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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

This racing sequel features 64 tracks, car upgrades, and weather effects for a challenging endurance test.

Top Gear 2 was released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1993, which is the earliest commercial release of this game version on that platform and also the original release year for the game.

About Top Gear 2

Top Gear 2 is a third-person racing title sharing visual and stylistic similarities with the Lotus series. The game's structure involves progressing through a global tour of 16 countries, with each location hosting a four-race mini-championship. Success in these events is challenging, as players must finish within the top 10 positions against 19 competitors to advance.

Points and prize money are awarded to the top six finishers, with the funds used to purchase vehicle upgrades. These improvements cover engine performance, tire types for different conditions, shock absorbers, and gearboxes. An efficient strategy is to acquire the most expensive parts early, as the upgrade system offers no cost savings for incremental purchases.

Race tracks blend real-world circuit layouts with unusual geographical settings, such as Monza appearing at Ayers Rock. During races, players manage a limited nitro boost supply, which can be supplemented by collectible power-ups found on the track. The environment presents various obstacles including puddles, barriers, and ramps. Winning a full four-race championship provides the password needed to continue the game.

Top Gear 2 Screenshots

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Title screen
Title screen (Japanese version)
The country selection screen allows you to continue a previous game
The password system. Insert the correct sequence and go race!
This mode select screen adjust your preferences to the race.
Select your car color and other parts in this menu. Total customization!
The pilot will say this and other phrases when boost will be gone off.
Depending of the position, more money you acquire. Good luck, driver!
This table shows the best qualified pilots.
Other challenging race is close to start!
Declivities are excellent places to get a good speed increase.
You can get nitro on some tracks, only find some squares with a