Moto Racer DS DS box art

Nintendo DS · Racing

Moto Racer DS

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SystemNintendo DS
Released2008
GenreRacing
PublisherSouthPeak Games
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesMoto Racer
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Moto Racer DS is a racing game released in 2008 for the Nintendo DS, published by SouthPeak Games.

It landed about 4 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2008 include Pokémon Platinum, Professor Layton and the Curious Village and Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood.

It is part of the Moto Racer series. The series also appears on other systems with Moto Racer (PS1) and Moto Racer Advance (GBA).

Moto Racer DS 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 Moto Racer 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.

Moto Racer DS gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Moto Racer DS walkthroughs & guides

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Moto Racer DS FAQ

When did Moto Racer DS come out on the DS?

Moto Racer DS was released for the Nintendo DS in 2008.

Who made Moto Racer DS?

published by SouthPeak Games.

Is Moto Racer DS multiplayer?

Yes. Moto Racer DS supports up to 2 players.

How long does Moto Racer DS take to play?

As a racing game, Moto Racer 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 Moto Racer 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.

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