Atari Lynx · Shooter / Racing
BattleWheels
Deep cut
| System | Atari Lynx |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Shooter, Racing |
| Developer | Beyond Games |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–6 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Beyond Games and published by Atari, BattleWheels arrived on the Atari Lynx in 1993 as a shooter. It blends shooter and racing elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Lynx's life. Other notable Lynx releases from 1993 include Lemmings, Desert Strike and Gordo 106. Among the 5 Lynx shooters in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
BattleWheels supports up to 6 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Lynx hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing BattleWheels is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
BattleWheels walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for BattleWheels.
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Playing Lynx games today
The Lynx library is small, so it is easy to find its best games, and it remains a cult favorite among handheld collectors.
BattleWheels FAQ
When did BattleWheels come out on the Lynx?
BattleWheels was released for the Atari Lynx in 1993.
Who made BattleWheels?
It was developed by Beyond Games and published by Atari.
Is BattleWheels multiplayer?
Yes. BattleWheels supports up to 6 players.
How long does BattleWheels take to play?
As a shooter, BattleWheels typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about BattleWheels 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.