My wife and I just got our Namco II: Ms Pac-Man with 5 TV Games unit, and I had to tear myself away from the Pole Position game. The first time I played it (without reading the directions), I couldn't figure out how to make the race car I was driving turn left or right. Kathleen picked up the directions and said, "You're supposed to turn the joystick left or right to make the car turn." So, I tried that and it works.

I was always good at this game, meaning that I could consistantly qualify for the race, then race well so that I would get "Extended Time" at least once. After getting the hang of steering, I was able to repeat those '80s performances in short order.

I'll try to talk about the other games some other time. But, if you liked Pole Position in the arcade, I think it's safe to say that you'll think Namco II: Ms Pac-Man with 5 TV Games is worth buying, so that you can play occasionally with friends and family.