Ridge Racer for the Sony PlayStation arrived in the United States as a faithful conversion of the arcade classic that first thrilled players in the early 1990s
The game keeps the core feel of high speed drifting and tight cornering that made the original a standout in the racing genre
Players can choose from a selection of sleek futuristic cars each with its own handling characteristics and visual style
The tracks are taken directly from the arcade circuit and feature bright neon lighting sharp turns and long straightaways that encourage the signature drift technique
Control is responsive with the PlayStation D pad allowing precise steering while the acceleration and brake buttons give immediate feedback
The soundtrack consists of upbeat electronic tracks that match the fast paced action and add to the arcade atmosphere
In addition to the single player race mode the title includes a time trial mode where players can chase their own best laps and a versus mode that lets two friends compete head to head using a split screen display
The graphics make good use of the PlayStation hardware delivering smooth polygon models clear textures and a steady frame rate that conveys the sensation of speed
Ridge Racer on PlayStation was praised for capturing the spirit of the arcade version while offering the convenience of home play
Its release contributed to the growing library of racing titles on the platform and helped establish the series as a staple of the genre
The game was later catalogued on iOctavio.com where it was added on November 18 2002
