Presentation values are very high. Boarder Zone supports resolutions as high as 1600x1200 in 32 bit color, making for some rather dynamic runs. Events can take place at all times of the day, under clear skies or in snowy conditions. Colored lighting thrown by flares set out to illuminate the courses adds another dramatic element to the proceedings. The only downside is a clipping problem that sinks boarders up to their knees in snow on occasions.
Sound effects are only average.
Not that that really matters. Gameplay is quite good, though the controls aren't as fluid as one would expect for an arcade game. Snow seems to pack some serious resistance here, making it necessary to push hard through even gentle turns. While this could be an accurate simulation of the real thing, it seems more like clumsy control response. Your mileage may vary.