Play Test Drive II - The Duel (USA, Europe) Online

Test Drive II: The Duel came out for the Sega Genesis in 1989, published by Accolade. It was part of that early wave of racing games on the system, sitting alongside titles that were still figuring out how to translate the thrill of speed onto a home console. You got a selection of real cars, like the Ferrari F40 and Lamborghini Countach, which felt like a big deal at the time.

You control one of these supercars, racing against a single opponent on point to point mountain roads. The main goal is straightforward: finish the course before your rival does. The game uses a first person perspective from inside the cockpit, and you have to manage your speed carefully on the narrow, winding tracks; brake too late and you will spin out or crash. There is a manual transmission option for players who want more control. The difficulty is unforgiving, with tight turns and minimal room for error. It feels tense and demanding, especially when you are fighting to keep the car on the road while trying to pull ahead.