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Rapid Racer
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | SCE Studio Soho |
| Publisher | Sony Computer Entertainment |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Rapid Racer is a racing game released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by SCE Studio Soho and published by Sony Computer Entertainment.
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.
SCE Studio Soho also made Porsche Challenge and Spice World for the PS1.
Rapid Racer 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 Rapid 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.
Rapid Racer cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Action Replay). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D00E9040
???? |
|---|---|
| No Damage P1 | 800F64E4
0000 |
| No Damage P2 | 800F6E34
0000 |
| Frenzy | 800F5C7C
14F9 |
| Play On Secret Track | 800E05D8
0400 |
| Unlimited Turbos P1 | 800F64F8
0003
800F64EE
0005 |
Rapid 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.
Rapid Racer FAQ
When did Rapid Racer come out on the PS1?
Rapid Racer was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Rapid Racer?
It was developed by SCE Studio Soho and published by Sony Computer Entertainment.
Is Rapid Racer multiplayer?
Yes. Rapid Racer supports up to 2 players.
How long does Rapid Racer take to play?
As a racing game, Rapid 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.
Read more about Rapid Racer 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.