F1 Circus '91 Deep cut
Nintendo Entertainment System · Racing
F1 Circus
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1990) |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Nichibutsu |
| Publisher | Nichibutsu |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | F1 Circus |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992, F1 Circus is a racing game developed by Nichibutsu. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990.
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.
It is part of the F1 Circus series. The series also appears on other systems with F1 Circus (TurboGrafx-16) and F1 Circus '91 (Genesis). Nichibutsu also made Crazy Climber, Terra Cresta and Booby Kids for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 F1 Circus 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.
F1 Circus cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| 1st Place In Season | 65E4:99 |
|---|---|
| Always Qualify First | 00CA:00
00CB:00 |
F1 Circus 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.
F1 Circus FAQ
When did F1 Circus come out on the NES?
F1 Circus was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992; the original game dates back to 1990.
Who made F1 Circus?
It was developed by Nichibutsu.
Is F1 Circus multiplayer?
No. F1 Circus is a single-player game.
How long does F1 Circus take to play?
As a racing game, F1 Circus 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 F1 Circus 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.