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Game Boy Advance · Racing
Crash Nitro Kart
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2003 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Vicarious Vision |
| Publisher | Universal Interactive |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Crash Bandicoot |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Crash Nitro Kart is a racing game released in 2003 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Vicarious Vision and published by Universal Interactive.
It landed about 2 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2003 include Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow and Sonic Battle.
It is part of the Crash Bandicoot series; on the GBA you can also try Crash Bandicoot 2: N-Tranced, Crash Bandicoot: The Huge Adventure and Crash Bandicoot Purple: Ripto's Rampage. The series also appears on other systems with Crash Bandicoot (PS1) and Crash Team Racing (PS1). Vicarious Vision also made Bruce Lee: Return of the Legend, Madagascar and Madagascar: Operation Penguin for the GBA.
Crash Nitro Kart supports up to 4 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 GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Crash Nitro Kart 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.
Crash Nitro Kart walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBA games today
The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.
Crash Nitro Kart FAQ
When did Crash Nitro Kart come out on the GBA?
Crash Nitro Kart was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003.
Who made Crash Nitro Kart?
It was developed by Vicarious Vision and published by Universal Interactive.
Is Crash Nitro Kart multiplayer?
Yes. Crash Nitro Kart supports up to 4 players.
How long does Crash Nitro Kart take to play?
As a racing game, Crash Nitro Kart 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.
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