NASCAR Thunder returns to Xbox with all 23 authentic Winston Cup venues and 11 new fantasy tracks. The Career mode features a redesigned interface as players strive to develop relationships with sponsors, crews, and research teams during a span of 20 years. Aggressive drivers will no longer be tolerated in the game, with computer opponents aiming for retaliation if players cut them off or brush against them during the heat of the race. The consequences of wrecks are also more apparent in this version, as errant cars flip, ricochet, and bounce back into the field of play before bursting into flames.
Returning game modes include the NASCAR Thunder Speed Zone, where players practice their technique in a series of mini-games testing skills such as passing, drafting, holding, and more. Also available is the Lightning Challenge hosted by Michael Waltrip, which features a new lineup of 40 challenges taken from the 2002 season with authentic radio calls of each race as recorded by the Motor Racing Network. Thunder License features video tips from various NASCAR professionals on how to approach each of the 23 real-life tracks featured in the game.
To increase replay value, the developers once again included more than 100 collectible Thunder Plates, which allow players to unlock special bonuses by winning events and completing challenges. These bonuses include hidden drivers, tracks, paint schemes, and video footage. A total of 60 events are available to race through in the game, including night races, all-star events, and more as players compete amidst a full field of 43 vehicles vying for a first-place finish.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
EA SPORTS
UPC
0014633146486
eBay Product ID (ePID)
10909
Product Key Features
Rating
E-Everyone
Genre
Racing
Video Game Series
Nascar Thunder Series
Platform
Microsoft Xbox
Game Name
Nascar Thunder 2004
Additional Product Features
Release Year
2003
Number of Players
1-4
Country/Region of Manufacture
USA
Control Elements
Gamepad/Joystick
Ptname
Video Games
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