This is a different style of racing game in which you attempt to catch criminals by chasing them and ramming their cars off the road. Playing as two cops from the NYPD special “CHASE H.Q.” unit, the first half of each stage involves you maneuvering your unmarked car in a heated chase, followed by an action sequence in the latter half.
Once you reach the target vehicle, you flip on your lights and siren, and then try to stop the culprits by repeatedly colliding with them. Use your different gears wisely as you make your way through streets and around corners, and be careful not to hit objects or other cars, or you’ll lose speed. Also at your disposal are turbo units for temporary extra speed and ramming power.
Mon, 28 Jul 2008 by Corbie Dillard
1. Dazza
27 Jun 2008, 10:35 BST
Lets go Mr Driver!
2. worrybomb
27 Jun 2008, 12:28 BST
If the version of Chase H.Q. for the TG-16 is the same as the arcade version, then I'll be definitely getting this the day it is release. Had a lot of fun playing the arcade version back in the days.
3. Tony
27 Jun 2008, 20:31 BST
I eagerly wait the review since this game is announced for July. Its like Out Run meets Cops!
I remember playing this in the Arcade a few times. I remember this being really fun, I also remember how much I love the old arcades back in the day:)
4. Mr 64
01 Jul 2008, 13:37 BST
Thank goodness it's not the C64 version! I'm still scarred by the playground ridicule of my Spectrum owning friends at the sight of that attrocious port!
5. slangman
01 Jul 2008, 15:25 BST
I am glad its the Turbografx version over the NES version since its more arcade perfect.
6. Mickeymac
09 Jul 2008, 02:00 BST
This game looks awesome! With great arcade ports like this, I'm suprised the Turbografx-16 wasn't successful. What happened?
Lucky #7
7. David77
24 Jul 2008, 02:03 BST
I hope it's really a July release. And I hope it's a good port of the arcade, because i want it!
8. Atlantis1982
25 Jul 2008, 19:07 BST
@Mickeymac
I know what happened; Nintendo NES happened.
9. Mickeymac
25 Jul 2008, 23:55 BST
@Atlantis1982
You mean Super NES, right? Because some how, I don't see the NES leading to it's downfall.
10. Link79
26 Jul 2008, 06:45 BST
Is this a good game? I'm usually not a huge racing fan but if it's well done and fun to play I'm sold.
11. Corbie
28 Jul 2008, 00:09 BST
This was a fun arcade racer back in 1988, but it's just not held up very well over the years. I remember now why I used to sink so many quarters in the arcade games after trying to beat these strict time limits again.
12. Link79
28 Jul 2008, 01:03 BST
Sounds like I should pass. Thanks.
13. Mickeymac
28 Jul 2008, 07:46 BST
How are the controls? Otherwise, I stand by my assumption that this game will be awesome.
14. Draygone
28 Jul 2008, 15:55 BST
Even if the game doesn't come recommended, you gotta admit, that tunnel effect is pretty cool. I've never seen that effect done in an old racer like this before.
15. sadpanda212
28 Jul 2008, 16:03 BST
Well I'll still be getting this, I love the game. Hopefully out in the EU soon.
16. slangman
28 Jul 2008, 16:31 BST
... But now i am put off by the 2 star rating so now i don't think i will be getting this after all. Shame as ONM said this was one of the Turbographx games to look out for.
17. Corbie
28 Jul 2008, 16:39 BST
As I said, the visuals are the game's high point by far. It's all downhill after that.
18. gamerwizz
28 Jul 2008, 17:15 BST
is this version better than the master system version
19. spartan547
28 Jul 2008, 17:32 BST
This game does look kind of cool, but sounds like it would not be good to download. It looks a lot like Top Gear 2.
20. Terrible_Majesty
28 Jul 2008, 20:07 BST
I confused this game with the fun arcade driving/shooting hybrid, Lucky & Wild. Too bad that will never come out, it has never been ported to any console.
21. Mickeymac
28 Jul 2008, 20:23 BST
Dang! So it wasn't a good port after all! Oh well, I guess it's a good thing I was short on cash, because I woulda picked this up in a heart-beat, and have to experience the displeasure first-hand. I'll probably get this eventually though, since I'm weak, but I was saving some points for other games, and now I won't be wasting them this. Sad really, since I determined Ys wasn't worth getting, and I don't think I'll get Break In, so basicly out of the whole "Hudson Month", I'll only be getting Star Parodier. Though I could simply sub in some worthwhile games instead
22. PHANTOM93
29 Jul 2008, 01:11 BST
.....Sounds like the police chase mode from Burnout 2.....
23. Damo
29 Jul 2008, 08:54 BST
Phantom - that bit in Burnout 2 was inspired by Chase HQ.
To be honest, as much as I love this game it hasn't aged well. The arcade original is pretty shallow and it doesn't help that the TG-16/PC Engine conversion isn't anywhere near perfect. However, if you have a real desire to play this then pick up the Taito Memories collection on the PS2, or the Japanese Saturn Chase HQ/SCI double pack. Or, if you want to play a more advanced variant, pick up Ray Tracers on the PSX, which is a 3D update that Taito did. It can be completed in under an hour but is loads of fun while it lasts and shouldn't cost you much cash money.
24. David77
29 Jul 2008, 21:36 BST
And beside, I want to know why the arcade version is not on Taito legend 1 or 2
25. Corbie
30 Jul 2008, 04:34 BST
I'll second the Ray Tracers recommendation. Very cool game.
And I did say in the review that those who loved the arcade classic might like this as well, but to pass for everyone else. Some games age better than others. This one didn't age very well.
26. David77
30 Jul 2008, 23:52 BST
you're right about the fact that it didn't age well. but it's the same for every racer of it's kind. Most of the racer in you're top 10 racers wanted didn't age well, if not all (mario kart is the only one). We play them for nostalgia reason
27. Tony
31 Jul 2008, 00:29 BST
@ Draygone
These tunnel effects are way better than anything on 360 or PS3
28. HeikeKagero
31 Jul 2008, 01:41 BST
This game isn't that bad but it isn't that good either. I had never played this version before until today. I did however play Super Chase H.Q for SNES when it first came out and I enjoyed that one and thought that I would enjoy this one. The time limit is deffinitely annoying though
29. JRAPOCALYPSE
07 Aug 2008, 17:28 BST
Horrible review! i can beat this version with my eye's closed and i have no issues with control what so ever i think you just suck!! I own this hucard and play it quite frequently,it's a daily beater but a fun game.
30. bobuido
05 Sep 2008, 03:38 BST
I know I'm only gonna play this once or twice but that's worth £4.20 right? Looks in the air and shakes his fist Dam you nostalgia trips! Making me buy games I won't play... Again!
31. Ike-Mike
05 Sep 2008, 16:07 BST
I played this game a lot on the Game Boy.
32. CJ
09 Sep 2008, 22:47 BST
Loved this 18 years ago... but I shouldn't have downloaded it. Breaks my heart; its that rubbish.
33. deggs
25 Sep 2008, 21:22 BST
where's chase hq 2 for the genesis... i had that and loved it as a kid. you get to use different vehicles and stuff. i bought the snes one recently and it isn't as good (not too keen on the first person car view when the graphics aren't that great)
34. Rally
02 May 2009, 13:38 BST
I have this for the game boy. That version is ok, as well. I loved it.
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