Commodore 64 · Racing
Championship Sprint
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1986) |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Atari, Championship Sprint arrived on the Commodore 64 in 1991 as a racing game. This C64 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986.
It landed about 9 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1991 include Death Knights of Krynn, Darkman and Cover Girl Strip Poker. Among the 70 C64 racing games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.
Atari also made Q*bert, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and Peter Pack Rat for the C64.
Championship Sprint supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Championship Sprint 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.
Championship Sprint walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Championship Sprint.
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Playing C64 games today
C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.
Championship Sprint FAQ
When did Championship Sprint come out on the C64?
Championship Sprint was released for the Commodore 64 in 1991; the original game dates back to 1986.
Who made Championship Sprint?
It was developed by Atari.
Is Championship Sprint multiplayer?
Yes. Championship Sprint supports up to 2 players.
How long does Championship Sprint take to play?
As a racing game, Championship Sprint 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 Championship Sprint 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.