Off Road Challenge N64 box art

Nintendo 64 · Racing

Off Road Challenge

Deep cut

SystemNintendo 64
Released1998
GenreRacing
DeveloperAvalanche Software
PublisherMidway
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Developed by Avalanche Software and published by Midway, Off Road Challenge arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1998 as a racing game.

It landed about 2 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1998 include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, 1080° Snowboarding and Mario Party.

Avalanche Software also made Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero, Rampage 2: Universal Tour and Rugrats in Paris: The Movie for the N64.

Off Road Challenge 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 N64 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing Off Road Challenge 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.

Off Road Challenge gameplay screenshot on N64
In-game screenshot (N64)

Off Road Challenge cheats & codes

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

Always Have Super Nitro80103BF0 00C1
Statischer Zeitmesser8009643B 0032
Activator 1 P1D0103988 0000
Activator 2 P1D0103989 0000
Dual Activator P1D1103988 0000
Infinite Turbos80103EBB 000A

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Off Road Challenge walkthroughs & guides

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Off Road Challenge FAQ

When did Off Road Challenge come out on the N64?

Off Road Challenge was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998.

Who made Off Road Challenge?

It was developed by Avalanche Software and published by Midway.

Is Off Road Challenge multiplayer?

Yes. Off Road Challenge supports up to 2 players.

How long does Off Road Challenge take to play?

As a racing game, Off Road Challenge 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 Off Road Challenge 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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