Nintendo Entertainment System · Action
Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Data East |
| Publisher | Data East |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing is an action game developed by Data East.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
Data East also made Werewolf: The Last Warrior, Cobra Command and Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja for the NES.
Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing cheats & codes
9 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Turbo | 0045:63 |
|---|---|
| Shift Modifier | 003C:00 |
| Lap Modifier | 0046:00 |
| Race Points Modifier | 6484:00 |
| Infinite Points | 00CB:63 |
| Low Timer (Seconds) | 003F:00 |
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing FAQ
When did Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing come out on the NES?
Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing?
It was developed by Data East.
Is Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing multiplayer?
No. Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing is a single-player game.
How long does Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing take to play?
As an action game, Al Unser Jr. Turbo Racing typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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