Rock n' Roll Racing GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Racing

Rock n' Roll Racing

Deep cut Co-op

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2003 (originally 1993)
GenreRacing
DeveloperMass Media
PublisherBlizzard Classic Arcade
Players1–2 players (co-op)
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesRock n' Roll Racing
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003, Rock n' Roll Racing is a racing game developed by Mass Media and published by Blizzard Classic Arcade. This GBA release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993.

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 Rock n' Roll Racing series. The series also appears on other systems with Rock n' Roll Racing (Genesis) and Rock n' Roll Racing (SNES). Mass Media also made Pac-Man Collection and Blackthorne for the GBA.

Rock n' Roll Racing supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you want a game to beat together with a friend
  • 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 Rock n' Roll Racing 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.

Rock n' Roll Racing gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

Rock n' Roll Racing cheats & codes

7 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:

Lots Of Cash830012EC 5000
No Damage33000DDF 000C
Enable Code (Must Be On)0000A582 000A 10000B88 0007
Max Points330001A8 0063 330001AA 0063
Start On Last Lap73000E06 0000 33000DF1 0001
Infinite Ammo43000D90 0700 00000008 0004

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Rock n' Roll Racing walkthroughs & guides

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Rock n' Roll Racing FAQ

When did Rock n' Roll Racing come out on the GBA?

Rock n' Roll Racing was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003; the original game dates back to 1993.

Who made Rock n' Roll Racing?

It was developed by Mass Media and published by Blizzard Classic Arcade.

Is Rock n' Roll Racing multiplayer?

Yes. Rock n' Roll Racing supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.

How long does Rock n' Roll Racing take to play?

As a racing game, Rock n' Roll Racing 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 Rock n' Roll Racing 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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