GTI Club: Rally Cote D'Azur (ver EAA)

Race through the picturesque French Riviera in Konami’s GTI Club: Rally Cote D'Azur, a driving game released in 1996. Players take control of one of five rally cars – including familiar models like the Mini Cooper and Renault 5 Alpine Turbo - navigating a single, winding town track with steep hills and sharp corners. The game offers three distinct course variations, ranging from a standard layout to mirrored and shortcut-filled alternatives, each increasing in difficulty. Mastering the handbrake is key to success; skillful use allows for tight turns and helps drivers reach timed checkpoints to overtake rivals. While all four standard vehicles offer similar handling characteristics, selecting the super-car provides an advantage through increased acceleration. The game presents a focused driving challenge within a limited environment, demanding precision and quick reflexes to achieve victory. A unique hidden feature lets players race as a dog by manipulating the gearshift; a trick that adds a touch of playful novelty to the arcade experience. GTI Club: Rally Cote D'Azur marks the first entry in a series of driving games featuring Konami’s rally-style gameplay.