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Track & Field

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Also known as
Hyper Olympic Track & Field GB ハイパーオリンピックシリーズ トラック&フィールドGB

Manage training to master ten decathlon events and qualify for the competition.

Track & Field for Game Boy was released in 1999 as Hyper Olympic Track & Field GB in Japan and later in North America. The original arcade game was released in 1983.


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Released
1999
Original release
1983
Genre
Perspective
Behind view, Side view
Visual
2D scrolling
Size
91.23 KB
Rating
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About Track & Field

Track & Field for the Game Boy centers on a Hyper College student aiming to qualify for the Decathlon. The player manages a weekly training schedule, selecting from ten standard decathlon events to practice across six days.

Athletic performance is tied to three core attributes: running, jumping, and throwing. These can be improved through successful practice, but the player must also monitor conditions like stress and fatigue that can hinder results. The schedule allows for rest days, and Sundays offer a break with non-sport activities.

Progress is challenging, as it requires meeting specific performance goals across the events. The player begins by creating a custom profile and utilizes a training aid system called MOTAS to structure their regimen.