Polaris SnoCross PS1 box art

PlayStation · Racing

Polaris SnoCross

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SystemPlayStation
Released2000
GenreRacing
DeveloperVicarious Visions
PublisherVatical Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the PlayStation in 2000, Polaris SnoCross is a racing game developed by Vicarious Visions and published by Vatical Entertainment.

It landed about 5 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2000 include Final Fantasy IX, Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Spyro: Year of the Dragon.

Vicarious Visions also made Spider-Man 2: Enter: Electro and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 for the PS1.

Polaris SnoCross 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 Polaris SnoCross 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.

Polaris SnoCross gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Polaris SnoCross cheats & codes

26 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Stop TimerD0038A74 0001 800AB5E4 0000
Max Tournament PointsD0038A74 0001 80061958 0FFF
Unlock All ClassesD0038A74 0001 800619D8 0004
Unlock All TracksD0038A74 0001 800619E4 03FF
Unlock All SledsD0038A74 0001 800619E0 01FF
Infinite Wrenches 440XCR 99D0038A74 0001 300618A4 00FF

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Polaris SnoCross walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Polaris SnoCross FAQ

When did Polaris SnoCross come out on the PS1?

Polaris SnoCross was released for the PlayStation in 2000.

Who made Polaris SnoCross?

It was developed by Vicarious Visions and published by Vatical Entertainment.

Is Polaris SnoCross multiplayer?

Yes. Polaris SnoCross supports up to 2 players.

How long does Polaris SnoCross take to play?

As a racing game, Polaris SnoCross 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 Polaris SnoCross 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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