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Super GT FAQ for Beginners By Mark Kim Version 3.0 Last Update: 3December97 Release Date: 3December97 Driving games, no matter what platform, has always been Sega's specialty. From the classic driving hit Turbo, to the deluxe cabinet revolution of Hang-On and Out Run, to the technological wonders of Virtua Racing, to the vicious life-like entertainment of Daytona USA, Indy 500, and Manx TT Superbike, the name Sega has always been synonymous with Racing. Now Yu Suzuki brings us the most expensive racing game ever yet: Super GT. Produced under the supervision of the BPR Racing Organization and promoted by many well-known companies around the world (such as Porsche and Elf), Super GT has became the exotic art of all Yu Suzuki efforts. Super GT features four expensive cars, Model 3 Power, real-time audio, and the VR buttons shared with Daytona USA and Virtua Racing. Hiroko Hamano puts the icing in its cake with life-like audio and music. Moving at 60fps, Super GT has no equal. Newer versions of this FAQ can be picked up at my website located at http://verasnaship.simplenet.com/text, which is my FAQ Archive site. Because Super GT was expensive to produce, it was necessary for Yu Suzuki to use ads during the game. For example, you will see "Elf" on the Porsche 911. Ads do help cover the expenses incurred through the game. I hope this FAQ will help cover the troublesome spots in the game. Originally, Super GT was supposed to be released as Daytona USA 2. However, the use of International sport cars instead of American Stock Cars has compelled Sega to think twice before calling it Scud Race/Super GT. Also, Yu Suzuki developed this game under supervision of the BPR org., thus creating a brand new racer utilizing new sport cars. If you have any fixes or changes for this faq, please e-mail me at verasnaship@earthling.net. Your help is needed to complete this strategy list!!! If you are a gamer who frequents home systems, Super GT won't reach the home market. Sony has beaten Sega for the rights to use the Porsche Car for a home video game, so Super GT will stay in the arcades. Notice: This FAQ can be used for personal and commercial use as long as the contents are untouched, unaltered, untampered, or unpirated. It can only be redistributed in its entirely original format. DISCLAIMER: THIS FAQ WAS CREATED BY MARK KIM TO COMPLY WITH ALL INTERNATIONAL COPYRIGHT LAWS AND TREATIES, WITH THE ADDITION OF UNITED STATES CODE 107. IF YOU, FOR ANY REASON, MUST FIND ANYTHING COPYRIGHTED IN THIS MATERIAL, PLEASE E-MAIL ME AT VERASNASHIP@EARTHLING.NET IMMEDIATELY AND I WILL REMOVE IT RIGHT AWAY. BE SURE TO USE COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT AS YOUR SUBJECT. Super GT, the tracks, and all Super GT-related material are registered trademarks and copyrights of Sega, LTD. Produced under the supervision of the BPR organization. Used with permission. Porsche 911 is a trademark and copyright of Porsche Cars, Ltd. All Right Reserved. Ferrari F40 is a trademark and copyright of Ferrari Cars, Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Dodge, Dodge Viper, and all Dodge Cars are trademarks and copyrights of the Chrysler Motor Corporation. All Rights Reserved. McLaren F1 is a trademark and copyright of McLaren Cars, Ltd. All Rights Reserved. ============================================================================= WHAT'S NEW? - Fixed my disclaimer - Added chassises for the Ferrari F40 and Dodge Viper ============================================================================= CONTENTS - Game Basics - Viewpoints - The Cars - Dolphin Tunnel - Twilight Airport - Mystery Ruins - Classic Castle - References - How to mirror my FAQ - How to suggest any fixes - Credits ============================================================================= BASICS Braking: You may think that you must use one foot in order to brake and throttle. This is false in Super GT. In order to drive efficiently, rest your left foot on the brake, and place your right foot on the accelerator. This way, you can throttle while braking. However, in certain instances, you should not try to brake without releasing the pedal first. If possible, then you can apply the right amount of brake, then turn the wheel, throttle up, and turn the wheel at the opposite direction. Be careful when you do this because you may have to deal with a spinout. I recommend that you use the brake while throttling your first couple of times, and as your skills rise, powerslide. Shifting: You must know when to shift in Super GT. If you use Manual, it's important to see the redline on the top-middle of the screen. When you reach the redline, shift up. However, when you want to change gears to slow down around corners, you should not downshift right away or you will lose control. Never shift too early or you will lose speed. Therefore, when you go around a hairpin, you should either release the pedal or hit the brake hard, then downshift to the desired gear. You may have to deal with sliding so be ready to countersteer. Grass: Your worst enemy in Super GT is not the time limit, it's the patches of grass strewn throughout the course. If for any reason you touch the grass during the race, you will lose speed and you will also lose control, and eventually you will spin-out. It's important not to touch the grass as you are cutting the corners or powersliding. Powersliding: I would not prefer sliding on your first few attempts, since the nature of the slide will throw you out of control. If you want to slide, then you reduce your speed to a reasonable measure, release the pedal a little bit, bank the car to the direction you want to drift, hit the pedal hard, then as you slide, you must counterbank the car IMMEDIATELY (bank AGAINST the direction your car is fishtailing). While sliding, it's best to go half- throttle, since you may be thrown off after the slide. Once the squealing of the tires silences, try to keep the car floored on the straight line while going full throttle once again. Real Players Only: To play a Time Lap or Real Players Only game, hold the start button while deciding on the drivetrain. Real Players Only can only be activated when all players select it. ============================================================================= VIEWPOINTS Like Daytona USA and Virtua Racing, you can use the four VR buttons to change your views during gameplay. You can either view the action inside the car, inside the car with the hood, above the car, or above the car wide. ============================================================================= THE CARS Super GT features four different cars Porsche 911: (Top Speed: 210 AT, 215 MT) The Porsche 911 is the easiest car to use in the game. It's small wheelbase has the best handling and stability in the game, but falls short in overall ratings. You won't get the fastest lap with the Porsche, but it's necessary to use if you want to master courses such as the Classic Castle Course, where the focus is concentrated on driving competency. Though the grip makes it difficult to drift around bad turns, the Porsche won't spin out too much during powerslides. This is a beginner's car. ============================================================================= Ferrari F40 Engine: DOHC 32V 90Degree V8 Turbo Displacement(ci/cc): 367/2936 Horsepower: 478@7000rpm Torque (Approximate): 340@6000rpm Drivetrain: 5-speed ZF Manual Ratio: 7.8:1 Curb Weight: 1100kg Top Speed, Real Life: 324kmh Top Speeds, Super GT: 217mph AT, 224mph MT Source: http://www.ferrari.com ============================================================================= The Ferrari F40 is no longer in production (replaced by the F50), but the car is still worth looking at. After all, the F40 provides a good balance of speed and handling, but your countersteer time must increase because the long wheelbase makes it possible to throw you out of control. Despite the long wheelbase, sliding is acceptable to utilize by the expert driver. Once you have mastered the art of drifting in Super GT, then choose the F40. The balance of Speed and Handling makes the Ferrari suitable for all courses. ============================================================================= Dodge Viper RT-10 Engine: OHV 20V V-10 with SMPI Displacement(liters): 8.0 Horsepower: 450@5200rpm Torque: 490@3700rpm Drivetrain: 6-speed Manual Ratio: Unknown Curb Weight: Unknown Top Speed, Real Life: 170mph Top Speeds, Super GT: 211mph AT, 218mph MT Source: http://www.4adodge.com ============================================================================= Arguably Detroit's proudest creation yet, the Dodge Viper has the most torque in the game. This gives the Viper great acceleration and crisp speed recovery from heavy turns. Handling is surprising good, but top-speed and stability leaves a lot to be desired. You should use the Viper at Mystery Ruins and Classic Castle: These two courses are very technical: a lot of shifting is required. However, with the massive torque in the engine, you should be able to recover speed very quickly. McLaren F1: (Top Speed: 221 AT, 230 MT) This is the fastest and the most expensive car in the world. Powered by a BMW-built V12, the McLaren only gets four miles to a gallon--Not a car that you want to commute. Think of the McLaren as the ultimate tool for Dolphin Tunnel and Twilight Airport. Because of the 107-inch wheelbase, you should try not to steer too hard with the McLaren, because if you do, then you will spin out of control. Make sure that you slow down ahead of time before sliding around bad corners, and immediately countersteer after the slide begins, or you will lose control. ============================================================================= DOLPHIN TUNNEL (4 Laps) Difficulty: Beginner Number of Entries: 40 Course Focus: High Speed Ideal Cars: McLaren F1 and Ferrari F40 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Although Dolphin Tunnel should be easy, you will have to master the Submarine Curve and the Surfing Turn if you want to have the best lap. I suggest you to use the Ferrari F40 your first couple of times, then as your skill builds up, switch to the McLaren. You may wish to use the Automatic in this course (although Manual has better speeds). I can't use the Viper or the Porsche because the emphasis here is on speed. Try to avoid any screw-ups here and you should be able to reach the top three. The Sega Saturn Twin CPU Tower and the Dream Big Bridge: Since this is a beginner course, you start the race in full speed. Keep the car as straight as possible to increase speed. Whale Back: You can take this turn at top speed, but be sure not to touch the dirt. Move from the Center of the track to the left to shave off some time. Enter the Dolphin Tunnel: Be prepared to encounter a jump after the Whale Back. Keep the car running straight to avoid losing control. Sea Wall: From the easy right and into the Sea Wall, you can go full speed. Just make sure that you are not losing control, though. Submarine Curve: Be prepared to slow down on this turn. You should go no faster than 163mph here. Try not to go full throttle until after the curve. You can slide here at the Submarine Curve, but since the turn happens so fast, sliding may be dangerous here. Cut from the outside to reduce the severity of the turn. Surfing Turn: Watch out for the grass as you attempt to cut the apex. Do not take this turn any faster than 156mph. You are welcome to slide, but when you start sliding, immediately bank the wheel against the direction you are turning, and do not go full throttle. After the Surfing Turn: After the turn, you should start speed recovery here to catch up with the competition. If you are sloppy with the Surfing Turn slide, then you are not doing too hot. ============================================================================= TWILIGHT AIRPORT (4 Laps) Difficulty Level: Beginner Number of Entries: 40 Course Focus: High Speed Ideal Cars: Ferrari F40 and McLaren F1 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Twilight Airport is more intense than Dolphin Tunnel since there are two straightaways long enough for any super car to reach its great speed. It's always a good idea to keep the car running as straight as possible on the two straightaways in order to maximize your speed. Although the Ferrari and the McLaren can't reach the top possible speed, you can reach a reasonable speed of 210+ if you can take caution on the Sunset Tower and the Sun's Edge. The music should keep you in the racing mood. Manual Transmission should suit you well, but Automatic should give you some control. Just make sure you do not choose the Porsche or the Viper. To Venus Straight: Since this is another beginner course, you start the race at full speed. First Curve: Be very careful of any player exiting from the pit when playing Twilight Airport in multiplayer mode. Sunset Tower Turn: Try to reduce your speed to no less than 158mph. Make sure that you are going no faster than 171mph since this is a hairpin. Do not go full throttle after the Sunset Tower Turn. It's possible to slide at high speeds, and still recover after the Sunset Tower Turn. Just counter bank the wheel after you start sliding. New Crescent: You can take this turn at full speed. You can cut the apex, but do not touch the grass. If necessary, you may have to reduce speed slightly. If you want to go at least 180+mph, you should slide from the Sunset Tower Turn (Release the pedal, and downshift to 3 at the Sunset Tower Turn, then immediately slide right, shift back to 4, then begin to counter- steer, and use half-throttle until you don't hear the squealing). Midnight Curve: This easy left should be no problem. Full speed is OK here. Try to cut the turn from the outside to maximize speed. Watch out for the wall, though. Hermes Straight: You should be keeping a straight line here to maximize speed. When you see a sign alerting you of the Sun's Edge, release the pedal, downshift to 3rd gear, slide your car gently, and as you slide, shift back to 4th gear, use half-throttle, and counter-steer immediately. Sun's Edge: You must not bank the wheel too hard as you will be sliding for too long. Just bank the car just right so you can avoid going on the left side the the Twilight Airport Taxi Port. As always, do not go full throttle until after passing the turn. ============================================================================= MYSTERY RUINS (3 Laps) Difficulty: Intermediate Number of Entries: 30 Course Focus: Semi-Technical Ideal Cars: Ferrari F40, Dodge Viper ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Here is where things begin to get hectic. You have some gruesome turns to master in Mystery Ruins. While cutting the apex, keep this in mind: Never touch the grass, this course is almost harder than Classic Castle just because of the amount of grass it has. The Salamander Temple: It's time to play with the big boys. No more rolling start. The Giant Steps: You can take this ess here at full speed. Turn 3 and the Dragon Claw: Negotiate these two sharp corners by adjusting your speed according to the sharpness of the turn. You should take on Turn 3 at no more than 183mph and the Dragon Claw at no more than 163mph. Try not to slide on the Dragon Claw, because as you pass the first time extension, you will have to deal with a jump and if your car is not straight, then you lose control. Dragon Fang: You can take the jump and the next ess at full speed. Just make sure you keep the car as straight as possible on the jump. Centaur Stock Farm: You may wish to slide here, but you must know how to cut the apex from out-to-in. Otherwise, you should be going no faster than 145mph on the Centaur Stock Farm. If you wish to slide, then make sure that you are not going too fast, but just fishtail the car just right so you can recover by the time you finish making the turn. Be sure not to go in the grass. The Overcross: This is as close as a straightaway can get: Use it wisely. Pearl Tear Curve: This turn is a killer. Make sure that you are not going faster than 128mph here, as it's easy to get fooled here. You should speed out if you think that you may have to go in the grass. A better name for this turn is Hairpin. Pegasus Curve: Use the Out-and-In technique to get your way here. Try not to go faster than 145mph here. Do not go full throttle as it makes it easy to go too fast. You can slide, but make sure you don't fishtail the car too hard: it makes you lose control. Immediately bank against the direction you are sliding, and don't accelerate after the turn. Back into the Salamander Temple: If you went too fast, then you are going to slam into a barrier really hard. Watch your speed at all times. ============================================================================= CLASSIC CASTLE (3 Laps) Difficulty: Advanced Number of Entries: 20 Course Focus: Technical Ideal Cars: Porsche 911 and Dodge Viper ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- This Exotic Setting is definitely a master's course, with blind turns and seemingly hard to maneuver corners. Don't expect to complete this course all the time, though. Classic Castle centers your ability to be a competent driver rather than on speed. Your main concerns will be at the Scorpion Trail, the Cancer Bubble Ring, the Twin Ess when crossing the Gemini Towers, and the Bull's Horn as you enter the Taurus Colosseum. Aries Street: You will be starting the race in the same manner as with the Mystery Ruins Course. Capricorn Bent: You will encounter an easy right and an easy left just after the Aries Street. Full speed is OK here. Scorpio Bridge: By the time you get to the Scorpio Bridge, you should be reducing your speed to no slower than 140mph. You should be going no faster than 150mph here. If you want to slide, then reduce speed as you go on the bridge, then start fishtailing the car, perform the slide at the Scorpion Trail, immediately counterbank the steering wheel. Scorpion Trail: You may go on the uneven surface without losing speed, but if you went too fast, then you will slam into the wall. If you get into the uneven surface, go back to the main surface to avoid hitting the tower. Libra Courtyard and Pisces Pond: You can take the easy ess and the first time extension without losing speed. Virgo Arcades: Beware when you car wheelies. Keep a straight line at all times. Harp Hall: Lower your speed to about 128mph here, since you are about to go into the Cancer Bubble Ring Next. Do not go full throttle after passing the Cancer Bubble Ring. You may reduce your speed to 133mph here, but it's kinda dangerous since you are going into the Cancer Bubble Ring Next. Cancer Bubble Ring: Stay inside the semicircle and do not go full throttle while passing the Cancer Bubble Ring. Accelerate after passing the Cancer Bubble Ring. Do not go outside of the Bubble. You may slam into a barrier if you miscalculate the Cancer Bubble Ring. Turn 10: You can take on both the second Time Extension and this turn at full throttle. Twin Ess: Don't let the straight fool you. These curves are hairpin turns. You will need to slow down if you want to get out of these turns clean. Try to stay outside of the first turn, and try to cut the apex on the second turn. Leo's Tunnel: After you pass the Twin Ess, the track narrows at Leo's Tunnel. Bull's Horn: This is the worst turn in the whole game. As insurance, you can hit one of the sharp right signs at your left and use the out-and-in technique to reduce the severity of the turn. Reduce your speed to about 150mph. Taurus Colosseum: If you wish to slide to pass the Bull's Horn, then you will be going inside the grass here, and you must be careful because if the bull hits you, you are out of luck. ============================================================================= References of this FAQ: Tips and Tricks, July 1997, pages 28-34. ============================================================================= To provide a mirror for my FAQ: If you want to take a copy of this FAQ for yourself, just press print at your browser's button. If you want to provide a mirror for my FAQ, here's the directions (Assuming that you are using Windows 95): - Start Netscape Navigator 3.0 - Go to http://verasnaship.simplenet.com/text/sgtfaq.txt - Click on file, and click on Save As - Save the file as mark_kim_sgtfaq.txt on your disk (If you save the file using a network, please use your floppy disk). - FTP this FAQ to your Internet Account as usual - Provide a link to this FAQ - Provide a text link to my site at http://verasnaship.simplenet.com - E-Mail Me if you want a fancier link at verasnaship@earthling.net ============================================================================= How to suggest fixes: I have read a message from this guy who thinks that I drive like Helen Keller. He has used a lot of profanity when he suggested me to make fixes on the Twilight Airport Section of this FAQ. You are always welcome to suggest any fixes on my FAQ. However, I have established some rules when making fixes. Here are the rules: - Your subject must be Super GT FAQ Fix - You must not use any profanity on your letter - You must tell me if it's advanced, intermediate, or beginner's strategy on that course - You must tell me if the fix is for Dolphin Tunnel, Twilight Airport, Mystery Ruins or Classic Castle - No Spamming! ============================================================================= CREDITS - Special thanks go to Yu Suzuki, Sega, and the BPR organization for producing the ultimate driving game. - I would like to thank Christopher Tan and Tips and Tricks Magazine for troubleshooting all the bad parts on the technical courses. - I would like to thank Dave and Buster's at Addison, IL for providing access to Super GT - I would like to also thank lancer1963@juno.com for suggesting some fixes on the Twilight Airport Section of the FAQ.