Mario Kart DS Classic
Nintendo DS · Racing
Race Driver: Grid
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2008 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Firebrand Games |
| Publisher | Codemasters |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Nintendo DS in 2008, Race Driver: Grid is a racing game developed by Firebrand Games and published by Codemasters.
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.
Firebrand Games also made Need for Speed: Nitro, Race Driver: Create & Race and Hot Wheels Track Attack for the DS.
Race Driver: Grid 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 Race Driver: Grid 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.
Race Driver: Grid cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Have 100,000,000 Rep (World Champion Ranking) | 0220464F
05F5E100 |
|---|---|
| All Cheats Unlocked | 22208DE4
000000FF |
| Cheats do not Disable Save | 12066BB6
00002000 |
| No Damage | 5214CEA8
AA00001D
0214CEAC
E3A0E000
D2000000
00000000 |
Race Driver: Grid 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.
Race Driver: Grid FAQ
When did Race Driver: Grid come out on the DS?
Race Driver: Grid was released for the Nintendo DS in 2008.
Who made Race Driver: Grid?
It was developed by Firebrand Games and published by Codemasters.
Is Race Driver: Grid multiplayer?
Yes. Race Driver: Grid supports up to 2 players.
How long does Race Driver: Grid take to play?
As a racing game, Race Driver: Grid 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 Race Driver: Grid 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.