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Import Tuner Challenge
Import Tuner ChallengeRace Tokyo's expressways and dethrone the Speed King in high‑octane street battles.
Wangan Midnight
Wangan MidnightHigh‑speed Tokyo expressway racing with manga‑inspired battles
Overview
Description

Set on the Shuto Expressways of Tokyo, Import Tuner Challenge lets players battle 415 rivals across iconic routes like Rt.3 Shibuya and Rt.4 Shinjuku. The story follows the hero, best friend of the vanished Speed King, as he defeats the 13 Devils, Bloodhound, and the mysterious Phantom 9. The game features classic C1 and Shinkanjo tuning, a deep single‑player narrative, and both local and online multiplayer modes, delivering a true Japanese import‑tuner experience on Xbox 360.

Beyond the story, players can test their skills in Time Attack or challenge a friend in local split‑screen Versus mode, choosing from licensed Japanese performance cars. The arcade cabinet features dual racing seats, steering wheels, and pedals for an immersive driving experience.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Racing
Racing
Best for
Racing fans and car enthusiasts
Arcade racers and manga fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$59.99
release date
2006-07-27
2001-02-02
Specifications
developer
Genki
Genki
publisher
Ubisoft Entertainment, Genki
Namco Limited
age rating
ESRB E
PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
critic score
58/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Huge roster of 415 rivals provides long‑term challenge
  • Authentic Tokyo expressway settings with new highway sections
  • Deep car tuning system with classic parts
  • Both single‑player story and multiplayer modes
  • Immersive dual‑seat arcade cabinet
  • Faithful manga story integration
  • Licensed Japanese performance cars
  • Dynamic traffic and time‑of‑day system
Cons
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Limited to Xbox 360 platform only
  • Story can feel repetitive after many races
  • Limited to arcade hardware, no home console ports
  • Split‑screen only supports two players locally
  • No online multiplayer or leaderboards
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