750cc Grand Prix

Infobox VG |title = 750cc Grand Prix


developer = WASP
publisher = Codemasters
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released = 1991
genre = Racing
modes = Single Player
ratings = N/A
platforms = ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC
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"750cc Grand Prix" is a video game published by Codemasters in 1991 for the ZX Spectrum and Amstrad CPC. It was developed by WASP (Lyndon Sharp, Chris Graham and Damon Redmond). [WoS game|name=750cc Grand Prix|id=0009300]

History

Programmer Lyndon Sharp got the idea for "750cc Grand Prix" after riding pillion on Codemasters' spokeman Mike Clarke's motorcycle. ["750cc Grand Prix" preview from "CRASH" issue 85, pp 16; Februrary 1991]

Gameplay

"750cc Grand Prix" is an arcade-style racing game with the theme of Grand Prix motorcycle racing. There are six British tracks, including Silverstone, Thruxton and Brands Hatch. The player must finish in the top three in each race to progress, competing against up to seven other computer-controlled riders.

Critical reaction

"CRASH" magazine reviewed "750cc Grand Prix" in March 1991, awarding 72%. The main criticism was with the starting-line acceleration of the computer-controlled opponents – unfairly quick compared the player's motorcycle. The review also highlighted the screen-tilting feature, in which the graphical display tilts when the player's motorcycle banks around bends."750cc Grand Prix" review from "CRASH" issue 86, pp45; March 1991]

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