INSTRUCTION
AGES 5 & UP
MODEL 88-008
880080001IWTI-01
ON/START
- to turn on the unit.
- to start the game.
PAUSE
- to pause the game.
SOUND
- to turn the sound off and on.
OFF
- to turn off the unit.
RESET
- this resets the game in case of malfunction.
This will also erase the high score.
- to decelerate.
- to decrease the wager with Watto.
- to accelerate.
- to increase the wager with Watto.
- to steer the Podracer left.
- to select pod, engine, and feature types.
- to steer the Podracer right.
- to select pod, engine, and feature types.
ACCELERATE - to accelerate the Podracer.
- to accept and option.
- to continue to the next race.
SPECIAL
- to use a special Podracer feature.
- to back up and reselect option.
- to try a new bet when Watto declines your wager.
2. BUILDING YOUR PODRACER
You can customize your own Podracer. There is little room for error in
a Podrace so you'll want to select the parts that maximize your driving
style. Before each race you can choose from 3 different PODS, ENGINES,
and FEATURES.
PODS
Use the LEFT/RIGHT to choose from the 3 different pod types. Press the
ACCELERATE button to select the desired pod. In general, smaller pods
handle well but do not take much damage. If your pod gets bumped
too many times, it may break and your Podracer will crash (much to the
delight of the crowd).
SMALL
- this lightweight pod moves fast and steers well but does
not take much damage.
MEDIUM - a standard pod type, this gives a good mix of handling
and durability.
HEAVY
- for the big hitter, this pod takes a lot of damage but can
be a little sluggish.
ENGINES
Once your pod type is selected, you can select the engines. Use the
LEFT/RIGHT to choose from the 3 different engine types. Press the
ACCELERATE button to select the desired type. Different engines will
give you a different combination of acceleration and top speed.
TYPE A
- a standard engine type, this has balanced acceleration
and speed.
TYPE B
- slow to get going but it is very fast.
TYPE C
- very quick pick-up for good recovery but a little slow
at the top end.
FEATURES
Now that your pod and engine types are selected it is time to put that
extra surprise on-board. There are no rules on the rocky plains of Tatooine
and rest assured the other racers have something special planned for
you. Use the LEFT/RIGHT to choose from the 3 feature types. Press the
ACCELERATE button to select the desired type.
EXHAUST PORT - open up your exhaust ports and damage the engines
of another Podracer. You'll need to be right next to
it for this to work.
BOOSTER JETS - a good defensive option, this provides a quick burst
of speed in a tight spot.
CLIPPERS
- a true crowd pleaser, pull up next to another Podracer,
cut the engines loose, and watch the fireworks!
Once you've built your Podracer, it's time to race. But first, Watto would
like to speak with you!
1. THE PODRACES OF MOS ESPA
A high speed, adrenaline packed contest, Podracing is an activity of
immense popularity for the population of Mos Espa. For some, betting
on the Podraces is a favorite pastime, but for its participants the races
bring intense competition. Essentially a cockpit pulled by two-high
powered engines, each pod is heavily customized to match the demands
of each pilot. Quick reflexes and strong nerves are required to race
pods, and as such, almost all Podracers are non-human. To the delight
of the crowd, many racers routinely crash and burn, but for those that
emerge victorious, fame and fortune can be had.
3. WATTO'S CHALLENGE
The quest for fame and fortune has brought you this far, now it's time
to work on that fortune part. Watto, a Toydarian junk dealer, is well
known for his love of gambling on Podraces. He will be more than
happy to take your action (and your money). Before each race, you
must place a bet with the pudgy little trader.
You begin the game with 300 credits. The object is to win as many
credits as possible from Watto and establish your fortune (and also your
fame). Before each race, use the UP/DOWN to increase/decrease the
amount of the bet. Once you have selected an amount, press the
ACCELERATE button. If Watto agrees to your bet, he will nod and the
race begins. If Watto does not like your bet, he will shake is head and
you will need to haggle some more. Press the SPECIAL button to bet
again. Now increase or decrease your bet and press ACCELERATE again.
Continue to haggle with him until he agrees on a number. A good rule
for betting is to always increase the amount of your bet at least 200
credits. As you continue to win, Watto will ask for increasingly higher
bets in hopes of taking back all his loses. However, he will not be foolish
enough to bet too much, so be aware that he may decline bets that are
too high.
As long as you win the race, you win the bet! You can then race again
by pressing the ACCELERATE button. Choose a new Podracer, place your
bet, and race again!
If you lose the race, you lose your bet. You may lose a race but still
have credits left. However, Watto may not like to bet for the few credits
left in your purse, in which case the game is over. If you crash your pod,
the game is also over.
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4. A PODRACER'S CONTROLS
PAUSE
ON/
START
SOUND
OFF
RESET
ACCELERATE
SPECIAL
