International Track & Field
Release Date: May 31, 1996
Sports, the Olympics, arcade elements, splitscreen, multiplayer, singleplayer, hot seat
The first installment of the sports game series, which was released on PlayStation 1 and uses 3D graphics. Production allows players to test themselves in eleven sports disciplines. Each of them was presented in a skillful manner.
The next installment of the series of sports games from Konami, which was launched on arcade machines in 1984. International Track & Field is the first installment to use 3D graphics.
Mechanics
The devs have prepared eleven sports disciplines, in which up to four players can test their dexterity, endurance, and reflexes. Each of the competitions is based on easy to learn but difficult to master mechanics using three buttons - two for power-up and one for action. On these principles, the competition takes place in 100-metre and 110-metre hurdle dash, 100-metre freestyle swimming, hammer, javelin and disc throw, long jumping, high and pole jumping, as well as triple jumping and ball pushing. In most disciplines, it is up to the players to press the two buttons alternately as quickly as possible, and then press the third button on the controller at the ideal time and long enough.
Technical aspects
International Track & Field is the first installment of the series that uses 3D graphics. Although the game does not use an official license, it is quite successful in building the atmosphere of Olympic competition. The title uses a dedicated multitap, enabling four players to play at the same time.
Last updated on March 16, 2020
International Track & Field Summary
Platforms:
PlayStation 1
