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Nintendo DS · Racing
Diddy Kong Racing DS
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2007 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Diddy Kong Racing |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 8 |
Diddy Kong Racing DS is a racing game released in 2007 for the Nintendo DS.
It landed about 3 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2007 include The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass, The World Ends with You and Hotel Dusk: Room 215. Among the 59 DS racing games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
It is part of the Diddy Kong Racing series; on the DS you can also try Diddy Kong Racing.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the DS's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Diddy Kong Racing DS 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.
Diddy Kong Racing DS cheats & codes
82 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| 50 Adventure Balloons | 220D14DF
00000032 |
|---|---|
| Unlimited Speed | 2206F534
00000000 |
| You Are the Driver | 02008940
00000000 |
| Planes On All Courses | 220D0C08
00000000 |
| Auto Pilot Mode | 220D12A8
00000002 |
| Sheild/Magnet Width Size Modifier | 02032D04
00004000 |
Diddy Kong Racing DS walkthroughs & guides
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Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
Diddy Kong Racing DS FAQ
When did Diddy Kong Racing DS come out on the DS?
Diddy Kong Racing DS was released for the Nintendo DS in 2007.
How long does Diddy Kong Racing DS take to play?
As a racing game, Diddy Kong Racing DS 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 Diddy Kong Racing DS 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.