Evel Knievel GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Racing

Evel Knievel

Deep cut

SystemGame Boy Color
Released1999
GenreRacing
DeveloperTarantula Studios
PublisherRockstar Games
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesEvel Knievel
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Evel Knievel is a racing game released in 1999 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Tarantula Studios and published by Rockstar Games.

It came out in the GBC's second year on the market. Other notable GBC releases from 1999 include Pokémon Pinball, Conker's Pocket Tales and Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch. Among the 73 GBC racing games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.

It is part of the Evel Knievel series. Tarantula Studios also made Grand Theft Auto 2, Austin Powers: Oh, Behave! and Austin Powers: Welcome to My Underground Lair! for the GBC.

Evel Knievel 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 Evel Knievel 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.

Evel Knievel gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

Evel Knievel walkthroughs & guides

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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.

Evel Knievel FAQ

When did Evel Knievel come out on the GBC?

Evel Knievel was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.

Who made Evel Knievel?

It was developed by Tarantula Studios and published by Rockstar Games.

Is Evel Knievel multiplayer?

No. Evel Knievel is a single-player game.

How long does Evel Knievel take to play?

As a racing game, Evel Knievel 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 Evel Knievel 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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