Out Run turns 40 this year. In 1986, this game introduced a ton of cool new features.
It was the first arcade cabinet with a steering wheel featuring force feedback to mimic road surfaces, plus pedals and a gear shift.
It was also the first to let players choose from three synth-pop tracks (Magical Sound Shower, Passing Breeze, and Splash Wave) via an in-game radio to personalize the vibe.
It simulated real Ferrari Testarossa traits (horsepower, torque, and gears) and allowed skillful drifting - or bad drifting, in my case.
The road would fork (left/right) at certain intervals, also a first for its type, giving the player choice and making it more interactive.
Out Run ultimately became Sega's top-selling arcade game in 1987.