Chase H.Q. (1988). Play online

Summary

Chase H.Q. drops you into the driver’s seat of a sleek black Porsche 928, racing against a clock to catch a named felon before the sirens fade. Each of the five frantic stages begins with a radio call from Nancy at HQ on the 2‑meter amateur band, then sends you careening toward a criminal’s signature ride—whether it’s a white Lotus Esprit, a yellow Lamborghini Countach, a silver Porsche 911, a blue Ferrari 288 GTO or a red Porsche 928. The split‑path highway forces you to choose the correct fork, because a wrong turn eats precious seconds, and every collision or slow‑poke risk lets the thief outrun you.

Time limits are tight—60 seconds to close the gap, then another short burst to ram the suspect enough to force a stop and make the arrest. Bonus points pile up for clear runs, time saved, and achieving the coveted five‑million‑point perfect game, letting seasoned players finish on a single credit. Technically, the arcade’s sprite scaling, hill effects and perspective feel like an upgraded Out Run, which helped it dominate Japan’s 1989 arcade charts and become a beloved coin‑op in Europe.

Storyline

Chase H.Q. puts you behind the wheel of a black Porsche 928 as police officer Tony Gibson. He works for the Chase Special Investigation Department and teams up with partner Raymond Broady. Their job is to chase down fleeing criminals in high‑speed pursuits across city streets. Each mission tasks the duo with locating the suspect’s vehicle, catching up, and forcing a stop before the crook escapes. The game’s focus on fast action and police teamwork defines its classic arcade appeal.