Nintendo 64 · Racing
Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Luxoflux |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Interstate '76 / Vigilante 8 |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 11 |
Developed by Luxoflux and published by Activision, Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 2000 as a racing game.
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 #13 by legacy score.
It is part of the Interstate '76 / Vigilante 8 series; on the N64 you can also try Vigilante 8.
Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense 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 Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense 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.
Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense cheats & codes
393 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 P1 | D0209A14 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 2 P1 | D0209A15 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D1209A14 0000 |
| Infnite Ammo (Everything) | 8114F38C A6E6 |
| Infinite Interceptor Missiles (Normal Shot) | 8115A484 2400 |
| Infinite Interceptor Missiles (Halo Decoy) | 8115A648 2400 |
Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense walkthroughs & guides
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Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense FAQ
When did Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense come out on the N64?
Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense was released for the Nintendo 64 in 2000.
Who made Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense?
It was developed by Luxoflux and published by Activision.
Is Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense multiplayer?
Yes. Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense supports up to 4 players.
How long does Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense take to play?
As a racing game, Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense 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 Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense 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.