| Genre: | Arcade Game: Race 'n' Chase |
| Series: | Number 40 in Arcade Collection (Spectrum) |
| Publisher: | The Hit Squad |
| Cover Art Language: | English |
| Machine Compatibility: | Spectrum 48K, Spectrum 128K, Spectrum +2, Spectrum +3 |
| Release: | Professionally released on Cassette |
| Available For: | Amiga 500, Amstrad CPC464, Atari Lynx, Atari ST, Commodore 64, Nintendo, Sega Genesis, Sega Mega Drive (EU Version), Sega Mega Drive (JP Version) & Spectrum 48K/128K/+2/+3 |
| Compatible Emulators: | ZXSpin (PC (Windows)) Nutria (PC (MS-DOS)) |
| Original Release Date: | 27th October 1991 |
| Original Release Price: | £2.99 |
| Market Valuation: | £2.50 (How Is This Calculated?) |
| Item Weight: | 64g |
| Box Type: | Cassette Single Plastic Clear |
| Author(s): | Mike Day & Matt Furniss |
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Arcade Collection (Spectrum)
Crash
1st January 1992
If you're a fan of car racing games or addicted to the coin-op, give this a whirl - you won't be disappointed. Read Review
Crash
1st January 1990
This is an instant hit with me and will keep me hooked for ages. Read Review
Sinclair User
26th September 1989
Extremely clever programming. Wonky steering but brill replays. Read Review
Sinclair User
31st October 1991
Great 3-D that updates almost as quick as a blink of the eye. The driving system takes practice, but should be well within most people's reach quite quickly. Read Review
Your Sinclair
1st January 1990
Difficult to master, technically accomplished arcade/driving sim with brilliant graphics. If you like flight sims, you'll definitely get your money's worth!! Read Review
Your Sinclair
1st March 1992
Though it pains me to say it, I'm afraid that as a game Hard Drivin' is only good for frightening people into using public transport. Read Review
Full Instructions
Hard Drivin'
It's mean. It's hard. It's here! Hard Drivin', the ultimate driving simulator, races onto your home computer from its runaway success in the arcades. Now you can get behind the wheel of the world's top sports car on a stunt course. Jump bridges, drive the speed track or even get dizzy on the vertical loop - all in super-realistic solid 3D. Top drivers can challenge the Phantom Photon in a head-to-head, no holds barred contest to find the top Hard Driver!
Getting Started
Hard Drivin' consists of two tracks - the Stunt Track and the Speed Track, each testing a different aspect of your driving skills. The Stunt Track features three main stunts - the Bridge Jump, the Loop-the-Loop and the Bank. Pay particular attention to the speed signs and your own velocity. Driving at more than 60 miles per hour over the bridge will launch you into the air to crash on landing, and under 60mph means you won't jump far enough.
The 60 Minimum sign on the Vertical Loop means you will have to drive at 60mph or more just to stay on the loop as you spin through it! As you practise, you should be able to take the Bridge, Bank and Loop at more than the recommended speeds.
Make it to the checkpoints on the course and you will receive a time bonus. If you do a fast enough lap, you can race the Phantom Photon (the computer's car) in a race around the Stunt Track. The Phantom drives a mean race and crashing means instant disqualification!
Game Tips
Practise skid control - this can save valuable seconds, as can good road position on the bends.
Advanced drivers can usually take the Bank at 110 miles per hour by going in on the right and steering heavily to the left on exit - but watch out that you don't go over the edge!
Hints
To be a real Hard Driver, you must learn to make full use of the whole track. Brake for corners and obstacles at the last possible moment. In addition, be constantly aware of oncoming traffic, and be prepared to drive on the grass if it looks like danger ahead.
Don't be afraid to cut corners to improve your lap time and to beat the Phantom Photon!
When you play the game for the first time, select automatic transmission. This will allow you to get the all-important feel of the game without having to worry about changing gears.
The car will accelerate faster if your wheels are straight. Use the gauge in the centre of the dashboard to check the position of your wheels. If the line is in the centre, then the wheels are straight. Remember this when going around corners since every time you turn the wheel, the friction slows you down a little.
Some features may not be implemented on certain computer formats.
Game Controls
O - Left, P - Right, Q - Accelerate, A - Brake, W - Shift Gear Up, S - Shift Gear Down
All joysticks supported.
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Spectrum 128K owners, use Loader option.
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