This looked ancient enough on its debut five-and-a-half year ago.

Abysmal graphics include jerky track scrolling and a pathetic backdrop.

With no two-player option, the eight-car races are deadly dull, especially as they're run at a snail's pace.

Things aren't improved by a 'damage' screen appearing when you crash: you have to move a cursor to highlight car components and reduce their damage within a time limit.