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San Francisco Rush: Extreme Racing

Nintendo N64

Release Date: 1997

Sports - Racing

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Description

"San Francisco Rush: Extreme Racing" is an exhilarating racing video game that was developed by Atari Games and released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997. The game offers players an authentic and thrilling depiction of high-speed racing through a stylized version of San Francisco's hilly terrain and famous landmarks. Players can choose from a variety of supercars, each with distinct characteristics, and race against opponents through multiple futuristic and obstacle-laden tracks. The game features several modes of play, including Circuit mode, Practice mode, and the intense, time-based Time Trial mode. San Francisco Rush also incorporates hidden paths and shortcuts within its tracks, encouraging exploration and replayability to master each course's secrets and optimize racing strategies.

San Francisco Rush: Extreme Racing originally debuted as an arcade game, making its transition to the Nintendo 64 platform with enhanced features, including improved graphics and additional tracks specifically designed for the home console version. This transition preserved the high adrenaline rush and arcade style, while adding a depth through customizable car settings and local multiplayer options. The game's physics model is noteworthy for its exaggerated jumps and mid-air car control, which adds a unique flair differing from traditional racing simulations. Its popularity during the late 90s marked a significant entry in the racing genre, known for its competitive gameplay and the ability to provoke intense emotions, whether from the thrill of leaps over San Francisco’s steep inclines or the frustration of mistimed turns leading to spectacular crashes.