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Classic Computer Games - Road Rash

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The trans-state motorcycle racing game Road Rash was very successful on the Sega Mega Drive and was a popular game across many other game systems.  This type of game has an endless appeal and the basic game style will appeal to most modern video gamers. I think that motorcycle enthusiasts and the " Grand Theft Auto " generation would still find a certain charm in its enduring content. With online competition and a gripping multi player mode, this would be a great hit with today's current players. In the second game of the series,  Road Rash 2  (which I personally preferred )The racing took place in through much of the United States. One of the major changes that I can recall from the original was that the races could only be won by placing first, second, or third in each race. ( In the first game, it would still allow you a placing by finishing in fourth). After all five tracks were won, the player would advance to the next level, where more money was at stake...