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Nintendo 64 · Racing
Top Gear Overdrive
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| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Snowblind Studios |
| Publisher | Kemco |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Top Gear |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Top Gear Overdrive is a racing game released in 1998 for the Nintendo 64, developed by Snowblind Studios and published by Kemco.
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.
It is part of the Top Gear series; on the N64 you can also try Top Gear Rally 2, Top Gear Hyper Bike and Top Gear Rally. The series also appears on other systems with Top Gear (SNES) and Top Gear 2 (SNES).
Top Gear Overdrive 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 Top Gear Overdrive 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.
Top Gear Overdrive cheats & codes
24 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Unendlich Nitro | 800F590F 000F |
|---|---|
| Extra Autos | 80102A71 000E |
| Extra Runden | 80102A68 0005 |
| Activator 1 P1 | D0077058 0000 |
| Activator 2 P1 | D0077059 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D1077058 0000 |
Top Gear Overdrive walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Top Gear Overdrive FAQ
When did Top Gear Overdrive come out on the N64?
Top Gear Overdrive was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998.
Who made Top Gear Overdrive?
It was developed by Snowblind Studios and published by Kemco.
Is Top Gear Overdrive multiplayer?
Yes. Top Gear Overdrive supports up to 4 players.
How long does Top Gear Overdrive take to play?
As a racing game, Top Gear Overdrive 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 Top Gear Overdrive 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.