World Class Track Meet (1986)

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Summary

World Class Track Meet (1986)

World Class Track Meet is a track and field sports video game developed and published by Konami for the Nintendo Entertainment System. It was first released in Japan in 1986 as Running Stadium, and then released in North America in 1987 as Stadium Events. In 1988, it was re-released in North America as World Class Track Meet.

The game features a variety of track and field events, including the 100-meter dash, 110-meter hurdles, long jump, high jump, pole vault, shot put, discus throw, javelin throw, and hammer throw. Players can compete against a computer opponent in the Tournament Mode, or they can compete in four events for a total score in the Olympic Mode. The top six winners’ names and their scores will appear on the electronic billboard.

World Class Track Meet was one of the first NES games to use the Family Fun Fitness Control Mat, which allowed players to control their on-screen athlete’s movements with their feet. The Control Mat was not required to play the game, but it did add an extra level of fun and challenge.

The game was a critical and commercial success, and it is still considered to be one of the best track and field sports games ever made. It was praised for its realistic graphics, smooth gameplay, and challenging AI.

Gameplay

World Class Track Meet is a track and field sports game that features a variety of events, including the 100-meter dash, 110-meter hurdles, long jump, high jump, pole vault, shot put, discus throw, javelin throw, and hammer throw. Players can compete against a computer opponent in the Tournament Mode, or they can compete in four events for a total score in the Olympic Mode.

In the Tournament Mode, players compete against a computer opponent in a series of one-on-one events. The first player to win three events wins the tournament. In the Olympic Mode, players compete in four events for a total score. The player with the highest score at the end of the four events wins the gold medal.

The controls for World Class Track Meet are simple and easy to learn. The D-pad is used to move the on-screen athlete, and the A and B buttons are used to perform actions. In the running events, the A button is used to accelerate and the B button is used to jump over hurdles. In the field events, the A button is used to throw or jump and the B button is used to adjust the angle or height of the throw or jump.

The Family Fun Fitness Control Mat can be used to control the on-screen athlete’s movements with the player’s feet. This can be a more challenging and fun way to play the game, but it is not required.

Graphics and Sound

The graphics in World Class Track Meet are colorful and detailed. The on-screen athletes are well-animated and the backgrounds are varied and interesting. The game’s soundtrack is also well-composed and catchy.

Challenge

World Class Track Meet is a challenging game, especially when playing against the computer opponent in the Tournament Mode. The computer opponent is very good at all of the events, and it can be difficult to beat him. However, the game is still fair and beatable, and it is always satisfying to finally defeat the computer opponent.

Conclusion

World Class Track Meet is a classic track and field sports game that is still fun to play today. It features a variety of events, challenging gameplay, and great graphics and sound. Whether you’re a fan of track and field sports or just looking for a fun and challenging game to play, World Class Track Meet is definitely worth checking out.

Additional Information

  • World Class Track Meet was one of the first NES games to use the Family Fun Fitness Control Mat.
  • The game was released in Japan as Running Stadium, in North America as Stadium Events, and in Europe as World Class Track Meet.
  • The game was developed by Konami and published by Ultra Games in North America.
  • The game was released in 1986 in Japan, 1987 in North America, and 1988 in Europe.
  • The game is compatible with the Nintendo Entertainment System, Nintendo Entertainment System Classic Edition, and Nintendo Switch Online.

Review Score

8/10

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