VMX Racing
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Published_By:
Playmates Interactive Entertainment Inc.
Released On:
01 Jan 1997
VMX Racing is a 3D dirt bike racing simulation.
The game features four bikes, six different tracks, both outdoor and in stadiums. You can unlock bonus tracks, including one that takes place on the moon, by performing tricks during the races. You can choose from individual races or a championship, where you play all tracks. In each race, you compete against seven opponents. In two-player split-screen mode, one of your opponents can be a friend.
The gameplay is fast-paced and thrilling, with a focus on realistic bike handling and track navigation. The game's 3D graphics were impressive for its time, creating an immersive experience for players. With its variety of tracks and modes, VMX Racing offers hours of exciting racing action.
eBay Product ID:
1346 (United States)
UPC-A:
796298066629 (USA)
Part #:
SLUS-00123 (USA)
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Input Devices Required:
Gamepad
Multiplayer Options:
Same/Split-Screen
Number of Offline Players:
1-2 Players
Number of Players Supported:
1-2 Players
Miscellaneous Attributes:
Audio CD Tracks
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 an off-road motorcycle racing simulation game where players compete in various events across the globe, mastering different course types like SuperCross, National, and Enduro, to win the ultimate circuit. Players will navigate diverse tracks with unique obstacles and challenges, aiming for the checkered flag against ruthless competitors.
Story
Game Overview
Our team aimed to create a world-class off-road motorcycle simulation, incorporating everything you'd expect to see or hear at such an event. We believe we've produced one of the greatest motorcycle simulators on the market.
The game features numerous options, sound effects, and music to keep you engaged as you race for the checkered flag on courses across the globe.
Course Types
There are three distinct types of courses in VMX Racing: SuperCross, National, and Enduro. You must master them all to win the ultimate Circuit.
SuperCross and National Racing
These courses are set in open arenas or domed stadiums. The turns are tighter, tracks thinner, and jumps nastier.
You'll find better cornering opportunities in SuperCross arenas, but long flying leaps will be less frequent.
Enduro Racing
These events challenge riders with natural obstacles designed to test their skills. You'll encounter hazards such as woods, hills, mud bogs, slippery turns, rocks, rivers, and occasional missing bridges.
These tracks offer more room to maneuver, but obstacles can appear unexpectedly.
Tracks of the World
Welcome to the Circuit! Prepare to face special pitfalls, obstacles, and ruthless competitors on each track.
New Orleans SuperCross
This indoor arena event takes place under a world-class dome. Watch out for glare from the artificial lighting and the huge billboards or rabid fans on the horizon. Don't get distracted by the giant-screen TV, or you might crash into a bale of hay.
Pacific Northwest Enduro
This outdoor event is set in the wild backcountry of the Cascade Mountains. You'll traverse dry creek beds, wilderness trails, and reach snow-capped summits. Be aware of local wildlife.
Anaheim SuperCross
Similar to the New Orleans event, Anaheim Stadium offers a bigger track with opportunities for the highest jumps. The course is longer, the speed factor is higher, and the crowd is larger. Don't gawk at the crowd too long, or they might snap pictures while you're attempting a tough move.
New England Enduro
Experience the thrill of racing through the autumn of New England. Eight riders race through bridges and jump lakes on this track. Spot the hot air balloon as you "Big Air" over one of the many steep hills.
San Jose National
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, this is the smoothest track in the series. You'll find long straight-aways between rugged pine trees and sloping hills in this outdoor motocross course. Use the treeline to orient yourself and utilize the natural slope of the hills with your Boost for maximum effect.
Orlando National
This course is set among the outdoor swamps of Orlando. Race by misty lakes and past Great Egrets, showing off your tricks among the many hills. Look out for mobile homes as you learn the twists and turns of this relaxed course.
How to Play
STARTING THE GAME
NOTE: This CD-ROM can only be used with the PlayStation™. Do not attempt to play this CD/ROM on any other CD player - doing so may damage the headphones or speakers.
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Set up your PlayStation™ as described in the PlayStation™ instruction manual and insert a controller into controller port 1.
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Insert the VMX Racing CD, label side up, and close the disc cover. Be careful not to touch the surface.
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Press the POWER button to load the game. The game will start after the Sony Computer Entertainment and the PlayStation Logos have been shown. If nothing happens turn the system OFF and make sure that it is set up correctly.
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Once the game has loaded and the introduction screens have played, you will be at the Main Menu Screen ready to play VMX Racing.
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
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POWER
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SONY PlayStation™
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OPEN
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OPEN BUTTON
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DISC COVER
GETTING STARTED
Menu Selection
After the various logos have been displayed, the Main Menu screen appears. Use the Directional Buttons Up and Down to change the highlighted menu item and press the X Button to select.
If you press the X Button (before going into any of the sub-menus), while the cursor is on Race, the game begins with all of the default settings in place.
Your selections in the Main Menu are: RACE, BIKE, TRACK, OPTIONS AND CONTROL.
MAIN MENU SCREEN SELECTIONS
BIKE
This is where you choose which team you're riding for and which bike you'll ride. Each team/bike offers different abilities and performance ratings. Practice with each bike to determine which one best meets your style of play.
The bar graphs in the middle of the screen show the maximum output for each bike in the areas of: Max. Speed, Acceleration, Oversteer/Blast and Brake.
Max Speed is the speed rating for the bike. The longer the bar, the faster the bike will go. Oversteer/Blast is a special feature that adds an additional burst of high-speed to the bike for an extra boost. This comes in handy when coming out of a hair-pin turn or for extra launching power as you go into a jump.
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Use Right and Left directional buttons to go from screen to screen.
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Press the X Button to make your choice.
TRACK
Select the course or circuit you wish to compete on in this sub-menu. You can either select to race one track at a time or you can select a combination of tracks that make up the separate circuits.
Each track has its own unique variety of challenges and obstacles. It's a good idea to practice on each of the tracks before trying to challenge the circuits.
The Circuit Selections include the following choices:
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Enduro Series - This Circuit includes: New England and Pacific Northwest.
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National Series - This Circuit includes: Orlando and San Jose.
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Supercross Series - This Circuit features: Anaheim and New Orleans.
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Full Circuit - This includes all of the track selections.
OPTIONS
Select the following options for your race:
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CLASS - Choose the class of bike to race, either 250cc. or 125cc. engines. The 125cc. bikes are more agile on the tracks, but they lack the power of the 250cc. class. The 250cc. bikes jump higher, but are harder to maneuver in mid-air for the really cool tricks.
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PLAYERS - 1 or 2-Player game. Two-Player games offer side-by-side action on a split screen. Choose either a horizontal or vertical split screen for your game. Compete against a friend in 2-Player mode to see who wins the title of King of the Circuit!
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PRACTICE - ON or OFF. This mode allows you to explore the tracks without being in a competition. Learn the dynamics and stress areas of each track without worrying about other riders being on the track. This is the best time to practice your tricks and speed maneuvers before committing to running on the circuits.
If you select OFF for practice and only one track in the Track Select screen, then you will be in the Exhibition Mode. This is a one-time race against seven other riders on the course of your selection. This is the next best way to see how you fare on the track before trying the Circuits.
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MUSIC - Select the sound track you want to listen to as you race. Volume for Music and EFX can be controlled with the sliding scale.
NOTE: If 30 seconds goes by without any input from the controller, the game automatically displays a demo mode.
SCORING
In VMX Racing you earn points in two different ways. The first is by the actual position you finish the race. First place scores more points than second place, and so on, down to last place. Even if you don't win every race on the Circuit, you still can claim the overall trophy (and the adulation of the trophy girls) by winning the most points overall.
The second way to score points in the game is by pulling off some of the spectacular stunts built into the game. Plan your moves carefully — you'll have no time while you're mid-air to misjudge a difficult move! Practice the special moves on the courses before you try the Circuits to make sure you have mastered the moves so you can perform them when it really counts!
Racing points are displayed at the end of the fifth lap during the Replay Mode. Press the Δ button to remove this display and enjoy
Controls
DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS Right or Left
Steers the bike right or left
DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS Up and Down
Controls the pitch of the bike in midair
SELECT BUTTON
Changes camera angles
START BUTTON
Pause
BUTTON
Throttle
X BUTTON
Oversteer/Blast (burst of speed)
L1
Changes screen overlays
L2
Perform tricks
R1 & R2
Perform tricks
▲ Button
remove the racer points and watch your replay full screen
Enemies & Characters
REX EMMITT
Riding for Team Ogatsu, Rex has the highest top speed of all the riders. His special moves include the Somersault and the Bumper Kiss.
ROLAND BECKER
Roland is from England and a three-time International Enduro Champion, racing under the Team Fijisaka banner. He is famous for his Barrel Roll (and jumping off the screen).
CODY COOPER
This Huntington Beach, California native has won back to back SuperCross championships and is the leading racer for Team Camtek. His special moves include the Helicopter and the No Hands/No Feet jump.
JAMIE DUNCAN
The only female on the Circuit, Jamie is the all-time winningest driver and a Team Tsunami rider. Her most daring stunts include the Standing Tarzan Yell and the Jet Blast Fire Jump.
Tips & Maps
CROSS-UP
Adjust your position in the air and block other drivers by quickly turning right or left while holding the throttle blast button at the lip of a jump, then counter-steering.
TABLE-TOP
Lean left or right before a jump, press the throttle blast button as you launch to make the bike's rear parallel with the ground, then release to correct for landing.
ONE-LEGGER
Tap and hold the Up directional button just before going airborne to have the rider kick a leg out; release the button to return to a landing position.
NO-HANDS JUMP
Launch into the air like a One-Legger, then tap and hold the throttle blast button to extend your arms in a "V" position.
RESET
Press the start button during gameplay, choose "Reset" from the menu, and select "yes" to return to the main menu.
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