Pole Position

GPTKB entity

Statements (116)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:video_game
gptkbp:ai computer-controlled opponents
Computer-controlled opponents
gptkbp:arcade_cabinet upright
Standard upright cabinet
gptkbp:available_on various home consoles
gptkbp:character_customization gptkb:Limited
limited customization options
gptkbp:community Active fan community
active fan community
gptkbp:control_system Analog controls
gptkbp:controls steering wheel and pedals
Steering wheel and pedals
gptkbp:cultural_impact Influenced future racing games
influenced future racing games
gptkbp:developed_by gptkb:Namco
gptkbp:developer gptkb:Namco
gptkbp:difficulty Variable
Adjustable
gptkbp:difficulty_levels multiple difficulty settings
gptkbp:environment Racing tracks
gptkbp:events races and time trials
gptkbp:fan_art popular among fans
gptkbp:feedback Positive
gptkbp:game_awards recognized in gaming awards
Various arcade awards
gptkbp:game_community active online forums
Dedicated player base
gptkbp:game_design Innovative for its time
simple yet challenging
gptkbp:game_engine gptkb:Custom_engine
custom Namco engine
gptkbp:game_features Time trials
gptkbp:game_length varies by player skill
Varies by player skill
gptkbp:game_mechanics Lap-based racing
lap-based racing
gptkbp:game_modes Single-player
single-player and multiplayer
Arcade mode
gptkbp:game_replayability High replay value
gptkbp:game_type gptkb:Clinical_Trials
gptkbp:game_updates Occasional updates
gptkbp:gameplay Racing simulation
racing simulation
gptkbp:genre gptkb:Racing
racing
gptkbp:graphics Colorful graphics
2 D sprites
gptkbp:has_achievements High scores
gptkbp:has_spin_offs gptkb:Pole_Position:_Championship
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Pole Position
gptkbp:in-game_currency gptkb:None
gptkb:none
gptkbp:influence Set standards for racing games
gptkbp:influenced car racing simulation genre
future racing arcade games
gptkbp:influenced_artists Racing genre
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:Formula_One
Grand Prix racing
gptkbp:influenced_games gptkb:Gran_Turismo
gptkbp:inspired_by Real-life motorsport
real-life Formula One races
gptkbp:legacy Classic arcade game
Pioneered racing games
considered a classic arcade game
influenced arcade design.
pioneered racing games in arcades
gptkbp:mechanics arcade-style physics
gptkbp:merchandise gptkb:toys_and_collectibles
Toys and collectibles
gptkbp:multiplayer gptkb:Yes
up to 2 players
gptkbp:notable_feature First racing game to use a real-world track
first racing game to use a real-world track
gptkbp:platform gptkb:Arcade
gptkbp:players Top-down view
third-person view
gptkbp:popularity gptkb:High
Iconic in arcade history
gptkbp:release_date 1982-05-01
gptkbp:release_platform Arcade cabinets
gptkbp:release_region gptkb:Europe
gptkb:Japan
gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:1982
gptkbp:released_in gptkb:1982
gptkbp:remake gptkb:Pole_Position:_Remix
gptkbp:remastered gptkb:Pole_Position_Arcade
gptkbp:score score-based gameplay
gptkbp:sequel gptkb:Pole_Position_II
gptkbp:setting gptkb:sports_car
gptkb:Formula_One
gptkbp:sound Distinctive sound effects
gptkbp:soundtrack Chiptune music
music by Namco
gptkbp:speed realistic car physics
gptkbp:speedrun_community popular in speedrunning community
gptkbp:strategy strategic overtaking
Skill-based racing
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Pole_Position_II
gptkbp:tournament arcade competitions
Competitive arcade tournaments
gptkbp:track gptkb:Fuji_Speedway
Realistic
gptkbp:updates periodic updates in later versions
gptkbp:user_experience Immersive racing experience
gptkbp:user_interface scoreboard and timer
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Daytona_USA
gptkb:Out_Run
gptkb:Atari's_Greatest_Hits
gptkb:2011_Australian_Grand_Prix
gptkb:Atari_Flashback_consoles
gptkb:Super_Monaco_GP
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5