Motocross Racer 2600 box art

Atari 2600 · Racing

Motocross Racer

SystemAtari 2600
GenreRacing
DeveloperXonox
PublisherXonox
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Atari 2600, Motocross Racer is a racing game developed by Xonox.

Among the 23 2600 racing games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.

Xonox also made Artillery Duel, Chuck Norris Superkicks and Ghost Manor for the 2600.

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 2600 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 Motocross Racer 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.

Motocross Racer gameplay screenshot on 2600
In-game screenshot (2600)

Motocross Racer walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Motocross Racer.

If you like Motocross Racer, the Matrix also picks…

Playing 2600 games today

Most 2600 games are built for short, score-chasing sessions, which makes them perfect for a quick nostalgia hit. Original hardware is cheap and plentiful, the Atari 2600+ reissue plays original cartridges on modern TVs, and official collections such as Atari 50 bundle many first-party classics.

Motocross Racer FAQ

Who made Motocross Racer?

It was developed by Xonox.

Is Motocross Racer multiplayer?

No. Motocross Racer is a single-player game.

How long does Motocross Racer take to play?

As a racing game, Motocross Racer 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.

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.

Not sure? Let the Matrix pick for you