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''Steeplechase'' is a game by Atari Inc which simulates a horse race of up to six players and a computer opponent, released in 1975. In the game, players take on the role of a horse jockey and must leap barriers in order to come out ahead in the race. Each player uses a singular button for control of the equine's leaps, making this the first known instance of a jumping mechanic in a game. | ''Steeplechase'' is a game by Atari Inc which simulates a horse race of up to six players and a computer opponent, released in 1975. In the game, players take on the role of a horse jockey and must leap barriers in order to come out ahead in the race. Each player uses a singular button for control of the equine's leaps, making this the first known instance of a jumping mechanic in a game. | ||
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Revision as of 07:14, 24 January 2022
Steeplechase is a game by Atari Inc which simulates a horse race of up to six players and a computer opponent, released in 1975. In the game, players take on the role of a horse jockey and must leap barriers in order to come out ahead in the race. Each player uses a singular button for control of the equine's leaps, making this the first known instance of a jumping mechanic in a game.
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