Extreme-G N64 box art

Nintendo 64 · Racing

Extreme-G

Deep cut

SystemNintendo 64
Released1997
GenreRacing
DeveloperProbe Entertainment
PublisherAcclaim
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesExtreme G Racing
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 7

Developed by Probe Entertainment and published by Acclaim, Extreme-G arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1997 as a racing game.

It came out in the N64's second year on the market. Other notable N64 releases from 1997 include GoldenEye 007, Star Fox 64 and FIFA: Road to World Cup 98. Among the 67 N64 racing games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.

It is part of the Extreme G Racing series; on the N64 you can also try Extreme-G 2. Probe Entertainment also made Bust-A-Move 2: Arcade Edition for the N64.

Extreme-G 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
  • you've played the N64 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing Extreme-G 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.

Extreme-G gameplay screenshot on N64
In-game screenshot (N64)

Extreme-G cheats & codes

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

Unendlich Schield801651F5 00C8
Roach Bike8016983F 0008
Activator 1 P1D01608CC 0000
Activator 2 P1D01608CD 0000
Dual Activator P1D11608CC 0000
Activator 1 P2D01608D4 0000

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Extreme-G walkthroughs & guides

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Extreme-G FAQ

When did Extreme-G come out on the N64?

Extreme-G was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997.

Who made Extreme-G?

It was developed by Probe Entertainment and published by Acclaim.

Is Extreme-G multiplayer?

Yes. Extreme-G supports up to 4 players.

How long does Extreme-G take to play?

As a racing game, Extreme-G 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 Extreme-G 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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