Advanced:
possible to override AI assist with joystick (though it can be difficult) or use RC assist. Two
hazards available to each driver in this skill level.
Expert:
low AI assist; should be able to maneuver into pit lane with joystick. Four hazards available to
each driver in this skill level.
Issue: Vehicle is driving itself during a championship race
If a vehicle is driving itself, the vehicle is set in AI car mode. To add human controls instead, simply
restart the race.
What is the maximum number of cars the system supports?
Up to 4 players can take part in a Championship race, but in Practice Mode the number of cars that can
be used is virtually unlimited.
Can I play with more cars than I get in the Starter Set at the same time, or will we end up with two
cars on each channel?
Yes, you can play with as many cars as you like at the same time! Each controller is capable of pairing
with any car. When you first switch on the controller, it asks you to 'switch on your vehicle'. When you
switch on a car (any car), it will pair with it almost instantly. The system communicates over 2.4GHz
frequency, which means we have plenty of frequencies available for dynamic pairing.
If two cars are running side-by-side, will they each try to run down the center of the track and be
bashing wheels?
Yes, the AI will try to keep each car in the center, unless you steer them left or right, to move them off
the center line. In practice though, differences in speed will also affect the line your car takes - e.g.
faster around a corner means you are going to be further to the outside of the track than if you take it
more slowly.
What happens if I knock the self-driving AI car off the track?
In the event that the self-driving AI car is knocked off the track, the sensors will detect this and pause
the car, so it doesn't go racing off around your room! If this happens, the handset audio will ask you to
'return the pace car to the track and press the 'check' button'
Does the speed of the car depend on the type of battery used and how full they are? Is the difference
relevant for race results? If a player joins with brand new batteries, does he have an advantage?
There is a small peak in performance with brand new batteries, but you only really notice it in the self-
driving AI car, when it is running at a near constant speed. There is about a 5% increase in speed for just
the first few laps. It doesn't make any noticeable difference to race performance.
Why is there a card slot on the underside of the controller and USB port on the chassis?
These ports are not for charging. They will be used in the future to add upgraded features to both the
cars and the gameplay.
