Revs is a 1984 Formula Three simulation written initially for the BBC Micro by Geoff Crammond and published by Acornsoft that is notable for its realistic simulation of the sport and as a precursor to its author's later work on Formula One Grand Prix and its sequels.
The BBC Micro version release featured Silverstone as its one track. There was also an expansion pack Revs 4 Tracks (released in 1985) which added Brands Hatch, Donington Park, Oulto...
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Revs is a 1984 Formula Three simulation written initially for the BBC Micro by Geoff Crammond and published by Acornsoft that is notable for its realistic simulation of the sport and as a precursor to its author's later work on Formula One Grand Prix and its sequels.
The BBC Micro version release featured Silverstone as its one track. There was also an expansion pack Revs 4 Tracks (released in 1985) which added Brands Hatch, Donington Park, Oulton Park and Snetterton tracks to make a total of five. An enhanced edition of the BBC version was later released by Superior Software/Acornsoft which included all 5 tracks. The enhanced edition also included possibly the first racing simultation 'driving aid' - steering assist. This hugely improved gameplay and made it possible to truly appreciate the game which essentially set the scene for today's grand prix, touring car and rally based racing simulations.
Revs was later ported to the Commodore 64, with the standard game providing the...
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