Description

"Motor City Patrol," developed by Source Research & Development and published by Matchbox International Ltd., is a unique video game for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) that was released in 1992. In this game, players take on the role of a police officer tasked with patrolling the streets of Motor City, ensuring public safety and law enforcement. The gameplay involves driving a police car through various urban environments, responding to crimes in progress, which are indicated on the player’s mini-map. Players must apprehend criminals, which can include pursuits and capturing bank robbers, in order to keep the city safe. The game stands out due to its open-ended gameplay and the need to strategically manage the patrol route and the officer's resources, like fuel and vehicle health.

"Motor City Patrol" is notable for being part of the Matchbox license, which primarily featured die-cast toy cars popular among collectors and children. The game translates this brand into an interactive digital format, focusing on the policing element to create a narrative around maintaining order in a bustling city. Unlike many other NES games of the time, "Motor City Patrol" offered a more simulation-based approach to gameplay, allowing the player to experience the day-to-day duties of a city patrol officer rather than just high-speed chases or action-packed sequences. Its emphasis on strategy and patrol management rather than just arcade-style driving and action provided a unique offering within the NES library, catering to players interested in both vehicular gameplay and strategy elements.

Gameplay

Motor City Patrol - Gameplay

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