Summary
- The Laika 601 Deluxe is a trusty vehicle but you’ll need to replace tires, fix the engine block, and refuel on multiple occasions
- Road conditions impact your Jalopy’s condition, so steer clear of collisions, pot holes and oil spills
- Keep an eye out and you can find wine, textiles, medicine, tobacco and even some tasty sausages on the road
The rise of capitalism brings an economical conundrum. Scavenge for scraps to make a small return of investment or become a baron of the open road and smuggle contraband under the eyes of border patrols to make a sizable profit.
Jalopy sees you and your uncle embark on a road trip across the former Eastern Bloc in 1990 – and being shrewd with your money is key to a successful journey. While your scrappy car, the Laika 601 Deluxe, is a trusty vehicle, you’ll need to replace tires, fix the engine block, and refuel on multiple occasions – and none of that comes free.
Road
conditions impact your Jalopy’s condition, so steer clear of collisions, pot
holes and oil spills. Drive over a pot hole at high speed and you risk a
punctured tire, and an unwelcome purchase at the gas station.
Every scrap of money you can make helps to ensure you’re well-funded for vital car repairs and maintenance.
Thankfully, you’ll be able to find the odd crate on the side of the road full of valuables you can sell at shops. Keep an eye out and you can find wine, textiles, medicine, tobacco and even some tasty sausages on the road. Every scrap of money you can make helps to ensure you’re well-funded for vital car repairs and maintenance.
The
economies of the various countries you’ll venture through on your road trip
differ. An item of low value in Germany may be worth more in Turkey, for
instance. Watch out for special offers in stores as it’s often worth buying
goods and taking them across the border with you to sell later. You’ll need to
be vigilant though – certain goods are banned at certain borders, so make sure
not to risk a hefty fine by attempting to smuggle illegal items.
We’d love to hear all about your adventures in the former Eastern Bloc, so why not share your stories from the road on social media with #JalopyXbox? We’ll retweet some of our favourites.
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