Red Asphalt is a racing game that was released for the PlayStation in January 1998. Technically, it is a direct sequel to Rock 'n Roll Racing which was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993. Taken on its own, Red Asphalt is a decent game. However, as a sequel to Rock 'n Roll Racing, it is somewhat of a disappointment.
The problem with Red Asphalt isn't that it is a bad game, it's just a completely different type of game than the original. The original was an excellent game and played kind of like a more advanced R.C. Pro Am and had a similar overhead perspective. Red Asphalt went in a completely different direction and was more of a clone of Wipeout XL. T
If you like racing games, particularly Wipeout style racing games, then this one is worth a shot. However, do yourself a favor and definitely try the original Rock 'n Roll Racing as it is a much better game. To the best of my knowledge, Red Asphalt has not been re-released so you will have to track down an original or use emulation to play it.
The ad above is from the October 1997 issue of PSM.
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