Extreme-G 3
Encyclopedia
XG3: Extreme G Racing, or XGIII, or more commonly known as Extreme-G 3, is a futuristic racing game
for the Nintendo GameCube
and PlayStation 2
. It was developed
by Acclaim Cheltenham
and published
by Acclaim Entertainment
. It was released for the PlayStation 2 in North America on August 21, 2001, in Europe on August 31, 2001, and in Japan on September 12, 2002. It was released for the GameCube in North America on November 27, 2001, in Europe on May 3, 2002, and in Japan on March 15, 2002.
It follows a simulator-style look into team racing of the 23rd century, specifically, the existence of Extreme-G racing. Players are one of two riders in one of six teams, all of which vie for glory in the Championship. You start a career in the slowest class, 250G, and eventually compete your way into the 1000G cup, the fastest in the game.
The sound-barrier
conventions from Extreme-G 2 are transferred here.
10 extremely detailed tracks are included, with twists, drops, and sharp turns, as well as 11 different opponents. Extreme-G 3 handles weaponry differently, resulting in a significant change in gameplay from the first and second games. While in the first and second games, the player could pick up weapons on the track, and firing these weapons would not consume their primary weapon bar, in the third game, the player purchases weapons with money won, and firing weapons consumes a small amount of the weapon bar for each shot. Compared to the previous games, Extreme-G 3 offers fewer weapons.
Acceleration in the game varies with engine class. A 250G bike will accelerate to 300 mph in around 3 seconds. A bike with a 1500G engine will accelerate from 0-300 mph in under a second (depending on if you use the boost-start technique). 500 mph is easily attainable within 2 seconds.
Another change of note from the previous games in the series would be the three "Nitro" boosts, which have been removed in favor of a turbo system where using the boost drains energy from the player's shielding.
From the sprawling skyscrapers of Atradaitoshi, through the sunset-soaked Muon Harbor, to the water-rich planes of Verdegrand, the Extreme-G Racing League has created a racing experience that combines incredible beauty with 23rd century engineering expertise.
Each race sees twelve riders battling for the title of Extreme-G Champion. At the end of a race, the victorious riders will be rewarded with credits. These can be spent on upgrading the bike or purchasing new weapons – visit the XG Mall for more information.
In order to qualify for a new league, each contestant must accumulate a required amount of credit through races and time trials.
Should the contestant accumulate sufficient credit, they will be deemed suitable for the next, superior league. Eventually, the contestant will be invited to race in a more advanced speed class. Once the contestant has succeeded, an elite championship will be made available.
The League has granted six teams the right to race. Eager for fresh challenge this season, many are recruiting new riders. Once recruited, remember your team colors and stand by your teammate – they might assist you when you need help the most.
Good luck and remember: Live. Earn. Burn.
Sponsored by Twilight.
Members
Age: 36
Nationality: French
Height: 6’ 1”
Blood Group: A
IQ: 153
Age: 34
Nationality: American
Height: 6’ 3”
Blood group: B
IQ: 170
Sponsored by Phobos.
Members
Age: 32
Nationality: American
Height: 6’ 3”
Blood Group: B
IQ: 170
Age: 22
Nationality:
Swedish
Height: 6’ 5”
Blood Group: O
IQ: 190
Sponsored by Patriot.
Members
Age: 39
Nationality: German
Height: 5’11”
Blood Group: AB
IQ: 162
Age: 28
Nationality: British
Height: 5’ 7”
Blood Group: A
IQ: 158
Sponsored by Inoca.
Members
Age: 23
Nationality: Slovakian
Height: 5’11”
Blood Group: AB
IQ: 159
Age: 20
Nationality: Nigerian
Height: 5’8”
Blood Group: B-
IQ: 168
Sponsored by Heel.
Members
Age: 27
Nationality: Japanese
Height: 5’8”
Blood Group: O
IQ: 196
Age: 18
Nationality: American
Height: 5’4”
Blood Group: O
IQ: 177
Sponsored by Jentor.
Members
Age: 2
Nationality: N/A
Height: 5’8”
Blood Group: N/A
IQ: 195
Age: 4
Nationality: N/A
Height: 6’ 1”
Blood Group: N/A
IQ: 197
VERDEGRAND [13.4Km]
CRYSTALARIA [10.3Km]
ATRADAITOSHI [10.3Km]
SIRIS CANYON [15.0Km]
OCEANIA [11.0Km]
TUNDARIA [10.3Km]
MEGALOPIS 7 [13.2Km]
PASIPHAE 6 [10.4Km]
PION 6 [10.3Km]
Racing game
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for the Nintendo GameCube
Nintendo GameCube
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and PlayStation 2
PlayStation 2
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. It was developed
Video game developer
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by Acclaim Cheltenham
Acclaim Cheltenham
Acclaim Cheltenham was a game studio in Cheltenham, England that was founded in 1984. They were acquired by Acclaim Entertainment on October 10, 1995...
and published
Video game publisher
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by Acclaim Entertainment
Acclaim Entertainment
Acclaim Entertainment was an American video game developer and publisher. It developed, published, marketed and distributed interactive entertainment software for a variety of hardware platforms, including Sega's Mega Drive/Genesis, Saturn, Dreamcast, and Game Gear, Nintendo's NES, SNES, Nintendo...
. It was released for the PlayStation 2 in North America on August 21, 2001, in Europe on August 31, 2001, and in Japan on September 12, 2002. It was released for the GameCube in North America on November 27, 2001, in Europe on May 3, 2002, and in Japan on March 15, 2002.
Gameplay
The sound-barrier
Sound barrier
The sound barrier, in aerodynamics, is the point at which an aircraft moves from transonic to supersonic speed. The term, which occasionally has other meanings, came into use during World War II, when a number of aircraft started to encounter the effects of compressibility, a collection of several...
conventions from Extreme-G 2 are transferred here.
10 extremely detailed tracks are included, with twists, drops, and sharp turns, as well as 11 different opponents. Extreme-G 3 handles weaponry differently, resulting in a significant change in gameplay from the first and second games. While in the first and second games, the player could pick up weapons on the track, and firing these weapons would not consume their primary weapon bar, in the third game, the player purchases weapons with money won, and firing weapons consumes a small amount of the weapon bar for each shot. Compared to the previous games, Extreme-G 3 offers fewer weapons.
Acceleration in the game varies with engine class. A 250G bike will accelerate to 300 mph in around 3 seconds. A bike with a 1500G engine will accelerate from 0-300 mph in under a second (depending on if you use the boost-start technique). 500 mph is easily attainable within 2 seconds.
Another change of note from the previous games in the series would be the three "Nitro" boosts, which have been removed in favor of a turbo system where using the boost drains energy from the player's shielding.
Game introduction
Welcome to the Extreme-G Racing League. Founded at the end of the 22nd century, the League prides itself in presenting the ultimate racing challenge for today’s sports fan.From the sprawling skyscrapers of Atradaitoshi, through the sunset-soaked Muon Harbor, to the water-rich planes of Verdegrand, the Extreme-G Racing League has created a racing experience that combines incredible beauty with 23rd century engineering expertise.
Each race sees twelve riders battling for the title of Extreme-G Champion. At the end of a race, the victorious riders will be rewarded with credits. These can be spent on upgrading the bike or purchasing new weapons – visit the XG Mall for more information.
In order to qualify for a new league, each contestant must accumulate a required amount of credit through races and time trials.
Should the contestant accumulate sufficient credit, they will be deemed suitable for the next, superior league. Eventually, the contestant will be invited to race in a more advanced speed class. Once the contestant has succeeded, an elite championship will be made available.
The League has granted six teams the right to race. Eager for fresh challenge this season, many are recruiting new riders. Once recruited, remember your team colors and stand by your teammate – they might assist you when you need help the most.
Good luck and remember: Live. Earn. Burn.
Palus
Colors: green/whiteSponsored by Twilight.
Welcome to Palus. It has been over 20 years since Palus' visionary Gabriel Artimus conceived and designed the Graviton Drive. Since that day, many have imitated but none have surpassed the elegance and fluidity achieved by Palus's
manufacturing. Our technology can be found in most household products, from the early Sentivacuum cleaning models through to the luxurious Graviton 8000 ground cruiser. Palus is proud to be a sponsor and participant in the Extreme-G Racing Tournaments. Palus: let the mind improve the soul.
Members
- Leoss Artimus
Age: 36
Nationality: French
Height: 6’ 1”
Blood Group: A
IQ: 153
- Epsilon Knight
Age: 34
Nationality: American
Height: 6’ 3”
Blood group: B
IQ: 170
Terranova
Colors: red/yellowSponsored by Phobos.
History: Speed. Glamour. Excitement. These three words encapsulate Extreme-G racing. And these three words describe perfectly the ethos here at TerraNova. We deliver the racing experience that everyone adores - high production values, mass media coverage, incredible exhilaration. These are the things that make TerraNova the number one choice for racing fans. Be a part of that team - live the dream.
Members
- Maxim Nemaphon
Age: 32
Nationality: American
Height: 6’ 3”
Blood Group: B
IQ: 170
- Sven Illmerig
Age: 22
Nationality:
Swedish
Height: 6’ 5”
Blood Group: O
IQ: 190
Phase One
Colors: blue/light blueSponsored by Patriot.
History: "What drives a man to risk everything in search of glory?" This was the question posed to Phase One's team manager ten years ago by the head of Lunar Industries. Lunar was looking to raise their corporate profile, at any cost. As a result, Phase One graduated from the lower racing leagues to the premier level of racing -Extreme-G. We pride ourselves in being the most prominent, exciting and controversial racing team on the circuit. We risk everything in search of glory. Phase One is a subsidiary of Lunar Industries.
Members
- Garuk Claw
Age: 39
Nationality: German
Height: 5’11”
Blood Group: AB
IQ: 162
- Aculem Blade
Age: 28
Nationality: British
Height: 5’ 7”
Blood Group: A
IQ: 158
Vixen
Colors: purple/white/redSponsored by Inoca.
History: Formed in 2218, Vixen is proud to be the only XG team fully staffed by women. Psychological tests have proven the female mind to be not only more capable of digesting information than the male, but also a small percentage faster. As
such, we believe our drivers have an edge over the competition. Elegant and sophisticated is our motto - join the team that has evolved. Vixen is an equal opportunity employer.
Members
- Magenta Nuark
Age: 23
Nationality: Slovakian
Height: 5’11”
Blood Group: AB
IQ: 159
- Calista Moon
Age: 20
Nationality: Nigerian
Height: 5’8”
Blood Group: B-
IQ: 168
Talon
Colors: orange/indigoSponsored by Heel.
History: Privately funded by three high-profile CEOs, Talon is, and will always be, the most profitable racing group on the Extreme-G circuit (XG financial report, 2230). We have no boundaries when it comes to victory. We have no boundaries when it comes to design. We have no boundaries when it comes to engineering. We will use the best drivers and we will push the rules to their limit. We require nothing but complete dedication from our workforce. This is why we win. Talon: there are no boundaries.
Members
- Neo Cumulus
Age: 27
Nationality: Japanese
Height: 5’8”
Blood Group: O
IQ: 196
- Jakar Malanox
Age: 18
Nationality: American
Height: 5’4”
Blood Group: O
IQ: 177
Starcom
Colors: grey/blackSponsored by Jentor.
History: Thank you for showing an interest in Starcom. A privately funded team, Starcom shies from the hype and publicity surrounding the Extreme-G Racing League. Nevertheless, in the interests of the group we are seeking new talent to join our world class racing team. We seek only experienced drivers looking for a new adventure. With Starcom, you will see the world like you've never seen it before.
Members
- Culalem
Age: 2
Nationality: N/A
Height: 5’8”
Blood Group: N/A
IQ: 195
- Brother Brakk
Age: 4
Nationality: N/A
Height: 6’ 1”
Blood Group: N/A
IQ: 197
Tracks
MUON HARBOR [7.8Km]Welcome to the twin cities of Muon. Although one of the first XG tracks to be
constructed, it remains the most popular with XG initiates due to the elegant
oval design conducive to extreme speeds. The early evening race offers a
beautiful vista across the harbor.
VERDEGRAND [13.4Km]
Starting from the Verdegrand suspension bridge, the circuit provides
spectacular racing between the wind turbines and through the valley wall.
Although relatively gentle, Verdegrand has hosted some of the most compelling
XG races in recent years.
CRYSTALARIA [10.3Km]
The disused research station of Crystalaria provided a perfect base to the XG
architects in 2202 when they began construction of this, the most remote
of the XG circuits. The track cuts gently through ice caverns, and across the
glacier plains with track routes and splits close to the mountain edge.
ATRADAITOSHI [10.3Km]
Constructed high above the city streets and between the city's skyscrapers, the
circuit has breathtaking drops and jumps that push the most skilled
riders to the max. Busy city traffic continues despite the extreme racing
taking place among the clouds.
SIRIS CANYON [15.0Km]
At 15km, Siris hosts the longest of the XG races and arguably one of the most
breathtaking. Rising from the depths of the canyon floor, the track
climbs up over 200 meters, through a 360 degree vertical loop, before cutting
back into the valley and between the canyon walls.
OCEANIA [11.0Km]
2138 saw the construction of Earth's first ocean based city: Oceania. And where
better to host an XG race with its jaw dropping loops and twists, and
gut-wrenching plummet deep into the ocean. The central tower offers XG race
fans amazing views of the circuit as the bikes reach their supersonic speeds.
TUNDARIA [10.3Km]
The military base and tracking station of Tundaria provides the setting of the
opening race to the Caesium League. Its coastal location hosts a
complex circuit that twists between rock faces and rises high above the hills
before diving under the sea into the Tundarian bay.
MEGALOPIS 7 [13.2Km]
The Earth's largest city, Megalopis 7, hosts the most technical racing circuit.
Snaking between the buildings and structiones, and deep towards the city
streets, the circuit gives one of the most challenging race experiences and is
amongst the greatest entertainment for XG race fans.
PASIPHAE 6 [10.4Km]
The number 6 dam on the river Pasiphae provides one of the most complex yet
peaceful settings of XG racing. Running adjacent to the dam wall the
circuit plunges towards the river before sweeping through the trees of the
nearby forest. Although the location is remote - the setting has proven to
be popular with XG race fans through their regular attendance at the event.
PION 6 [10.3Km]
This desert circuit is reserved only for entrants into the faster speed
classes. The Egyptian pyramids and desert temples play host to this, the
only race of the Francium League. The challenge is intense with a double
spiral bend and inter-twining track split across the sand dunes, starting
from within the Pion temple.