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"World Class Track Meet" is a sports video game developed for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) and was released in North America in 1988. The game uniquely utilizes the NES Power Pad, a floor mat controller that allows players to physically run and jump in place to control the game's characters. Structured as a track and field competition, players can compete in various events including the 100-meter dash, 110-meter hurdles, long jump, and triple jump. The game supports up to six players in a tournament setting, making it a fun, family-friendly title that also encourages physical activity.

Originally released in Japan as "Athletic World" in 1986, it was designed to promote health and fitness among young video game enthusiasts. When brought to North America, it was rebranded to "World Class Track Meet" and bundled with the Power Pad accessory, alongside games such as "Duck Hunt" and "Super Mario Bros." in the "Power Set" package. This bundle helped popularize the Power Pad, making "World Class Track Meet" a memorable part of the NES library. The game was known for its distinctive gameplay, a precursor to future physically-interactive game systems like the Nintendo Wii. Players would often find themselves physically exhausted after a few vigorous sessions, adding a layer of physicality rarely seen in video games at the time.

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