Nintendo 64 · Racing
Top Gear Rally 2
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Saffire |
| Publisher | Kemco |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Top Gear |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999, Top Gear Rally 2 is a racing game developed by Saffire and published by Kemco.
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.
It is part of the Top Gear series; on the N64 you can also try Top Gear Hyper Bike, Top Gear Rally and Top Gear Overdrive. The series also appears on other systems with Top Gear (SNES) and Top Gear 2 (SNES). Saffire also made Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six, Xena: Warrior Princess: The Talisman of Fate and Bio F.R.E.A.K.S. for the N64.
Top Gear Rally 2 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 Rally 2 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 Rally 2 cheats & codes
16 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 P1 | D003CB24 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 2 P1 | D003CB25 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D103CB24 0000 |
| Infinite Time & Always Place 1st (Championship Mode) | 810318EE 0001 |
| Max Cones Modifier | 81031CEE 0000 |
| No Cones Hit | 81031CEA 0000 |
Top Gear Rally 2 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 Rally 2 FAQ
When did Top Gear Rally 2 come out on the N64?
Top Gear Rally 2 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999.
Who made Top Gear Rally 2?
It was developed by Saffire and published by Kemco.
Is Top Gear Rally 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Top Gear Rally 2 supports up to 4 players.
How long does Top Gear Rally 2 take to play?
As a racing game, Top Gear Rally 2 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 Rally 2 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.