Bomberman Fantasy Race
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(Playstation - US, Racing)
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Developed_By:
Graphic Research Co. Ltd.
Published_By:
Konami
Released On:
06 Aug 1998
Bomberman Fantasy Race is a racing game that offers a unique twist on the typical genre. Players take on the role of Bomberman, but instead of navigating obstacles on foot, they ride on large kangaroos or giant blue rabbitty-dinos as they hop and dash to the finish line with long, bounding gaits.
The game features two modes: a competitive mode where players can challenge each other to a blast around the track, and a single-player mode where players can race against time alone. Players can also buy new bombs and upgrade their ride-a-long animals to gain an advantage over their opponents.
eBay Product ID:
2287 (United States)
UPC-A:
730865520152 (United States)
ASIN:
B00000J972 (United States)
Sony PN:
SLUS-00823 (United States)
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Number of Players Supported:
1-2 Players
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a racing game where players control Bomberman in the "Fantasy Race" at an intergalactic amusement park. Bomberman must compete against other racers, including his rival Burglar, across various tracks to win. The game combines competitive racing with the classic Bomberman character.
Story
STORY
Bomberman Fantasy Land is the biggest amusement station in the galaxy. It was built by Dr. Ein with the hope that it would bring peace to the Universe. Dr. Ein is also the man who created Bomberman.
Of all the events held at the Fantasy Land amusement center, the "Fantasy Race" held every 4 years is the biggest. Racers from all over compete for prizes and fame.
Bomberman received an invitation to the 10th Anniversary Race but was reluctant to participate. However, upon finding the name Burglar among the names of the contestants, he now had no choice but to participate. The event takes place on the Space Dream Leisure Station which looks exactly like Bomberman.
SUPERSONIC ELEVATOR
This elevator brings you directly to Fantasy Land from the customer entrance. This elevator is run by an anti-gravity device.
PUBLIC ENTRANCE
This is the entrance for the general public. It is also a parking lot that can hold up to 100,000 shuttles.
VIP ROOM
This is where all the important people (VIP) watch the races from. You can get a view of the entire race track from here.
CONTROL TOWER
All the controls for Fantasy Land are located here. This includes the dispatching of PETIT RESCUE 7 (Refer to p.17) and the collection of trash.
MAMMOTH MONITOR
The Fantasy Races are shown on this monitor. The control of the monitor is done in the Control Tower.
CARGO ENTRANCE
This is the entrance for the cargo shuttle. This is also used to launch the Emergency Escape Rockets.
Enemies & Characters
GREEN LOUIE
The first Louie a player gets to race with. He's not very fast but is very balanced, so he's good for beginners.
HOPPING LOUIE
Not very fast but this Louie can jump higher than the others.
SOARING LOUIE
He has fastest acceleration of all the Louies. He doesn't have much stamina so the smart use of items is important.
TRI LOUIE
He's very good at doing the triangle jump and is therefore fit for courses with many curves.
HYPER LOUIE
The fastest of the 10 characters. If you learn how to control him, you can win every race.
BLUE TIRRA
This is the youngest Tirra a player can ride. He's a bit faster than Green Louie but he can't jump as high.
BRAVE TIRRA
He has the best stamina of the lot and if the course is short enough, he can run at top speed for half the course.
MIGHTY TIRRA
Nothing can stop this juggernaut! Even the strongest of bombs can't phase this bulldozer of a Tirra.
FLYING TIRRA
The best jumper among the Tirras. He's pretty good at the Ocean course.
SUPER TIRRA
The best overall Tirra. This is the only Tirra that can keep up with Hyper Louie.
DR. EIN
The benevolent creator of Bomberman. He doesn't participate in the races himself but he gives you pretty good advice.
WHITE BOMBERMAN
They are participating in the Fantasy Race in the hope of becoming filthy rich. They are very skilled at throwing bombs, so you better watch out.
BLACK BOMBERMAN
They are participating in the Fantasy Race in the hope of becoming filthy rich. They are very skilled at throwing bombs, so you better watch out.
KEPO
A friendly robot created by Dr. Ein. He knows everything about Fantasy Land so he'll show you where to go.
PRETTY BOMBER
The only girl among the Evil 5. She is rather sly for a girl with such an innocent face.
MACH BOMBER
His past and background is a mystery to all. He always says that he was "Born to run".
BURGLAR
A mad scientist and the creator of the Evil Bombermen. The only reason why he's participating in the event is to fund his evil plan to conquer the galaxy.
MECHBOMBER 015
A member of the evil group called "Hige Hige Dan". He's participating in the event to show everyone how good he is.
Controls
Left directional button
turn Louie or Tirra Left
Right directional button
turn Louie or Tirra Right
Left or Right directional buttons and "Down"
take corners easier
Up directional button while running
lean forward and run faster
release X Button (acceleration) and press "Down" directional button while in the air
come to a complete stop
BUTTON
Cancel
holding BUTTON down before releasing it
throw a bomb farther
SELECT BUTTON
see the On-Line Help
START BUTTON during the game
pause the game
R1
switch the item you can currently use with one that you purchased
L1
switch to a map of the entire race track
How to Play
How to Play the Game
Select Your Character
When starting a new game, choose one of the 6 available characters. You can give your character a custom name by selecting letters with the cursor. This is the only opportunity to select your character.
Select the Mode
On this screen, you can choose your desired game mode. Move Kepo to your selection and press the X Button to confirm.
Select Items That Will Help You Win the Race
After choosing your animal, you will go to the Item Shop. Here, you can buy items to help you win races. Make sure to buy items suitable for the course you are racing on.
Select the Course You Want to Race
If you select 1 Player, VS, or Time Attack Mode and choose an animal, you can participate on any course for which you have already purchased a Course Ticket.
Screen Description
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OPTION: Change your name, button configuration, or save and load your game.
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TIME ATTACK MODE: Enter here to play Time Attack Mode.
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1P (1 PLAYER) MODE: Enter the 1 Player Mode here.
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VS MODE: To enter Versus Mode.
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STABLE: Go here to purchase an animal.
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COIN ROOM: Use this mode to view and exchange your Bomberman Coins.
1P & VS Mode
1P Mode
In 1 Player mode, you race against 5 computer-controlled characters. Finishing in at least 3rd place earns prize money. Finishing in 1st place allows you to play the bonus course for even more money.
If you finish first on all courses, you will unlock a mirror mode for all courses. When selecting a course, press the right directional button to choose its mirrored version.
VS Mode
This is a battle mode for 2 players. The screen is divided horizontally for each player. Course selection is limited by the number of course tickets you and your opponent have purchased.
VS Mode Screen is Divided into Upper and Bottom Screens
Shopping at the Item Shop
In 1P and VS Mode, you can buy items before starting a race. You pay with Bomberman Coins earned from racing. Press the R1 Button during the race to switch to a purchased item.
In VS Mode, players can bet Bomberman Coins they have earned. The winner of the race gets the money the loser bet. The player with the least amount of money decides the bet amount.
Bomberman Coins and Animals
Collect a Lot of Bomberman Coins
You Earn Coins by Winning Races
Bomberman coins are awarded to players who finish 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in 1P Mode.
Checking Out Your Coins
Your earned coins are managed in the "BANK," where you can view and exchange them. You can see your coins in the 10 boxes under the VIEW COINS option. Boxes with coins are lit blue, and when all boxes are full, a red light will be lit.
Exchanging Coins
You can exchange 100 Copper coins for 1 Silver coin, and 10 Silver coins for 1 Gold coin. This happens automatically as the boxes in the safe become full.
Buying Course Tickets
In 1 Player Mode, you must buy course tickets to proceed to the next course. Some course tickets are more expensive than others. Collect as many coins as you can to be prepared.
Betting with Your Friends in VS Mode
In VS Mode, players can race and bet Bomberman Coins among themselves. When entering VS Mode, you will be asked how much you want to bet for the race. The player with the least amount of coins gets to decide the amount to be bet.
Purchasing Louies and Tirras in the Stable
After purchasing an animal in the stable, you can use them on any course. To purchase an animal, first select between "Louie" or "Tirra," then choose one from the 10 available characters (5 each for "Louie" and "Tirra"). Press the Select Button for helpful information about each animal.
Time Attack Mode & Ghosts
Time Attack Mode
In this mode, the player races against the clock to post their fastest lap times and course records. Courses are limited to those for which you have already purchased course tickets. On the Ranking Screen, you can save your name, current animal, and best times.
Ghost Mode
Saving Your Data as a Ghost
In Time Attack Mode, you can save your data as a "Ghost" to study your runs.
Petit Rescue 7
These small robots seen on the course are called "Petit Rescue 7." They can help by giving you items or by returning the player to the course if you fall into a pit or water.
Exchanging Ghost Data with Friends
Besides studying your runs, you can use your "GHOST" data for other things, such as exchanging data with a friend to see if they can beat your time.
There Are 7 Courses Altogether
There are 7 courses in this game, each with unique obstacles. It may be difficult to get first place initially. Don't give up and develop your own strategies for each course. Remember to buy the best animal and weapons you can afford, as they can help you win races.
Course 1
Boraber Circuit
This course is good for beginners with many straightaways. Your technique will determine your lap time.
Running Start
Your race begins at the starting line. You can move around as long as
Tips & Maps
THROWING BOMBS AT YOUR OPPONENTS
Use bombs to slow down opponents. Hold the button to throw farther, or tap to drop behind you.
SUPER ACCELERATION USING THE BOMB DASH!
Throw a bomb slightly ahead and pass over it as it explodes to get a burst of acceleration.
LEAN FORWARD TO DASH BY PRESSING UP ON THE DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS
While holding the X Button, press UP on the directional buttons to lean forward and run faster, but this consumes energy.
MASTER THE TRIANGLE JUMP
When turning a corner, jump towards the wall and press the O Button again just before hitting it to kick off and turn.
USE YOUR ITEMS WISELY
Use items strategically based on your and your opponents' positions, such as a Rocket Bomb on a straightaway or a Line Bomb before an obstacle.
Items & Weapons
ROCKET BOMB
This bomb will home in on an opponent and blow them up.
REMOTE CONTROL BOMB
After placing a bomb, press the button again to blow it up. This weapon is great for keeping opponents behind you.
POWER BOMB
The blast radius of this bomb is much larger than a normal one.
LINE BOMB
You can throw up to 3 bombs at a time.
TRAP? PANEL
If you take this trap panel, you will be Paralyzed.
TIME STOP
When you use this, everything including the other racers will stop dead in their tracks for a limited time enabling you to catch up and/or increase your lead.
POWER SUIT
You get a barrier for a certain amount of time and you won't receive any damage from a bomb.
IRON SANDALS
You will slow down for a certain time.
WING
Your jump hang time will be increased.
POOPIE
If you get this, your animal (Louie or Tirra) will stop and poop.
POWER GLOVE
This glove throws a bomb straight forward until it hits a wall. The bomb attacks all the opponents along the way.
HEART
Your Health points will remain the same for a certain amount of time.
MINI HEART
This will recharge your animal's stamina.
ROLLER SHOES
This gives you a speed boost for a limited amount of time.
SKULL
If you are unlucky enough to get one of these, you will be poisoned for a certain time. It can also cause Reverse, Bomb Drop, Power Throw, Random, or Unexploded Bomb effects.
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