Initial D Second Stage: Fastest Typing in Kanto Project (頭文字D Second Stage ~タイピング関東最速プロジェクト~, Inisharu D Second Stage ~Taipingu Kantō Saisoku Purojekuto~) is a 2001 typing-based video game developed and published by e-frontier for Microsoft Windows and Classic Mac OS. The game is the sequel to Initial D: Ryosuke Takahashi's Fastest Typing-theory.
The game features battles from Initial D Second Stage, with typing segments integrated into the gameplay. Players take on the roles of Takumi Fujiwara in his respective races from the stage, as well Keisuke Takahashi in his battle against Seiji Iwaki which is an anime exclusive and was later released in Initial D Battle Stage. Along with Ryosuke Takahashi in his battle against Kyoichi Sudo.[2]
The game was later included in the Initial D Typing Memorial Pack.
Gameplay[]
The game features two main game modes: "Practice" and "Battle".[4]
Practice Mode[]
Practice Mode helps players familiarize themselves with basic keyboard setup, including finger positioning, key locations, and keyboard rows. It includes specific exercises for right-hand typing, left-hand typing, and typing with both hands. Ryosuke Takahashi provides explanations on how to perform these basic functions. Additionally, each section includes practice games where players must type out characters accurately and quickly to reveal a picture puzzle.
Battle Mode[]
Battle Mode consists of five races from Initial D Second Stage, each referred to as a Stage. During Stages, battle footage is shown while players must type out the text displayed on the screen to progress. This game features a refined battle system compared to its predecessor, introducing new mechanics such as a speedometer, and a gear system. As players correctly type each sequence, the speedometer increases, and once full, the gear shifts up.
Each question has a time limit bar that decreases over time; if the player fails to answer before it runs out, they lose progress. The screen also displays the number of questions answered and the remaining questions for the race.
There is a "Spirit Gauge" in the top right corner that decreases when errors are made. If the gauge fully depletes, the game results in a Game Over. Additionally, depending on the player's opponent, their team sticker is cut by the opponent after the battle concludes.
Battles[]
- Takumi Fujiwara vs Seiji Iwaki
- Takumi Fujiwara vs Kyoichi Sudo
- Keisuke Takahashi vs Seiji Iwaki
- Ryosuke Takahashi vs Kyoichi Sudo
- Takumi Fujiwara vs Wataru Akiyama
Music[]
| Song | Artist | Race (if applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| Blazin' Beat | m.o.v.e | N/A (Opening) |
| 100 | Dave Rodgers | N/A (Practice Mode) |
| Emperor III | Ryuichi Katsumata | N/A (Character Intro) |
| Mikado | Dave McLoud | Takumi Fujiwara vs Seiji Iwaki |
| Don't You (Forget About My Love) | Sophie | Takumi Fujiwara vs Kyoichi Sudo |
| Burning Desire | Mega NRG Man | Keisuke Takahashi vs Seiji Iwaki |
| Make My Day | Derreck Simons | Ryosuke Takahashi vs Kyoichi Sudo |
| Gimme The Night | Dave McLoud | Takumi Fujiwara vs Wataru Akiyama |
| Goodbye Yellow Brick Road | Wain L. | N/A (Credits) |
System Requirements[]
Microsoft Windows[5]
- OS: Windows 98, Me, 2000 Professional
- CPU: Intel MMX Pentium II 266 MHz or higher
- Memory: 65 MB or more (120 MB or more recommended)
- Hard Drive: 700 MB or more
- Display: 640×480 resolution or higher, capable of full color display
- Graphics: DirectX-compliant graphics card recommended
- Sound: Sound Capable of multi-sound playback with DirectSound (PCI sound card by SoundBlaster recommended)
- CD-ROM Drive: 4× speed or higher
- DirectX 5.0 or higher must be able to run
macOS[6]
- OS: MacOS 8.6 or higher (Operation under MacOS X Classic mode is not guaranteed)
- CPU: PowerPC G3 266MHz or higher (PowerPC G4 300MHz or higher recommended)
- Memory: 65 MB or more (120 MB or more recommended)
- Hard Drive: 700 MB or more
- Display: 640×480 resolution or higher, capable of full color display
- CD-ROM Drive: 4× speed or higher
Trivia[]
- This game features the battle between Keisuke Takahashi and Seiji Iwaki. This battle is unshown in the manga or the anime, only being shown in Battle Stage. This game predates Battle Stage by 9 months, and so is technically the debut of this battle.
- The CG footage used is identical to what is shown in Battle Stage, so the developers may have been offered it early as a sort of preview.
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Fujiwara Tofu Shop (March 11, 2018). "Fastest Typing in Kanto Project - Part #11 - Credits (ENG SUB)". Youtube. Retrieved on February 5, 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "イーフロンティア、『頭文字(イニシャル)D”』のタイピングソフトを発売" (ja). ASCII.jp (July 5, 2001). Retrieved on February 5, 2025.
- ↑ "イープライスシリーズ 頭文字D Second Stage タイピング関東最速プロジェクト" (ja). Amazon. Retrieved on February 5, 2025.
- ↑ "頭文字D Second Stage タイピング関東最速プロジェクト" (ja). e-frontier. Retrieved on February 5, 2025.
- ↑ "頭文字D2 ～タイピング関東最速プロジェクト～ Windows版" (ja). e-frontier. Archived from the original on August 27, 2002. Retrieved on February 5, 2025.
- ↑ " 頭文字D2 ～タイピング関東最速プロジェクト～ Macintosh版" (ja). e-frontier. Archived from the original on August 27, 2002. Retrieved on February 5, 2025.
External Links[]
- Official Website at e-frontier
- Old Website (Wayback Machine) at e-frontier
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| Initial D Games | |
|---|---|
| Arcade | Arcade Stage • Arcade Stage Ver. 2 • Arcade Stage Ver. 3 • Arcade Stage 4 • Arcade Stage 5 • Arcade Stage 6 AA • Arcade Stage 7 AAX • Arcade Stage 8 Infinity • Arcade Stage Zero • The Arcade • Pachislot Initial D • P Initial D |
| Nintendo | Initial D Gaiden • Initial D Another Stage • Initial D EX (Unreleased) • Initial D: Perfect Shift Online |
| Sega | Initial D: Fastest Public Road Legend |
| PlayStation | Initial D • Ryosuke Takahashi's Fastest Typing-theory • Initial D Special Stage • Initial D Street Stage • Initial D Extreme Stage |
| PC | Ryosuke Takahashi's Fastest Typing-theory • Fastest Typing in Kanto Project • Initial D Mountain Vengeance • ZipZaps Special Edition: Featuring Initial D |