Pole Position

About

Pole Position is a classic arcade racing game that puts you behind the wheel of a high speed car. The track is modeled after the real Suzuka Circuit in Japan and viewed from a rear perspective that mimics a passenger looking back at the track. Players steer around turns and manage speed to beat the best time. The game’s simplicity and focus on precision handling made it a standout in early 80s arcade racing. This title holds a special place in gaming history for popularizing a perspective still used in modern racing games. It sold over 4000 arcade units at launch a huge number for the era and its influence can be seen in later titles that borrowed its rear view formula. While the graphics are basic by today’s standards the thrill of chasing a personal best time on a realistic track still resonates with retro racing fans.