- Publisher: Atari
- Release Date: Nov 11, 2002
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GameProCompared to D2D, "Thunder's" cars don't handle as smoothly and its Career mode is heavy on complexity and short on fun. [Dec 2002, p.194]
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Cheat Code CentralI'm sold - give this game the checkered flag.
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Game InformerThe Caraeer mode's progression of cars (including the Craftsman Truck series) is a brilliant idea that provides a lifetime of racing. [Nov 2002, p.128]
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Perhaps the most detailed, heavily modifiable NASCAR game on the market.
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A sound NASCAR simulation with one of the most robust career modes of any driving game to date.
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PSM MagazineSubstance over style is the philosophy behind this game. [Holiday 2002, p.54]
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The thrill of careening around turns surrounded by dozens of competitors? Check. A great simulation of the long road to victory? Check. Spectacularly destructive wipeouts? Check, just no fire.
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Electronic Gaming MonthlyA huge improvement over last year's "Heat," but still not good enough to quiet EA's "Thunder." [Dec 2002, p.204]
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In the end yours truly would rather park his limited NASCAR interest in Tiburon’s garage than Monster Games'.
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Official U.S. Playstation MagazineWhen it comes down to it, all four car types feel floaty - you never really feel attached to the ground. [Dec 2002, p.164]
Awards & Rankings
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#79 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002
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#48 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2002
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User score distribution:
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Positive: 22 out of 26
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Mixed: 1 out of 26
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Negative: 3 out of 26
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May 25, 2023An authentic NASCAR experience that truly captured the essence of all aspects of the sport.
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