Game Boy Color · Racing
Test Drive 2001
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Xantera |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Test Drive |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Test Drive 2001 is a racing game released in 2000 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Xantera and published by Infogrames.
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. Among the 73 GBC racing games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Test Drive series; on the GBC you can also try Test Drive Le Mans, Test Drive 6 and Test Drive Off-Road 3. The series also appears on other systems with Test Drive 6 (PS1) and Test Drive Le Mans (PS1). Xantera also made Looney Tunes Racing, Rocky Mountain: Trophy Hunter and Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2000 for the GBC.
Test Drive 2001 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 want to experience one of the GBC's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Test Drive 2001 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.
Test Drive 2001 cheats & codes
6 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Nitros | 016306C1 |
|---|---|
| Only Race 2 Cars | 0102EBC1 |
| Lap Modifier | 01??B3C1 |
Test Drive 2001 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.
Test Drive 2001 FAQ
When did Test Drive 2001 come out on the GBC?
Test Drive 2001 was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000.
Who made Test Drive 2001?
It was developed by Xantera and published by Infogrames.
Is Test Drive 2001 multiplayer?
No. Test Drive 2001 is a single-player game.
How long does Test Drive 2001 take to play?
As a racing game, Test Drive 2001 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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