Smurf Racer
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(Playstation - US, Racing)
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Developed_By:
Artificial Mind & Movement
Published_By:
Infogrames
Released On:
01 Jan 2000
Smurf Racer is a kart racing game that features the Smurfs as its main characters. The game allows players to choose from eight different characters - including four secret ones - to race in various climates and regions. Players can participate in single-player mode, championship mode, or engage in a Capture the Flag-style Flag Race.
The gameplay involves racing against other Smurf characters on different tracks, with the goal of being the first to cross the finish line. The game also features power-ups that can be used to gain an advantage over opponents. Players must navigate through obstacles and compete against each other in a bid to become the champion.
eBay Product ID:
4186 (United States)
UPC-A:
742725221291 (United States)
ASIN:
B000059Z7K (United States)
Sony PN:
SLUS-01359 (United States)
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Save Game Methods:
External Storage
Multiplayer Options:
Same/Split-Screen
Number of Offline Players:
1-2 Players
Number of Players Supported:
1-2 Players
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller
Multiplayer Game Modes:
Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a racing game where players control Smurfs, navigating various themed environments like Smurf Village, a haunted mansion, and even the moon. Players must race through these diverse tracks, avoiding obstacles and enemies like Gargamel, to win and unlock new levels.
Story
SMURF VILLAGE
Race through the mushroom houses.
Around the Dam
There is a large dam surrounding the village, built by the Smurfs themselves.
In the Trees
Follow the path in the branches carefully and don't get lost!
THE FORBIDDEN ZONE
The Haunted Mansion
Terror may be lurking around every corner.
The Gloomy Swamp
It's difficult to see in such a foggy place!
Gargamel's Laboratory
The Smurf's mortal enemy; make sure you don't fall into Gargamel's cauldron!
THE BIG CASTLE
The Snow Castle
The snow is slippery so be careful at every turn!
Inside the Walls
Visit the King's castle and weave your way through the banquet hall.
The Royal Neighborhood
Race through the smallest village, next to the castle!
THE SECRET LEVEL
The Secret Level is available for play once all other races have been won.
Astro Smurf's Challenge
Travelling to the moon is every Smurf's dream!
How to Play
GETTING STARTED
Console Top View
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RESET BUTTON
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POWER INDICATOR
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POWER BUTTON
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CONTROLLER PORT
Console Front View
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CONTROLLER PORT 1
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CONTROLLER PORT 2
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OPEN BUTTON
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DISC COVER
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MEMORY CARD SLOT 1
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MEMORY CARD SLOT 2
Setup
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Set up your PlayStation® game console according to the instructions in the User Manual.
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Check that the console is OFF before either inserting or removing a disc.
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Insert the Smurf Racer! disc and close the disc cover.
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To reload a saved game or save a game Insert a MEMORY CARD in MEMORY CARD Slot 1. Smurf Racer! Requires one free block to save.
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Connect a Controller to Controller port 1 and turn the console on by switching the POWER button ON.
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Insert a Controller in Controller port 2, sold separately, in order race in 2 player mode.
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Do not insert or remove peripherals or MEMORY CARDS while your console is switched on.
GAME PLAY
Smurf Racer! has 9 races in 3 different worlds, plus a Secret Level and the Flag Race.
To Play, You Must:
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Choose your level of difficulty (Easy or Expert)
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Race Mode (one or two players, Single race, Championship or Flag Race)
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Choose your character
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Choose your race track
Each character has a vehicle specially created to match that character's personality. Depending on the character you have chosen, you can select and throw special objects (hearts, cakes, nails, etc.) at your opponents to slow them down during the race. Certain objects allow you to speed up or even become invincible against attacks from other competitors.
Special Characters
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3 special characters. These are available for play in Single race mode, but only if you have managed to beat them in the last race of each world in the championship mode.
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1 additional special character, available only if you have won the race in the Secret Level.
HOW TO PLAY
In each menu, on-screen explanations appear to help you select and validate your choices: the directional buttons select options and the button validates your choice. You can cancel your choices by pressing the button.
At the beginning of the game, you will be asked to choose a language. The option highlighted in blue is the option that will be chosen if confirmed.
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ENGLISH
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FRENCH
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SPANISH
Main Menu Options
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Start Race.
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Load Game.
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Game Status (review races, prizes, or best times achieved in the one player mode only).
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Tutorial (explains objects in the game).
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Controller Configuration.
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Credits.
Note: There are 3 different controller configurations.
Difficulty Levels
To play, start by selecting the level of difficulty: Easy or Expert.
Easy Mode
Easy mode gives you access to all 3 different race modes.
Expert Mode
In Expert mode you can access the same races but there are slight differences. You have to keep an eye on your vehicle's energy level. To increase your energy level, you have to pass between the keys. Be very careful, driving in this level is at a much faster pace!
Race Selection (1 Player Mode)
SINGLE RACE
There are 8 Smurfs to play in your choice of worlds and races.
If you have previously beaten the super Smurfs in one or more worlds during the championship mode, you can choose to play with these super Smurfs in the Single race mode only.
CHAMPIONSHIP
The goal of the game is to win all the races in each world. In the third race of each world, you have to beat a super Smurf (Wild Smurf in the village world, King Smurf in the castle world and Super Drive in the Forbidden Zone). You will also find a super Smurf in the Secret Level: Astro Smurf.
THE FLAG RACE
In the Flag Race, the goal is to collect all the flags that have been planted on the track before the other competitor gets them. To pick up the flags you must run them over. If your competitor has already taken some flags, you can launch a firecracker at him to make him drop his flags. Be careful not to crash or you'll lose some of your flags!
PAUSE MENU
To Pause the game press the Start button. During a pause in the race, you have the following choices:
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RESUME - Exit the menu and return to the race.
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RESTART THE RACE - Start the race again from the beginning.
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CHANGE TRACK - Choose another track.
OPTIONS
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FX - Turn sound effects volume up or down.
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Music - Turn the background music volume up or down.
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Mode - Select sound in mono or stereo.
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Vibration on/off - Select the vibration option available on the DUALSHOCK™ analog controller. The vibration function of the DUALSHOCK analog controller will only work in ANALOG mode (LED:Red).
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Exit - Leave the options menu and return to the Pause menu.
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QUIT TO MAIN MENU – Exit the race and return to the main menus.
GAME PAUSED Screen
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RESUME
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RESTART RACE
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CHANGE TRACK
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OPTIONS
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QUIT TO MAIN MENU
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SELECT
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BACK
Controls
L1 button
honk your horn
LEFT DIRECTIONAL BUTTON
turn left
RIGHT DIRECTIONAL BUTTON
turn right
directional buttons
move around the menus
button
explode firecrackers
R1 button
jump
START button
pause the game and access the options menu
Enemies & Characters
PAPA SMURF
He is a superb driver and uses magic vials to smurf his opponents and slow them down.
SMURFETTE
She uses her charm to dazzle her opponents, throwing hearts at them.
COOK SMURF
He bakes cakes and uses them to smurf the competition out of the way.
JOKEY SMURF
He loves to smurf his opponents with exploding gifts.
HARMONY SMURF
He can make the other contestants' heads spin with just a few notes.
HEFTY SMURF
He uses weights to slow other racers down.
HANDY SMURF
Very clever with his hands, see what he can smurf together with a few nails.
PAINTER SMURF
He runs his opponents off the road with just a smurf of paint.
WILD SMURF
He doesn't think twice about throwing chestnuts onto the track to hold up the other competitors.
KING SMURF
He prevents the others from accelerating by throwing crowns.
SUPER DRIVE
An ace driver and excellent mechanic, he uses an adjustable wrench to smurf his opponents to a halt.
BRAINY SMURF
Brainy will appear throughout the game to give you tips and a helping hand if you get into trouble.
ASTRO SMURF
Up among the stars but without his head in the clouds, he uses energy bursts to halt his opponents in their tracks.
Items & Weapons
Vials
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Hearts
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Cakes
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Exploding gifts
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Weights
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Paint
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Notes
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Nails
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Chestnuts
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Crowns
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Adjustable wrenches
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Energy Balls
Avoid these objects or they'll slow you down. But be careful, these are what your opponents will use to Smurf you!
Firecrackers
Can be fired at other contestants to smurf them out of the way...but make sure to aim carefully!
Red rockets
Give you a super speed boost!
Magic potion bottles
Make you temporarily invincible against other racers' weapons!
Keys
Give you the energy you need to move your vehicle in Expert mode. You have to move between the keys to re-wind your engine for your vehicle to finish the race.
Sasparilla Palm
This is awarded to race winners in Easy mode.
Mushcup
This is awarded to the race winners in Expert mode.
Flags
These are collected in the different worlds of the Flag Race.
Tips & Maps
SAVING GAMES
Smurf Racer! requires one free block to save up to 4 games on the Memory Card. At the end of each race, you can save your time, objects, and super Smurfs, with options to overwrite existing saves or choose a new file.
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