Nevermind the crazy ragdoll physics, odd sluggishness when using analog steering, or the pseudorealistic gameplay, this is a decent game. My only real complaint is that it gets old fairly quickly if you're not a die-hard fan, as there is little variety in car choices (as opposed to the sequels). For six bucks, you could do a lot worse, however I personally would recommend an old NFS game (like Hot Pursuit 2).
I76: Singleplayer Campaign: Anything over Wimp is a definite challenge, and the learning curve is erratic, but the core gameplay mechanics are still solid after all of these years. Just make sure to have a spare everything, and stick with more "reliable" weapons like the 50cal MG. Singleplayer Instant Action: Fun, if you set it up correctly. Boring, if you don't. Keep in mind that the Helicopter cheat takes all the fun out of the game, and that the Tank's horrible top speed does not justify its amount of armor. Multiplayer: Never played against a skilled opponent, but there's much fun to be had. Too bad racing rules weren't implemented until the Nitro Pack. Nitro Pack: Somewhat of an expansion pack, the Nitro Pack takes things in a much less linear direction, specifically in that the singleplayer is a set of Instant Action missions with pass/fail indicators. Passing all available ones unlocks a "secret" campaign. Multiplayer is still fun, but adds a few more gamemodes and maps.
