Nintendo Entertainment System · Racing
Championship Rally
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Human |
| Publisher | HAL Laboratory |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Human and published by HAL Laboratory, Championship Rally arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992 as a racing game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Exciting Rally: World Rally Championship.
It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie.
Human also made Kabuki Quantum Fighter, Michael Andretti's World GP and Dance Aerobics for the NES.
Championship Rally is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Championship Rally 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.
Championship Rally cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 00AD:00 |
|---|---|
| Start In The Last Lap | 00AA:01 |
| Infinite Time | SXUYAZVT |
| Quick Laps | AASKSLAZ |
Championship Rally walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Championship Rally FAQ
When did Championship Rally come out on the NES?
Championship Rally was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made Championship Rally?
It was developed by Human and published by HAL Laboratory.
Is Championship Rally multiplayer?
No. Championship Rally is a single-player game.
How long does Championship Rally take to play?
As a racing game, Championship Rally 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 Championship Rally 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.