Formula One: Built to Win (NES) Playthrough [4K]
2"Formula One: Built to Win" is a racing video game developed by Winky Soft and published by SETA Corporation. It was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1990. The game features Formula One racing, allowing players to compete in various Grand Prix circuits around the world. It has an immersive career mode and advanced car tuning mechanics.
The game has a comprehensive career mode set across various locations worldwide, taking players on a journey from novice to professional racer. Players starts off with a modest budget and a basic car, and must gradually establish themselves as top-tier racers by participating in races, starting from New York and progressing to the West Coast. Winning races earns cash for upgrades, enhancing the vehicle's performance and durability. Cash can also be earned at the Las Vegas slot machines. Progression through different licenses unlocks tougher races and even better equipment. Eventually, players obtain an international racing license, unlocking access to official Formula 1 tracks across the globe.
Early races are a breeze with upgraded cars, but when the Formula One series starts, the difficulty ramps up noticably. Real-life drivers with slightly altered names pose formidable challenges. There's also a free play mode where players have the freedom to practice using any of the four player-controlled vehicles on their respective tracks. Unlike career mode, this mode lacks the presence of other racers on the track simultaneously, offering a more relaxed and focused environment for honing driving skills.
The difficulty could have been more balanced throughout the game instead of the sudden spike towards the end, but overall, "Formula One: Built to Win" remains a standout title from gaming's past, offering a glimpse into the future of racing simulations.