Daytona USA
Reviewed by Jeremy Peeples
Daytona USA was released for the Sega Saturn in May of 1995
as a launch title. Many wondered how this port would fare
when compared to its arcade counterpart. Well, it may not
have been a perfect port, but it was enough of one to get
the job done.
Graphics-7/10- For the most part, they are good, the pop-up
is atrocious though and the car models are very blocky, the
backgrounds, however, are very well-done, the detail in them
is great and some are even interactive. Overall, the
graphics are good, when compared to the arcade game.
Sound-10/10- The music is a controversial subject with this
game, seemingly you either love it or you hate it, I
personally love it, it helps to get your blood pumping, the
sound effects are loud and crystal clear. There are some
nice, small sound touches, like the announcer saying your
initials out loud if you have a top score.
Control-10/10 Perfect, everything is easy to do, from
drifting between cars to powersliding, basically, the
control is never sluggish. One of the bet features in the
game in my opinion.
Gameplay-8/10- You get the usual Arcade Mode, as well as the
Saturn mode, which is basically the arcade mode sans
checkpoints, there is also a Time Attack Mode, you get 3
tracks to race on and many cars, a lot of the good ones are
secret, like the horse.
Presentation-10/10- Arcade perfect, not a thing was changed
to the game's presentation, I personally like it that way,
every menu is cut and dry and serves its purpose.
Replay Value-8/10- Three tracks may not sound like a lot,
but there are a ton of secret cars to race as too, trying
get first place with all of the cars is quite a challenge.
If you are starved for replay in the game, the tracks can be
reversed. The amount of depth in this game is surprising.
Overall-9/10- The graphics may not be perfect, but the
gameplay is spot-on, the sound is good and gets you in the
mood to play the game, and the controls are perfect.
Overall, one of the best racers on the Saturn.
Buy or Rent?-Buy- This game is a classic and is worth any
price, if you can find it for under $15, buy it without
hesitation, it's a great game to add to any gamer's library.
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