Summary
- Release Year: 1998
- Genres: Racing
- Platforms: Nintendo 64, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation
- Developers: Vivid Image
S.C.A.R.S. (1998): A Unique and Exciting Combat Racing Game
S.C.A.R.S. is a combat racing game developed by Psygnosis and released for the PlayStation and Nintendo 64 in 1998. The game features a unique blend of racing and combat, with players taking control of cars that can transform into different animals.
Gameplay
The game’s objective is to win races and progress through the Grand Prix mode, unlocking new tracks and cars along the way. There are four different modes in the game: Grand Prix, Challenge, Time Attack, and Versus.
Grand Prix
The Grand Prix mode is the main single-player mode in S.C.A.R.S. Players must race through a series of tracks, competing against AI opponents. There are four different cups in the Grand Prix mode, each with its own difficulty level. The first cup is the Carbon Cup, followed by the Crystal Cup, the Diamond Cup, and the Platinum Cup.
Challenge
The Challenge mode is a series of one-off races against AI opponents. Players can choose from a variety of different tracks and cars, and can set the difficulty level.
Time Attack
The Time Attack mode is a race against the clock. Players can choose from a variety of different tracks and cars, and can try to beat their own best times.
Versus
The Versus mode is a multiplayer mode for up to four players. Players can choose from a variety of different tracks and cars, and can compete against each other in races or deathmatches.
Cars
There are a total of 12 different cars in S.C.A.R.S., each with its own unique stats and abilities. The cars can be divided into three different classes: light, medium, and heavy. Light cars are faster and more agile, but have less health. Medium cars are a good all-around choice, with a balance of speed, agility, and health. Heavy cars are slower and less agile, but have more health and can deal more damage.
Weapons
There are a variety of different weapons that can be used in S.C.A.R.S. Weapons can be picked up from power-ups that are scattered around the tracks. Some weapons are more powerful than others, and some weapons are more effective against certain types of cars.
Reception
S.C.A.R.S. received positive reviews upon release, with critics praising the game’s unique blend of racing and combat. The game was also praised for its graphics, which were considered to be some of the best on the PlayStation and Nintendo 64 at the time.
Legacy
S.C.A.R.S. is considered to be one of the best combat racing games ever made. The game’s unique blend of racing and combat has been praised by critics and fans alike, and the game has been cited as an influence on other combat racing games.
Conclusion
S.C.A.R.S. is a unique and exciting combat racing game that is still fun to play today. The game’s fast-paced gameplay, variety of tracks and cars, and challenging AI make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8/10
Art
Cover Art
Screenshots
