Copyright: Copyright © 1997


About Interstate '76

FADE IN:

EXT.  INTERSTATE 76 -- NIGHT -- POV DRIVER

The whine of your long-block hemi above 6000 RPM can be heard above the sound of distant gunfire.  Are you too late...?  The white dotted line streams under you at 168 mph.

You crest the rise, brakes squealing in hot complaint.  The scene unfolds below.  The valley is filled with circling bikers and the smoke of a burning truck stop.  Outnumbered thirty to one, the odds aren’t good -- but they never are for you, Groove Champion, auto-vigilante.

CLICK goes the eight-track -- in goes the FUNK.  You redline, prime the twin fifties and pop the clutch.  Your mount, a 1972 Picard Piranha, rears like a bronc’ and leaps at the road.  The tires smoke like white fire.  You’re off!

Funk has a way of evening the odds...

Interstate '76 is a non-track-based 3D real-time automotive combat action-simulation fueled by a 70's funk soundtrack, and brought to life with the same technology developed for the highly acclaimed Mechwarrior 2™. Not merely a game, but rather a T.R.I.P—Total Recreational Interactive Production—is a seamless jaunt into the world of Bellbottoms, Bullets, Blowers and the Boss 302.  It’s the first action/sim to use the technology of the 90's to bring back to life the cars, the music and the soul of the 70's!

Visit the Activision webpage at http://www.activision.com for Interstate '76 information and downloadables.  And email the Interstate '76 production team at i76mail@activision.com!


Antonio Malochio

The best auto-mercenary money can buy, Antonio Malochio is a Vietnam vet who did three consecutive tours of duty.  This guy was into some heavy shit deep in the jungles of Cambodia, where he supposedly had dealings with Pol Pot, leader of the Khmer Rouge.  Since the war, he's returned to his business as a furniture importer/exporter... but it all seems to be a front.  Based on loose accounts, Malochio's been dealing with some “businessmen” in the Middle East who have been "funding" him.  And now he’s recruited every freelance auto-mercenary in the American Southwest.  He’s building an army... and something big is going down.


Background Story

The year is 1976... a different 1976.  You are Groove Champion, auto-vigilante, and you drive to avenge the death of your sister Jade, who was brutally murdered by known auto-mercenary Antonio Malochio.  His plan, should he succeed, would leave the United States economy in shambles.  He intends to destroy the U.S. strategic oil reserve and leave the country dry.  His employer—OPEC.  Jade tried to stop him... and failed.  With help from seasoned auto-vigalante Taurus, former partner of Jade and now your wingman, and grease monkey Skeeter, who can fix just about anything, it's now up to you...


Contents

About Interstate '76

System Requirements

Installation

Game Controls

Background Story

Game Features for Full Version

DirectX™ 3.0

Activision Customer Support

Ordering Information


Customer Support

If you have any comments, questions and/or suggestions about the Interstate 76 demo or any other Activision product, please feel free to contact us. If you are experiencing difficulty, please consult this help file before contacting Customer Support. The help file contains the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions and may quickly provide a solution to your problem. If, after reviewing the Interstate 76 demo Help file, you are still experiencing problems, please feel free to contact us through any of the services listed. So that we can better help you, please be at your computer and have the following information ready:

1.	Complete product title

2.	Exact error message reported (if any) and a brief description of the problem

3.	Your computer's processor type and speed (e.g. Pentium 90MHz)

4.	Video and sound card makes and models (e.g. Diamond Stealth 64 video, Sound Blaster 16 sound...)

Customer Support:

North America

UK and Europe

Australia and Pacific Rim

For Technical Support and Customer Service in areas not listed, please contact your local distributor or Activision via online (Please note that online support is in English only).

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Customer Support Australia and Pacific Rim
Customer Support Australia and Paciiic Rim

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Phone:	1902 962 000

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Online Services:

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Cutomer Support North America
Customer Support North America

Online Services:

Services with Activision Forums, E-mail and File Library Support:

Microsoft Network:	From any MSN window, pull down the Edit menu and select Go To and then Other Location. At the prompt, type "Activision" and click OK.

America Online:	Use keyword "Activision" to locate the Activision forum

CompuServe:	76004,2122 or [GO GAMBPUB]

Activision BBS:	310-479-1335 Up to 28,800 baud; Settings: 8 Bits, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit (8, N, 1)

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Call our 24-hour voice-mail system for answers to our most frequently asked questions at 310-479-5644. Contact a Customer Support representative at the same number between the hours of 9:00am and 5:00pm (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday, except holidays.


DirectX(tm) 3.0
DirectX™ 3.0

Upon completion of the Interstate '76 setup, the install process will continue by determining if Microsoft DirectX 3 needs to be installed on your computer. If so, the Microsoft DirectX 3 setup program will install the appropriate files on your computer. If you choose not to install DirectX 3, and you find that later you need to install DirectX 3, follow these directions. With the disc in your CD-ROM drive, install Microsoft DirectX 3 by right-clicking on the Interstate '76 CD icon to get the Context menu. From that menu, select Install DirectX.

Who makes DirectX and how can I contact them?

Microsoft created DirectX.  If the answer to the question you are looking for is not found on this page you may want to contact Microsoft via mail at:

Microsoft Customer Sales and Service

One Microsoft Way

Redmond, WA   98052-6399, USA

Microsoft can also be reached in the USA at (800) 426-9400, or internationally at +1(206) 882-8080.  You can also contact them via their web address at www.microsoft.com.

What is DirectX and why do I need it?

Microsoft's DirectX 3 is an API (Application Programming Interface) set that increases the speed at which games play under the Windows 95 operating system. These APIs allow direct access to the enhanced features of hardware under Windows 95. With DirectX 3, a program has instant access to the hardware, allowing for great advances in graphics, sound, video, 3-D, and network capabilities of games.

Since Windows 95 and DirectX 3 are relatively new in the computer world and have not achieved compatibility with some older video cards, many manufacturers are releasing updated drivers for Windows 95 to meet the DirectX standard. If you are not sure about your video card's compatibility, consult the company that makes your video card.

If the Microsoft DirectX Installer does not detect DirectX 3 on your computer, it will install DirectX 3 for you. After installation is complete, you will need to restart your computer in order for DirectX 3 to take effect.

If you have other Windows 95 games on your computer, chances are you already have an earlier version of DirectX installed on your computer. In this case, the Microsoft Installer will write over that version with DirectX 3.  At that point, the DirectX installation process will be complete. You will need to restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

If however, you already have DirectX 3 installed on your computer, the Microsoft DirectX 3 installer will detect that and not overwrite any DirectX 3 files.  You will not need to restart your computer after installation in order to run Interstate '76.

DirectX 3 should not affect any titles designed for the original version of DirectX. Should you encounter difficulties with DirectX 3, please contact Microsoft for further information.

I have heard DirectX is not compatible with some video cards. What can you tell me about that?

Windows 95 and DirectX are relatively new in the computer world and have not achieved compatibility with some older video cards. Many manufacturers are releasing updated drivers to meet the DirectX standard. If you are not sure about your video card's compatibility, consult the Vendor List for the company that makes your video card.

If I don't have DirectX will Interstate '76 for Windows 95 install it for me?

Yes. If the Microsoft DirectX Installer does not detect DirectX on your computer, it will install DirectX for you. After installation is complete, you will need to restart your computer in order for DirectX to take effect.

If the DirectX Installer copied over a previous version, will this affect my other Windows 95 games?

You will be able to run other Windows 95 games that use Microsoft’s DirectX libraries.  DirectX 3 should not affect any titles designed for the original version of DirectX.  Should you encounter difficulties with DirectX 3, please contact Microsoft for further information (address and phone number stated above).


Game Controls

Driving

Accelerate	Numpad Up  	Joystick Forward

Brake	Numpad Down	Joystick Back

Steer Left/Right	Numpad Left/Right	Joystick Left/Right

Emergency Brake	Z

Reverse	Tab

Shift Up	.   (Period)

Shift Down	,   (Comma)

Radar

Radar Range	R

Target Nearest Enemy	T

Target Next Enemy 	E

Cancel Target	Y

Target Under Reticle	Q

Weapons

Fire Weapon	Space Bar	Joystick Button 1

Cycle Weapon	Enter	Joystick Button 2

Fire Weapon 1	1

Fire Weapon 2	2

Fire Weapon 3	3

Fire Weapon 4	4

Fire Weapon 5	5

Aim Handgun	Arrow Key Left/Right	Joystick Left/Right

Views

View Dash	Arrow Key Up	Joystick Hat Up

Look Left/Right	Arrow Key Left/Right	Joystick Hat Left/Right

Look Back	Arrow Key Down	Joystick Hat Down

Toggle Cockpit View	F1

Adjustable External Cam	F2

External Cam Rear	F3

External User to Target	F4

External Target to User	F5

No Cockpit	F6

Fender Cam Front	F7

Fender Cam Rear	F8

Beauty Shot Front	F9

Satellite View	F10

Missle Cam	F11

Toggle Resolution	F12

Zoom In (External Cam)	Page Up

Zoom Out (External Cam)	Page Down

Other

Horn	G

Headlights On/Off	H

View Map	M

View Notepad	N

Binoculars	B

Pause Game	Pause

Options Menu	Esc

Skip Movies	Esc


Groove Champion

That's his name, Groove Champion—son of Nick and Tammy Champion.  Nick, a four-time winner at Daytona, and Tammy, a former Miss America.  Groove has spent his fair share of time on the track but his racing career has been stalled by his sister Jade, who consistently qualifies better than he.  But now the murder of Jade has thrust Groove into the world of auto-vigilantism, where he must quickly learn the tricks of the trade in order to avenge her death and save America.


Installation Instructions
Installation

1.	Place the CD in the CD-ROM drive (if a title screen opens, close it or follow the provided menu).

2.	Click the Start button found on the taskbar.

3.	Choose Find · File or Folders...

4.	In the Look in: section, use the pull down menu and choose your CD-ROM drive.

5.	In the Named: section, type I76DEMO.EXE and press <Enter>

6.	Double-click on 176DEMO.EXE that will appear in the list of files found.  This will launch the Interstate '76 demo installer.  Please follow the installer instructions.

The release version of Intestate '76 will hit the shelves in March of 1997.  To order, see your local software retailer or call 1-800-477-3650.

Note:

Interstate '76 requires Microsoft DirectX™ 3.0 technology for Windows® 95.  If you do not have DirectX 3.0 installed on your system, select YES when prompted by the Interstate '76 installer to install Direct X.


Jade

Sister to Groove and partner to Taurus, Jade is whip-quick, hot like a lick of flame and an ace behind the wheel.  She’s Daisy Duke, Mario Andretti and a Molotov Cocktail rolled into one.  Jade has had a secret life as an auto-vigilante for some time.  Her family never knew...


Ordering Information

The release version of Intestate '76 will hit the shelves in March of 1997.  To order, see your local software retailer or call 1-800-477-3650.


Release Version Features
Game Features for Full Version

The release version of Interstate '76 includes the following...

•	Over 30 missions including narrative gamescenes, single-player and multi-player combat scenarios and instant action mode!

•	Non-track based gameplay in which players are free to travel over open terrain including deserts, highways,small towns and various other locales!

•	Eight-player network play and hood-to-hood combat over modem!

•	Realistic vehicle dynamics including skidding, jumping, collisions, braking and acceleration based on actual vehicle physics.  Players will experience enhanced sensations of being rammed by other cars, jumping off ridges, rolling their vehicle, fishtailing and other cool driving stunts!

•	Detailed story with unique and compelling characters that unfolds throughout the game, using over 25 minutes of 3D cutscenes that provide a seamless cinematic experience!

•	Over 60 minutes of CD-quality original funk music!

•	Over 35 configurable vehicles!

•	Vehicle configuration including engine, suspension, wheels, brakes and other goodies such as nitrous oxide, destructo bumpers and radar jammer!

•	Over 30 available weapons including machine guns, flamethrowers, missiles, cannons, rockets, mortars and grenade launchers.  Players can also select dropped weapons including land mines, bloxdroppers and oil slicks!

•	Players can salvage and repair parts from the field after battle!


Skeeter

Skeeter is different.  He has no known family and people have been taking advantage of him all his life.  He’s probably wanted by the law for crimes he doesn’t even know he committed.  Eventually got a job on the one of the pit crews for Champion Motors, then left with Jade when she decided it was time to join the fight.  One thing can be said—Skeeter is the best damn mechanic around and can fix anything.  He’ll follow you and Taurus in his van and cannibalize the vehicles you destroy.  Then when the action slows down, he'll hook up with you and do any salvage work you want done.  The weird thing about Skeeter is that he often sees things more clearly than anyone ever could—he can say some pretty dark shit.   A word of advice—watch out when he drives, he seems to be narcoleptic.


System Requirements

The following are the systems requirements for Interstate '76:

•	100% Microsoft Windows® 95 compatible computer system  (including compatible 32-bit drivers for CD-ROM drive, video card, sound card and input devices)

•	Processor Type: Pentium 90

•	RAM: 16MB

•	50 MB of uncompressed hard disk space

•	4X speed CD-ROM drive (600K/second sustained transfer rate)

•	256 Color (640 x 480) VLB or PCI video card with 1MB RAM

•	Microsoft Windows 95 operating system

•	100% Sound Blaster 16® compatible sound card

•	100% Microsoft compatible mouse and driver

Recommended:

•	Proccssor Type: Pentium 133

•	RAM: 32MB

•	Joystick or steering wheel device

Note:

Interstate '76 requires Microsoft DirectX™ 3.0 technology for Windows® 95.  If you do not have DirectX 3.0 installed on your system, select YES when prompted by the Interstate '76 installer to install Direct X.


Taurus

Taurus is not his name, it’s what people call him.  He’s a seasoned auto-vigilante who was Jade’s partner.  Originally from New England, where he was a poet, his wife and daugher were killed by criminals—don't ever bring it up with him, though.  He came to the desert to clear his head and never left.  Instead he figured it was time to start cleaning up society his way.  After awhile hooked up with Jade and have been driving together ever since.  And now he must help Groove in his quest for revenge.  Taurus drives a ‘66 Jefferson Sovereign with a bull’s skull on the hood.  He calls it “Eloise.”  @*%# with Taurus and you’ll get the horns.