Road Rash 3DO box art

3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Racing

Road Rash

Deep cut

System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1994
GenreRacing
DeveloperElectronic Arts
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesRoad Rash
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by Electronic Arts, Road Rash arrived on the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1994 as a racing game.

It came out in the 3DO's second year on the market. Other notable 3DO releases from 1994 include The Need for Speed, Gex and Way of the Warrior. Among the 7 3DO racing games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.

It is part of the Road Rash series. The series also appears on other systems with Road Rash II (Genesis) and Road Rash 3 (Genesis). Electronic Arts also made Shock Wave and Shredfest for the 3DO.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the 3DO hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Road Rash is like

Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.

Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.

Road Rash gameplay screenshot on 3DO
In-game screenshot (3DO)

Road Rash walkthroughs & guides

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Road Rash FAQ

When did Road Rash come out on the 3DO?

Road Rash was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1994.

Who made Road Rash?

It was developed by Electronic Arts.

Is Road Rash multiplayer?

No. Road Rash is a single-player game.

How long does Road Rash take to play?

As a racing game, Road Rash typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Road Rash on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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