Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now N64 box art

Nintendo 64 · Racing

Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now

SystemNintendo 64
Released1999
GenreRacing
DeveloperSoftware Creations
PublisherSCi Games
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesCarmageddon
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 12

Developed by Software Creations and published by SCi Games, Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1999 as a racing game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Carmageddon 64.

It landed about 3 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1999 include Resident Evil 2, Super Smash Bros. and Donkey Kong 64. Among the 67 N64 racing games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.

It is part of the Carmageddon series. The series also appears on other systems with Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now (PS1) and Carmageddon: Carpocalypse Now (GBC). Software Creations also made Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 for the N64.

Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now 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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now 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.

Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now gameplay screenshot on N64
In-game screenshot (N64)

Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now cheats & codes

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

Infinite Credits801BE29A 00FF
All Zombies Destroyed80094BEE 0064
Activator 1 P1D00A38A0 0000
Activator 2 P1D00A38A1 0000
Dual Activator P1D10A38A0 0000
Activator 1 P2D00A38A6 0000

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Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now walkthroughs & guides

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Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now FAQ

When did Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now come out on the N64?

Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999.

Who made Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now?

It was developed by Software Creations and published by SCi Games.

Is Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now multiplayer?

Yes. Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now supports up to 2 players.

How long does Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now take to play?

As a racing game, Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now 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 Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now 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.

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