MotoRace USA NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Racing

MotoRace USA

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SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1985 (originally 1983)
GenreRacing
DeveloperIrem
PublisherIrem
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

MotoRace USA is a racing game released in 1985 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Irem. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1983.

It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1985 include Super Mario Bros., Excitebike and Ice Climber. Among the 48 NES racing games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.

Irem also made Kid Niki: Radical Ninja, 10-Yard Fight and Kickle Cubicle for the NES.

MotoRace USA 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 NES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing MotoRace USA 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.

MotoRace USA gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

MotoRace USA cheats & codes

6 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Infinite Fuel0021:1C
Lose Less Fuel after DyingZEEEGZGA
Lose Even Less Fuel after DyingPEEEGZGA
Infinite FuelSZIPNI
Infinite FuelSZSPNIVG AEEEGZGA
InvincibilityAESPOTEA AEEOOTXA

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MotoRace USA 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.

MotoRace USA FAQ

When did MotoRace USA come out on the NES?

MotoRace USA was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985; the original game dates back to 1983.

Who made MotoRace USA?

It was developed by Irem.

Is MotoRace USA multiplayer?

Yes. MotoRace USA supports up to 2 players.

How long does MotoRace USA take to play?

As a racing game, MotoRace USA 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 MotoRace USA 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.

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