Crazy Taxi
↗ 73%
😊 7.6/10
(Gamecube - JP, Racing)
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$41.64
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Developed by:
Hitmaker
Published by:
Acclaim
Released On:
18 Nov 2001
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Crazy Taxi is an arcade-like racer where the player takes the role of a taxi driver who weaves his way through crowded streets, across sidewalks, and even underwater, in a wild and frantic race to deliver passengers on time. The courses are largely set inside cities crowded with general traffic and pedestrians. The main goal is to bring as many customers as possible to their destination in time. Available customers are marked through circles and the color represents the distance and the fare they offer. Green means long rides with plenty of money, and red ones are very short.
In the game, there is a timer that runs down quickly. It can be replenished by picking up customers. While driving, players are encouraged to disregard all traffic rules and take reckless maneuvers. Customers give extra tips for speedy and dangerous driving, but these can only be cashed when the customer arrives at their destination in time. The reward at the end of a ride is based on the amount of time left, with each customer having its own personal timer.
The game has two main modes: Arcade mode and Original mode, as well as a Crazy Box mode where specific goals need to be met on closed-down courses. In the regular modes, players can play for a fixed amount of minutes without the usual timer. At the end of the race, the player is rewarded with a license, ranging from D to A, with S for outstanding performance. The game also features four cabs and drivers to choose from, each with different statistics and attitudes while racing.
The Crazy Taxi Gamecube version includes a soundtrack featuring The Offspring and Bad Religion. Overall, the game is an arcade-like racer that emphasizes speed and reckless driving, with a focus on delivering passengers on time.
UPC-A:
4974365870041 (Japan)
Nintendo Media PN:
DL-DOL-GCTJ-JPN (Japan)
Part #:
DOL-GCTJ-JPN (Japan)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
Controls
Control Pad/Control Stick
Moving the Cursor
A Button
Enter
B Button
Cancel/Return to the Previous Screen
START
Game Start/Pause
R Button
Accelerating
L Button
Braking
Y Button
Destination Reminder
X Button
Horn
How to Play
Crazy Maneuvering
Learn how to perform these crazy maneuvers using different combinations of the Steering Wheel, Accelerator, Brake, and Drive/Reverse Shifting commands.
Crazy Dash
Propel the cab forwards with a burst of speed with this crazy move.
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First, release both the accelerator and brake.
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Then, just after shifting into Drive, press the accelerator.
Crazy Drift
Use this move to cause the cab to execute a sliding drift.
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While moving forward, quickly shift into Reverse and back into Drive while cutting the Steering Wheel to the right or left.
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Note: hold the Control Stick to execute a drift.
Crazy Back Dash
Execute a hasty retreat with this speedy thrust in reverse.
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Shift quickly into Reverse just after executing a Crazy Dash.
Crazy Back Drift
With this move the cab will continue to move in reverse after spinning 180°.
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While moving forward, quickly shift into Drive and back into Reverse while cutting the Steering Wheel to the right or left.
Mode Selection Menu
Use up or down on the Control Pad/Control Stick to select an item and press the A Button to enter your selection. Select 'EXIT' or press the B Button to return to the title screen.
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ORIGINAL
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CRAZY BOX
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OPTIONS
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RECORDS
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SAVE & LOAD
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EXIT
Arcade
In this game mode, play using the same course as the one featured in the Arcade version of Crazy Taxi.
Original
Select this game mode to play using the specially designed original course.
Crazy Box
Fine-tune your cab driving techniques by clearing each of these unique mini-games.
Options
Use this mode to modify various settings of the game.
Records
Here you can view the records and rankings for each of the game modes.
Save & Load
Use this mode to save or load game data or perform name entry for player files.
Arcade/Original Mode
Both the Arcade and Original game modes have the same rules, content and menu. The only difference between these two modes is the course on which you play.
After selecting either "ARCADE" or "ORIGINAL" from the mode selection menu, the following mode menu will be displayed. Use up or down on the Control Pad/Control Stick to select a mode and press the A Button to enter your selection. Select 'EXIT' or press the B Button to return to the title screen.
Arcade Mode Menu
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PLAY BY ARCADE RULES
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WORK FOR 3 MINUTES
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WORK FOR 5 MINUTES
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WORK FOR 10 MINUTES
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EXIT
Original Mode Menu
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PLAY BY ARCADE RULES
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WORK FOR 3 MINUTES
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WORK FOR 5 MINUTES
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WORK FOR 10 MINUTES
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EXIT
Play By Arcade Rules
Select this item to play according to the same rules as used in the Arcade version of Crazy Taxi.
Work For 3 Minutes
Play freely for three minutes. Note that in this mode there are no time bonuses available.
Work For 5 Minutes
Play freely for five minutes. Note that in this mode there are no time bonuses available.
Work For 10 Minutes
Play freely for ten minutes. Note that in this mode there are no time bonuses available.
Game Display
While driving a customer
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Game Time: Once this time limit counts down to 0, the game is over.
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Directional Arrow: This arrow shows the general direction of the destination.
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Fares: The top figure is the Total Earned Fare and is a total of all fares earned. The bottom figure is the Fare for the current customer, which includes the base fare plus any tips earned, and will be added to the total earned fare once the customer is delivered to their destination.
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Crazy Maneuvers & Combos: All crazy maneuvers performed will appear here with a counter that tracks any successive combos made.
At the destination
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Destination and Distance Counter: A picture of the destination location and a distance counter indicating the distance to the destination, is displayed as the customer gets into the cab. Press the Y Button to display this image while driving.
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Customer Time Limit: If this time limit reaches 0 before reaching the destination, the customer will jump out of the cab without paying their fare.
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Gear Indicator: Shows the gear, drive or reverse, currently selected.
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Time Bonus Indicator: Indicates the time bonus earned for arriving early at the destination. The time bonus is only available when playing the "PLAY BY ARCADE RULES" of the arcade and original modes.
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Ranking: Shows your current ranking relative to the total rankings.
Pausing the Game
To pause the game and display the pause menu while playing in the Arcade, Original or Crazy Box modes, press START. Use up or down on the Control Pad/Control Stick to select a menu item and press the A Button to enter your selection. Press START to exit and continue playing.
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RESUME: Select to resume play where you left off.
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RESTART: Select to restart the current game with the same driver in the same mode.
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QUIT: Select to exit the current game and return to the mode selection menu.
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RUMBLE FEATURE: Use left or right on the Control Pad/Control Stick to toggle this item ON/OFF.
Driver Selection
After selecting a game mode from either the Arcade or Original mode menu, the driver selection screen will be displayed. Use up or down on the Control Pad/Control Stick to select a driver and press the A Button to enter
Tips & Maps
SAVE & LOAD
Here you can save and load game data, enter a name to create a new player file or modify the name of a current player file.
SAVE
Select to save all the current game settings and records to your Nintendo GameCube™™ Memory Card.
LOAD
Select to load previously saved data from your Nintendo GameCube™™ Memory Card.
ENTER NAME
Select to enter a new name or create a new player file.
DELETE NAME
Select to delete a player file. Use O on the Control Pad/Control Stick to select a file and press the A Button.
MODIFY NAME
Select to edit the name of a player file. Use 00 on the Control Pad/Control Stick to select a file and press the A Button.
NAME ENTRY
Up to three characters can be used for each name entered to create a player file. Use 00 on the Control Pad/Control Stick to select a letter and use on the Control Pad/Control Stick to move the cursor.
AXEL
This wild guy is known to have a hot and quick temper. His only reason for becoming a taxi cab driver is that he considers being a cabbie the "coolest" profession.
GENA
If Gena could be described in two words, without a doubt those words would be "cool & sexy". With a strong passion for cars, her reason for becoming a cab driver is simply, "Because I get to race around in my car all day!"
Enemies & Characters
B.D. Joe
Always friendly and cheerful, B.D. Joe is a cab driver who loves making people happy and is also an accomplished performance artist and card trick enthusiast.
Gus
Gus is a handsome, melancholy drifter who originated the 'crazy' style of driving and has mellowed his desire to win at all costs through gambling.
Cindy
This young, pretty college student is a psychology major who just loves junk food!
Rachel
Currently working as a hospital volunteer, this young woman dreams of becoming a doctor someday.
Grandma J
Keep your eyes peeled for this feisty ol' lady! Those loud and colorful pajamas on Ms. Jessica are sure hard to miss.
Biff
A baseball fanatic who never misses a game, Biff travels by helicopter to watch his favorite baseball team in action whenever they are playing away games.
Dan
A graduate student of economics, Dan is in the process of writing his thesis on the economical impact of the fashion industry on world markets.
Kim
This tourist is always running from one famous landmark to another with a video camera in hand.
Buzz
A hard-core loving punk rocker who has a habit of suddenly appearing in the most unexpected of places!
Pierre
A hopelessly romantic young man who spends all his time and money chasing women.
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