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Top Gear 2

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Also known as
Top Racer 2 トップレーサー2

Race across 16 countries, upgrade your car, and compete in four-race championships to progress.

Top Gear 2 was released for the Sega Genesis in 1993, the same year as its original release on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System.

About Top Gear 2

Top Gear 2 is a third-person racing title sharing visual and stylistic similarities with the Lotus series. The competition spans 16 global locations, with each hosting a four-race mini-championship. Real-world track layouts are featured, though they are placed in geographically inconsistent settings.

Progress requires finishing within the top 10 positions against 19 rivals. The top six finishers earn championship points and corresponding monetary rewards. This currency funds vehicle upgrades, including engines, tires for different conditions, shock absorbers, and gearboxes. An efficient strategy involves purchasing the best components early, as incremental upgrades offer no cost savings.

Each race provides a limited nitro boost, with additional power-ups like extra nitro, money, and speed tokens available on track. The circuits also contain various environmental hazards. Winning a full four-race championship grants a password to continue, making the progression challenging.

Top Gear 2 Screenshots

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Title screen
Main menu
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Track description
Engines
Gears
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Ayers Rock track
Racing at night at top speed may be dangerous