AMERICAN TRUCK

Released by Nihon Telenet in 1985, *American Truck* is a distinctive action-racing title for the MSX that departs from the era's typical avoidance-based gameplay. Players command a heavily armored, 18-wheeled truck tasked with delivering classified NASA documents while traveling at speeds up to 200 km/h. Unlike traditional racing games where collisions result in immediate failure, this title encourages players to aggressively blast obstacles and rival vehicles off the road for points. Offering a high-octane blend of strategy and destruction, the game challenges players to navigate complex highway layouts and shifting road conditions to complete their vital mission.

You have been entrusted with a top-secret mission from NASA to transport classified documents across the country. To complete this objective, you are given a 18-wheeled American truck—a heavily armored behemoth capable of reaching speeds of 200 km/h. As you tear down the highway, you must navigate through heavy traffic and overcome various obstacles. You are expected to bypass or forcefully eliminate any opposition that attempts to block your path to the destination.