Clash-Road

Clash-Road is a two-player racing game released in 1986 by Woodplace Inc., presenting a unique twist on the driving genre. Players control motorcycles in a horizontally scrolling environment, competing against each other to reach the finish line first. The gameplay involves navigating a course while avoiding obstacles and attempting to impede your opponent’s progress. Utilizing Zilog Z80 processors and custom sound chips, Clash-Road delivers a visual experience with a 288x224 pixel resolution and a palette of 256 colors displayed at a refresh rate of 60 Hz. Players use an eight-way joystick and two buttons to steer their bikes and execute actions within the game. The design team behind Clash-Road included M. Yasusi, T. Hidemi, and N. Akina. This arcade title offers a straightforward racing challenge with direct head-to-head competition for up to two players.