Racing Destruction Set C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Racing

Racing Destruction Set

SystemCommodore 64
Released1985
GenreRacing
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 5

Published by Electronic Arts, Racing Destruction Set arrived on the Commodore 64 in 1985 as a racing game.

It landed about 3 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1985 include Entombed, Mail Order Monsters and Heart of Africa. Among the 70 C64 racing games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.

Racing Destruction Set 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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing Racing Destruction Set 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.

Racing Destruction Set 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.

Racing Destruction Set FAQ

When did Racing Destruction Set come out on the C64?

Racing Destruction Set was released for the Commodore 64 in 1985.

Who made Racing Destruction Set?

published by Electronic Arts.

Is Racing Destruction Set multiplayer?

Yes. Racing Destruction Set supports up to 2 players.

How long does Racing Destruction Set take to play?

As a racing game, Racing Destruction Set 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 Racing Destruction Set 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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