Summary
Chequered Flag (1988)
Chequered Flag is an overhead-view racing game developed and published by Atari Games in 1988. It was one of the first racing games to feature rotational sprite scaling, which allowed the cars to be smoothly rotated and scaled as they moved around the track. The game also featured a pit-stop facility, where players could repair their cars and change tires.
Chequered Flag was a critical and commercial success, and it is still considered to be one of the best racing games of its era. It was ported to a number of home computers and consoles, including the Atari ST, Commodore Amiga, and Sega Genesis.
Gameplay
Chequered Flag is a single-player racing game in which the player controls a Formula One car and races against seven AI-controlled opponents. The game features six different tracks, each with its own unique layout and challenges.
The player’s car can be damaged by collisions with other cars or with the track barriers. If the car is too badly damaged, it will need to be repaired at the pit-stop facility. The pit-stop facility can also be used to change tires, which can improve the car’s performance.
The player’s goal is to finish the race in first place. The player can earn points for finishing in the top three, and these points can be used to purchase upgrades for the car.
Graphics
Chequered Flag’s graphics are simple but effective. The cars are represented by small sprites, and the track is represented by a series of lines and curves. The game’s use of rotational sprite scaling gives the cars a smooth and realistic look.
Sound
Chequered Flag’s sound effects are simple but effective. The game features the sound of the car’s engine, as well as the sound of collisions and tire squeals. The game also features a catchy synthesized soundtrack.
Controls
Chequered Flag is controlled using a joystick or a keyboard. The joystick controls the car’s steering and acceleration, while the keyboard controls the car’s brakes and pit-stop functions.
Reception
Chequered Flag was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its smooth graphics, addictive gameplay, and challenging AI opponents. The game was also a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Chequered Flag has been ported to a number of home computers and consoles, including the Atari ST, Commodore Amiga, and Sega Genesis. The game has also been re-released on a number of compilation discs and digital storefronts.
Legacy
Chequered Flag is considered to be one of the best racing games of its era. It was one of the first racing games to feature rotational sprite scaling, and it also featured a number of innovative gameplay features, such as the pit-stop facility. Chequered Flag has influenced a number of later racing games, and it is still enjoyed by gamers today.
Conclusion
Chequered Flag is a classic racing game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. It is a challenging and fun game that features smooth graphics, addictive gameplay, and challenging AI opponents. If you are a fan of racing games, then you should definitely check out Chequered Flag.
Review Score
8/10
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