R4: Ridge Racer Type 4 Classic
PlayStation · Racing
Rage Racer
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Ridge Racer |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Namco, Rage Racer arrived on the PlayStation in 1996 as a racing game.
It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot. Among the 160 PS1 racing games in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.
It is part of the Ridge Racer series; on the PS1 you can also try R4: Ridge Racer Type 4, Ridge Racer Revolution and Ridge Racer. The series also appears on other systems with RR64: Ridge Racer 64 (N64). Namco also made Tekken 2, Ace Combat 3 and Air Combat for the PS1.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 PS1'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 Rage Racer 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.
Rage Racer cheats & codes
16 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D007C138
???? |
|---|---|
| Always First | 8009E834
0001 |
| Infinite chances | 801E42F2
0005 |
| Infinite timelimit | 8009AF9C
3AAA |
| All Cars Have AT | 8009E804
0000 |
| Unlock Extra Grand Prix | 8019CAC0
0001 |
Rage Racer 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.
Rage Racer FAQ
When did Rage Racer come out on the PS1?
Rage Racer was released for the PlayStation in 1996.
Who made Rage Racer?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Rage Racer multiplayer?
No. Rage Racer is a single-player game.
How long does Rage Racer take to play?
As a racing game, Rage Racer 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.
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