Game Boy Color · Racing
Test Drive Off-Road 3
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Infogrames |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Test Drive |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Infogrames, Test Drive Off-Road 3 arrived on the Game Boy Color in 1999 as a racing game.
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.
It is part of the Test Drive series; on the GBC you can also try Test Drive 2001, Test Drive Le Mans and Test Drive 6. The series also appears on other systems with Test Drive 6 (PS1) and Test Drive Le Mans (PS1). Infogrames also made Looney Tunes Collector: Alert!, Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch and Worms Armageddon for the GBC.
Test Drive Off-Road 3 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- 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 Test Drive Off-Road 3 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 Off-Road 3 cheats & codes
8 codes on file (Xploder). Here are a few Xploder codes to start with:
| Unendlich PowerUps | $0D2B5C81 |
|---|---|
| Max Beschleunigung | $0D295881 |
| Max Traktion | $0D291C81 |
| Max Hoechstgeschwindigkeit | $0D290281 |
| Max Getriebe | $0D296781 |
| GPS Stufe 2 | $0D29FD81 |
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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 Off-Road 3 FAQ
When did Test Drive Off-Road 3 come out on the GBC?
Test Drive Off-Road 3 was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.
Who made Test Drive Off-Road 3?
It was developed by Infogrames.
Is Test Drive Off-Road 3 multiplayer?
Yes. Test Drive Off-Road 3 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Test Drive Off-Road 3 take to play?
As a racing game, Test Drive Off-Road 3 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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