High Way Race

High Way Race challenges players to navigate varied landscapes in this 1983 driving game from Taito. Two racers compete alternately, guiding their vehicles through four distinct courses representing Asia, America, Africa, and Europe. The gameplay focuses on strategic positioning and timing rather than direct control; the car accelerates automatically, and the joystick primarily dictates left or right movement. Success in High Way Race hinges on mastering jumps across platforms and managing fuel consumption. Players must carefully time their jumps to reach designated landing zones, with distances indicated by markers along the road. Refueling is accomplished by strategically positioning your vehicle near passing fuel trucks. Beyond the core racing elements, players encounter “reckless drivers” that can be avoided by braking at opportune moments. Failure occurs either when the car runs out of fuel or if a jump attempt misses its mark, bringing an end to the race.