Test Drive

December 31, 1987 Distinctive Software Accolade
Racing Simulator Arcade
C64 Atari-ST DOS Amiga Apple][
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After you choose a car, you have to drive as fast as possible without crash and without getting caught by the cops. You are equipped with the radar detector so you are informed about the approaching trouble.
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Game Info

Release Date December 31, 1987
Developer Distinctive Software
Publisher Accolade
Game Modes Single player
Perspective First person
Themes Action, Non-fiction