Spiritual sequel to Wave Race 64, jet-ski races with proper wave feel and dynamic weather. Top-tier water sensation, technical courses and visuals stunning for their time. Light on long-term content but the core stays enchanting. Too often underrated.
Your verdict
Category
Racing1 player3+
Description
Jet-ski riders race waves in this Nintendo GameCube Wave Race Blue Storm. Published by Nintendo, released in Europe and Australia in May 2002. Jet-ski simulation with realistic water physics, varied circuits in different weather conditions and competitive modes.
Wave Race - Blue Storm review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Average"
Technical info
💾1 GB📅03/05/2002
Published by Nintendo
Wave Race - Blue Storm (GameCube) price, value & rarity
Wave Race Blue Storm PAL/AU is the European and Australian edition of Nintendo NST/EAD's jet ski game, sequel to Wave Race 64. Collector value comes from this being the last Wave Race ever released.
Is Wave Race - Blue Storm still worth playing in 2026?
A spiritual sequel to Wave Race 64, Blue Storm delivers jet ski racing with a particularly convincing wave physics system. Changing weather conditions modify pilot behaviour during races, creating real tactical variety. The sunny art direction and the fluid rendering remain pleasant. More demanding than its N64 elder, the title asks for mastery but largely rewards the investment. For anyone who loves demanding and fine water based racing, a valid recommendation today still on the Nintendo machine here easily for any newcomer.
