Road Trip is a unique entry in the PlayStation 2 library that blends the mechanics of a racing simulator with the structure of a role-playing game (RPG). Often compared to Gran Turismo meets Pokemon , the game places the player in the role of a sentient car navigating a massive, open world. It is widely regarded by retro gaming enthusiasts as a cult classic due to its depth, charming aesthetic, and surprising amount of content.

There are over 100 different body types to unlock or purchase. If you find a car on the street you like, you can usually buy that body style later. This "Gotta Catch 'Em All" aspect adds significant replay value.

Released in 2002, (known simply as Road Trip in North America and Choro Q HG 2 in Japan) is a cult-classic open-world racing RPG for the PlayStation 2 . Unlike traditional racers, the game casts you as a sentient car in a world inhabited entirely by other talking vehicles. Your ultimate goal is to win the World Grand Prix and replace the current, weary president of the car world. Quick Facts Developer: E-Game Inc. Genre: Racing RPG / Open-World Adventure Release Dates: 2002 (Japan/NA), 2003 (Europe) Series: Part of the Choro Q (Penny Racers) franchise

If you walked into a GameStop in 2006 and asked for a “racing game,” you’d likely walk out with Need for Speed: Carbon or Burnout Revenge . But if you asked for a , the clerk might have handed you a sleeper hit: Road Trip .

Also known as Road Trip: The Arcade Edition (US) or Gadget Racers (PAL regions), this PS2 title is one of the most misunderstood and addictive games of its generation. Let’s break down why you need to hunt this down for your retro shelf.