{"id":6046,"date":"2024-04-19T13:34:11","date_gmt":"2024-04-19T13:34:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/videogames.org\/?p=6046"},"modified":"2024-04-19T13:34:54","modified_gmt":"2024-04-19T13:34:54","slug":"pole-position-ii","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/videogames.org\/?p=6046","title":{"rendered":"Pole Position II"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"6046\" class=\"elementor elementor-6046\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-95a6e30 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"95a6e30\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-8feada1\" data-id=\"8feada1\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd6021c elementor-position-top elementor-widget elementor-widget-image-box\" data-id=\"fd6021c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.17.0 - 08-11-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-content{width:100%}@media (min-width:768px){.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-position-left .elementor-image-box-wrapper,.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-position-right .elementor-image-box-wrapper{display:flex}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-position-right .elementor-image-box-wrapper{text-align:right;flex-direction:row-reverse}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-position-left .elementor-image-box-wrapper{text-align:left;flex-direction:row}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-position-top .elementor-image-box-img{margin:auto}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-vertical-align-top .elementor-image-box-wrapper{align-items:flex-start}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-vertical-align-middle .elementor-image-box-wrapper{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-vertical-align-bottom .elementor-image-box-wrapper{align-items:flex-end}}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-img{margin-left:auto!important;margin-right:auto!important;margin-bottom:15px}}.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-img{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-title a{color:inherit}.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-wrapper{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-description{margin:0}<\/style><div class=\"elementor-image-box-wrapper\"><figure class=\"elementor-image-box-img\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"369\" src=\"https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pole-position-II_marquee.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-6049\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pole-position-II_marquee.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pole-position-II_marquee-300x92.jpg 300w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pole-position-II_marquee-1024x315.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pole-position-II_marquee-768x236.jpg 768w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pole-position-II_marquee-18x6.jpg 18w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pole-position-II_marquee-600x185.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"elementor-image-box-content\"><h3 class=\"elementor-image-box-title\">Pole Position II<\/h3><p class=\"elementor-image-box-description\">Arcade \/ Namco 1983<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-5922025 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5922025\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-0f940f5\" data-id=\"0f940f5\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8dd1cfb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8dd1cfb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.17.0 - 08-11-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p>Pole Position II is an arcade racing video game developed and published by Namco in 1983 as a sequel to the original Pole Position. Building upon its predecessor&#8217;s success, Pole Position II offered enhanced graphics, more challenging tracks, and additional gameplay features, cementing its status as a classic in the racing genre.<\/p><p>Pole Position II was developed by Namco as a follow-up to the immensely popular Pole Position. The game was designed to push the boundaries of arcade racing gameplay, offering players a more immersive and thrilling experience. Development of the game focused on refining the graphics and gameplay mechanics while introducing new tracks and obstacles to test players&#8217; skills.<\/p><p>Upon its release, Pole Position II received widespread acclaim from both players and critics alike. Praised for its improved graphics, challenging gameplay, and adrenaline-pumping action, the game quickly became a favorite in arcades around the world. Its success solidified Namco&#8217;s position as a leading developer in the arcade industry and established Pole Position II as a timeless classic.<\/p><p>Pole Position II was released in various forms, including stand-up arcade cabinets and cocktail arcade machines. Additionally, the success of Pole Position II led to the development of several sequels and spin-offs, further expanding the franchise&#8217;s popularity and influence in the racing genre.<\/p><p>While Pole Position II arcade cabinets were once prevalent in arcades worldwide, finding a working unit today can be challenging due to their age and limited production numbers. As a result, well-maintained and fully functional cabinets are considered rare collectors&#8217; items, with prices varying depending on factors such as condition, location, and demand.<\/p><p>CPU: Zilog Z80 @ 3.072 MHz<br \/>Sound CPU: Namco WSG (3-channel mono)<br \/>Sound Chips: Namco WSG (3-channel mono), Namco 52XX (3-channel mono)<br \/>Display Resolution: 288&#215;224 pixels<br \/>Cabinet Type: Stand-up or cocktail<br \/>Controls: Steering wheel, gear shifter, accelerator, brake<br \/>Relevant Parts for Repairs:<\/p><p>Steering Wheel Assembly<br \/>Accelerator and Brake Pedals<br \/>Power Supply Unit<br \/>Monitor (CRT)<br \/>Control Panel (Buttons, Joystick)<br \/>PCB (Printed Circuit Board)<br \/>Wiring Harness<br \/>Cabinet Housing and Artwork<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-183fd73\" data-id=\"183fd73\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21ea4b6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"21ea4b6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! 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