NASCAR Heat GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Racing

NASCAR Heat

SystemGame Boy Color
Released2000
GenreRacing
DeveloperGame Titan
PublisherMajesco
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesNASCAR Heat
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Game Titan and published by Majesco, NASCAR Heat arrived on the Game Boy Color in 2000 as a racing game.

It landed about 2 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2000 include Wario Land 3, Super Mario Bros. Deluxe and Grand Theft Auto 2.

It is part of the NASCAR Heat series. The series also appears on other systems with NASCAR Heat 2002 (GBA). Game Titan also made Frogger 2 for the GBC.

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

What playing NASCAR Heat 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.

NASCAR Heat gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

NASCAR Heat cheats & codes

4 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Stop Timer91003AC6
Always First Place910036C6

See all NASCAR Heat cheats

NASCAR Heat 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.

NASCAR Heat FAQ

When did NASCAR Heat come out on the GBC?

NASCAR Heat was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000.

Who made NASCAR Heat?

It was developed by Game Titan and published by Majesco.

How long does NASCAR Heat take to play?

As a racing game, NASCAR Heat 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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