With that thought, Accolade took the worst racing game of 1999, improved the graphics, added a bit of creativity to the courses, strapped on a rewards-based upgrade structure and then held a party. Too bad all the fun people stayed at home. Off-Road 3 gives players the opportunity to let loose with some of the most enjoyable cars on the road. Each base-model vehicle can be upgraded with the addition of higher horsepower engines, enhanced suspension and tires. These upgrades are purchased with earnings won from competing in the World Cup challenge.
Money is earned by winning races and finishing high in the final standings of a Tour.
Players can plow the money back into their vehicle via upgrades or purchase a better vehicle outright. Though higher-end cars are effectively locked at the beginning of the game, a player is free to pursue a dream and skip over the less interesting cars. Players can now upgrade their car into extreme machines. Off-Road 3 show a creativity and attention to detail that I never expected. Eleven courses traverse a range of environments, including Yosemite, Mt. Fuji, the Canadian Rockies and New York City.