Racing Fever GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Racing

Racing Fever

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2005
GenreRacing
DeveloperNAPS Team
PublisherNeko Entertainment
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by NAPS Team and published by Neko Entertainment, Racing Fever arrived on the Game Boy Advance in 2005 as a racing game.

It landed about 4 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2005 include Pokémon Emerald, Mario Party Advance and WarioWare: Twisted!.

NAPS Team also made Gekido Advance: Kintaro's Revenge for the GBA.

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 GBA 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 Racing Fever 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 Fever gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

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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.

Racing Fever FAQ

When did Racing Fever come out on the GBA?

Racing Fever was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005.

Who made Racing Fever?

It was developed by NAPS Team and published by Neko Entertainment.

Is Racing Fever multiplayer?

No. Racing Fever is a single-player game.

How long does Racing Fever take to play?

As a racing game, Racing Fever 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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