Vanishing Point
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🙂 7.0/10
(Playstation - US, Racing)
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Developed_By:
Clockwork Games Limited
Published_By:
Acclaim
Released On:
01 Jan 2000
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Vanishing Point is an arcade-style racer featuring real cars and road course-style tracks. The main difference between Vanishing Point and countless other racers is that you are never racing directly against other cars, but rather are racing against the clock. Your position at the end of the race depends solely on your time, not on your finishing position relative to other cars. There are loads of computer-controlled cars that are there simply to slow you down.
The standard racing game modes include Tournament, Time Trial, and Single Race. One unique feature is the stunt competition. You can compete in a series of events that test various driving skills in timed events. Some example events are the long jump and the slalom.
The selection of cars is quite diverse. You can race vehicles that range from low performance, like a VW Microbus, to high-performance, like a Dodge Viper.
EAN-13:
3455192121212 (United Kingdom)
UPC-A:
3455192121236 (Germany)
Part #:
SLES 02534 (Germany)
Sony PN:
SLES-02534 (United Kingdom)
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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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Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
Controls
DIRECTIONAL BUTTON
highlight an item
O BUTTON
confirm a choice/go to the next screen
X BUTTON
return to the previous screen
LEFT STICK
STEER LEFT OR RIGHT
L2 BUTTON
GEAR DOWN
SQUARE BUTTON
BRAKE
TRIANGLE BUTTON
CAMERA
SELECT BUTTON
RESET VEHICLE
R2 BUTTON
ACCELERATE
START BUTTON
PAUSE/RESUME GAME
R1 BUTTON
GEAR UP
L1 BUTTON
REAR VIEW
How to Play
CAR SELECTION
The Car Selection screen has two showrooms: Showroom 1 for Player Cars and Showroom 2 for Secret Cars. Most cars are unavailable when you first start playing.
Unavailable cars are unlocked as you progress through Tournaments. Secret Cars are not available for Tournament play and can only be accessed from other modes. You will be notified on the Race Results screen when a new car is unlocked.
Car Selection Process
Follow the instructions at the bottom of the screen to select a car. After selection, you will choose between MANUAL or AUTOMATIC transmission.
If the 'wrench' icon in the top right is highlighted, a custom setup is available. You will then choose between DEFAULT or CUSTOM car setups.
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DEFAULT will use the manufacturer's default car setup.
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CUSTOM will use the car setup specified in the Tune-up Shop. Refer to the Tune-up Shop section for details on custom car setups.
Tournament Car Icons
When choosing a car for a tournament, three additional icons appear in the top right:
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The BRONZE VP represents Heat 1.
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The SILVER VP represents Heat 2.
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The GOLD VP represents Heat 3.
If any of these icons are highlighted, it means you have completed the corresponding heat with that car.
OPTIONS
This area provides access to in-game settings and options.
MEMORY CARD
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Load
Load saved game configuration data.
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Save
Save your current game configuration data.
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Memory Card Slot
Select the location of the MEMORY CARD slot you've chosen to save your game.
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Auto Save
Toggle the Auto Save feature ON or OFF. When ON, the game configuration data will automatically save to your MEMORY CARD when entering and returning from the game.
VISUAL
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2P Split-Screen
Choose Vertical or Horizontal split-screen mode for Head 2 Head and Multiplayer games.
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Speedometer
Choose to display your speed in miles per hour (MPH) or kilometers per hour (KPH).
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Rival Markers
Turn on / off markers over rival cars.
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Center Screen
Allows you to adjust the position of the display on your television.
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Accept Settings
Select this option to confirm and accept your new settings.
NOTE: The Visual screen lets you adjust the picture settings on your television. Use your television's color, brightness and contrast controls so that the color bars above the white line are visible and the color bars below the line are black.
GAME MODES
ARCADE MODE
This option provides access to the following single-player game modes.
Tournament
Vanishing Point is about racing on civilian roads, competing with rivals and negotiating unsuspecting civilian drivers. Tournament mode unlocks secret cars and game modes not found elsewhere.
Your main competitor is the clock, aiming to be the fastest driver. Competitors do not start together on a grid. Your attempt begins on a rolling start; you start racing as soon as you cross the Start/Finish line.
Rival Drivers are recognized by their aggressive driving style and car markers. Overtaking or being overtaken does not necessarily change your ranking, as drivers start at different times and laps.
Split Times will appear in the top center of the screen to inform you of your progress. Focus on the road and traffic to achieve the best time.
When you complete a stage, your finishing time is graded. If you gain enough points to qualify, you move to the next stage. Your performance on each stage contributes to your position in the overall Top 40 Standings.
Your global objective is to finish each heat in 1st place to progress. Your overall performance matters, with combined race placement points determining your final place. Check the Race Results screen for points needed to advance.
There are 3 heats that progressively become more challenging. Progressing through each heat unlocks new cars, tracks, and game modes.
| Heat | Tracks | Laps | Difficulty |
| :--- | :----- | :--- | :--------- |
| 1 | 2 | 2 | Easy |
| 2 | 3 | 2 | Medium |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | Hard |
NOTE: Tournament mode is only available to cars in Showroom 1. Restarting from the Pause Menu will restart the heat from the first stage.
Single Race
Single Race mode allows you to compete in a 2 or 3 lap race using any available cars. You will race against civilian traffic and opponent/rival drivers. You must come in first to unlock the next track.
Time Trial
Using any available cars and tracks, Time Trial mode allows you to race alone without interference from civilian or opponent traffic. Use this mode to practice on a track or to break the lap record.
Stunt Driver
Stunt Driver Challenge tests your driving skills through increasingly difficult stunt events. Each event requires completing an objective within a time limit.
Stunt Points are awarded based on performance; faster completion earns more points. To unlock an event, you need a required number of Stunt Points.
Early events are easy to unlock, but later ones may require re-trying previous events to increase your Stunt Points. Your best performance is always remembered and won't be overwritten by a worse one.
For detailed descriptions of rules, scoring, and objectives, refer to the on-screen help pages.
CWG Rally
This mode is similar to a multi-stage Time Trial. There are no other cars on the track, and you have 1 lap per stage. Your overall time is calculated and
Tips & Maps
Racing against time
Avoid collisions with other drivers, as they will hurt your lap time.
Passing cars
Be cautious when passing, as some drivers may try to run you off the road. Turning on Rival Markers in Options can help identify aggressive drivers.
Mastering cars
Each car requires greater driving skill. Learn its handling and power characteristics through careful acceleration, steering, and consistent practice with the same car on the same track.
Powerslide technique
Approach a turn at high speed, lay off the accelerator to 'coast' into the turn, then slowly apply gas to complete a powerslide. This is essential for advanced cars.
Throttle control
Configure your DUALSHOCK™ analog controller by mapping steering, acceleration, and braking to both ANALOG STICKS for better control.
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