Motor Mania C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Racing

Motor Mania

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
Released1982
GenreRacing
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Commodore 64 in 1982, Motor Mania is a racing game.

It belongs to the C64's earliest wave of games. Other notable C64 releases from 1982 include Gangbusters, The Blade of Blackpoole and Evolution.

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 C64 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 Motor Mania 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.

Motor Mania walkthroughs & guides

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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.

Motor Mania FAQ

When did Motor Mania come out on the C64?

Motor Mania was released for the Commodore 64 in 1982.

Is Motor Mania multiplayer?

No. Motor Mania is a single-player game.

How long does Motor Mania take to play?

As a racing game, Motor Mania 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 Motor Mania 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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