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ChoroQ / ChoroQ HG 4
FAQ/Walkthrough Version 1.00 TAKARA/ATLUS
For Playstation 2 Steven Wootton (RPGamer)
[email protected]
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The numbers below in the left column are the search codes for each section. To
quickly jump to a section of this guide, copy the whole number, with the
brackets and @ sign into your browser's find.
(@01) Introduction/History
(@02) Controls
(@03) Basics
(@04) Main Menu
(@05) Story Mode
(@06) Races
(@07) Parts List
(@08) Body List
(@09) City Info
(@10) Minigames
(@11) Other Race
(@12) 2 Player Battle
(@13) Final Notes
(@14) Version History
(@15) Legal Stuff
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ChoroQ the games are based off the small, collectable Japanese toy cars of the
same name. Amazingly, unlike most toy to game transfers, the ChoroQ series is
extremely fun to play and the production values are very high. I've been
collecting the cars for years now, and I'm pleased that the games are so well
received all over the world. From the guide I wrote on ChoroQ's prequel, Road
Trip, I was pleasantly surprised to receive a ton of emails from people in
many different countries. I'd like to extend a special thanks to everyone who
took the time to play and support this series. Thanks for sharing my passion!
ChoroQ is the second PS2 game from this long running Japanese series to go
worldwide. The first was Road Trip, released in 2002 by Conspiracy
Entertainment. In Japan however, Road Trip is known as ChoroQ HG2, which is
actually the second game in their HG series. ChoroQ, released by Atlus, is
known as ChoroQ HG4 in Japan, and is the fourth game in the series. At this
point it is unlikely that we will see the first and third HG games outside of
Japan, unless this one sells really well. In case that made no sense to you
whatsoever, here's a handy list and history of the games:
There are over 20 games in the ChoroQ series, but most of them are strictly
racing. The HG, or High Grade series is distinguished for its RPG elements.
ChoroQ High Grade (Gadget Racers US) (Penny Racers PAL)
Release: Worldwide
Summary: Strictly a racing game, which is starkly contrasted by it's adventure
oriented sequels. Gadget Races isn't easy to find but the Japanese
version, (ChoroQ) is getting very rare. It's very English friendly so
if you can get a hold of one, you'll be able to figure it out no
worries. Problem is, I spent nearly a week scrounging through Tokyo's
many game stores and couldn't find it. I ended up finding it in a
package deal with a doll and an exclusive little ChoroQ car at a Jusco
outside Sasebo. If you live outside Japan, I can't really help you
there, except maybe eBay...
ChoroQ HG2 (Road Trip)
Release: Worldwide
Summary: Good ole' Road Trip, or as the Japanese like to call it, ChoroQ HG2.
This is the first of the High Grade series to be published outside of
Japan, and it's my all-time favorite. Road Trip was a perfect mix of
adventure and racing, and made for one of the most unique experiences
I've had in gaming. This one should be easy enough to find online, and
a few stores still carry it.
ChoroQ HG3 (Gadget Racers PAL)
Release: Japan & Europe
Summary: A lot like Road Trip (HG2) in many respects, but I found HG3 to be much
more difficult, and the exploration elements didn't feel as open as the
last one. The game starts off with a psychedelic tutorial that teaches
you the game's new features, namely jumping and power jumping. Yes,
you heard correctly. While I never berate difficult games, I do have a
problem when you must upgrade immediately to survive the first races.
All in all though, it's more of what Road Trip was, and that's always a
welcome thing. Once again, good luck finding it if you don't live in
Japan, though HG3 is a fairly recent release and easy to find in Japan.
ChoroQ HG4 (ChoroQ)
Release: Japan & US (so far...)
Summary: What Atlus dubbed ChoroQ, is actually not the Japanese ChoroQ.
It is in fact ChoroQ HG4. HG4 is another radical departure for the
series as our viewpoint switches to an RC-car view when driving around.
Thankfully, races are done the same way you're used to. What you may
not be used to, however, is a more prominent story and a plethora of
races and modes. HG4 really has the most racing content out of series
and still retains much of what we loved about Road Trip. Still, I
like Road Trip's world better and will always be biased towards that
game. ChoroQ (HG4) is now an easy find in Japan and elsewhere, and
it's only $15, so what are you waiting for?
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/ Japanese Version \____________________________________________________________
MENU CONTROLS
( Circle ) Select
( X ) Select
( Triangle ) Cancel
( Square ) Cancel
TOWN / RACE CONTROLS
Controller Type A
( Circle ) Car Horn + Action
( X ) Accelerate
( Triangle ) Reverse
( Square ) Brake
( R1 ) Map / Camera
( R2 ) Shift Up
( L1 ) Auto Cruise
( L2 ) Shift Down
( SELECT ) Menu
( START ) Pause
Controller Type B
( Circle ) Accelerate
( X ) Reverse
( Triangle ) Brake
( Square ) Car Horn + Action
( R1 ) Map / Camera
( R2 ) Shift Up
( L1 ) Auto Cruise
( L2 ) Shift Down
( SELECT ) Menu
( START ) Pause
Controller Type C
( Circle ) Camera / Map
( X ) Accelerate
( Triangle ) Reverse
( Square ) Brake
( R1 ) Cart Horn + Action
( R2 ) Shift Up
( L1 ) Auto Cruise
( L2 ) Shift Down
( SELECT ) Menu
( START ) Pause
If the controls in the English version are different, I'll add another section
to this. A lot of Japanese games use the CIRCLE button like we use the X
button, but ChoroQ's layout uses the X button to accelerate like we're used to.
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Anyone new to the ChoroQ series should read these quick notes:
- Upgrades are the key to winning races. Upgrade early and often.
- At first you won't have much money. Stick with performance upgrades over
style until you get a good cash flow coming in.
- Explore! This isn't your standard racing game, take time to check out the
town and even enter other car's houses by driving into the doors.
- To talk with other cars, simply run into them.
- Some cars may give you parts or upgrades if you talk to or help them.
Be sure to talk with everyone!
- Equip off-road tires on non-paved courses or you'll be sliding all over.
- Check your mailbox often.
- Try your hand at some of the mini-games. They're fun and rewarding.
- Have fun! ChoroQ is all about fun, so don't forget to smile!
If anyone would like to add some advice to give to new players, email me!
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These are your options when you start up the game. I'll explain each in detail.
Q Story
Start
Continue
Other Race
2 Player Battle
Options
Controls
Vibration
Exit
Q STORY
This is the primary game mode. In story mode you can race, explore towns,
upgrade your car, check your mail and much more. See section (@12) for
detailed information.
OTHER RACE
Similar to a quick race or arcade mode of most other racing games. Pick your
course, pick a car and race. See section (@12) for detailed information.
TWO PLAYER BATTLE
Race Battle
Test your racing skills against a friend. You can import your car from story
mode. See Section (@12) for detailed information.
Minigames
Try your hand at a number of fun minigames against a friend. You can import
your car from story mode. See Section (@12) for detailed information.
OPTIONS
Controls
Choose between three controller configurations. Pick the one that fits you
best.
Vibration
Setting for your Dualshock's vibration reaction. Choose between a hard rumble,
soft rumble and no rumble.
Exit
Go back to the Main Menu
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STARTING UP...
Choose from one of three houses. (Blue / Green / Pink)
The choice is purely cosmetic, so go with whatever suits you best.
Next you select your gender (Male / Female) and month of birth (1-12)
Then choose one of three key-holders (Arc de Triumph / Race Car / Teddy Bear)
Now for the fun part. Choose from one of the six starting car models.
(ChoroQ 001-006) I chose to pimp out in the purple three-wheeler.
Just when you think it's over, it's time to enter your name. My game's
Japanese so I won't bother trying to guess what text options/symbols the
English version will have, but I'm sure you'll be able to use all kinds of
symbols to form whatever crazy name you want.
And now it's finally time to start the game...after a few short intros that is.
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As of now, I know of nine different race types for each of the five islands.
There is also 13 different courses with 3 variations each, making a grand total
of 39 courses.
The Race Modes:
Beginner Cup
Holiday Cup
Fight Cup
Pro Cup
Grand Prix
Wonder Cup
Parts Races
Tough Race/Extreme Cup
Royal Cup
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/ High Speed Oval \_____________________________________________________________
This small and simple course is fully-paved, so don't be afraid to bring out the
racing tires. The focus is on speed and careful passing strategies. There are
no surprises here, so your only worry should be staying ahead of the pack and
off the walls.
S-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
As far as strategy goes, speed is really the key here. You need only little
handling ability to make it around the wide turns here. Racing tires save the
day here, so be sure to equip them!
M-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
The sun's gone down but the lights are shining bright on a course you hardly
even need to see to navigate. This is an all out speed race, and racing tires
are a must.
L-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
This is the longest version of the course, but it really isn't much different.
The turns are a little sharper than before, but even a massive battleship could
make it around with ease. Well, maybe not, but your primary focus is on speed!
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/ Seaside Paradise \____________________________________________________________
This bright and cheery raceway is anything but a vacation. You have your work
cut out for you navigating winding roads, half-circle turns and a sharp hairpin.
Thankfully, the action stays on the course, keeping your car clean and racing
tires equipped.
S-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
This course is pretty standard fare, save for the hairpin turn at the
cruise-liner. Do your best to stay on the road, because sand and grass will
greatly slow you down when equipped with racing tires, which is what you should
be using.
M-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
All the fun of the S-Version, but this time a bridge, forested area and another
fairly sharp turn have been added. The bridge adds no difficulty to this, nor
does the area with trees. If you have opponents ahead of you coming into the
turn at the houses, don't slow down. Instead, as they slow down to take the
turn in their nice little programmed way, slam into their side and barrel
through the turn. Keep in mind a missed or bad shot can result in a spinout, a
meeting with a rail or both.
L-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
Yikes, this version of the course is long and windy. It adds a section where
you must take four half circle turns consecutively. Here's a stupid drawing of
what I mean: v^v^ Impressive, isn't it? Anyhow, you're going to need moderate
steering capabilities in this course or you'll suffer a major loss of time in
those four squiggly intestine-shaped turns.
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/ Toy Dream Circuit \___________________________________________________________
Enjoy a ChoroQ-sized race in up to three small rooms filled with every toy
imaginable. I know you just want to play with everything, but try not to get
too distracted.
S-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
M-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
L-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
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/ Oriental Challenge \__________________________________________________________
Road Trip fans may tear up at the sight of the spiritual sequel course to Fuji.
It's drop dead gorgeous, features awesome, pounding music and is the stage for
one of the most frenetic races in the game.
S-Version
On-Road : * * * *
Off-Road: *
Forget the fact that there's a short strip of off-road section in this course.
Go fully racing tires and you'll do just fine. The best place to gain time on
this box-shaped course is while climbing the stairs before the Golden Pavilion
look-alike. For some reason, it tends to slow your competitors down quite a
bit.
M-Version
On-Road : * * * *
Off-Road: *
L-Version
On-Road : * * * *
Off-Road: *
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/ Good Old American \___________________________________________________________
Race through a stereotypical American back country, complete with giant horns
and glowing neon signs. I'm only a real fan of the night version, but all of
it's variations are completely On-Road, making tire selection simple.
S-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
M-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
L-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
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/ Uptown Resort \_______________________________________________________________
Sun-drenched shores, sparkling caves and even a couple waterfalls make this one
of the most unforgettable courses in the game. Oh, and hearing your car cry as
you plummet into the water establishes the fact that cars can indeed be cute.
S-Version
On-Road :
Off-Road: * * * * *
M-Version
On-Road :
Off-Road: * * * * *
L-Version
On-Road : *
Off-Road: * * * *
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/ Jurassic Road \_______________________________________________________________
This course wins my vote for the craziest off-road experience. Muddy jungle,
wrecked ships and dinosaurs, oh my!
S-Version
On-Road :
Off-Road: * * * * *
M-Version
On-Road : *
Off-Road: * * * *
L-Version
On-Road : *
Off-Road: * * * *
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/ Sky Highway \_________________________________________________________________
If you like driving through the clouds on raceways suspended in air, than this
is the course for you! Parachutes not required.
S-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
M-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
L-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
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/ Dungeon Heat \________________________________________________________________
Will you discover the ancient curse and solve the mystic puzzle of the desert
tomb? Maybe not, but at least you can enjoy an intense race through the Temple
of Vroom. (sorry, couldn't resist)
S-Version
On-Road : * * * *
Off-Road: *
M-Version
On-Road : * * * *
Off-Road: *
L-Version
On-Road : * * * *
Off-Road: *
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/ Dangerous White \_____________________________________________________________
Bring your ski pass to this great outdoors adventure in the snowy Dangerous
White. Complete with spaceship and lodge.
S-Version
On-Road : *
Off-Road: * * * *
M-Version
On-Road : *
Off-Road: * * * *
L-Version
On-Road : *
Off-Road: * * * *
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/ Trans-Trip \__________________________________________________________________
Ever wondered what it'd be like to ride the information superhighway? Well
here's your chance in this extremely miniature course through a very strange
electronic device.
S-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
M-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
L-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
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/ Planet Jump \_________________________________________________________________
Space is no longer the final frontier as you drive like thick gravy over it's
low gravity surface and robot-run space colony. Retro robots, that is.
S-Version
On-Road : * * * *
Off-Road: *
M-Version
On-Road : * * *
Off-Road: * *
L-Version
On-Road : * * *
Off-Road: * *
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/ Castle in the Dark \__________________________________________________________
This castle really isn't as intimidating as it seems. I mean come on, dragons,
walls of fire and stalking ghosts never stopped you before. Wait, you've never
raced with those things before? Somebody needs to get out more.
S-Version
On-Road : * * * *
Off-Road: *
M-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
L-Version
On-Road : * * * * *
Off-Road:
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List Key:
LOC = Part Location (1-3) or Race Prize
RP = Race Prize
G = Gold/Item Price
N/A = Not Applicable
Chassis G LOC
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Chassis 1 N/A N/A
Chassis 2 5000 1
Chassis 3 15000 2,3
Chassis 5 Heavy 30000 3
Engine G LOC
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Scooter Engine N/A N/A
Twin Scooter Engine 3000 1
2 Cylinder Engine 5000 1
4 Cylinder Engine 7500 1
Rotary Engine 10000 1
6 Cylinder Engine 15000 1
8 Cylinder Engine 30000 2
V10 Engine 50000 2
Twin 8 Cylinder Engine 85000 3
Twin V10 Engine 105000 3
Tires G PS
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Normal Tires 1 N/A N/A
Normal Tires 2 3000 1
Maruchi Tires 5000 1
Racing Tires 1 7000 1
Racing Tires 2 20000 2,3,3
Racing Tires 3 30000 3
Off-Road Tires 1 7000 1
Off-Road Tires 2 25000 2,3
Off-Road Tires 3 40000 3
Brakes G PS
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Normal Brakes N/A N/A
Disk Brakes 2000 1
Double Disk Brakes 6000 2
Handling G PS
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Normal Steering N/A N/A
Quick Steering 2000 1
Very Quick Steering 5000 3
Transmission G PS
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3 Speed AT N/A N/A
4 Speed AT 3000 1
4 Speed MT 3000 1
5 Speed AT 7500 1
5 Speed MT 7500 1
6 Speed AT 22000 3
6 Speed MT 18000 3
7 Speed AT 50000 3
7 Speed MT 40000 3
CPU G PS
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Car Computer 7500 1
2 Giga CPU 10000 2
3 Giga CPU 20000 3
Turbo G PS
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Turbo Charger 5000 1
Super Charger 7500 2
Twin Turbocharger 10000 3
Meter G PS
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Normal Meter N/A N/A
Digital Meter 2500 1
Classic Meter 2500 1,3
Sports Meter 2500 2,3
Flaming Meter 5000 3
Horn G PS
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Hutsu Horn N/A N/A
Truck Horn 3000 1
Yanki Horn 5000 1
Ambulance Siren 5000 1
Patrol Siren 7500 2
New Siren 10000 3
Wheel G PS
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5-Spoke Wheels N/A N/A
Aero Wheels 3000 1
Mesh Wheels 3000 1
Deishiyu Wheels 5000 2
Nut Wheels 3000 2
Chrome Rims 10000 3
Front End G PS
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Ryapu Spoiler 5000 1,3
Ryapu Spoiler 2 10000 2,3
Hood G PS
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Ornament 5000 1
Air Scoop 5000 1
Big Air Scoop 10000 3
Bear Huroku? 5000 2,3
Night Flash 183000 2
Roof G PS
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Taxi Light 6000 1
Outdoor Carrier 5000 1
Police Light 2000 2
INEEDSLEEP 10000 3
Crazy Radar 10000 3
Wing G PS
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Super Spoiler 7500 1
Minivan Spoiler 5000 1
Minivan Spoiler 2 10000 2,3
Urutora Spoiler 15000 3
Rear End G PS
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Propeller 1 7500 1
Propeller 2 25000 2,3
Drag Chute 5000 1
Bumper 1 7500 2
Bumper 2 15000 3
Sides G PS
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Short Skis 7500 1
Long Skis 15000 3
Dressing Light? 5000 1
Dressing Light 2? 6000 2,3
Accessories G PS
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Car Audio 5000 1
Wanko 3000 1
Niyanko 3000 1
Hero Robot 3500 2
Retro Robot 4500 2
Maid Figure 12000 3
Sara Figure 15000 3
Dice 3000 3
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If you know what any of these car's real life counterpart is, please email me
and I'll credit you in this guide.
List Key:
# = The body number
G = Gold/Item Price
Make = The car's real life counterpart
BS = Body shop number where the body can be found (1-6)
*!* = Body not found in body shop. Look in secrets section for more info.
# G Make BS Description
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001 1000 3
002 1000 Nissan 350Z 3
003 1000 New Mini Cooper 1
004 1000 2
005 1000 2
007 1000 3
008 1000 New VW Beetle 1
009 1000 3
010 1000 Old Mini Cooper 4
011 1000 2
012 1000 4
013 1000 Mazda RX-7 3
015 1000 Old VW Beetle 1
022 1000 Peaugot 1
026 1000 BMW Z3 Wagon 5
029 1000 1
030 1000 Audi TT 6
033 2000 Nissan Skyline GT-R 2
034 1000 Porsche 911 5
039 1000 Scion Xb/Toyota Db 4
045 5000 5
051 800K Mercedes ___ 5
055 1000 Toyota Celica 2
059 1000 1
060 5000 6
061 1000 6
063 1000 3
068 1000 5
067 5000 6
080 1000 Jaguar ____ 6
084 1000 5
085 1MIL Lamborghini Diablo 6
091 1000 Lancer Evo. VI 3
095 1000 4
096 900K Ferrari ____ 6
101 1000 3
106 1000 Toyota AE86 Levin 3
110 1000 1
117 1000 Old Chevy Corvette 5
120 1000 1
126 1000 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2
129 5000 5
130 1000 Toyota Supra 4
132 1.2M Lamborghini Contoch 6
136 3000 6
137 1000 3
139 1000 2
141 1000 4
143 1000 Toyota 4Runner 2
144 1000 Dodge Viper 5
148 1000 Nissan 300ZX 2
151 1000 1
152 1000 1
164 1000 4
178 1000 Honda S2000 2
181 1000 1
182 1000 2
186 1000 1
187 1.5M Old Cadillac 5
189 5000 Fire Engine 3
190 1000 Street Cleaner 4
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/ Branchy Town \________________________________________________________________
Places of Interest:
Garage
Parts Shop: 1
Body Shops: 1,2
Paint Shop
Brancy Town is your home and where the game begins. It has a few cool places
to go and the first parts shop, which you'll get aquatinted with real fast.
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/ Poqui Town \__________________________________________________________________
Places of Interest:
Parts Shop: 2
Body Shop: 3,4
Food Shop
Toy Shop
House Builder?
Poqui is the second place you'll visit in ChoroQ. It's filled with a number of
shops and sights, as well as some excellent part and body shops. I've yet to
really do any exploring there so far, as racing is taking up the majority of my
time.
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/ Nyaky Town \__________________________________________________________________
Places of Interest:
Parts Shop: 3
Body Shop: 5,6
Nyaky is the third town you'll visit in ChoroQ. It has the absolute best parts
shop and some cool bodies to try on. I'm holding off on doing anything with
this town until I have some more solid info on the other two.
______ (@10)
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NOTE: Refer to this section for the Two-Player Battle Minigames.
NOTE: For now I'll include the Japanese descriptions of the games in Romanji, as
well as my English explanation of what the game's about.
NOTE: Don't take what I say too seriously. ^_^
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/ Trash Collector \_____________________________________________________________
Explanation: It's the grab-a-bunch-of-trash game! Always a hit at parties.
Race around the town and slam into garbage dumpsters to take their contents.
Snatch up 5 bags of trash and win!
Tips: There's 10 bags of trash, so there's no need worry about missing one.
Just keep moving and keep your opponent behind you.
Nihongo Description: taun o mawatte, gomi o kaishyushiyo. gomi wa, gomibadoni,
hureru dakede, kaishyu dekimasu. taun no gomibako wa, zenbude 10ko. sakini, 5ko
atsumeruto, kachidesu.
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/ Cliff Drifting \______________________________________________________________
Explanation:
A harrowing race along a cliffside road. The object is to stay on the road
and reach the finish before your opponent.
Tips:
Don't go too fast and encourage your friend to try and knock you off the
cliff. When they go for you, hit the brakes and they'll go flying over the
edge. This is the most awesome minigame to play with friends because you can
be so sinister!
Nihongo Description:
ruuru wa, kanten! sakini gooru made, hashirimeketara, kachidesu.
gakekaraochitara, makeni, narunode, ki o tsukeyou!
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/ Package Collector \___________________________________________________________
Explanation:
Drive up to houses with flags by their doors and collect packages. Collect 3
to win!
Tips:
You must back in to the flags (reverse) so that the packages go in your
trunk. Just running into them won't do the trick. Also, don't lose track of
your opponent.
Nihongo Description:
nimotsu o, kaishyushiyou! nimotsu o, kaishyusuruieniwa, hata gatatteruyo.
nimotsu wa, hatanibakudehurereba, kaishyudekimasu. nimotsu wa, zenbude 6ko.
sakini, 3ko, kaishyudekitara, kachidesu.
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/ Fishing \_____________________________________________________________________
Explanation:
This is a fishing minigame, and one of the most complex. You have three new
things that will appear on the screen. The bar in the upper-right portion of
the screen is a distance/wait meter. It is NOT a tension meter like in other
fishing games, so don't worry about breaking your line. Cast your line with
(Circle) and wait until a fish icon appears with a light-bulb over its head.
Then press (Circle) some more until the fish becomes interested and
eventually bites. When it bites, the fish will appear near the top of the
screen. Pound away at the (Circle) button until the meter fills. When it's
full, you've caught the fish. After catching one, you have to wait a sec for
the meter to cool down before casting again. Whoever catches the most fish
before the timer runs out wins!
Tips:
You can't fall off the edge! Drive as fast as you want to the fishing spot.
Nihongo Description:
mazu wa, tsurerubashyo o, sagasou. bashyo o kimetara, akushyonbatan de
kyasuteingushyou. sakanaga, kakattara, geezhini, chyuishite, hikiageyou.
akushyonbatan o, rendasurutohayaku, tsuriagerukotoga, dekimasu.
seigenjikanwa, 3pun. ooku, tsudahouga, kachidesu.
_______________
/ Rice Planting \_______________________________________________________________
Explanation:
The rice planting game! As you go back and forth through the fields,
repeatedly tap circle to plant small patches of rice. Whoever plants all
their rice first or has the most planted when the time runs out wins!
Tips:
Uh, press circle really fast while the red lights are up. Keep moving, and
that's about it.
Nihongo Description:
senyoupattsu o tsukatte, taue o shiyou. ranpuga, tentoushitara, taiminguyoku
akushyonbotan o oshi, ime o ueyou. seigenjikanwa, 2hun. ooku, uetahouga,
kachidesu.
___________
/ Slot Cars \___________________________________________________________________
Explanation:
Hold up on the right analog stick to accelerate. No turning is necessary.
Cars follow a predetermined track. The analog stick is pressure sensitive,
so however hard you push it up will be how fast your little car goes. Go too
fast around corners and you may fly off the track, losing valuable time!
Complete 10 laps around the track to win!
Tips:
Don't worry too much about flying off the track, but let off the gas when
nearing corners.
Nihongo Description:
migisuteiku o, uehoukouni, taosuto, surotokaaga, hashirimasu.
kasokushisugiruto, surotoka-ga, ko-suautosurunode, chyuishiyou. shyukaisuu
wa, 10shyu. sakinigoorusureba, kachidesu.
____________
/ Wreck Game \__________________________________________________________________
Explanation:
In this mini-game, you act as a tow truck for wrecked cars. Run into a
wrecked car to start towing it. Then drive it back to the building with the
green spinning thing in front of it. If you drive too fast with the car in
tow, and the meter fills up, you "drop" the car. If your opponent hits you
while towing, your meter will jump a little. Secure just one car to win.
Tips:
Tap the accelerator to keep the bar close to being full without completely
filling it. This will be much faster than if you hold the gas, left off, and
so on.
Nihongo Description:
koshyoushidaChoroQ o, sagashidashi, doraivinmade, keninshiyou. ChoroQni,
seshyokusuruto, rekkamodoninari, ChoroQ o, keninsuruyo. rekkamodode, supiido
o dasuto, keninchyunoChoroQga, hasureteshimaunode, ki o tsukeyou!
koshyoushidaChoroQ wa, 2dai. sakini, 1dai, hakondara, kachidesu.
_______________
/ Haunted House \_______________________________________________________________
Explanation:
A spooky old mansion is the setting for this coin collecting game. This
should be real nostalgic for all the Road Trip fans. Collect 10 coins or
have the most coins when the timer runs out to win!
Tips:
If you're faster than your friend, collect coins on a different floor. This
way you won't have to worry about duking it out, although that's always more
fun and satisfying. ^_^
Nihongo Description:
yuureiyashikino, tansakudesu. yashikinaini, chirabatta, [Qjika] o,
sagashidasou! yashikiniwa, 20kono, [Qjika] gaaruyo. sakini, 10ko, atsumetar,
kachidesu.
_________
/ Port 04 \_____________________________________________________________________
Explanation:
Hmm, it seems this minigame is misnamed. Port 04, or rather Bay 13 is the
stage for a daring game of chicken! Road Trip fans will once again be
nostalgic. Race for the edge of the dock, and hit the brakes so that your car
stops close to the edge without falling in.
Tips:
You aren't penalized for hitting cones, so use the last two to slow you down.
Nihongo Description:
Onajizinochikinresude, taisendesu! 2dai, doujinisuta-toshi, 400meetoru
sakiniaru, bureekine, toutatsushite, sakini, teishishitahouga, kachidesu.
bureekigaokurete, umini, tenrakushitara, makenimarunode, ki o tsukeyou.
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\ \ \/\_\ O T H E R R A C E
\ \___\_\ .....................................................................
\/___/_/
Other Race, is quick and arcadey racing all the way. Choose one of 20 pre-made
(and hilariously designed) cars, choose a course, and race! Great if you just
want to pick up and play for a few minutes at a time, or to keep a friend busy
until you're done showering or cleaning your room or something. You can choose
from 12 courses for Other Race:
(S) = Small
(M) = Medium
(L) = Large
High Speed Oval (M)
On-Road: *****
Off-Road:
Standard oval High Speed Oval at night with the stadium all lit up. Really
cool, and really fast.
Uptown Resort (M)
On-Road: *****
Off-Road:
Tour the Uptown Resort, with a detour that takes you over a bridge and through
a small grove of trees.
Dangerous White (S)
On-Road: *
Off-Road: ****
Travel along an icy course that takes you around wide turns and through a
submarine holding area.
Dangerous White (M)
On-Road: *
Off-Road: ****
Climb to the peak of this Winter Wonderland and then ski down to the bottom.
Be sure to pick up a bite to eat at the lodge.
Dungeon Heat (S)
On-Road: ****
Off-Road: *
Furious racing inside a magnificent temple, over a suspension bridge and back
out into the scorching desert sun.
Dungeon Heat (M)
On-Road: ****
Off-Road: *
Navigate a massive temple, through a gigantic tomb, and back around. I like
this version of the temple run the best. Great design!
Oriental Challenge (S)
On-Road: ****
Off-Road: *
Hands down THE BEST looking course in the game. Ancient Japan lit up at night
with more scenery than all the other levels combined. Fans of Road Trip will
remember Fuji, and how much they wish it was like this steroid-injected
festival of lights and sound. AWESOME.
Oriental Challenge (M)
On-Road: ****
Off-Road: *
While the S version of this course is my favorite, this one is longer and is
oozing with the same coolness of the night course. Many cool additions on this
course.
Good Old American (S)
On-Road: *****
Off-Road:
While none of the neon signs are on and it's day time...ah who am I kidding,
this course feels like a different beast altogether. I still like it better
at night.
Good Old American (M)
On-Road: *****
Off-Road:
A relaxing drive through the country at night, with dozens of neon signs
lighting the way. Oh, right, you're supposed to be racing.
Jurassic Road (M)
On-Road:
Off-Road: *****
What starts as a boring course develops into all out chaos complete with a
sunken ship and an earthquake zone. Off-Road at its best.
Toy Dream Circuit
On-Road: *****
Off-Road:
We are tiny again and loving it as we venture to another part of the toy-filled
room, including one toy carrying a "mirror" that allows you to not only look
through it, but the toy itself!
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\ \ \/\_\ T W O P L A Y E R B A T T L E
\ \___\_\ .....................................................................
\/___/_/
First, you can choose a pre-made car or import your custom ride from story mode.
If you need to make any mods to your car, you can do so before starting the
race. After everything is the way you like it, choose from one of nine race
courses.
Uptown Resort
On-Road: *****
Off-Road:
Scenic tour of an island from a twisty road. Hear the cows, see the cruise
liner and watch out for those sharp turns!
Dangerous White
On-Road: *
Off-Road: ****
Climb to the peak of this Winter Wonderland and then ski down to the bottom.
Be sure to pick up a bite to eat at the lodge.
Good Old AmericanJurassic Road
On-Road: *****
Off-Road:
A relaxing drive through the country at night, with dozens of neon signs
lighting the way. Oh, right, you're supposed to be racing.
Jurassic Road
On-Road:
Off-Road: *****
Muddy jungle course complete with cave, bridge, water driving and even a
dinosaur to drive on.
Planet Jump
On-Road: ***
Off-Road: **
Enjoy low-gravity driving through a spaceport and then on a foreign planet in
this futuristic course
Toy Dream Circuit
On-Road: *****
Off-Road:
Your car is toy sized, and the race course is set in a room full of toys.
Finally the ChoroQ car is accurately proportioned. ^_^
Castle in the Dark
On-Road: ****
Off-Road: *
Race through a magic castle, complete with giant dragons, walls of fire and a
graveyard filled with eerie ghosts.
Seaside Paradise
On-Road:
Off-Road: *****
Take to the water in this beautiful course. Navigate through colorful caves,
shallow waters, and maybe a waterfall or two. I love hearing the car cry as it
makes a big drop. ^_^
Sky Highway
On-Road: *****
Off-Road:
Take to the skies in this mammoth aerial arena of pure speed. Nothing stands
between you and top speed!
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\ \ \/\_\ F I N A L N O T E S
\ \___\_\ .....................................................................
\/___/_/
Okay, here's the list of things I need to add to this guide before it's
complete:
- Complete Course & Race Listings
- Race Strategies
- Completed Parts and Body List
- An item list
- A mail database
- FAQ section
- Full descriptions of towns
- Story/Events
- Secrets Section
- Change names to English version
- Fix all spelling and grammar errors
______ (@14)
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\ \ \/\_\ C R E D I T S
\ \___\_\ .....................................................................
\/___/_/
These people deserve special recognition for contributing to the guide, and
when it's about complete, their names will also be listed at the top of the
guide. My time is limited, so I welcome and greatly appreciate all the help.
Thank you for everything!
Cloud- Special thanks for helping me with a lot of English names before it's
released in America. Corrected names of every race, corrected town names,
reminded me of a race and gave info on the ????? race modes.
JDMPandaTrueno86- Contributed 37 (!) body names and growing. Not all of the
bodies are listed yet, but will be in a future update. This is a big help.
______ (@15)
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\ \ \/\_\ V E R S I O N H I S T O R Y
\ \___\_\ .....................................................................
\/___/_/
1.00 - 10/12/04: First release of the guide. Contains more info than I thought
I'd be able to gather in two days, but I did it. This guide is going to be
much better than the one I made for Road Trip.
1.01 - 10/13/04: Fixed numerous spelling/history errors. Added course list
(incomplete), fixed race info, added more parts/bodies, changed part names.
Translated many items to English (thanks Cloud!)
______ (@16)
/\ __ \ -----------------------------------------------------------------------
\ \ \/\_\ L E G A L S T U F F
\ \___\_\ .....................................................................
\/___/_/
This FAQ/Walkthrough is Copyright 2004 Steven Wootton. You may not reproduce,
copy, sell, distribute, or take any part of this guide or claim credit for
yourself. The guide is exclusive to GameFaqs, and if you stupid commercial
pay-sites post this guide like you did my Road Trip one, I'm gonna sue the
pants off you, or at least get a settlement. So leave it on GameFaqs, or if
you run a personal webpage that doesn't require its users to pay, email me and
I'll be glad to send you written permission to use my guide. Just in case it's
too hard to understand, I will be watching these sites specifically: IGN.com,
Gamespot, GameSpy, Cheat Code Central. If any one of those sites I mentioned
posts my guide on their site, I'll personally court-assault you until you come
on your knees crying for me to give you back your pathetic souls. You've been
warned. So back off. Of course none of that anger applies to personal webpage
owners.
