Overview

‘Vette!’ is a classic driving simulation video game released in 1989, developed by Sphere, Inc. Set in the iconic city of San Francisco, the game allows players to take control of a Corvette and navigate through the city’s winding roads and steep hills.

Gameplay

The game offers an open-world experience with a focus on real-life driving dynamics, allowing players to explore and race freely. It features a sort of search-and-destroy mission where players must find and destroy enemy vehicles scattered throughout the city. The game is known for its detailed representation of San Francisco’s topography, including famous landmarks and the challenging terrain.

Graphics and Technical Features

For its time, ‘Vette!’ was noted for its graphics, which attempted a 3D perspective, offering a then-impressive visual experience. It also provided players with a choice of different camera angles, enhancing the driving simulation aspect. The game included realistic vehicle handling and physics, contributing to its simulation feel.

Legacy

Though not widely discussed in the modern gaming community, ‘Vette!’ holds a place in early driving simulation history for its ambitious attempt to bring the real world into gaming simulations. It laid groundwork for future city-based driving simulators, pushing the boundaries of what was technically achievable during its time.

Additional Notes

The game’s representation of the city and the freedom given to the player were considered groundbreaking at the time of release. Despite not garnering major mainstream success, it maintains a cult following among retro gaming enthusiasts. The game is remembered for its innovation and as a forerunner in open-world vehicular gameplay.