: The Japanese version featured a bizarre plot involving aliens and meteors . This was completely stripped from the Western release, turning it into a "straight" surfing game.
: The control scheme is unique, utilizing both analog sticks—the left for the surfboard's nose and the right for its tail. Shoulder buttons (L1, R1, L2, R2) are used for aerial tricks. Surfing H3O
: Early versions included a physical X-Board controller attachment that clipped onto the analog sticks to simulate fingerboarding. Localization Differences : The Japanese version featured a bizarre plot