Need for Speed II Classic
PlayStation · Racing
V-Rally
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Infogrames |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Need for Speed |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 19 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1997, V-Rally is a racing game developed by Infogrames and published by Electronic Arts.
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. Among the 160 PS1 racing games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
It is part of the Need for Speed series; on the PS1 you can also try Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed, Need for Speed II and Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit. The series also appears on other systems with The Need for Speed (3DO) and Need for Speed: Nitro (DS). Infogrames also made Hogs of War, Alone in the Dark and Asterix: Mega Madness for the PS1.
V-Rally 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 want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing V-Rally 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.
V-Rally walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for V-Rally.
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V-Rally 2 Classic
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.
V-Rally FAQ
When did V-Rally come out on the PS1?
V-Rally was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made V-Rally?
It was developed by Infogrames and published by Electronic Arts.
Is V-Rally multiplayer?
Yes. V-Rally supports up to 2 players.
How long does V-Rally take to play?
As a racing game, V-Rally 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 V-Rally 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.