Speed Devils, by software publishers UbiSoft, was released on October 30th 1999. It is a racing game where the player could choose from a range of decent vehicles and shred various colourful courses that included Louisiana, Mexico, Nevada, Aspen & Hollwood (full list at bottom). There are 4 classes to compete in, with the added plus of being able to place bets on the races, and if the player wins each race/bet they are able to spend the money on vehicle upgrades.
Initially I disappointed with this game due to the sluggish controls. The tracks are wonderful with UFO's, King Kong, Jaws and cyclones among just a few of the perils awaiting the racers. But you do get used to the controls after a while I can happily report, and while not as responsive as the controls for say Ferrari F335, they are pretty efficient after you get used to them.
I recommend this title if only to experience the different circuits, they are BRILLIANT and I never get bored of them.
Race with the devil, you'll be happy you did!
Full tracks:
Louisiana, Louisiana Tornado, New York City, New York City Winter, Mexico, Nevada, Aspen Summer, Aspen Winter, Canada (northern Quebec), Canada Light Winter, Canada Heavy Winter, Montreal Industrial, Hollywood, and Hollywood Disaster.
On 9th September 1999, Sega released a new console to an excited public, the now legendary Dreamcast. Many would argue the first in Next Gen visuals, and online gaming, the Dreamcast was overtaken by Playstation2 but never forgotten. To this day, a decade on, it is still a powerful force in the gaming world. This is my tribute to the console and games, where a poet becomes fanboy.
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