Test Drive 6 Dreamcast box art

Sega Dreamcast · Racing

Test Drive 6

SystemSega Dreamcast
GenreRacing
DeveloperMidway Studios – Newcastle
PublisherInfogrames
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesTest Drive
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 7

Developed by Midway Studios – Newcastle and published by Infogrames, Test Drive 6 arrived on the Sega Dreamcast as a racing game.

Among the 50 Dreamcast racing games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.

It is part of the Test Drive series; on the Dreamcast you can also try Test Drive Cycles and Test Drive Le Mans. The series also appears on other systems with Test Drive 6 (PS1) and Test Drive Le Mans (PS1). Midway Studios – Newcastle also made Demolition Racer for the Dreamcast.

Test Drive 6 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 Test Drive 6 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.

Test Drive 6 gameplay screenshot on Dreamcast
In-game screenshot (Dreamcast)

Test Drive 6 walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Dreamcast games today

Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.

Test Drive 6 FAQ

Who made Test Drive 6?

It was developed by Midway Studios – Newcastle and published by Infogrames.

Is Test Drive 6 multiplayer?

Yes. Test Drive 6 supports up to 2 players.

How long does Test Drive 6 take to play?

As a racing game, Test Drive 6 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 Test Drive 6 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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