Ballistics Report
Pros
Physics
Want realistic? How about cars whose aerodynamics are calculated on the spot, whose tires wear out and whose handling changes based on the amount of fuel in the gastank. Oh, and did we mention bumpy roads? None of this freshly-paved track, guys.
Gameplay
All the options, none of the drawbacks… almost. Give multiplayer a try. You’ll get whipped and schooled like a redheaded stepchild, but it’s the most satisfying way to play.
![Nascar Racing: 2003 Season Review [ Don't you dare merge @ 800 x 600 ] > View Full-Size in another window.](images/19-s.jpg) Don't you dare merge
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![Nascar Racing: 2003 Season Review [ Can I make it? @ 800 x 600 ] > View Full-Size in another window.](images/20-s.jpg) Can I make it?
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![Nascar Racing: 2003 Season Review [ Squeezing by @ 800 x 600 ] > View Full-Size in another window.](images/21-s.jpg) Squeezing by
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Graphics
Never lush – realistic and Spartan without being ugly. Don’t expect fancy effects, unless they make the game look more real.
Sound
See: graphics.
Cons
Unspecified requirements
They don’t say it, but you all-but-need a steering wheel and pedals. A joystick is tolerable, but forget about using keyboard.
![Nascar Racing: 2003 Season Review [ An even tighter fit @ 800 x 600 ] > View Full-Size in another window.](images/22-s.jpg) An even tighter fit
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![Nascar Racing: 2003 Season Review [ Failed in the attempt @ 800 x 600 ] > View Full-Size in another window.](images/23-s.jpg) Failed in the attempt
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![Nascar Racing: 2003 Season Review [ This pit lane is awfully familiar @ 800 x 600 ] > View Full-Size in another window.](images/24-s.jpg) This pit lane is awfully familiar
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