Overview and Gameplay
Michael Knight and KITT race across North America to stop a terrorist organization armed with a stolen weapon. Knight Rider combines first-person driving with vehicular shooting, strict time limits, and resource management. Its 15 stages follow a city-to-city route, with major targets confronted across three-stage mission groups.
Before each drive, one system can be improved, including fuel, shields, engine performance, missiles, or lasers. On the road, the player avoids civilian traffic, destroys hostile vehicles, collects recovery items, and preserves time, fuel, and shield strength. Passwords resume progress from completed mission groups.
Controls And Mechanics
- Use the directional pad to steer, accelerate, and brake.
- Fire the selected weapon, switch between available weapons, and use Turbo Boost to jump over hazards.
- The machine gun has unlimited ammunition, while missiles and lasers are limited.
- Attacking blue civilian vehicles causes a time penalty.
- The game supports one player only.
Version Notes
The US version limits Engine upgrades to three levels, while the Japanese Famicom release allows five.
Release And Credits
- Year: 1989
- Developer: Pack-In-Video
- US publisher: Acclaim Entertainment
- Original platform: Famicom
