The Electric Playground
elecplay.com
"It does have some issues, like the damage modeling, that keep it from being the ultimate hardcore simulation, but as a challenging arcade game this one certainly deserves a test drive."
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[6.9/10] Reviewed by: Joe Fielder. "...an over-the-top racing game more akin to San Francisco Rush..." Includes screenshots, hints, and reader reviews.
GameSpy.com
archive.gamespy.com
[87/100] Reviewed by: Andrew S. Bub. "...not only a great racing game, but it's actually better on the Xbox than anywhere else." Includes screenshots. (Xbox)
Video Game Nutz
vgnutz.com
Screen shots and cheats for the each game in the series.
Cheat Code Central
cheatcc.com
Contains cheat for the game. (Xbox)
Gamezilla
gamezilla.com
"No matter which mode you choose, hours of adrenaline-pumping, white-knuckle racing will be at your fingertips. The developers did a wonderful job of capturing the essence of NASCAR racing." Reviewed by Richie Pattinian with score [89].
NASCAR Heat
us.infogrames.com
Official site. Contains news and information about different platforms of the game.
Ron66racing
hpepsicola.tripod.com
Contains pictures, news, and information.
Phoenix Racing
phoenixracing.tripod.com
A NASCAR3 and NASCAR4 team. Home of the Saturday Night Thunder Racing League. Setups, cars, and message boards.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Coverage of the Windows version. Includes news, review, screen shots, download, and FAQ.
Gaming Age
gaming-age.com
Reviewed by Brian Peterson [Grade: A-]. "Just a few steps short of perfection boys." Includes screen shots. [Xbox]
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Covers the Windows version, including review, preview, news, download, movies, and screen shots.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[5.8/10] Reviewer: Frank Provo. "For first-timers, the game will require familiarity with handling adjustments and...a significant time investment indeed." Includes hints, screenshots, and reader reviews. (PlayStation)
Hilton_K's Web Site
hilton_k.tripod.com
Contains utilities, tracks, and links for NASCAR Racing 3 and NASCAR Racing 4.
GamingWorld X
gamingworldx.com
Preview by: Brian Williams. "With over 70 drivers, 175 authentic car skins, all 23 NASCAR tracks and 11 fantasy, Thunder should be a great game." (Multiplatform)
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[8.1/10] Reviewed by: Amer Ajami. "Its career mode more than makes up for any perceived shortcomings by offering endless hours of play." Includes screenshots, hints, and reader reviews. (Playstation 2)
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Screen shots, cheat codes and review of the Nintendo 64 version.
GamePro.com
gamepro.com
"Until we see how well EA Sports' "NASCAR Thunder 2002" turns out, NASCAR Heat is the stock-car game to beat." Review by Jake the Snake with scores and screen shots.
Simcar.info
simcar.info
Contains cars and replays for download, plus league rules and information, and driving tips for Nascar 2002.
NASCAR '98
epinions.com
Consumer reviews for the Playstation version.
Game Revolution
gamerevolution.com
Reviewed by Johnny Liu [Grade: B]. "The attention to detail, from the realization of 43 cars to the breadth of 23 tracks, should make any NASCAR nut proud." Includes screen shots. [Xbox]
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Coverage of the PlayStation version. Includes review, preview, movies, cheats, FAQ, and screen shots.
GamePro
gamepro.com
Review [4.5/5]. Includes screen shots. [Xbox]
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[5.0/10] Reviewed by: Doug Trueman. "...a dull racing game that doesn't have much going for it." Includes screenshots and reader scores.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[4.0/10] Reviewed by: Shane Satterfield. "...dated graphics and the surprisingly inept gameplay make for a bad combination..." Includes screenshots, hints, and reader reviews. (Gameboy Advance)
GameSpy.com
archive.gamespy.com
[88/100] Reviewed by: Steve Steinberg. "A must for NASCAR fans and a strong recommendation for all racing fans." Includes screenshots. (Xbox)
Armchair Empire
armchairempire.com
[6.5/10] Reviewed by: Doug Flowe. "Overall, Nascar Heat turns out to be just what you'd expect from a racing launch title." (XBox)
Gaming Age
gaming-age.com
"This is easily a title no fan of the sport will want to be without. And it may very well make you a fan in the meantime." Review by Brian Peterson with score [B+]and screen shots.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Covers the PlayStation version. Review, cheat codes, screen shots.
Game Over Online Magazine
game-over.net
Reviewed by Jeff Haynes [88%]. "Racers or gamers that love being behind the wheel will love having this title pull into their console garage." Includes screen shots. [Xbox]
Neoseeker
neoseeker.com
Offers PS2 specific cheats, reviews, screenshots, links, and a discussion board.
Adrenaline Vault
avault.com
[2.5/5] Review with screen shots by Bob Mandel. "...[I]f you are considering buying this release, consider the yellow caution flag to be firmly out there giving you fair warning of problems ahead."
GameSpy.com
pc.gamespy.com
[57/100] Reviewed by: Scott Osborne. "There's no reason to buy this edition of NASCAR Thunder..." Includes screenshots. (PC)
WorthPlaying
worthplaying.com
Review [8/10]. "Unless you’re looking for a good multiplayer romp, this game has almost everything you could want." Includes screen shots. [Xbox]
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Information on the PlayStation version, including review, cheat codes, and screen shots.
IGN - Xbox
xbox.ign.com
Reviewed by Randy Magruder. "In short, the game is simply packed with playing modes and features, all of which look and sound great." [8.5/10]
Computer and Video Games - Grand Prix 4 Preview
computerandvideogames.com
"We've seen it. We've played it. Geoff Crammond's Grand Prix 4 is revving its engine in preparation to take the chequered flag in the summer." Includes and interview with Nick Court and Simon Michael.
NASCAR 99
epinions.com
Consumer reviews for Nintendo 64 version.
Sports Gaming Network - Xbox
sports-gaming.com
Reviewed by James Smith. "The deep career mode is deeper than versions past, and the additional game modes are the icing on the cake." [82/100]
EA Sports - NASCAR 2001
nascar2001.ea.com
Official site, with news, hints, and screenshots.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[7.3/10] Reviewed by: Frank Provo. "Admittedly, more multiplayer and career options would have been nice, but in a game focused directly at fun-seeking race fanatics, what's present is ample enough." Also includes screen shots and reader reviews.
Game Revolution
gr.bolt.com
Xbox cheat codes.
eLook
elook.org
Contains cheats and codes. (Playstation 2)
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[7.9/10] Reviewer: Brad Shoemaker. "...NASCAR fans, even those who played last year's game, will be doing themselves a favor by checking out Thunder 2003." Includes screenshots, hints, and reader reviews. (Playstation 2)
Game Informer
gameinformer.com
Review [8.75/10]. "...[T]his is a game that is strong in almost every department, with something to offer everyone." Includes gameplay movie. [Xbox]
G4TechTV
g4techtv.com
Reviewed by Skyler Miller [4/5]. "...[Y]ou'll find NASCAR Chase for the Cup 2005 to be a deep, engaging racing game that’s also simply a blast to play." Includes screen shots.
GameZone
gamezone.com
[9/10] Review with screen shots by Michael Lafferty. "This is an andrenaline rush."
GameSpy.com
archive.gamespy.com
[88/100] Reviewed by: Shane Satterfield. "Even non-NASACAR fans should take this addictive racer for a spin." Includes screenshots. (Gamecube)
NASCAR '99
epinions.com
Consumer reviews for Playstation version.
EA Sports
easports.com
Official site. Contains information for all platforms.
Neoseeker NASCAR 2001 resources
neoseeker.com
Offers cheats, screenshots, reviews, and a discussion board.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[9.0/10] Reviewed by: Stephen Poole. "...the only game for nostalgic NASCAR fans to turn to." Includes screenshots and reader scores.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Review, preview, movies, cheat codes, and screen shots for the PlayStation version.
F1GP Track Editor Project
aster.fsnet.co.uk
Information on editing the F1GP tracks for the PC
Team Xbox
reviews.teamxbox.com
Reviewed by Steve Barton [8.3/10]. "No matter what kind of racing fan you are, you’ll discover at least one aspect of this title that grabs a hold of you." Includes screen shots.
GamerFeed
microsoft.gamerfeed.com
Reviewed by Robert Workman [4/5]. "The most exciting game you will ever play that features driving in circles." Includes screen shots. [Xbox]
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[8.1/10] Reviewed by: Amer Ajami. "...a sound NASCAR simulation with one of the most robust career modes of any driving game..." Includes screenshots, hints, and reader reviews. (Gamecube)
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[8.1/10] Reviewer: Brad Shoemaker. "...a well-made, polished, and thoroughly playable game..." Includes screenshots, hints, and reader reviews. (Gamecube)
eLook
elook.org
Contains cheats and codes. (Gamecube)
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Covers the Saturn version, including review, cheat codes, and screen shots.
eLook
elook.org
Contains cheats and codes. (Xbox)
GameSpy.com
archive.gamespy.com
[81/100] Reviewer: Steve Steinberg. "A bold and reasonably successful attempt to capture the total NASCAR experience." Includes screenshots. (Gamecube)
GameSpy.com
archive.gamespy.com
[85/100] Reviewed by: Kevin Murphy. "...highly enjoyable and amazingly deep." Includes screenshots. (Playstation 2)
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[7.8/10] Reviewed by: Trevor Rivers. "...a good NASCAR game that will appeal to both the hard-core fans...and the borderline fans..." Includes screenshots, hints, and reader reviews. (Playstation 2)
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[8.8/10] Reviewed by: Frank Provo. "...the game will appeal to a wide range of NASCAR fans." Includes hints, screenshots, and reader reviews. (Xbox)
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Offers review, preview, news, movies, screen shots, and cheat codes for the PlayStation 2 version.
Game Revolution
gamerevolution.com
"While it is to some degree better than "Nascar 2001," in many ways it is almost the same game (aside from the new foil cover). It features the same oval tracks, same types of cars and the same types of options." Reviewed by Chris G with score [B-].
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Game Boy Color review and screen shots.
The Adrenaline Vault
avault.com
[1.5/5] Reviewed by: Bob Mandel. "... this offering has a pace that could only be described as most appealing to grandparents in rocking chairs." Includes screenshots.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[8.1/10] Reviewer: Brad Shoemaker. "...an impressive update to last year's game." Includes screenshots, hints, and reader reviews. (Xbox)
eLook
elook.org
Contains cheats and codes. (Playstation 2)
The Sports Gaming Network
sports-gaming.com
"If you can handle the twitchy racing style of the expert mode, the tuning options are numerous. The game features a good damage model, and the support of the Logitech force feedback wheel adds to the realism of the game." Review by James Smith with screen shots and scores.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[8.8/10] Reviewed by: Frank Provo. "It's as close as you can get to the real thing..." Includes screenshots, hints, and reader reviews. (Playstation 2)
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[7.5/10] Reviewed by: Gord Goble. "...the best thing going for fans of an authentic NASCAR experience." Includes hints, screenshots, downloads, and reader reviews. (PC)
IGN
cheats.ign.com
Xbox cheat codes.
The Adrenaline Vault
avault.com
[4/5] Reviewed by: Bob Mandel. "... while lacking innovation, solidifies for the time being Sierra and Papyrus' position as king of the NASCAR hill." Includes screenshots.
GamePro
gamepro.com
Review [4/5]. "This NASCAR series got a whole lot better this season." Includes screen shots. [Xbox]
Amiga Formula One
amigaf1.co.uk
Information about the Amiga version of F1GP, including add-ons, troubleshooting and music.
GameSpy.com
xbox.gamespy.com
Review by David Chapman [4/5]. "EA's latest entry finally shows that there's more to NASCAR than left turns." Includes screen shots. [Xbox]
Game Revolution
gamerevolution.com
Contains game shark codes. (PlayStation 2)
GameAxis
gameaxis.com
[7.5/10] Reviewed by: Adrian Lim. "For gamers who want a fresh driving game with cars that handle predictably and with enough variety to keep you playing for a long time..." (PC)
Adrenaline Vault
avault.com
[4/5] Review with screen shots by Bob Mandel. "...[T]he racing experience really is fun for just about anyone who picks it up."
Nascar Sim
geocities.com
Downloads and news for Sierra's racing title.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Includes review, cheat codes, and screen shots for the PlayStation version.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Includes review, cheat codes, and screen shots for the Nintendo 64 version.
Game Industry News
gameindustry.com
Previewed by Matt McCartney. "I normally only moderately enjoy racing games, BUT this game is outstanding."
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Review, preview, news, and screen shots covering the Game Boy Color version.
Games Domain
gamesdomain.yahoo.com
Reviewed by Tim Stevens [8/10]. "...[M]ore than worth the price of admission." Includes screen shots and video trailers.
NASCAR 2000
epinions.com
Consumer reviews for Playstation version.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[7.6/10] Reviewed by: Shahed Ahmed. "...comes off as a highly realistic replica of stock-car racing." Includes hints, screenshots, and reader reviews. (Xbox)
Team Xbox
reviews.teamxbox.com
Reviewed by Dale Nardozzi [8.7/10]. "NASCAR fans should pick this one up stat, and even those uninterested in NASCAR should check it out- there’s enough variety in chassis types and modes to keep racing game nuts curious." Includes screen shots. [Xbox]
Adrenaline Vault
avault.com
Cheat codes.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[4.1/10] Reviewed by: Stephen Poole. "...is perfect - perfectly wretched, that is." Includes screenshots and reader reviews.
NASCAR 2000
epinions.com
Consumer reviews for Nintendo 64 version.
GamePro
gamepro.com
Cheat codes for Xbox.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[8.2/10] Reviewed by: Frank Provo. "...for realism buffs and purists, NASCAR Thunder 2002 is where it's at." Includes hints, screenshots, and reader reviews. (PlayStation 2)
GameSpy.com
ps2.gamespy.com
[4/5] Reviewed by: Jeremy Althof. "...solid gameplay and a cool new grudges and alliances mode." Includes screenshots. (Playstation 2)
Xbox Exclusive
xboxexclusive.com
Reviewed by Pete Calderwood [8.8/10]. "NASCAR Thunder 2002 on the Xbox is the overall best looking, sounding, and playing NASCAR game to date, for any gaming system." Includes screen shots and gameplay movies.
Sports Gaming Network
sports-gaming.com
Reviewed by James Smith [82/100]. "It's the best-looking NASCAR racer on any of the next generation consoles...The AI is solid most of the time, but there are instances where you get clipped for no known reason." Includes screen shots. [Xbox]
Cheat Code Central
cheatcc.com
Cheat codes for Xbox.
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[8.0/10] Reviewer: Shahed Ahmed. "...its gameplay will appeal to a wide range of racing fans." Includes screenshots, hints, and reader reviews. (Xbox)
eLook
elook.org
Offers cheats and codes. (Xbox)
Cincinnati.com
cincinnati.com
[4/5] Reviewed by: Matt Garton. "...a must-have game for serious fans of the sport." (Multiplatform)
GameZone.com
gamezone.com
[9/10] Reviewed by: Ovaldog. "This game is a true joy to play." Includes screenshots. (PC)
GameSpot
gamespot.com
[5.1/10] Reviewer: Brad Shoemaker. "...a sparse and unentertaining racing experience." Includes screenshots, hints, downloads, and reader reviews. (PC)
eLook
elook.org
Contains cheats and codes. (Playstation 2)
eLook
elook.org
Contains cheats and codes. (Gamecube)
EA Sports
easports.com
Official site. Features, screen shots, interviews, movies, music, download, forums.
GameSpy.com
pc.gamespy.com
[4/5] Reviewed by: Scott Osborne. "...NASCAR Thunder 2004 does so many things right that it's hard to complain about and easy to love." Includes screenshots. (PC)
Gaming World X
gamingworldx.com
Reviewed by Brendon Hivner [8.7/10]. "This game could last a hardcore fan ages; well into the next year and beyond." With screen shots. [Xbox]
GameSpot
gamespot.com
Reviewed by Frank Provo [8.8/10]. Features screen shots, gameplay movies, cheats, and FAQs. [Xbox]
GameSpy.com
xbox.gamespy.com
[4/5] Reviewed by: Jeremy Althof. "...rock solid from bumper to bumper." Includes screenshots. (Xbox)
Next Level Gaming
nlgaming.com
Reviewed by Sean Foster. "Chase for the Cup is without a doubt one of the best racing titles of 2004." Includes screen shots. [Scores: PlayStation 2 - 90/100 ; Xbox - 93/100]
Operation Sports
operationsports.com
Reviewed by Terry Crouch [4/5]. "I think you might be surprised at how much there is to do in a game of a somewhat straightforward series." Includes screen shots. [Xbox]