![]() So in this version you get to choose one of 4 different tracks to race on, the number of laps (3, 6, or 9) and the difficulty level (rookie, semi-pro, professional). You'll be wearing out your tires simply by driving (even if you don't hit anything), which is what actually happens in the racing sport. It even has a slight advantage (gameplay wise) over the C64 version. Well back in those days I haven't even heard of a PC, so I was more familiar with the C64 version, but I must say I find the PC game quite entertaining. Still you had to watch for the tires (so they wouldn't explode) and for the gasoline (not to run out), but you also watched the other screen to see where your opponent was (and made sure you blocked his path and kept him behind you). I may be mistaking, but I believe this was the first split screen car racing game and it set the standards for all the games to come. The screen was split and two players could compete head on (while facing other on the road traffic). ![]() Its main feature was (as the title suggests) the pit where you had to stop and refit your car, otherwise you could run out of gas or get a flat tire.īut the real fun began with the great sequel entitled Pitstop II, the game I'm presenting to you now. ![]() Pitstop was one of the better ones out there. No wonder racing games were among my favorites. As a kid I was really fascinated by fast cars and the racing sport. ![]()
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