Gadget Racers
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🙂 6.8/10
(GameBoy Advance - US, Racing)
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Developed by:
Electronics Application
Published by:
Zoo Digital Publishing
Released On:
29 Jun 2001
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Gadget Racers is a high-speed racing game that puts you behind the wheel of some of the most outrageous vehicles ever created. You'll compete in a variety of tracks, including street courses, off-road terrain, and even underwater segments where you'll pilot a pontoon-equipped car.
The gameplay is fast-paced and action-packed, with an emphasis on speed and agility. As you navigate the tracks, you'll need to master your driving skills, perform jumps and stunts, and avoid obstacles to take the top spot on the podium. With its unique blend of high-speed racing and gadget-filled mayhem, Gadget Racers is sure to provide hours of entertainment for fans of the genre.
Gadget Racers was released for the GameBoy Advance in 2001 and has since become a cult classic among retro gaming enthusiasts.
UPC-A:
815315000160 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
8162 (United States)
Nintendo Media PN:
AGB-AQAE-USA (United States)
ASIN:
B00005Q8J7 (United States)
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Number of Players Supported:
1-4 Players
Miscellaneous Attributes:
Multi-Link Cable
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
Gadget Racers is a racing game for the Game Boy Advance where players act as both driver and mechanic to customize their vehicles with various parts. By earning prize money through top-three finishes, players unlock new equipment and access diverse tracks across five unique areas, including circuits, nature, and water.
Story
Getting Started
The Gadget Racers are revving up for some exciting racing action on your Game Boy® Advance. The competition is fast and furious, so gear up and get going because the checkered flag is waiting!
In Gadget Racers, you are both the driver and the chief mechanic. Collect prize money by placing in the top three finishing positions, then use that money to buy new body styles, parts, and other racing equipment.
Link up to 4 of your friends for even more excitement. You'll race asphalt, airports, aqua areas, and much more.
World Map Navigation
When you begin a game, the World Map appears. Choose the Area you wish to go to by selecting the Area and pressing the A Button.
In the beginning, you can only select the Circuit Area. Once you place in the top 3 in all the races, the next Area will appear.
For each Area, there are certain parts (Entry Requirements) that you must equip in order to be able to race.
Select "Return to the Title Screen" to go back to the Title Screen.
Race Areas and Tips
Gadget Racer has five unique racing areas. The following are descriptions of those areas, as well as racing tips for each.
Circuit Area
Paved, on-road courses feature all sorts of racing locations. You will encounter airports, high-speed tracks, and tricky courses with hairpin turns.
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Tip: Equip on-road tires and aim for a new record!
Requirements for the Circuit Area:
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Tires (Yes)
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Treads (No)
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Water Parts (No)
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Weapons (No)
Nature Area
Off-road courses range from dirt roads to snowy fields. Depending on the racing location, you may have to equip Rally Tires or Snow Tires.
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Tip: Take corners wide, but turn sharply into the turn to shave seconds off your lap times.
Requirements for the Nature Area:
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Tires (Yes)
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Treads (No)
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Water Parts (No)
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Weapons (No)
In the normal races, weapons are not required. However, there are some events that require weapons in the race.
Aqua Area
In this area, you will be racing on and over rivers, lakes, and oceans. To enter these races, you will need to equip your car with water parts such as screw propellers and jets.
Requirements for the Aqua Area:
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Tires (No)
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Treads (No)
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Water Parts (Yes)
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Weapons (No)
Attractions Area
You'll be racing exciting areas such as Amusement Parks and Volcanoes. Many of these courses feature Speed Panels and Jump Panels.
Use these panels to your advantage; well-timed use of a Speed or Jump Panel can put you in first place.
Requirements for the Attractions Area:
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Tires (Yes)
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Treads (No)
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Water Parts (No)
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Weapons (No)
Even though this area doesn't require that you equip weapons, consider equipping them. This will help you place in the events.
Controls
L Button
Shift Down (Manual Shifting)
Control Pad Left
Control Steering
Control Pad Right
Control Steering
Control Pad Up
Honk Horn
START
Pause Menu
SELECT
Not Used
R Button
Shift Up (Manual Shifting)
A Button
Gas
B Button
Brake
How to Play
Start Menu Options
New Game
Selecting this option starts a new game. Be careful, as selecting this will erase any existing saved data in the memory.
Continue Game
Use this option to continue your progress. Racing data is automatically recorded, so there is no need to manually save the game.
Quick Race!
This mode allows you to start a quick race without the registering process. However, Lap Times and Record Times are not saved in this mode.
Link-Play
Select this to compete head-to-head against human players. You will need a Game Boy® Advance Game Link® Cable and a Gadget Racer Game Pak for your opponent.
Options
Use this section to change your driver's name.
Menu ET
The main menu includes New Game, Continue Game, Quick Race!, Link-Play, and Options. This product is licensed to Conspiracy Entertainment Corp. by TAKARA CO., Ltd. (2001).
Registering Your Driver
Use this screen to input your driver's name using the Control Pad and A Button. You can skip this step by pressing Start. If you wish to change your name later, select "Options" from the main menu.
Body Styles and Selection
Use the Control Pad to select a body style, then press A to confirm. You can name the selected body style and any other bodies acquired during the game by visiting the Garage. Once selected, you are ready to play.
Battle Area Requirements
The Battle Area requires both Weapons and Tank Treads. Your weapons start empty, so you must drive over Ammunition Panels to refill them and shoot opponents.
Requirements:
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Tires: No
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Treads: Yes
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Water Parts: No
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Weapons: Yes
Battle Area Controls
*Note: AT controls only.*
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L Button: Dodge enemy fire.
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R Button: Fire weapons.
Battle Area Tips
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You are limited to AT controls in the Battle Area.
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Use the L Button to dodge if an enemy locks on to you.
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You can still be hit by stray fire even if you were not targeted.
Quick Race Details
In this mode, you can freely race without affecting saved data. Simply select a circuit and car type to begin.
Choose Circuit
Select one of 5 courses representing the Gadget Racer World.
Choose Car Type
Each course offers 5 pre-set car types with different settings. The available Gadget Racers vary by course.
Pause Menu
Press START during a race to open the pause menu. This mode includes an option to restart the race, which is not available in the regular mode.
Multiplayer Setup
Gadget Racers multiplayer requires the following for each player:
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Game Boy® Advance
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Gadget Racers Game Pak
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Game Boy® Advance Game Link® Cable
Cable requirements:
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2-player: 1 cable
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3-player: 2 cables
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4-player: 3 cables
How to Connect
1. Ensure power switches on all systems are off.
2. Insert the Game Pak into each system.
3. Connect Game Link® Cables to each other and plug them into the external connectors.
4. Turn on the power for each system.
When playing with 2 or 3 people, do not attach extra systems or cables. The system connected to the small plug becomes Player 1.
Linking Notes
Linking may fail in the following situations:
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Using a cable other than the Game Boy® Advance Game Link® Cable.
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The cable is not plugged in fully.
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The cable is unplugged during a link-up.
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The system and cables are not properly connected.
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More than 5 systems are connected simultaneously.
Multiplayer Modes
Rankings Mix
This mode compares Best Record and Best Lap data between players, combining them to use the best times for each category.
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After connecting, each player selects "Mix".
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If one player selects "Rankings Mix" and others do not follow within 10 seconds, an error occurs.
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The Rankings Mix happens automatically once linked.
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You can send a Bottle Gadget Racer during this mode if one has been created.
Cable Competition
This option allows direct competition with other players.
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After connecting, select "Competition".
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If one player selects "Competition" and others do not follow within 10 seconds, an error occurs.
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Player 1 selects one of the 5 courses for the race.
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Bring up the menu with the A Button to prepare.
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The race begins once everyone is ready.
Bottle Gadget Racer
This function allows you to send a custom Gadget Racer along with your name, birthplace, battle record, and a message. You can send it during Rankings Mix or Link Competition.
Bottle Creation
The Bottle Creation menu appears if you enter the Bottle Garage and no Bottle Gadget Racer exists.
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Create a Bottle using your current custom Gadget Racer.
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You must have collected bottle parts by winning races or purchasing them.
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Selecting this automatically registers the Bottle Gadget Racer.
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To customize the Bottle or change its name, visit the Garage from the Link-Play Menu.
Default Setting
This function restores Bottle Gadget Racers to their original state.
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You cannot restore Bottles if you already have 256 items in your possession.
Create Message
Create a message to
Tips & Maps
Race Location Icon
This icon indicates where a Championship Race takes place. New courses appear when finishing in the top three, and clearing a course allows for unlimited re-racing.
World Icon
This icon serves as the gateway to other Areas, providing access to the World, Garage, and Collection sub-headings.
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