MACH RIDER

When you mention futuristic racing to most players, the first Nintendo game to come to mind won’t be Mach Rider. However, this NES game is plenty of fun, incorporating a variety of modes that allow you to focus on racing, combat or a mix of the two. The game is also a great example of why you might choose to focus on various different regions in your collection. If your goal is to make your money go as far as possible, you’ll want to look at the

brilliantly cheap Japanese version. However, if you’re the kind of collector that loves variants, you’ll want to take a look at the PAL releases. These include the ‘European version’, the ‘Spanish version’ and the ‘Mattel version’, all with different box art incorporating elements of the Japanese and American designs.