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Power Drive

Review

This arcade rally racer challenges you to master powerslides across 8 global stages, earning prize money to repair your car.

Power Drive was developed by Rage Software and published by U.S. Gold. The DOS version was released in 1994, the same year as the original game's debut on other platforms such as the Amiga and Sega Genesis.


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About Power Drive

Power Drive is a rally racing title for DOS that emphasizes arcade style handling. Its loose steering model allows for dramatic powerslides and handbrake maneuvers during competition.

Financial management is part of the experience, as prize money earned from victories is needed to pay for vehicle repairs. The game's eight rounds take players through international locations from Sweden to Kenya.

Events are not limited to a single format, incorporating time trials, direct races against computer opponents, and various skill based tests. This variety contributes to a challenging progression across its different stages.

Power Drive Screenshots

9 images
Title screen/Main menu
Buying a car.
The upcoming race
Qualifier begins.
Wiping out early.
Fixing up my car.
This landing is not gonna be good.
Good stuff I won!
Racing in the rain.