Nintendo Entertainment System · Racing
Micro Machines
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Camerica |
| Publisher | Codemasters |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | MicroMachines |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992, Micro Machines is a racing game developed by Camerica and published by Codemasters.
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. Among the 48 NES racing games in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
It is part of the MicroMachines series. The series also appears on other systems with Micro Machines 2: Turbo Tournament (Genesis) and Micro Machines (SNES). Camerica also made Bee 52, MiG-29: Soviet Fighter and Quattro Adventure for the NES.
Micro Machines 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Micro Machines 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.
Micro Machines cheats & codes
31 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Faster Boat Acceleration | AAOEIAIA |
|---|---|
| Faster Sports Car Acceleration | AAOEGAIA |
| Faster Formula 1 Acceleration | AAOETAIA |
| Faster Turbo Wheels(tm) Acceleration | AAOEYAIA |
| Faster 4X4 Acceleration | AAXAAAIA |
| Faster Tank Acceleration | AAXAZAZA |
Micro Machines 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.
Micro Machines FAQ
When did Micro Machines come out on the NES?
Micro Machines was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made Micro Machines?
It was developed by Camerica and published by Codemasters.
Is Micro Machines multiplayer?
Yes. Micro Machines supports up to 2 players.
How long does Micro Machines take to play?
As a racing game, Micro Machines 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 Micro Machines 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.