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The most interesting racing games released in 2002

All the best and most popular games of the year, upcoming releases, and hits from the past. Use filters to narrow down search.

MotoGP 2
MotoGP 2

Racing 22 January 2002

Another part, well-known and undoubtedly successful motorcycle races. The title is definitely characterized by the skillful character of the game.

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Wreckless: The Yakuza Missions
Wreckless: The Yakuza Missions

Racing 04 February 2002

In Wreckless we can ride in a crowded city without any rules. Our task is to fight the Japanese mafia - Yakuza - in 20 dynamic and diverse missions.

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Looney Tunes Space Race
Looney Tunes Space Race

Racing 08 February 2002

A crazy game in which we can play one of the famous cartoon characters (such as Bugs Bunny or Duffy Duffy Duck), and then take part in races held on interestingly prepared routes.

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Star Wars: Racer Revenge
Star Wars: Racer Revenge

Racing 11 February 2002

Star Wars: Racer Revenge is a de facto continuation of Star Wars Episode I: Racer, released in 1999. As in the case of that production, this time we are dealing with the duels of title racers, well known to fans of Star Wars.

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NASCAR Racing 2002 Season
NASCAR Racing 2002 Season

Racing 13 February 2002

Another edition of the well-known car series created by Sierra Entertainment, Inc. and Papyrus Racing Games. All players, NASCAR racing enthusiasts can compete against other drivers in the 2002 season.

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Circus Maximus: Chariot Wars
Circus Maximus: Chariot Wars

Racing 24 February 2002

Circus Maximus: Chariot Wars studio Kodiak Interactive is an action game, combining elements of racing and fighting. The creators of the title were inspired, among others, by the film Ben-Hur and Gladiator. The plot takes us to ancient Rome, in the times of the great Olympics. We play the role of a competitor taking part in chariot races.

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Space Haste 2
Space Haste 2

Racing 04 March 2002

Space Haste 2 is a racing game produced by Dreams Interactive, the action of which has been set in the future. Players have the opportunity to sit at the helm of futuristic hovercrafts and take part in a competition on specially marked routes. The advantage of the game is the soundtrack with songs of such artists as: Hallucinogen, Deedrah, Slinky Wizard, Psychaos, Bus and Supercozi.

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Sled Storm
Sled Storm

Racing 11 March 2002

Exceptionally dynamic and slightly crazy snowmobile races. There are a dozen or so machines to choose from, which differ not only in appearance, but also in performance. The extensive championship mode is also worth mentioning.

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RalliSport Challenge
RalliSport Challenge

Racing 14 March 2002

RalliSport Challenge is a Digital Illusion (EA DICE) produced racing game. Players have the opportunity to drive 29 licensed high-performance cars, including Ford Focus, Mitsubishi Evo and Subaru Impreza. The creators have prepared 48 routes on which you can compete with computer artificial intelligence or living opponents.

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Motocross Maniacs Advance
Motocross Maniacs Advance

Racing 21 March 2002

Interestingly realized motorcycle races. The whole is played in a two-dimensional environment, and the player watches the player from the side. A dozen or so different routes to be covered.

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World of Outlaws: Sprint Cars 2002
World of Outlaws: Sprint Cars 2002

Racing 26 March 2002

A virtual version of the most popular in the United States, races of extraordinary 800-horsepower vehicles, which can accelerate to very high speeds up to 170mph.

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F1 2002
F1 2002

Racing 27 March 2002

F1 2002 is the next installment of one of the most popular Formula 1 racing simulations, including licensed drivers, stables, cars and original routes from the 2002 FIA Formula One World Championship season.

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Pro Rally 2002
Pro Rally 2002

Racing 28 March 2002

Quite a realistic racer, taking up the subject of car rallies. We sit behind the wheel of one of several sports machines. We have more than 40 special sections to cover.

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The Italian Job
The Italian Job

Racing 15 April 2002

Car racing based on the cult film "The Italian Job", where we move to the 70's and play the role of Charlie Croker, who soon after leaving prison decides to return to his "profession".

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Rage Rally
Rage Rally

Racing 19 April 2002

A budget rally game with a purely arcade driving model. We sit behind the wheel of one of the two fictitious cars to race on 4 available routes with different surfaces and weather conditions. The game can be conducted in arcade or time trial mode.

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Midnight GT: Primary Racer
Midnight GT: Primary Racer

Racing 19 April 2002

Midnight GT: Primary Racer is one of the first games to deal with the topic of illegal races of stunned cars. Unfortunately, this is a tight budget production offering only 8 cars and 6 routes in one game mode.

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Hooters Road Trip
Hooters Road Trip

Racing 01 May 2002

Hooters Road Trip is a simple race in which the player's task is to participate in events that require reaching their destination as quickly as possible.

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BuzzingCars
BuzzingCars

Racing 06 May 2002

BuzzingCars are crazy races in which dexterity and quick reflexes are the basis, but logical thinking must also be demonstrated on many occasions.

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Moto GP: The Ultimate Racing Technology
Moto GP: The Ultimate Racing Technology

Racing 20 May 2002

Dynamic motorcycle races of arcade character, realized in good old style, exemplified by the Moto Racer released in 1997.

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Test Drive Overdrive
Test Drive Overdrive

Racing 27 May 2002

The next installment of the famous series of car races, which began in 1987. TD Overdrive is not a realistic simulation - it has an agility model. The races take place in four main cities and there is a choice of approx. 20 sports car models.

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Downforce
Downforce

Racing 31 May 2002

Exceptionally dynamic, arcade racer, in which we sit at the helm of one of several super-fast cars. The races are held in the streets of real cities. The most striking crashes are also worth mentioning.

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TAXI Challenge: Berlin
TAXI Challenge: Berlin

Racing 01 June 2002

TAXI Challenge is another game in which the player plays the role of a taxi driver, and his task is to take passengers to a specific place at a specific time.

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Michael Schumacher Racing World Kart 2002
Michael Schumacher Racing World Kart 2002

Racing 04 June 2002

Thanks to this game you too can feel like Michael Schumacher, the former F1 champion, and take part in a series of exciting races with maybe a bit smaller but still very fast "mini-cars".

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Le Mans 24 Hours
Le Mans 24 Hours

Racing 07 June 2002

Realistic car races that allow players to participate in the famous Le Mans round-the-clock competition. The authors have prepared 70 authentic, licensed cars of brands such as BMW, Toyota and Nissan, as well as 12 famous race tracks located in different parts of the world.

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Monster Jam Maximum Destruction
Monster Jam Maximum Destruction

Racing 13 June 2002

A dynamic race in which we sit behind the wheel of one of several dozen monster-trucks. Interestingly, during races you can use additional weapons, such as rockets or various machine guns.

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Totaled!
Totaled!

Racing 13 June 2002

Exceptionally dynamic action game, reminiscent of such titles as "FlatOut". We take part in spectacular clashes with other vehicles. "Crashed" is distinguished by a wide range of play modes.

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London Racer 2
London Racer 2

Racing 14 June 2002

The continuation of "London Racer", released in 2000, does not introduce any revolutionary changes to the fun, so we are still dealing with a typical arcade racer, which has nothing to do with realism. However, while the first part was largely played out on the streets of the title London, in the case of the sequel several other cities were added.

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USA Racer
USA Racer

Racing 14 June 2002

A typical low-budget racer, in which we sit at the helm of one of several available car models. The competition is organized in the United States, including New York, Chicago, and Yellowstone Park.

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MX Superfly
MX Superfly

Racing 17 June 2002

The next installment of the famous series of motorcycle races. The MX Superfly offers a variety of fun modes, including classic championships and an acrobatic mode for more or less complex acrobatics.

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Rally Championship
Rally Championship

Racing 18 June 2002

Console version of one of the most famous PeCet racers. You can choose from dozens of licensed rally cars, as well as a wide range of gameplay modes, including an extensive multiplayer for four people.

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Freekstyle
Freekstyle

Racing 18 June 2002

"Freextiles" is an arcade game about motocross races created by a group of programmers responsible for such hits as "NBA Street" or "SSX".

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V-Rally 3
V-Rally 3

Racing 21 June 2002

Conversion of the latest part of the very popular on consoles (the number of over 5 million copies sold all over the world speaks for itself) of the rally simulation cycle.

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Geoff Crammond’s Grand Prix 4
Geoff Crammond’s Grand Prix 4

Racing 21 June 2002

A Formula 1 racing simulator from the legendary series by Geoff Crammond. The game features 17 real tracks, 11 teams, 22 drivers and cars. All this was meticulously reconstructed on the basis of the 2001 season. Compared to previous editions, the driving realism and graphics have improved significantly.

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Beam Breakers
Beam Breakers

Racing 27 June 2002

Futuristic races in which players take on the role of a member of one of the many gangs participating in illegal raids. The action takes place in New York of the future, and we move along complex routes suspended between skyscrapers.

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GT Advance 2: Rally Racing
GT Advance 2: Rally Racing

Racing 28 June 2002

Continuation of the famous racer. This time we take part in rallies. The authors have prepared several licensed machines. The races are held in many different corners of the world.

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Gran Turismo Concept 2002 Tokyo-Geneva
Gran Turismo Concept 2002 Tokyo-Geneva

Racing 17 July 2002

A spin-off to the Gran Turismo series, essentially a narrowed-down version of Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec, focusing on car models exhibited at motor shows in Tokyo, Seoul, and Geneva. The game offers around 100 highly-detailed cars. Competition takes place on the circuits borrowed from the third installment, albeit with an inclusion of a new track in Tokyo – R246 – known primarily from the previous parts of the Autumn Ring series.

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Crazy Taxi 3: High Roller
Crazy Taxi 3: High Roller

Racing 24 July 2002

Another part of the arcade series, in which we play the role of a crazy American taxi driver and walk in a yellow taxi through the streets of big cities in search of customers.

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Antz Extreme Racing
Antz Extreme Racing

Racing 26 July 2002

In the game we choose one of the six insect heroes of the animated film "Ant Z". with which we race in various vehicles in the nooks and crannies of the picturesque garden.

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Big Scale Racing
Big Scale Racing

Racing 20 August 2002

Simulation of races with models of radio-controlled combustion cars, held on closed tracks with a wide variety of routes, surfaces and changing weather conditions.

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ATV Quad Power Racing
ATV Quad Power Racing

Racing 20 August 2002

Subsequent races of quads, or four-wheeled motorcycles, moving in extremely difficult terrain. This is a pocket edition of one of the most famous series of console races.

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Pro Race Driver
Pro Race Driver

Racing 23 August 2002

The third installment of the racing series created by the Codemasters company, dedicated to the racing struggles of Touring Cars class vehicles. TOCA Race Driver, otherwise known as Pro Race Driver, V8 Race Driver or DTM Race Driver, makes up the next generation of rally games, which combine a highly realistic driving experience with the cinematic momentum of scenes straight from the racing track.

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Sega GT 2002
Sega GT 2002

Racing 02 September 2002

Continuation of the Sega GT in response to the cult Gran Turismo series. More than 100 vehicles to choose from (including many older models of cars) and an extensive career mode - these are the main advantages of this production.

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Riding Spirits
Riding Spirits

Racing 09 September 2002

A dynamic racing game in which we sit at the controls of one of several hundred available motorcycles. The basic point of the program is an extensive career, in which we spend the money we gain on new parts or machines.

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V8 Challenge
V8 Challenge

Racing 12 September 2002

V8 Challenge is a Digital Illusions studio produced simulation of car racing. The title is licensed under the official Australian V8 Challenge formula, and players have the opportunity to sit behind the wheel of machines racing in the 2002 season. The creators have taken care of faithful representation of the track and cars, realistic driving physics and several fun options, including the possibility of multiplayer competition.

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Big Air Freestyle
Big Air Freestyle

Racing 13 September 2002

A crazy arcade game, in which we take control over one of several motocross machines, and then we take part in a series of races or exceptionally impressive stunt performances.

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Quantum Redshift
Quantum Redshift

Racing 16 September 2002

Quantum Redshift is a position that allows players to crush futuristic ships on extremely winding routes. Add defensive and offensive weapons and you will get a typical future racer. The Xbox equivalent of WipeOut Fusion was conceived by Curly Monsters studio and released by Microsoft.

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Ferrari F355 Challenge
Ferrari F355 Challenge

Racing 24 September 2002

A realistic racing game in which we sit at the helm of the Italian brand's title model. Choose from five basic fun modes, including championships, as well as 11 real-world courses.

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Dirt Track Racing 2
Dirt Track Racing 2

Racing 25 September 2002

The second edition of car races held on muddy ground, in which we can sit behind the court of one of the fourteen vehicles from three different classes.

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Shox
Shox

Racing 27 September 2002

Dynamic races of small cars, controlled by radio, in many respects resembling the cult game "Re-Volt". This title offers a diverse range of gameplay modes and spectacular audiovisual setting.

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Midnight Outlaw: Illegal Street Drag
Midnight Outlaw: Illegal Street Drag

Racing 30 September 2002

Another racing game in which we take part in illegal night competitions on the streets of big cities. Beginning the game, we have at our disposal one poor vehicle, which needs to be tuned accordingly.

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Burnout 2: Point of Impact
Burnout 2: Point of Impact

Racing 30 September 2002

A sequel to an arcade racing game by Criterion Games, whose main selling point is the advanced damage model and the spectacular crashes resulting from it. Burnout 2: Point of Impact stands by the solutions originating from it’s predecessor, centering on dynamic arcade races, beefed up by spectacular crashes observed from different camera angles.

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Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2

Racing 01 October 2002

The sixth installment in the popular racing game series from Electronic Arts, expanding on the ideas of the 1998’s Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit. Similarly to its predecessor, the action is focused on police chases. The players have several game modes at their disposal, allowing them to become either road hogs or law enforcers and compete against the AI or their friends online.

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Armobiles
Armobiles

Racing 02 October 2002

A combination of a crazy car race and hard shooting. The game is characterized by good playability, which consists of several factors, such as high quality graphics, dynamic action, a large number of available routes, cars and additional equipment.

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Motocross Stunt Racer
Motocross Stunt Racer

Racing 03 October 2002

A simple arcade game in which we can take part in the title motocross races combined with the performance of breakneck acrobatics.

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Driver 2 Advance
Driver 2 Advance

Racing 04 October 2002

A pocket edition of one of the most acclaimed racers on PlayStation. We play the role of Tanner and join a number of missions, using many different vehicles.

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Pro Rally
Pro Rally

Racing 04 October 2002

Another rally game, in which we race on the routes of special sections scattered all over the globe. A dozen or so different rally machines, including WRC class cars, have been put at the player's disposal.

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Moto Racer Advance
Moto Racer Advance

Racing 04 October 2002

Arcade motorcycle races, in which we enter three types of competitions. This includes motocross and GP, where we race on professional tracks.

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NASCAR Thunder 2003
NASCAR Thunder 2003

Racing 16 October 2002

One of the most popular simulations of car sports, this time enriched with new options in the garage, realistic damage effects and the possibility of multiplayer gameplay up to sixteen players.

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Street Legal
Street Legal

Racing 19 October 2002

Car racing to experience emotions similar to those of street racers and race for money in different parts of the metropolis, including quiet and peaceful suburbs and crowded city centres.

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Colin McRae Rally 3
Colin McRae Rally 3

Racing 25 October 2002

The third installment of the popular series of rally races. This time, the creators put emphasis on increasing the role of the driver, by introducing a plot plot. There was also an effort to better imitate the driving model and car behaviour during the rallies. The "Three" includes eight rally routes in Japan, Spain, Greece and other countries, as well as twelve main cars and a bonus pair.

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Road Trip
Road Trip

Racing 26 October 2002

Quite an unusual combination of arcade racer and role-playing game. Our task is to win the next races and upgrade your current machine.

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Jet X2O
Jet X2O

Racing 29 October 2002

Arcade racing of water scooters. You can choose from eight modern machines that we use to race on eight routes - including marshes, Atlantis, Pacific islands and the Arctic. The game is made more attractive by an extensive system of tricks.

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Hot Wheels: Velocity X
Hot Wheels: Velocity X

Racing 31 October 2002

Is it possible to make a good racing game out of the theme of toys, which are undoubtedly Hot Wheels cars? If we assume that it will be racing with a pinch of salt, why not?

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Total Immersion Racing
Total Immersion Racing

Racing 01 November 2002

Another attempt to transfer GT races to our computers. TIR offers us the opportunity to participate in a driver's career, from competitions on lower class cars to GTR machines.

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Micro Machines
Micro Machines

Racing 08 November 2002

The Micro Machines series with subsequent releases changes only in a small aspect and it is mainly the audio-visual binding. The idea remains the same - choose the vehicle you want to control and get to the finish line first.

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ATV Offroad Fury 2
ATV Offroad Fury 2

Racing 09 November 2002

Continuation of the race issued in 2001. As before, we sit at the helm of quads, i.e. four-wheeled motorcycles designed to move in difficult terrain. Noteworthy is the extended championship mode.

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NASCAR: Dirt to Daytona
NASCAR: Dirt to Daytona

Racing 11 November 2002

A classic racer, taking up the subject of NASCAR races. Four different classes of tournaments are at the player's disposal. It is also worth mentioning the extended career mode.

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Whiteout
Whiteout

Racing 12 November 2002

Whiteout is an arcade style snowmobile racing. The game was released by Konami and Vicarious Visions team is responsible for its preparation.

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Rally Fusion: Race of Champions
Rally Fusion: Race of Champions

Racing 12 November 2002

A dynamic racing game by Climax studio. We enter the title Championship Race, taking part in several different types of races. You can choose from a dozen or so models of vehicles that can be damaged.

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Drome Racers
Drome Racers

Racing 18 November 2002

In addition to typical blocks, Lego also manufactures radio-controlled cars, where individual parts (e.g. engines) can be easily replaced; it is in the land of such toys that Drome Racers introduces us.

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Speed Challenge: Jacques Villeneuve's Racing Vision
Speed Challenge: Jacques Villeneuve's Racing Vision

Racing 20 November 2002

Formula One races based on a futuristic vision of this sport of a real rally driver - Jacque Villeneuve.

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Hover Ace
Hover Ace

Racing 22 November 2002

Hover Ace is a futuristic race produced by the GSC Game World development team. The action of the game was set in the future. Players steer extremely fast cushions, racing against rivals who often use unclean gameplay. The creators anticipated several fun options, including Energy Cell, Time Limit Checkpoint Race, and Last Man Standing modes.

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Inspector Gadget Racing
Inspector Gadget Racing

Racing 29 November 2002

A crazy racer, designed mainly for younger users of a portable console. Two separate scenarios to be played. There are also many different routes to choose from.

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WRC II Extreme
WRC II Extreme

Racing 29 November 2002

Continuation of one of the most famous racing games. This time there are more than 100 special sections to be covered, located in fourteen different countries. Particularly noteworthy is the extensive championship mode.

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Auto Modellista
Auto Modellista

Racing 29 November 2002

Car racing with a unique visual setting. In production we sit behind the wheel of many famous cars (Ford, Dodge, Nissan, Toyota, etc.) and compete in various tournaments on different routes. There is also a multiplayer mode available in the game. The characteristic feature of the title is a comic book cover created with the use of cel-shading technology.

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Smash Cars (2003)
Smash Cars (2003)

Racing 30 November 2002

Smash Cars are skill races of remote-controlled off-road car models, held in wilderness and difficult terrain. The routes of individual rallies are full of obstacles in the form of rocks, houses or people, and players have a lot of freedom in choosing shortcuts. Developers from Creat studio took care of, among other things, modification options for terrain tiles, realistic model of destruction and several variants of single- and multiplayer gameplay. The game is also known as R.C. Cars.

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LEGO Drome Racers
LEGO Drome Racers

Racing 06 December 2002

LEGO Drome Racers is the work of the LEGO Media development team. Players have the opportunity to build their own vehicles based on LEGO Racers elements and take part in exciting, futuristic races. The main campaign in the game allows you to play the role of an ambitious Max Axel driver, whose dream is to win the Drome Championship competition.

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FIM Speedway Grand Prix
FIM Speedway Grand Prix

Racing 18 December 2002

Slaughter slag simulator produced by Polish Techland. We receive a set of official players and stadiums from the 2002 season. In the game, in addition to the racing thread, there is also an economic aspect, thanks to which we invest the money gained from winning skirmishes in new equipment.

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