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"S.C.A.R.S." stands for "Super Computer Animal Racing Simulator," a unique combat racing video game developed and published by Vivid Image for the Nintendo 64, released in 1998. Set in the distant future of the year 3000, the game showcases a scenario where supercomputers have taken to designing vehicles based upon animal forms, competing against each other in high-speed races laced with deadly combat. Players choose from nine distinct cars inspired by animals such as a panther, rhinoceros, and a cobra, each with unique attributes and armed with various offensive and defensive weapons. The vehicles navigate through expansive, colorful tracks set in diverse environments ranging from icy landscapes to lush jungles.

Gameplay in "S.C.A.R.S." combines traditional racing mechanics with elements of vehicular combat. Players can collect power-ups during races that enable them to launch attacks like missiles or lay hazards like mines to thwart competitors' progress. Strategic use of these abilities is crucial to taking the lead and securing victory. The game features several modes, including championship, time trial, and multiplayer mode, supporting up to four players in split-screen competition – a popular feature on the Nintendo 64 platform. Although "S.C.A.R.S." did not reach blockbuster status, its blend of racing and combat dynamics, coupled with its visually engaging, futuristic settings, garnered it a niche following and remains remembered for its creative premise and execution within the racing genre.

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