Today is going to be extra special, because I'm looking at the top five outfits in Road Spirits, a racing game by Arc System Works for the PC Engine CD. This Outrun-like boasts an impressive-sounding 17 races that take place all across the globe. From the West Coast to Key West to Easter Island, you're a rad racer trying to outrun the clock. Succeed, and a cute young lady will encourage you to challenge the next track. Fail, and who am I kidding? Anyone with enough driving experience to hold down the accelerator during straightaways and release it slightly while turning is going to do just fine.
I don't want to sell this game too short, because it runs and plays quite nicely. There's also a tinge of depth in handling curves. Too much gas can cause a spin-out. Getting the right balance between letting off the accelerator and tapping the brake is what leads to world records. However, each stage takes about three minutes to complete, and visuals aside, there's very little that sets them apart from each other. Also, unlike Outrunners or similar arcade racers, the incentives to use manual transmission - such as better acceleration and higher top speed - are either nonexistent or not pronounced enough. Progress between races is saved, so take breaks between races to avoid burnout.
On the plus side, the soundtrack is composed by none other than Katsuhiro Hayashi, whose legendary works include Quartet, Galaxy Force 2, and so much more. He did a superb job here, crafting some pieces that are so good they'll increase your maximum health. It's exactly like picking up a life container. However, my advice is to listen to the OST while driving in the real world. Road Spirits tends to drown out the music with engine noise and squealing tires. For all the food delivery drivers out there, I recommend throwing this on while driving through a quiet neighborhood, especially if it's raining.
Now let's get on with the fashion show!
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| #5 |
I just love the color of the dress! It dances on the very thin line between blue and purple, creating a striking image that contrasts well with the frills and top. The hair is also very nice, though I really think some neckwear would've given this look a serious spark. Even something as simple as a beaded necklace would've been perfect. Still. It's quite nice.
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| #4 |
Let me just say it right now that I die for layers. The coat, its trim, all good. Sure, I'm not 100% sold on the color combination, but everything else works just fine.
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| #3 |
Yes! This is what I'm talking about! Look at that eye-catching belt buckle! The minimalist necklace is brilliantly executed. And she absolutely kills it with the red coat and black shirt No survivors.
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| #2 |
Sometimes, you just have to dress simple and let the accessories work their magic. Earrings, wristwatch, the hat; stellar!
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| #1 |
Now this? This is everything. The long vanilla coat with the gloves and the hat totally blew me away. Again, it's the layers striking my weakness with a critical hit.
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