Colin McRae Rally GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Racing

Colin McRae Rally

SystemGame Boy Color
Released2001
GenreRacing
DeveloperSpellbound
PublisherTHQ
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Game Boy Color in 2001, Colin McRae Rally is a racing game developed by Spellbound and published by THQ.

It landed about 3 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2001 include Pokémon Crystal, Resident Evil Gaiden and Mega Man Xtreme.

Spellbound also made The Dukes of Hazzard: Racing for Home for the GBC.

Colin McRae Rally is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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 GBC 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 Colin McRae Rally 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.

Colin McRae Rally gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

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Playing GBC games today

GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.

Colin McRae Rally FAQ

When did Colin McRae Rally come out on the GBC?

Colin McRae Rally was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.

Who made Colin McRae Rally?

It was developed by Spellbound and published by THQ.

Is Colin McRae Rally multiplayer?

No. Colin McRae Rally is a single-player game.

How long does Colin McRae Rally take to play?

As a racing game, Colin McRae Rally 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.

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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