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This horse racing simulation enables up to six people to play at once so it can be, and is, a very good game for all the family. If less than six people play then the computer controls the remaining places - and tough opposition it makes 100.

After entering your name you are presented with a choice of 4 to 16 meetings. To play the game properly you should play sixteen meetings so that you have plenty of time to find out what ground and distance each horse prefers. The race programme shows all the meetings in a season and what distances each race is over - there are six races to each season. Each player then selects a horse for each race from their stable of sixteen horses and then the betting takes place. The odds and weight are shown on the screen, the heavier the horse the better it will go. When all betting is finished the graphic capabilities of the Oric take over.

The course is set out, the green track enclosed by the rails and the starting line is in the middle of the screen. The horse (plus jockeys) walk to the line and then they are away. Realistic galloping sounds complement the graphics as the screen scrolls from right to left. As the horses battle for positions the furlong posts come and go and soon the race is over. The computer works out all the betting and the stake money is divided between the first three places. By entering the same horse in different races you are able to plan your favourites for the eight classics at the end of the season.

A save game feature is a very helpful addition to this truly excellent and addictive simulation game - a must for Oric owners - Get it!