Lamborghini American Challenge
| Industry | Video game development and publishing |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | France |
| Products | Video games, including Lamborghini American Challenge |
Lamborghini American Challenge, initially released as Crazy Cars III, is a 1992 racing video game created and distributed by Titus France across several platforms, including Amiga, MS-DOS, and Super NES.
As a continuation of the Crazy Cars series, this title introduces a two-player mode, enhanced customization options, and features a jazz fusion soundtrack. The scoring mechanics were updated to permit players to save their progress after every five races rather than solely following the Division Challenge. Certain gameplay components vary or were omitted based on the platform—for example, the night goggles power-up and how the screen behaves after descending slopes differ. Notably, the Amiga edition excludes the introductory sequence, while the MS-DOS version no longer supports EGA graphics.
Gameplay
Competitors engage in illicit street racing events throughout various locations in the United States, striving to claim the title of ultimate champion. The game comprises three progressively challenging leagues where players must invest winnings from bets and race rewards to enhance their Lamborghini Diablo vehicles.
Racing tracks span multiple settings such as mountainous terrain, deserts, and cityscapes, with dynamic weather conditions including rain and snowfall. Advancement through each league culminates in a "challenge" race on a highway crowded with trucks.
Reception
Tony Dillon of CU Amiga awarded the Amiga release an 88% rating, describing it as competent but not as fluid or rapid as similar offerings. Computer Gaming World gave it a three-star rating out of five.
The title achieved commercial success with sales exceeding 290,000 copies worldwide for Titus France.
Peripherals
The Super NES edition is compatible with both the Super NES Mouse and Super Scope, enabling a distinct gameplay mode where players can eliminate rivals by shooting them—replacing the conventional betting mode found in other versions. On computer platforms, saving progress utilizes a password system instead of direct save functionality.
See also
External links
- Lamborghini: American Challenge at MobyGames
- Crazy Cars III at Lemon64
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