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Intellivision · Sports
Horse Racing
Deep cut
| System | Intellivision |
|---|---|
| Released | 1980 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | APh Technological Consulting |
| Publisher | Mattel Electronics |
| Players | 1–6 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Intellivision in 1980, Horse Racing is a sports game developed by APh Technological Consulting and published by Mattel Electronics.
It came out in the Intellivision's second year on the market. Other notable Intellivision releases from 1980 include Basketball, Auto Racing and PGA Golf. Among the 25 Intellivision sports games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
APh Technological Consulting also made Basketball, Advanced Dungeons & Dragons: Treasure of Tarmin and NASL Soccer for the Intellivision.
Horse Racing supports up to 6 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 Intellivision hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Horse Racing is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Horse Racing walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Horse Racing.
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Playing Intellivision games today
Intellivision games reward patience: many are slower, more strategic designs than their Atari rivals. Official compilations have kept a large part of the library available on modern platforms.
Horse Racing FAQ
When did Horse Racing come out on the Intellivision?
Horse Racing was released for the Intellivision in 1980.
Who made Horse Racing?
It was developed by APh Technological Consulting and published by Mattel Electronics.
Is Horse Racing multiplayer?
Yes. Horse Racing supports up to 6 players.
How long does Horse Racing take to play?
As a sports game, Horse Racing 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 Horse Racing 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.