Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 is a fitness video game developed by Blue Byte and published by Ubisoft. The game was released on November 18, 2012, in North America, and on November 30, 2012, in Australia and Europe for the Wii U. The game is the sequel to Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2012 for the Xbox 360.[1][2]
| Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 | |
|---|---|
 European cover art | |
| Developer(s) | Blue Byte |
| Publisher(s) | Ubisoft |
| Series | Your Shape |
| Platform(s) | Wii U |
| Release | |
| Genre(s) | Exergaming, aerobics |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Gameplay
editThe players can create a personal profile, inputting details such as age, weight, and fitness objectives to customize their workout routines. The game offers a variety of exercises, including cardio, strength training, flexibility exercises, and yoga routines.[3]
Four different gameplay modes are available: Activities, Classes, Programs, and Workouts. They include structured workout programs, basic fitness lessons, dance routines, individual exercises, and multiplayer challenges.[4] Structured programs guide players through predefined workout routines tailored to specific fitness goals, while individual exercises allow users to target specific muscle groups or focus on preferred activities. Multiplayer challenges introduce competitive elements, where the players can take part in events against friends or online users.[5]
Real-time feedback is provided throughout the gameplay, including metrics such as calories burned, heart rate monitoring, and technique corrections. A virtual coach assists players during exercises, offering guidance and motivation.[6]
Reception
edit| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| Metacritic | 76/100[7] |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| Jeuxvideo.com | 13/20[6] |
| Nintendo Life |   [8] |
| Nintendo World Report | 7/10[9] |
| Official Nintendo Magazine | 80%[10] |
Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 received "generally favorable" reviews according to review aggregator Metacritic.[11]
Jeuxvideo.com rated the game 13/20, stating that "Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 is a very recommendable software dedicated to fitness, even if movement recognition is very limited. But motivated players, who perhaps already know a few rules allowing them to perform these exercises in complete safety, should find what they are looking for, in particular thanks to the fairly varied and quality content."[6]
Morgan Sleeper for Nintendo Life rated the game 8/10, stating that, "For players that want to add some exercise to their gaming routine, or Wii Fit junkies looking for a next generation fitness fix, Your Shape Fitness is an excellent choice." Also stating that "more than just a tide-over until Wii Fit U, Your Shape Fitness Evolved 2013 takes its place on the Wii U as one of the finest fitness games available anywhere."[8]
Scott Thompson for Nintendo World Report rated the game 7/10, stating that "Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 is a solid game. The variety of things to do as well as the auxiliary features, such as the news feed and recipe section, set it apart from its competitors; whatever you are looking for in your workout routine, Your Shape has something for you."[9]
Joe Skrebels for the Official Nintendo Magazine rated the game 80%, stating that the game is "professional, fully featured and a tad bodacious, (and that the game) undoubtedly sets a high bar for fitness games on Wii U."[10]
References
edit- ^ "Your Shape Fitness Evolved 2013". Nintendo Life. 2022-11-17. Retrieved 2024-03-19.
- ^ "Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013". GameSpot. Retrieved 2024-03-19.
- ^ "Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 - Hands-on Preview". Nintendo World Report. Retrieved 2024-03-18.
- ^ Life, Nintendo (2012-06-06). "E3 2012: Your Shape Gets U Bending". Nintendo Life. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ^ Linken, Andre (2013-01-11). "Test: Your Shape Fitness Evolved 2013 - Wii U als Fitness-Center". Gameswelt (in German). Retrieved 2024-03-20.
- ^ a b c Lena (2013-01-10). "Test: Your Shape : Fitness Evolved 2013". Jeuxvideo.com (in French). Retrieved 2024-03-20.
- ^ "Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 critic reviews". www.metacritic.com. Retrieved 2024-03-18.
- ^ a b Sleeper, Morgan (2012-12-09). "Review: Your Shape Fitness Evolved 2013 (Wii U)". Nintendo Life. Retrieved 2024-03-18.
- ^ a b "Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 Review - Review". Nintendo World Report. Retrieved 2024-03-18.
- ^ a b Skrebels, Joe (February 21, 2013). "Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 Wii U review". Official Nintendo Magazine. Archived from the original on November 2, 2014. Retrieved March 18, 2024.
- ^ "Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013". www.metacritic.com. Retrieved 2024-03-19.
External links
edit- Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2013 at MobyGames
- Official website (Archived)