Nintendo 64 · Racing
Cruis'n Exotica
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Gratuitous Games |
| Publisher | Midway |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Cruis'n |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Cruis'n Exotica is a racing game released in 2000 for the Nintendo 64, developed by Gratuitous Games and published by Midway.
It landed about 4 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 2000 include The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask, Paper Mario and Mario Party 3. Among the 67 N64 racing games in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.
It is part of the Cruis'n series; on the N64 you can also try Cruis'n USA and Cruis'n World. The series also appears on other systems with Cruis'n Velocity (GBA) and Cruis'n Exotica (GBC). Gratuitous Games also made Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko for the N64.
Cruis'n Exotica supports up to 4 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 Cruis'n Exotica 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.
Cruis'n Exotica cheats & codes
112 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 P1 | D0067474 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 2 P1 | D0067475 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D1067474 0000 |
| Activator 1 P2 | D006747C 0000 |
| Activator 2 P2 | D006747D 0000 |
| Dual Activator P2 | D106747C 0000 |
Cruis'n Exotica walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Cruis'n Exotica.
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Playing N64 games today
The N64 is at its best with friends on the couch: its library is packed with four-player party, racing and shooter games. Selected titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
Cruis'n Exotica FAQ
When did Cruis'n Exotica come out on the N64?
Cruis'n Exotica was released for the Nintendo 64 in 2000.
Who made Cruis'n Exotica?
It was developed by Gratuitous Games and published by Midway.
Is Cruis'n Exotica multiplayer?
Yes. Cruis'n Exotica supports up to 4 players.
How long does Cruis'n Exotica take to play?
As a racing game, Cruis'n Exotica 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 Cruis'n Exotica 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.