Ferrari Grand Prix Challenge
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Developed_By:
NMS Software
Published_By:
Acclaim
Released On:
01 Sep 1992
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Players take on the role of a Ferrari team driver aiming to become an F1 Champion during the 16-round season. They compete against 25 computer opponents representing various F1 teams.
The racing sessions consist of two parts: qualification and main races. The qualification race is a single-lap sprint, determining the player's starting position in the main race. In the main race, players complete five laps, with points awarded based on their finishing position. Higher positions earn more points, while lower finishes result in fewer points.
During the race, players can participate in pit stops to replace worn-out tires and refuel. This involves playing a mini-game, adding an extra layer of strategy to the game. Additionally, there's a practice mode where players can choose the number of practice laps they want to complete.
UPC-A:
021481501077 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
2404 (United States)
Nintendo Media PN:
DMG-XP-USA (United States)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a racing simulation game where players compete in high-stakes Formula One Grand Prix races. Players must master driving techniques, manage pit stops, and outmaneuver rivals to win championships.
Story
The Race
Gun it through the straight. Drop into second for the hairpin. Keep the inside line. Up to third. The clock's ticking. Go for the finish...flat out 335 km/h over the line and a great 1:17.6 lap time. Those practice laps made all the difference. America's a fast course but you cracked 12th position on the starting grid.
The light flashes green. You take off. The traffic is thick. Keep calm. A nudge now would be serious trouble. A gap opens. Take the middle. Nice move. Driving like that will put the checkered flag right in your lap.
Tight corners make for some challenging maneuvering, but this track also has some of the fastest straights in the world. Get every second out of them. There's the leader. You could take him, but the chicane's right ahead. Throttle it. Too late. Your wheel catches the dirt; the leader pulls away.
Your mechanic radios that your slide-out has worn the tires. The pits lie around the next bend, but so does the leader. Two laps to go. It's enough time to catch up and too far to go with slow tires. You head for the pits.
Your crew can change wheels blindfolded, but one slip and your victory attempt is finished. 5.8 seconds, 6, 7...they're done. Maximum revs. You're back in the race.
You slip around the oil at the start of the first curve and then push it like never before. Speed. Control. Guts. You have what it takes. Feel the adrenalin as you cut through the field. Fifth, fourth, third. Ease to the outside. The second place car slows for the bend. Don't spin out...Yes! It's you against the leader now.
You've gone wheel to wheel on Grand Prix circuits around the world. He's always had the edge, the acceleration when it counted, and the nerve to risk anything for victory. But you want this race. The team wants this race... and you're driving the most famous marque in motor racing history.
His timing is perfect. His gear changes sensational. He holds his line on the final curve, pulls slightly out for the home straight. You dart inside. There's the checkered flag. You've done it. You are the winner of the American Grand Prix! Soak up the adulation of the crowd. Feel the excitement of success. Know you could be the World Champion...just 15 more engine roaring, curve hugging, pure power races down the road! Go for it!
Racing
You've practiced until you know the course backwards. Your qualifying lap was flawless. Now it's time to show what you're really made of. Speed put you ahead on the grid, but with 24 other world class drivers out here, winning demands more than just putting your foot to the floor.
One spin-out could end the day. A slow tire change could put you right out of the points. But you're a Ferrari driver. The car can outrun any rival. Your skill can outpace the best. Red light. Green. GO!
Taking the Flag
Your finely tuned engine hums quietly. The crew waits anxiously in the pit. Sweat builds up on your palms. It's the American Grand Prix, the first of the Championships. You practiced until you could see the track in your sleep. Your qualifying lap was your fastest ever.
Now you're on the grid just waiting for the light. You massage the throttle. The engine roars. You ease off. Remember that first corner comes up quickly after the start, but taking two or three places even before that should be no problem.
You slip up through the gears mentally racing around every hairpin, chicane and flat out straight on the course. You are starting this season from the top. The red light flashes on. You take the engine to maximum revs. Green light! You're off...Lap one on the greatest, most exciting driving challenge in the world...the Formula One Grand Prix Championship and the checkered flag are yours!
How to Play
GETTING READY
1. Make sure the GAME BOY® power switch is OFF.
2. Insert the FERRARI GRAND PRIX CHALLENGE™ Game Pak as described in your Nintendo® GAME BOY® instruction manual.
3. Turn the power switch ON.
You will see the FERRARI GRAND PRIX CHALLENGE title screen. To proceed to the Practice or Qualify selection screen, press the START BUTTON at any time.
Note
FERRARI GRAND PRIX CHALLENGE is a one player game only.
You can opt either to practice on any of 16 Grand Prix tracks or to go immediately to the first. If you have a password, you can go to the next qualifying lap of the Grand Prix World Championship series.
PRACTICE OR QUALIFY SELECTION SCREEN
To choose to practice or qualify, press the SELECT BUTTON until your choice appears on the screen and then press the START BUTTON.
Note
The practice and qualify modes are explained in detail in their own sections.
PRACTICE
Winning demands knowing both the lay-out of each track you race on and how to handle your car. Practice gives you that knowledge.
Transmission Type
Once you have chosen to practice, you must then select your transmission type. Use the SELECT BUTTON to select the transmission you want and then press the START BUTTON.
Note
Transmission performance and operation is covered under TRANSMISSIONS...4 ON THE FLOOR, page 14.
Number of Practice Laps
To select the number of practice laps you want to drive, use the LEFT and RIGHT CONTROL PAD ARROWS. Press the START BUTTON when you have made your selection.
Course Selection
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Grand Prix - Nationality of Grand Prix
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Lap Record - Qualifying lap time required to take pole position
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Qualify Time - Time to beat to qualify for race
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Map - Course Map
To scroll through the Grand Prix circuits, press the LEFT AND RIGHT CONTROL PAD ARROWS. Press the START BUTTON when you have made your selection.
Practice Race
The practice race gives you the same conditions as a Grand Prix World Championship race, but with 4 advantages:
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No position limit - the race will NOT be terminated no matter what your position is.
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You have chosen the # of laps.
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You have chosen the course.
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Your performance in no way affects your championship standings. You are free to practice maneuvers, general handling, and even pit stops.
Hit the A BUTTON to rev your engine. Watch the starting lights and when they turn green, burn some rubber and take off.
QUALIFY
This is it, the goal for which you have been practicing: the International Grand Prix World Championship. It's you against 24 cars, 8 teams, and 16 of the fastest, most grueling race courses in the world. It's a long season; winners come and go. Consistency is the key...but no guts, no glory!
Options Screen
Once you have selected QUALIFY, you will see the OPTIONS screen.
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To choose YES or NO - Press the SELECT BUTTON.
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To move between options - Press the UP or DOWN CONTROL PAD ARROWS.
Note
To use the SAVED GAME option, you must have raced at least one Grand Prix in QUALIFY mode and noted its password. For information about SAVED GAMES see PASSWORD on page 18.
When you have selected your options, press the START BUTTON.
Transmission Type
Once you have chosen your options, select your transmission type. Use the SELECT BUTTON to select the transmission you want and then press the START BUTTON.
Note
Transmission performance and operation is covered under TRANSMISSIONS...4 ON THE FLOOR, page 14.
Name & Country Screen
In order to chart your starting line position, finishing position, and place in the championship standings, you can enter your name here on the left hand side of the screen and the abbreviation for the country you wish to represent on the right hand side.
To move the flashing cursor, use the CONTROL PAD ARROWS. To write in a letter, press the A BUTTON. To erase a letter, press the B BUTTON. When you are done, press the START BUTTON.
For each race of the International Grand Prix circuit, you must first run a qualifying lap in order to determine your position on the starting line - the lower your time, the better your position. The time given here is the fastest time recorded so far by your competitors. Beating it will put you in pole position.
Note
If you do not beat the qualifying time for that track, you will not be allowed to race that track. You will see the winners of that race and you will advance to the next country.
Qualifying Lap
With no other cars on the track, nothing can slow you down but your own ability. Take it to the edge. The importance of a good starting position cannot be overestimated.
The driving controls and dashboard information operate the same as when racing as shown on pages 11 & 13.
The Starting Line
After the qualifying lap, you will see the layout of the starting grid. To go straight to the race, press the START BUTTON.
TRANSMISSIONS. ON THE FLOOR
Whether practicing or racing, you have a choice of either an automatic or manual transmission.
Automatic
Best suited to beginners, as it leaves you free to negotiate turns without having to worry about gear shifting or watching the speedometer and rev counter.
4 Speed Manual
Once you are comfortable with Formula 1 handling, increase your control and your top speed by moving up to a
Controls
DOWN
Gear change up (Manual transmission only)
UP
Gear change down (Manual transmission only)
CONTROL PAD LEFT
To steer LEFT
CONTROL PAD RIGHT
To steer RIGHT
START
Pause/Restart
B
Brake
A
Accelerate
Tips & Maps
PASSWORD
FERRARI GRAND PRIX RACING provides a password after each race so that you can turn off your Game Boy and still be able to resume your championship bid at another time. When you want to resume playing, select QUALIFY, then RESTORE SAVED GAME, and enter your code on the RESTART CODE screen.
DRIVING TIPS
Use practice mode to test car handling and learn track layouts. Get comfortable with automatic transmission before moving to manual. Use the map to anticipate the course, hold the middle of the road on straights, and take the inside line on curves. Avoid collisions to prevent damage and wasted time. Maintain consistency throughout the 16-race championship.
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