Mario Kart DS Classic
Nintendo DS · Racing
Pokémon Dash
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Ambrella |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Pokemon |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Pokémon Dash is a racing game released in 2005 for the Nintendo DS, developed by Ambrella and published by Nintendo.
It came out in the DS's second year on the market. Other notable DS releases from 2005 include Mario Kart DS, Nintendogs and Super Mario 64 DS. Among the 59 DS racing games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
It is part of the Pokemon series. The series also appears on other systems with Pokémon Snap (N64) and Pokémon Stadium (N64).
Pokémon Dash 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 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 Pokémon Dash 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.
Pokémon Dash cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Max Series Points (Never Lose Cup) | 2218C9D4
00000063 |
|---|---|
| Unlock Time Attack | 220D5C0C
00000032 |
| Unlock All GPs | 220D54F8
000000FF |
| Unlock All Cups | 220D5C0D
000000FF |
Pokémon Dash 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.
Pokémon Dash FAQ
When did Pokémon Dash come out on the DS?
Pokémon Dash was released for the Nintendo DS in 2005.
Who made Pokémon Dash?
It was developed by Ambrella and published by Nintendo.
Is Pokémon Dash multiplayer?
Yes. Pokémon Dash supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pokémon Dash take to play?
As a racing game, Pokémon Dash 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 Pokémon Dash 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.