Maybe we should do an updated Super Cars
17 days ago
- #retro-gaming
- #game-development
- #amiga
- Super Cars II is a top-down racer from 1991, developed by Magnetic Fields (Andrew Morris and Shaun Southern).
- Inspiration came from arcade games like Super Sprint, with added depth from weapons, trading, and humorous elements.
- Music was typically added late in development, often tailored to specific sections of the game.
- Development challenges included tight deadlines, technical limitations, and creating AI for opponent cars.
- The game's humor and questions were designed to be fun and learnable, not age-specific.
- Death Rally is considered a spiritual successor, though the creators were unaware of it initially.
- Piracy significantly impacted sales, but the game's legacy led to opportunities in PC rally games.
- Both creators have tried Super Cars II on THEA500 Mini and remain proud of its legacy.
- They expressed interest in creating an updated version if the opportunity arises.