Ford Racing (video game)
Ford Racing | |
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Developer(s) | Elite Systems (Windows) Toolbox Design (PlayStation) |
Publisher(s) | Empire Interactive |
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Single player |
Ford Racing is a
It was the first game in the
Gameplay
The computer version of Ford Racing features 12 different Ford vehicles and 10 race tracks,[5] while the PlayStation version has 11 vehicles and eight tracks.[6] None of the tracks are based on real locations. The player begins the game with a Ford Ka, while other vehicles are unlocked as the player progresses through the game. Two models exist for each vehicle for the years of 1997 to 2000, for a total of eight different versions of each vehicle.[5][7][8]
In the game's Career mode, the player must win races to receive prize money, which can then be used to upgrade vehicles. After a race, the player may choose to watch a replay, which can be viewed from different camera angles.[7][8] The PlayStation version includes a multiplayer option,[9] which is absent in the PC version.[10]
Reception
Aggregator | Score | |
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AllGame [5] | | |
GameSpot | 4.9/10[9] | |
GameZone | 7/10[13] | 9.4/10[14] |
IGN | 4.3/10[6] | |
PC Zone | 1.9/10[15] | |
Sports Gaming Network | 48/100[10] |
On
David Zdyrko of IGN reviewed the PlayStation version and criticized its graphics, and standard music and sound effects, as well as the track designs. Zdyrko noted that the vehicles resembled their real-life counterparts, but that they "don't even come close" to the vehicle designs offered in the Gran Turismo series.[6] Shahed Ahmed of GameSpot reviewed the PlayStation version and criticized its graphics as well. Ahmed also complained that only "dull and slow-moving" vehicles are available at the beginning of the game, while faster vehicles and "cool tracks" need to be unlocked. Ahmed wrote: "Despite strong control mechanics and an advanced physics engine, the game has many flaws keeping it from being a truly appealing product". However, he wrote that fans of Ford vehicles "may find some novelty value in Ford Racing at its bargain price".[9]
Laurie Emerson of GameZone praised every aspect of the PlayStation version and wrote that the game is "a winner on all counts!"[14] GameZone's Rita Courtney praised the PC version for its gameplay and graphics, but wrote that additional instructions would have been helpful, stating that "they are just a bit scarce for those who aren't familiar with racing games. It also takes a 3-D accelerator card, which can be a problem for a lot of folks that have older systems. Other than that though, it's a lot of good racing action".[13] Dave Woods of PC Zone criticized the game's controls, graphics, and lack of multiplayer, and concluded: "We were expecting a fairly good ride with Ford, but we've been cruelly disappointed".[15]
Scott Moore of Sports Gaming Network praised the graphics and variety of vehicles, but criticized the lack of an in-car view while driving, calling it one of the game's "biggest drawbacks". Moore also criticized the music and sound effects, and complained that each vehicle handled in the same way. Moore concluded that Ford Racing "is a good idea gone wrong".
References
- ^ a b c d "Ford Racing - Credits (PC)". AllGame. Archived from the original on November 15, 2014. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b c "Ford Racing - Credits (PlayStation)". AllGame. Archived from the original on November 15, 2014. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ "Ford Racing (PlayStation)". GameZone. Archived from the original on February 6, 2005. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ "Ford Racing (PS3/PSP)". PlayStation Store. Archived from the original on August 24, 2015. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b c d Crooks, Clayton. "Ford Racing - Review (PC)". AllGame. Archived from the original on November 15, 2014. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b c d Zdyrko, David (April 5, 2001). "Ford Racing". IGN. Archived from the original on November 7, 2017. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b Deci, T.J. "Ford Racing - Overview (PC)". AllGame. Archived from the original on November 14, 2014. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b Deci, T.J. "Ford Racing - Overview (PlayStation)". AllGame. Archived from the original on November 14, 2014. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b c d Ahmed, Shahed (March 8, 2001). "Ford Racing Review". GameSpot. Archived from the original on November 7, 2017. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b c d Moore, Scott. "Ford Racing (PC) Review". Sports Gaming Network. Archived from the original on November 7, 2017. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b "Ford Racing (PC)". Metacritic. Archived from the original on December 3, 2017. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b "Ford Racing (PlayStation)". Metacritic. Archived from the original on October 30, 2017. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b Rita, Courtney (January 30, 2001). "Ford Racing (PC)". GameZone. Archived from the original on February 16, 2005.
- ^ a b Emerson, Laurie (March 12, 2001). "Ford Racing (PlayStation)". GameZone. Archived from the original on February 14, 2005. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- ^ a b Woods, Dave (August 13, 2001). "Ford Racing (PC)". PC Zone. Archived from the original on March 18, 2007. Retrieved December 18, 2019.
External links
- Official website, archived via the Wayback Machine
- Ford Racing at MobyGames