Ten pin bowling conjures all sorts of memories, not all of them pleasant. Recollections of silly footwear, overpriced burgers, and the disconcerting scent of sweat not quite masked by that spray stuff they use on the shoes. Then there are the participants ??“ from groups of gobby kids to the slightly odd hardcore hobbyists who use their own ball. It's enough put anyone off the sport.
With Midnight Bowling 2, Gameloft presents us with an altogether more stylish brand of skittle-assault. Out go the safety-barrier-abusing, sugar overdosed eight-year-olds; in comes a selection of characters seemingly lifted from a Next catalogue. Having entered Career mode and picked from one of the two improbably good-looking players available from the start, you're whisked off on a bowling world tour that's far removed from your average retail park Megabowl.
Starting in Miami you have to complete three distinctive tasks in order to unlock the next location. One requires you to knock down a series of pin formations with a single throw, another sets you the task of reaching a simple score target and the third is a showdown against each city's bowling hotshot.
Along the way in Career mode you'll win points and cash for upgrading your skills (you can boost your spin, strength and accuracy) and buying new clobber respectively. It's a nice touch, adding a personalized element to what is otherwise a very straightforward experience.
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