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Street Racer
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 (originally 1994) |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Vivid Image |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1996, Street Racer is a racing game developed by Vivid Image and published by Ubisoft. This Game Boy release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1994.
It landed about 7 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1996 include Donkey Kong Land 2, Mole Mania and Bomberman GB 3. Among the 29 Game Boy racing games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
Street Racer 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 Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Street Racer 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.
Street Racer cheats & codes
4 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Win Instantly | 010502C4 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Turbos | 010977C4 |
Street Racer walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Street Racer.
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Street Racer FAQ
When did Street Racer come out on the Game Boy?
Street Racer was released for the Game Boy in 1996; the original game dates back to 1994.
Who made Street Racer?
It was developed by Vivid Image and published by Ubisoft.
Is Street Racer multiplayer?
Yes. Street Racer supports up to 2 players.
How long does Street Racer take to play?
As a racing game, Street Racer 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 Street Racer 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.