S.C.A.R.S. PS1 box art

PlayStation · Racing

S.C.A.R.S.

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreRacing
DeveloperVivid Image
PublisherUbisoft Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Released for the PlayStation in 1998, S.C.A.R.S. is a racing game developed by Vivid Image and published by Ubisoft Entertainment.

It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II.

Vivid Image also made Street Racer for the PS1.

S.C.A.R.S. 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 S.C.A.R.S. 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.

S.C.A.R.S. gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

S.C.A.R.S. cheats & codes

22 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite weapons of your choice801D9616 0104
Infinite Credits80122F84 0003
Racing Points = 100801B0400 0064
Enable Crystal Cup & Ski, Rally + Canyon Tracks80129428 0001
Enable Diamond Cup & Mountain, Water + Blade Tracks8012942C 0001
Enable Zenith Cup & Mirror Mode & Pipe Track (In Time & Special Modes)801F57A6 0001

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S.C.A.R.S. 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.

S.C.A.R.S. FAQ

When did S.C.A.R.S. come out on the PS1?

S.C.A.R.S. was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made S.C.A.R.S.?

It was developed by Vivid Image and published by Ubisoft Entertainment.

Is S.C.A.R.S. multiplayer?

Yes. S.C.A.R.S. supports up to 2 players.

How long does S.C.A.R.S. take to play?

As a racing game, S.C.A.R.S. 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 S.C.A.R.S. 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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