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About MX vs ATV Legends
MX vs ATV Legends lets you race bikes, ATVs and UTVs across massive open environments while pursuing a career as a professional off‑road rider. The game blends single‑player progression with competitive multiplayer options.
You can race locally with a friend in split‑screen, join up to 16 players online in squad‑based matches, or tackle the new Trails mode that adds high‑intensity outdoor courses and surprise terrain features.
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career-mode
The career mode presents a series of choices that affect your path, sponsorship opportunities and special invitational events. Each decision steers the narrative toward a different professional trajectory.
These choices are presented before races, letting you decide which events to target and which sponsors to align with.
- Note which sponsorships appear after each decision to see how the game branches.
- Keep track of which invitational events become available after specific choices.
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multiplayer-modes
Players can race in a 2‑player split‑screen setup or join a 16‑player online match that uses squad‑based gameplay. Both formats list full controller support.
Online play includes Steam leaderboards and achievements, and Remote Play Together lets friends share the experience without each needing a separate console.
- Try a quick split‑screen race before entering an online squad to gauge performance.
- Check the Steam Leaderboards after a match to see where you rank globally.

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trails-mode
Trails mode delivers high‑intensity outdoor racing, placing new surprises around each turn and demanding quick adaptation to varied terrain.
The mode’s design pushes the refined physics system, requiring precise handling of berms and ruts to maintain speed through unexpected obstacles.
- Watch the terrain ahead to anticipate sudden changes that could affect your line.
- Maintain momentum through each turn to handle berms effectively.
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customization
Riders and vehicles can be customized with the latest parts and gear from leading off‑road manufacturers, offering a range of parts and gear to equip.
Customization options are available throughout career and multiplayer sessions, letting you tailor your setup before each race.
- Mix and match parts to find a balance that feels comfortable on different surfaces.
- Use visual cues from gear to quickly identify your setup during split‑screen races.
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physics-handling
A refined physics system provides higher precision when riding berms and ruts, granting tighter control over each machine.
This precision rewards skillful navigation of complex terrain, making nuanced handling a key factor in both career and multiplayer events.
- Practice on berms in any mode to feel how the refined physics respond to input.
- Adjust your line through ruts to keep speed without sacrificing control.





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