Jambo! Safari DS box art

Nintendo DS · Racing

Jambo! Safari

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SystemNintendo DS
GenreRacing
DeveloperSega AM2
PublisherSega
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Jambo! Safari is a racing game released for the Nintendo DS, developed by Sega AM2 and published by Sega.

Jambo! Safari 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 DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing Jambo! Safari 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.

Jambo! Safari gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

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Jambo! Safari FAQ

Who made Jambo! Safari?

It was developed by Sega AM2 and published by Sega.

Is Jambo! Safari multiplayer?

Yes. Jambo! Safari supports up to 2 players.

How long does Jambo! Safari take to play?

As a racing game, Jambo! Safari 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 Jambo! Safari 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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