Getting Started

INTRODUCTION | SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS | GETTING STARTED | CONTROLS | GAME MENUS | SUPPORT | CREDITS

# GAME MENUS

You may change or select options on the main menu by clicking on them with the mouse.

> INSTANT RACE - select this option to start a race immediately with a random car and a random track.

> PRACTICE RACE - select a car and a track and start a quick practice race.

> CAREER MODE - earn new cars, trick out your car with upgrades, and try special race types in this mode. See below for more details.

> CONTEST MODE - (not available in all versions) post your scores to the global high score boards in 8 different preset races. Check online for scheduled contests and prizes.

> OPTIONS - takes you to the options page, where game play may be customized.

> > CONTROLS - change your keyboard button mappings or adjust the settings on other supported peripherals.

> > AUDIO - make adjustments to your audio settings. You can also select your favorite digital music folder or listen to a CD while driving.

> > VIDEO - adjust these settings to improve your computer's performance. Lower your resolution for maximum effect.

> HELP - view these help pages.

> QUIT - quits the entire game.

> UNLOCK NOW - opens up a dialog box where you can purchase the full version of the game.

> CAREER MODE DETAILS

> GETTING STARTED

> Career mode begins with the creation of a Profile. Choose "Create" and type in your racing name. Then "Select" one of your created profiles to start looking over your cars.

> When you first begin Career mode with a new profile, you will be given $10,000 with which to purchase your first car. This amount is only enough to buy one of the two Class C cars. You will need to finish a couple races to earn money for car upgrades.

> UPGRADING

> In order to improve your race times, compete in tougher races, and earn bigger cash prizes, you'll need to improve your ride with the purchase of new upgrades for your car. Under your purchased car's name, click on "Upgrade" to reveal the available categories.

> You can upgrade the following categories: Paint, Decal, Neon, Spoiler, Body, Rims, Exhaust Tip, Top Speed, Turbo, Acceleration, Handling, Braking, and Nitrous. Any selected item that has not yet been purchased will reveal its benefit on the stats bar at the bottom of the screen

> STATS

> There are six statistics that can affect the outcome of your race: Top Speed, Acceleration, Handling, Braking, Nitrous, and Style.

> Nitrous is a special fuel mixture that can be purchased as an upgrade. You can use some at any time during the race by pressing the CTRL key, but there is a limited amount for each race. How much you have left is indicated on the green dial in the center of your Tachometer.

> The more Style you have, the more points you'll earn for tricks during a race. A percentage of your style points will be converted into cash, depending on how well you finish. Fall too far behind spinning donuts and that percentage will go to zero.

> RACING

> Style tricks are moves such as powersliding, catching air, and passing up other cars. Stack them right after one another for extra multipliers. But be careful not to scratch up your car on a wall or someone else during your trick, because otherwise those points are then lost.

> When a sharp turn approaches, don't forget to use the handbrake (space bar). Using the handbrake instead of the regular brakes will help fishtail your car to make sharper turns.

> RACE TYPES

> When choosing a race, make sure you know the rules of the race. There are 4 types of races: Lap, Knockout, Time Trial, and Chicken.

> A Lap race is a simple challenge - place in the top 3 for the indicated reward. As an additional prize, you will be awarded a percentage of your Style points you accumulated during the race: 100% for first place, 75% for second, %50 for third, 25% for fourth, and %10 for fifth.

> Knockout races are tougher, but typically give a higher reward. The last racer after each lap is eliminated, until there is only one car left -- the winner of the only cash prize.

> Time Trial races are you against the clock, although sometimes you'll notice other racers interested in the same challenge. There will be three times listed - beat those times to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd prize (and a Style point bonus).

> Chicken has times to beat like in a Time Trial, but this time the other racers are headed in the opposite direction! Dodge the oncoming cars as best as you can while driving fast enough to earn a large reward.

NOTICE

You may not de-compile, reverse engineer, or disassemble this game except to the extent and for the express purposes authorized by applicable law notwithstanding this limitation. Title, ownership and intellectual property rights, including any patent rights, in and to game shall remain in WildTangent and/or its licensors or suppliers. The game is protected by the copyright laws of the United States and international copyright treaties. You may not modify this game or create derivative works based upon this game. You may not rent, lease, or otherwise receive any compensation for this game, including by bundling this game with other fee-based products.

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