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Nintendo Entertainment System · Racing
R.C. Pro-Am
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
R.C. Pro-Am is a racing game released in 1988 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II. Among the 48 NES racing games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
Rareware also made Battletoads, Battletoads & Double Dragon and Cobra Triangle for the NES.
R.C. Pro-Am 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 want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing R.C. Pro-Am 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.
R.C. Pro-Am cheats & codes
25 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Continues | AAEIPPPA
AASIUAPA |
|---|---|
| No Continues | AEXEPPZA
AAUAGZZA |
| 5 Continues | IEXEPPZA
IAUAGZZA |
| 8 Continues | AEXEPPZE
AAUAGZZE |
| Max Turbo On First Pick-Up | GEUGAPPA
GAOGOAPA |
| Max Tires On First Pick-Up | GEKKGPPA
GAXKSAPA |
R.C. Pro-Am 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.
R.C. Pro-Am FAQ
When did R.C. Pro-Am come out on the NES?
R.C. Pro-Am was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made R.C. Pro-Am?
It was developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo.
Is R.C. Pro-Am multiplayer?
No. R.C. Pro-Am is a single-player game.
How long does R.C. Pro-Am take to play?
As a racing game, R.C. Pro-Am 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 R.C. Pro-Am 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.