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During the year 2002 unit sales of computer games rose to a staggering 48.3 million, with one individual title breaking all previous records by exceeding one million unit sales in the UK alone. Love them or loath them, the computer industry has made an indelible impression on today’s youth culture. Perhaps its long overdue for this information ‘super highway’ to be employed to deliver a more responsible message. The product Pass Your Driving Test Safely Step By Step is the first tutorial created by Absolute Entertainment, a North West company who have seized the opportunity to expand on the driving lesson theme by means of the personal computer, and in doing so engage a massive audience who are more likely to digest information from behind a keyboard than more traditional methods. This style of tutorial caters for all age groups and levels of competency, which means that it’s just as invaluable as a precursor to booking driving lessons, as it is reference material during and after the learning process. Absolute Entertainment have made strong representation that their product is not designed to undermine or challenge the professional driving instructor but is positioned to offer constructive support via printable text files, audio/voice over narrations and photo realistic computer images. Pass Your Driving Test Safely Step By Step is unique in a number of way’s, firstly the sequential menu system allows the pupil to enter and exit the lessons at any given point, offering instant replay on all animations. This allows the user to go straight into the area they wish to concentrate on without having to view any other parts of the tutorial. The replay facility also enables the user to revisit any problematic topics time and time again; until they feel comfortable they have digested the information. Different camera angles The practical driving lessons are captured superbly by 3D computer generated animations that present the selected driving discipline on the menu bar. The chosen discipline or lesson can then be viewed from up to four different camera angles – from above, inside and in front of the vehicle. This allows the pupil to fully appreciate the manoeuvre from the most helpful position.
Virtual village Each lesson takes place in a unique, photo realistic virtual village complete with an assortment of moving vehicles, detailed streets and roads, buildings, shop fronts and even trees. Every manoeuvre is demonstrated by a fully animated yet life like Ford Fiesta Zetec that clearly shows how each procedure should be tackled. The intricate and incredibly life like virtual village is created using cutting edge animation techniques that really bring the lessons to life and add an element of fun to this predominantly serious topic. 5 products in one The Theory Test section is fully interactive and provides all of the information the pupil will need to learn in preparation for their actual test.
Perhaps the most vital part of this section is the mock Theory Test. The pupil is able to attempt an actual theory test, which is presented in exactly the same way it would be at the test centre, giving the pupil the added advantage of knowing exactly what to expect during their test. While the theory test element of this tutorial is designed to prepare the pupil for even the most difficult questions they may face, it also equips them with the skills and knowledge needed to become a safe and responsible driver. The Hazard Perception element of the tutorial is fundamental in preparing the user for this important topic that can often cause problems for learners.
The TSO Highway Code is also included on the two disk CD-ROM enabling the pupil to access its contents at the touch of a button. The tutorials clever ‘view and print’ facility enables the pupil to print selected sections of the Highway Code that are relevant to their needs, saving valuable time and effort.
Many new drivers believe that this topic more than any other warrants far greater input before taking up the challenge of motorway driving. Absolute have tried to address this problem by including detailed coverage, including entering and exit, lane discipline, braking, overtaking and hazards. Car maintenance videos Absolute Entertainment’s dedication to providing the ultimate learner driver product is further demonstrated by the inclusion of a comprehensive vehicle maintenance section. In September 2003, the Government brought in a new legislation that requires learner drivers to answer a series of questions on car maintenance as part of the DSA Driving Test. Pass Your
Pass Your Test Safely Step By Step is not only intended to help the pupil get through their driving test. It addresses many critical safety factors that are potentially dangerous to the driver and other motorists who are sharing the same road space. The tutorial endeavours to make the user think about their surroundings and consider the implications that each manoeuvre could have. While the tutorials impressive contents and stunning visuals are important, it is this total awareness of the value of safe driving that really does make Pass Your Driving Test Safely Step By Step the essential learner driver product, after all it is easy to teach someone to drive, but not so easy to teach them to stay alive.
Pass Your Driving Test Safely Step By Step can be purchased from most good software retailers For more information or a detailed promotional brochure please call 01204 669 566 or email info@absolutemedia.co.uk |
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