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CART World Series
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Sony |
| Publisher | Sony |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
CART World Series is a racing game released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by Sony.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.
Sony also made Ape Escape, The Legend of Dragoon and 2Xtreme for the PS1.
CART World Series 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 PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing CART World Series 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.
CART World Series cheats & codes
3 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Maximum Speed | 800BB094
03E0 |
|---|---|
| Always No 1 | 800BB134
0001 |
| Always Start On Lap 4 | 800B5F42
0003 |
CART World Series walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
CART World Series FAQ
When did CART World Series come out on the PS1?
CART World Series was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made CART World Series?
It was developed by Sony.
Is CART World Series multiplayer?
Yes. CART World Series supports up to 2 players.
How long does CART World Series take to play?
As a racing game, CART World Series 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 CART World Series 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.