Tokyo Xtreme Racer is a racing game that first launched in 1994 for Nintendo’s Super Famicom, known as Super Nintendo in other regions. The game draws inspiration from the street racing culture of the Shuto Expressway in Tokyo and features a distinctive SP (Spirit Point) Gauge system that makes it quite different from others.
Race Mechanics
In the game, the main objective is to reduce your opponent’s SP gauge while keeping yours intact. Players can achieve this by pushing rivals into errors or by staying ahead in the race. Once someone’s SP gauge is empty, the race concludes. Additionally, players can explore the streets at their leisure and challenge other racers simply by flashing their headlights.
Rivalry and Customization
The competitors in the game can either race alone or belong to a rival crew. Winning races rewards players with currency that can be used to unlock visual upgrades for their vehicles, enhance performance, and even acquire new cars to experiment with. The ultimate aim is to conquer rival bosses, leading up to encounters with top-tier racers. This progression system has indeed influenced several other popular series, such as Need for Speed and Burnout.
Early Access Plans
Genki has announced plans to keep the game in Early Access for “approximately 4 months.” The final release will depend on “how the progress of development goes throughout Early Access.” At this stage, the game features 50 different cars and over 200 rivals to compete against, “each with their own unique storyline.”
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