.
Love this surf Game! But now im getting some issues with playing world tour Everry time we score a perfect 10!!! And it says we Lose !! What the heck is going on no fuN.
You cant do airs Or any other hot tricks Only top turn and barrel To bad.
We love this game but it would be better if we could know where we are going when you do the world tour. It doesnt matter where you click, you just go to whatevers next. Also recently when we do the world tour itll say we lost after 1 wave no matter the score we get or the place or surfer. Pls fix this.
The reason why we gave a two star because… When we beat the person it says that we lost when we clearly heated the person!!!!You win when u get a higher score so fix.
Good game but makes it so your board breaks before you can beat anything to unlock new spots and wants you to buy boards so u get what u get with surf spots other than that its fun.
We clearly won our final beat with 2 10s but the said we got second when our opponents score was 2 7s.
Need to unlock more wave options and speed up the way can surf J Bay.
Spend your entire session in a tube. Get a score. This is dumb. There needs to be a limit to how far the wave goes. Deleted.
If you ran out of surfboards you lose and have to start over. True Surf is better.
The game is fun but the scoring makes no sense we pull into a deep barrel get in and out but we only get scored two points lower trestles is the most annoying.
Look so we love to surf in real life, but we have some complaints about this game (and for your sake dont download this game!!) 1. Theres no girl surfers!!! 2. When we try to get a barrel it moves us 3. It moves it self! We move it then we try to get a barrel and it justs moves its self! So we would recommend not getting this game, look up surf games then the first one that comes up GET IT it is soooo awesome, better then this at least.
Love this game!!! But whenever the game breaks to an advertisement for another game app it kicks out us out the game after the ad ends…would have to open the surf game again and start all over…otherwise its a rad game.
Perfect 20 score but broke a board on the next wave waiting out the timer.
First person view, pretty good controls, nice beach scenery. We were pleasantly surprised by this game. You can do aerials, smack the lip, drop back down, ride the barrel, and just get pitted… So pitted.
Our Dad loves this game. We are at the beach and when Im on our iPad he is saying lets play the surfing game and we love the fact that you really feel like your surfing. This is what we here everyday Im in the barrel. Or Charley watch this. So thank you inventors for making this game.
Would be super helpful if there were some instructions on how to score points.
This game is awsome, but it needs more work. Make graphics a bit more smooth, dont need extreme graphics but with making the graphics a bit better. Pic between diferent styles of boards like longboard, tradisional surboard and fish. And be able to move character and pic the wave your going to surf.
CPUs are way too hard to beet and you should be able to make a skin and a board, and you should be able to choose what place you want to go to, and you dont always get all your points you earned.
Dont let the graphics fool you this is one of the best feeling surfing games Ive played, but it has a few bugs here and there and there should be a way to remove the ads. Also needs customizable controls so people with bigger hands like us dont have to hold the phone super uncomfortably to play. Overall though the game is super fun and we hope the developers continue to update it because we feel it has some real potential if development continues.
Its not a very good game we would recommend true surf 2, a much better game thats put together and coded very well, Im pretty sure most of the reviews are fake and made by the devs trying to make the game look better, but its difficult to actually do anything the gameplay is too choppy and not smooth, just play true surf 2 thats the best surf game on the Apple App Store, this is a waste of time at the moment. We dont mean to sound rude and props to the devs for putting in the time and coding a game that takes a lot of time, we just recommend maybe revisiting the code and making the game playable.
This game no matter what you do gives you 2 points every time.
Fun game but needs more characters and a WQS mode.
If u actually know how to surf u will like this game. If ur a kook then youll be confused, good luck.
Dear creators, we absolutely love this game! We play it all the time. But something our girl friends and we have noticed is that there are only 4 surfer options and all of them happen to be boys. Please make one or two girl surfer options, it would make all the girl shredders out there happy.
Games is lots of fun but has weird glitches, freezes or scores wrong! Ive reloaded game but still the same.
Without a question the best surfing game in the world. As a surfer there is no other game like this. To the creators…..please continue improving and adding new locations. Fiji perhaps or Indo??? Would love to pay for a new stage.
We have to buy a surf board in the middle of a finals heat to continue. Fn stupid. The game is fun but the developers are idiots.
The buttons dont work properly and now we just wasted money for nothing.
Awesome game love surf games but should add more characters.
This game is sick we usually don't play many games because we'd rather be surfing but this game is one that we actually play so congrats to the makers! (But one thing we would change is how you have to have surfboards).
Out of all the surfing games, this one takes the cake! Could play for hours.
Well when we go into practice we can do awesome tricks but in the the competition it won't let us do tricks. Also we would like to make our own character and board that's all.
We have to assume that all these 5 star reviews are fake or jokes. This game has godawful graphics and the controls are clunky as hell. It plays like it was made by someone who was making a video game for the first time in their lives. DO NOT BUY. One of the biggest wastes of money we've ever come across.
This game is really fun and really addicting. We think that their should be more places to surf and more people to choose from. That would definitely make this game wayyyyy cooler. Please update this game and make it just like the wsl tour with all the same spots.
This game is the best surfing game we have found. We think it would be cool if we could purchase all the maps and get better graphics on the tricks and make the wave look like it's actually moving down the beach. We also think it would be cool if in the future you made a version where you can paddle out and Duckdive and sit out the back and wait for the wave you want. Also maybe some different wave sizes and wave shapes in each location.
This game is so fun! Even with its competition with the journey, this game is still one of our favorite, but the thing that the the journey has better is one than 7 waves! It would be cool if we could actually paddle around and catch waves of different sizes. Now we know that's a lot but this game would be 5x as better and addictive. Could you guys update the game in general, it's been 8 months and we're still waiting for Portugal.
We love this game but it would be a five star if we could save in the middle of the round or even from the start of the round. We were in the final and the app crashed so we had to restart the contest. Please fix.
It is a fun game, but there are not enough choices for surfer avatars. There are no girl surfer options available. Please fix this.
Honestly not impressed. The problem with these games is you can't try before you buy, which is a dirty move by the company, and somewhat a scam when they put out this garbage. Physics were not any better then any of the other surfing games, only difference with this one is it's slower and the waves look awful. Would not recommend. We would try billabong surf trip lite if you want something more playable, or the journey by youride. Highly disappointed.
The game is very difficult on world tour, the scoring doesn't feel consistent. Please fix this.
We DON'T WANT TO PLAY IN COMPETITION MODE. FREE SURF ONLY.
User feedback from Apple App Store
App Details
- Version: 6.8
- Size: 159.97 MB
- iOS: 11.0 or later
- Languages: EN
- Content Advisory:
- Developer: Risesystem, Inc.
Last updated: 13th November 2020 | Genre: Sports, Sports | Developer: Risesystem, Inc.