Test Drive Le Mans Dreamcast box art

Sega Dreamcast · Racing

Test Drive Le Mans

Deep cut

SystemSega Dreamcast
Released2000 (originally 1999)
GenreRacing
DeveloperAtari
PublisherSega
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesTest Drive
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Atari and published by Sega, Test Drive Le Mans arrived on the Sega Dreamcast in 2000 as a racing game. This Dreamcast release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1999.

It came out in the Dreamcast's second year on the market. Other notable Dreamcast releases from 2000 include Jet Set Radio, Sonic Shuffle and Skies of Arcadia.

It is part of the Test Drive series; on the Dreamcast you can also try Test Drive 6 and Test Drive Cycles. The series also appears on other systems with Test Drive 6 (PS1) and Test Drive Le Mans (PS1). Atari also made Q*bert and Centipede for the Dreamcast.

Test Drive Le Mans 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 Dreamcast hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing Test Drive Le Mans 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 Le Mans gameplay screenshot on Dreamcast
In-game screenshot (Dreamcast)

Test Drive Le Mans walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Dreamcast games today

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Test Drive Le Mans FAQ

When did Test Drive Le Mans come out on the Dreamcast?

Test Drive Le Mans was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 2000; the original game dates back to 1999.

Who made Test Drive Le Mans?

It was developed by Atari and published by Sega.

Is Test Drive Le Mans multiplayer?

Yes. Test Drive Le Mans supports up to 2 players.

How long does Test Drive Le Mans take to play?

As a racing game, Test Drive Le Mans 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 Le Mans 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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