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Speed Freaks
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Funcom |
| Publisher | Sony Computer Entertainment Europe |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1999, Speed Freaks is a racing game developed by Funcom and published by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe.
It landed about 4 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1999 include Grand Theft Auto 2, Final Fantasy VIII and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis.
Funcom also made DragonHeart: Fire & Steel for the PS1.
Speed Freaks 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Speed Freaks 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.
Speed Freaks cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| RCJC P1 | D00EDC42
???? |
|---|---|
| RCJC P2 | D00EDC64
???? |
| PAL2NTSC | 800285A6
0040 |
| Y-Fix | 8001AFC8
0000 |
| Always good grip | 80042F9E
AE80 |
| All unlocked | 800EE3BC
0C0C
800EEA1C
FFFF |
Speed Freaks walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Speed Freaks.
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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.
Speed Freaks FAQ
When did Speed Freaks come out on the PS1?
Speed Freaks was released for the PlayStation in 1999.
Who made Speed Freaks?
It was developed by Funcom and published by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe.
Is Speed Freaks multiplayer?
Yes. Speed Freaks supports up to 2 players.
How long does Speed Freaks take to play?
As a racing game, Speed Freaks 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 Speed Freaks 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.