F1 World Championship Edition
F1WCE offers the standard range of options: you can choose between different game modes (including Arcade, Training, Racing), automatic or manual transmission, and the number of laps. It's also possible to play against another human by using a null-modem cable a nice addition. The Arcade mode is in my opinion the best one in the game, because its where the games arcade focus shines the most. You can almost make it through every turn without losing the brakes not realistic of course, but a lot of fun. Finish in the top 3 in each of the 5 tracks, and youll win the game. The Racing mode is naturally more realistic and longer: you have to complete a season of F1 racing, starting with qualifying rounds. You can tune your car before the race, and visit pit stops during each race for re-fuelling and adjustments. Steering is more difficult than in Arcade mode, and a lot of practice is required, especially since computer opponents are no cakewalk.
F1WCE is a lot of fun especially when you are driving downhill at 200 mph. It is not a serious racing simulation by any means, so if you love MicroProses World Circuit or Papyrus racing games for their realism, you will be disappointed with this games obvious focus on arcade-style racing. If you are a fan of games like Street Rod, youll find that F1WCE delivers a similar adrenaline rush and wonderful feeling of speed, despite its simple graphics, with fluid animation and intuitive controls. Recommended for fans of arcade-style racers everywhere.
Average Rating: | 7.47 [74 votes] |
Genre: | Sport |
Designer: | Chris Johnson & Paul Tankard |
Developer: | Lankhor |
Publisher: | Domark |
Year: | 1994 |
Software Copyright: | Domark |
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Multiplayer: | Modem or null modem |
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More Info: | Mobygames | The Web |
System Requirements: | DOS |
If you like this game, try: | Grand Prix Circuit, Grand Prix Unlimited, Days of Thunder |
Thanks to... | Jefe Picaro |
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