We said it then and we'll say it again: Microsoft in good game shock. You don't have to be mad to work there, but Microsoft do seem to have a worrying obsession with madness. Fortunately not in the form of dangerous psychosis, but with the wacky, zany, knockabout version. First up was the white trashpleasing Monster Truck Madness - which even spawned a sequel - followed by the majestic Motocross Madness, which proved to be a thing of grace and beauty.
The third instalment in the series involves an array of cars and trucks, and as product planner Mike Deardsen says: "It just continues that great off-the-wall racing tradition. We've got a fun topic here, which is unrestricted racing in a real modelled city. That city is modern-day Chicago, and it comes replete with fully functioning traffic, police systems, pedestrians, trains, planes, automobiles and even retractable bridges, as well as over 80 accurately represented landmarks.
Almost every object - including trash cans rubbish bins , light pools lamp posts? Full weather systems are also in place, and the snow even accumulates in the winter, clearly affecting vehicle traction and handling. Midtown Madness offers ten different licensed vehicles, including everything from a Freight Liner semitruck to the Volkswagen New Beetle and a classic '68 Mustang Boss There's also plenty of variety in terms of race types: the Cruising mode simply enables you to explore the city; Blitz races are against the clock; Checkpoint races are self-explanatory; and Circuit races involve classic track-racing through the city.
So, can you kill people? There's no blood," says Mike. The focus is on racing, not destruction. It's really a thinking man's racing game in a lot of ways. A lot of it is strategy; it's not just exotic cars. The more you know the city and the shortcuts, as well as your choice of vehicle, all those are different factors that are gonna help you win.
Looking for a fresh take on racing games? Check out Midtown Madness, an unrestricted romp through Chicago that'll make your O'Hare stand on end. Midtown Madness unleashes drivers into midtown Chicago, which is complete with landmarks like Wrigley Field, Wacker Drive, and the El train.
The city lives and breathes, too--pedestrians dive out of your way, law-abiding commuters shuttle to and from work, and police cruisers patrol the streets just waiting for some nutcase to fly by in a Cadillac doing mph.
MM's cars range from cuddly New Beetles to muscular Mustangs--there's even the occasional city bus and tractor trailer thrown in. Varying weather and time-of-day effects keep things interesting--especially the ultimate challenge of snowy nighttime races.
Midtown Madness's wide open, race-wherever-you-want-to courses are its greatest strength. You're not only encouraged to choose your own path between checkpoints, but you must also often do so to finish under the time limit.
You're rewarded for your exploration in the form of alleyways and shopping-mall shortcuts, Blues Brothers -style. Cruise mode even lets you explore the city and wreak total havoc without any time limits. Graphically, Chicago never looked better. Details include trash cans that spew garbage on impact, shadows from clouds floating overhead, and reflections on cars.
However, the frame rate stutters in MM's external views, and the cool effects negatively affect the games performance. The thickly accented announcer and angry drivers sound nice, but the cops sound like they're reading an eye chart instead of reading you your rights with emotionless quips like "I guess you weren't feeling lucky, huh, punk?
With its arcade goals and simulation physics. Midtown can be frustrating--you have to drive recklessly to win, but it's hard to finish the race wreckless. But despite the fanciful handling or perhaps because of it you will find it challenging to pilot your way around the cities.
Single player play is much improved. The cruise mode, blitz and checkpoint courses, and circuit races found in the original are still present, but two new 'school'? Put your hands on the wheel of a classic London Black Cab and enroll in the Cabbie Training course or hop in a classic 70's street rod for a Hollywood-style stunt driving course in San Francisco. Both schools offer unique challenges.
I found the 'Follow that car'? The AI of the computer drivers is topnotch, providing a varied challenge each time you play. The graphics have the same flavor as the original, but there are lots of improvements lurking under the hood. Support for the features on newer 3D accelerator, added detail to both the scenery and vehicles, and the expanded damage model combine to make Midtown Madness 2 a definite step above its predecessor.
The audio has also seen improvements from the improved engine sounds to the squealing of tires as you round a corner. The graphics and audio aren't a revolutionary upgrade, but they are very well done. If you're looking for realistic racing try the Gran Turismo series.
For an accurate city driving simulation take a look at Driver. But if you want no-hold-barred fun combined with destructive vehicle mayhem then Midtown Madness 2 is exactly what you're looking for.
Building on the fantastic gameplay of the original with new cities, cars, and racing modes, Midtown Madness 2 will blow your socks off. Head to the store, grab a copy, and take to the streets at top speed -- you won't regret it. Hope this information is helpful and let me know if you need any further assistance. Wright Crusader. Please help. Thank you. This thread is locked. You can follow the question or vote as helpful, but you cannot reply to this thread.
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