Carmageddon!!!
Anarcho Ride is a new "racer" for the Atari STe by the ever-zealous Thomas Ilg of Laser Ball fame. Well, this game isn't really a racer at all. Sure, it looks the part but it's more of a smash 'n grab - think Carmageddon where head-on collisions get you the points needed to go further and play extra levels.
This game is fun but I actually found it difficult at first because it's natural to try and avoid the other cars. Don't. When you're behind the wheel, the aim is to smash into every car you can and shoot the ones you might miss using a missile. It's silly and very stupid but it's also pure mechanical violence! Totally insane gaming!!
The graphics are weirdly good with my STe delivering a decent framerate. Everything looks like it's been designed by a kid, a mad kid. But I like the quirky style, even though I think it's odd to see the car "hovering" without a shadow. The audio is ace using the DMA for sound effects alongside stunning chip music too. Beautiful audio!!
If you're looking for a racing game then look elsewhere. This isn't a racer - this is a crash 'em up and we just happen to be in a car! Smashing stuff up is always great fun and Anarcho Ride proves that perfectly.
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