F1 Challenge
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Developed_By:
Bell Corporation
Published_By:
Sega
Released On:
02 Nov 1995
F1 Challenge was released for the SEGA Saturn in November 1995. The game allowed players to control five Formula One cars and their drivers, including Michael Schumacher, Damon Hill, Jean Alesi, Ukyo Katayama, and Mika Häkkinen. Players could customize their car before races by adjusting various settings such as tire pressure, tire type, and wing angle.
The game featured six tracks to choose from: Hockenheim, Monte Carlo, Suzuka, and three different configurations for a fictional track called Neo City. The player could select from two behind-the-car views, along with a pop-up screen that served as a rear view mirror. The game was officially licensed by the FOCA (Formula One Constructors Association), allowing players to use 13 teams and 26 drivers from the 1995 season.
EAN-13:
4974365812065 (France)
Sega Region Code:
670-8131-50 (France)
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Number of Players Supported:
1 Player
Racing/Steering Wheels Supported:
Arcade Racer
Input Devices Supported/Optional:
Racing/Steering Wheel
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This racing game places you in the driver's seat of a Formula-1 car, starting with strategic vehicle setup to optimize weight and handling before hitting the track. You must navigate a challenging eight-lap circuit at Hockenheim, focusing on speed and control to overcome slower opponents. The ultimate goal is to survive a tight final-lap battle for first place and claim the championship victory.
Story
Preparation
Make the adjustments that will help you win the race. Go with 140 liters of gas to lighten the car. Raise the wings a bit for better control when making the turns, but not too much since you can handle difficult curves. You'll be using high grip tires anyway, so there is no need to worry about slipping.
Time to go out on the track for the start of your first Formula-1 race at Hockenheim.
Racing
The pedal's floored and the green lights go on. As the engine screams at over 6,000 rpm, you begin to pass a few of the slower cars. It's a great day for a race, but you don't really have time to enjoy the weather. You're focused on the road ahead and the eight laps which stand between you and the championship.
Winning
You're on the final lap, seconds away from the finish line. But you've got company, and he's been there all day, trading off first place with you. You hit the infamous hairpin turn with him on your right.
Letting off the accelerator just briefly, you push the pedal to the floor when coming out of the turn for a perfect execution. He's not so lucky and falls behind. The checkered flag waves as you cross the finish line. Victory is yours!
How to Play
Setting Up
1. Set up your Sega Saturn system and plug the Control Pad into CONTROL PORT #1.
2. With the power switch OFF, insert the F1 Challenge™ disc into the disc tray.
3. Turn on your TV or monitor, and then turn on the Sega Saturn system.
4. After the Sega, Sega Sports, and Formula-1 World Championship logos, the F1 Challenge game intro begins. Watch Jean Alesi's Ferrari tear up the road.
5. After the intro, the game title screen appears. You can press Start during the intro to bring up the title screen. Press Start.
6. From the Mode Select screen, select one of the racing modes or access the Options screen. Press the Confirm Button to make your selection. See the Gameplay Modes and Options descriptions for more details.
If nothing happens on screen when you start up, turn the power switch to OFF. Check your Sega Saturn system to ensure the disc is properly inserted. Turn the power switch ON again. Always turn the power switch OFF when inserting or removing the disc.
Gameplay Modes & Options
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Arcade Mode: 6 courses in all! 23 computer-controlled cars and 8 laps stand between you and victory.
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Time Attack: Step into your car and race as long as you want. No rivals, and no lap limit; just you and the road. Perfect your driving and lower your lap time.
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Options: Change difficulty levels, check fastest times, or configure the controller.
Option Descriptions
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Record Time: Press Button A or C to access. The top 5 times for Arcade Mode are listed at the top, and the top 5 times with Split Times for Time Attack are displayed at the bottom. Press the D-Button LEFT or RIGHT to select another course. Press the Confirm Button or Button B to return to the Options screen.
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Difficulty: Select the difficulty level of the game. Press the D-Button LEFT or RIGHT to select EASY, NORMAL, or HARD.
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Memory Data: Save Record Time data on the internal RAM of the Sega Saturn or on the Sega Saturn Backup (sold separately). Press Button A or C to access, then select SATURN for internal RAM or CARTRIDGE for Backup.
Important: Inserting the Sega Saturn Backup while the power is on can result in damage to the Backup. Be sure to insert the Backup cartridge before turning the Sega Saturn on.
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Audio: Choose either stereo (STEREO) or monaural (MONO) sound. Press the D-Button LEFT or RIGHT to select.
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Music Test: Play any background music tracks. Press the D-Button LEFT or RIGHT to highlight a track number, and Button A or C to play it. Press Button B to stop the track.
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Key Config.: Change button functions on your Sega Saturn Control Pad or Arcade Racer. Press Button A or C to access, and use the D-Button LEFT or RIGHT to bring up the next configuration. Press Button A, B, or C to return to the Options screen.
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Exit: Highlight EXIT and press the Confirm Button. The Mode Select screen appears.
Selecting Modes and Options
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Arcade Mode: Select Car, Transmission Type, Select Course, Car Customization.
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Time Attack: Select Car, Transmission Type, Select Course, Car Customization.
When you are finished practicing in Time Attack mode, press Start to bring up the Pause window. After retiring from the race, the Time Attack Result screen appears showing your top 10 Lap Times and Split Times. Press Button A or C to return to the Select Course screen.
Game Features
Driving
When the green lights are lit, the race begins. Get off to a quick start by holding down Button B while the red lights are still lit. Refer to the button functions for driving your car; these are the default functions. You can change the button functions if desired (see Key Config.).
View Change
There are two views in this game: cockpit and raised rear. Experiment with both to find the one that works best for you. Press Button X or Z to toggle between views.
Rear Mirror
You can catch the action happening behind you with the Rear Mirror. Press Button Y to display/remove the window.
For Arcade Mode only.
Curves
Learn how to handle curves to keep your car in good condition and make a good time. Otherwise, you will collide with the wall and need to visit the pit.
According to the course, curves are highlighted with different colors. Some are highlighted by orange and white guard rails, and the most difficult are highlighted by yellow and black warning signs. Watch for these in the distance and prepare for the turn, otherwise you'll wind up eating rail.
There are several ways you can slow down for a curve:
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Release the button you press to accelerate the car
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Tap the button used for braking
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Downshift (manual transmission only)
Experiment to find which works best for you. When coming out of the curve, hold down the button used for acceleration for best results.
The Pit
If you collide too much with walls and/or other cars, you'll need to change your damaged tires or you'll start sliding all over the road. The same will happen if you have been racing with TYPE B HIGH GRIP tires for more than a few laps. Time to head for the pit. You should also head for the pit when your fuel is running low. The pit is located on the right side of the track near the start/finish line.
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Controls
Start
Makes selections, Pauses game, resumes play
D-Button
Moves highlighter, Steers car
Button A
Makes selections, Makes car brake
Button B
Returns to previous screen, Makes car accelerate
Button C
Makes selections, Makes car brake
Button X
No Function, Changes game screen view
Button Y
No Function, See Rear Mirror, page 9
Button Z
No Function, Changes game screen view
Left Shift
No Function, Shift down
Right Shift
No Function, Shift up
Left Shift (Arcade Racer)
Moves highlighter up/down, Shifts gear down/up
Right Shift (Arcade Racer)
Moves highlighter up/down, Shifts gear down/up
Steering Wheel (Arcade Racer)
Moves highlighter left/right, Steers car
Tips & Maps
Monte Carlo
Race through picturesque Monte Carlo on a course mixing tight corners and long stretches, noting that cars sometimes bunch up around tight turns.
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