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1995 · The Software Refinery · Racing · Shooter

Slipstream 5000

Take over control of one of many futuristic racers which fly through courses all over the world. A very nice feature is the ability of picking up weapons during fight to keep your opponents under control. You're able to upgrade your racer after every track.

Released: 1995
Platforms: MS-DOS Windows macOS
Genres: Racing Shooter Sports
Developers: The Software Refinery
Publishers: Gremlin Interactive
Modes: Single-player
Perspective: First person Third person
Themes: Action Science fiction
Country: United Kingdom
Age ratings: USK 12
Languages: English, French, German
Time to beat: 1.5hmain story3hcompletionist

About

Slipstream 5000 is a 3D airplane combat/racing video game developed by The Software Refinery and published by Gremlin Interactive for MS-DOS in July 1995.

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Reception

Although sales were not very high due to stiff competition from consoles, the game was generally well received, having 3D graphics and gameplay advanced for its time. While it was soon superseded by console games with superior graphics, Slipstream 5000 was later described as having been years ahead of its competition. PC Gamer magazine US rated it at 89%.

Next Generation gave the MS-DOS version three stars out of five.